Space may seem distant, but is an integral part of our daily life. It drives our modern communication and connects even the remotest family to the ordinary. India's space programme is a perfect example of our vision of Scale, Speed and Skill.

People say I am lucky. I am lucky indeed because what can be better luck than to have the blessings of 125 crore Indians.

I have come with one medicinal herb that I am offering as a remedy to India's problems. And that medicinal herb is 'development'.

I recently assured Public Sector Banks they will have total autonomy in taking business decisions.

By getting an opportunity to serve society, we get a chance to repay our debt.

Development must be such that it positively transforms the lives of the common people.

I don't look at sports as something which merely tones up the body. I look at it as a tool of education that stimulates the mind and brings in a culture of discipline.