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“Ranbir is like this complete mirror image of me. The sheer amount of energy and vitality that he brings to the sets is infectious. The reason why we hit it off so well on screen is because we are just the same off screen. Full of life would be the best way to describe Ranbir and me too.” Katrina Kaif in city for the promotion of her film- Ajab Prem ki Gajab Kahani.

“Leaders of Congress and NCP are criticising that we divide people on the basis of caste and religion. Yes,we accept that we are ‘ Hindutvawadi.”Shiv Sena executive president Uddhav Thackeray during the election rally

“The government has been focusing on improving the infrastructure in Pune,it has allotted about Rs 2,500 crore by way of JNNURM funds. The Congress government will definitely strive to take the Pune growth story forward.”Rahul Gandhi in his five minute speech after people waited for over six hours for him in Pune.

“Home minister P Chidambaram and former President A P J Abdul Kalam only speak in English and no one questions their national integrity. But,when I insist that you speak in Marathi,everyone seems have a problem.”MNS chief Raj Thackeray during pre-election rally

“I am unpredictable and could also end up doing horror movies or anything out-of-the-box for that matter.”Neil Nitin Mukesh during his visit to the city for the promotion of Jail

“This is history being handed over to me. I plan an annual scholarship for one student at the FTII Pune. It was my long-time wish to sponsor a ‘technically talented student’ from the institute. I believe it is my way to give back to the institute that made me what I am today.”Resul Pookutty at his Alma mater the FTII with the golden lady in his hand

“I decided to fly in the Sukhoi in order to boost the morale of the IAF. Previously there were no women in any of the three bodies of the armed forces. Gradually,they entered the army and the navy and are now pilots in the IAF of transport aircraft and helicopters.” Pratibha Patil when she what made a historic flight in the Sukhoi in Pune

“20-20 for 2020 is what I feel. The shorter version of the game is a perfect fit for the Olympics. With this game in the Olympics,more of the Asian Countries will get a chance to win a medal. It is very difficult to attract more people to the sport through the medium of Test cricket,but T20,on the other hand,is the perfect tool to do so.”Adam Gilchrist during his visit to Pune

“If someone has to compile a list of world-class actors,Nilu Phule’s name will definitely feature in it. He had firm opinions about politics too,which was rare to see in an actor.”Dr Shriram Lagoo paying a tribute to veteran actor Nilu Phule on his demise.