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Narendra Modi wears red bandhej safa for 80th Independence Day
Prime Minister Narendra Modi marked India’s 80th Independence Day with a vibrant red Bandhej safa, showcasing Rajasthani craftsmanship and his signature traditional style.
Narendra Modi speaks at Red Fort as 'Vande Mataram' debuts
Prime Minister Narendra Modi, during his 80th Independence Day speech, paid tribute to freedom fighters and assured support for families affected by recent floods.
At Red Fort Narendra Modi urges youth for Viksit Bharat@2047
India marks its 80th Independence Day with unique highlights, including a live 'Vande Mataram' performance and AI-powered speech translations in 22 Indian languages.
Narendra Modi delivers 13th Red Fort address on Independence Day
Prime Minister Narendra Modi addressed the nation from Red Fort on the 80th Independence Day, paying tribute to freedom fighters and celebrating India's unity under the Tricolour.
Narendra Modi marks India's 80th Independence Day in red turban
Prime Minister Narendra Modi celebrated India's 80th Independence Day wearing a striking red tie-and-dye turban, marking his 13th consecutive address from the iconic Red Fort.
President Droupadi Murmu approves 78 gallantry awards before Independence Day
President Droupadi Murmu approved 78 gallantry awards, including nine Kirti Chakras and 13 posthumous medals, on the eve of India’s 80th Independence Day.
PM Modi pays tribute at Rajghat on 79th Independence Day (August 15, 2026)
Prime Minister Narendra Modi paid floral tributes to Mahatma Gandhi at Rajghat, New Delhi, as India celebrated its 80th Independence Day on Saturday.
On 79th Independence Day (Aug 15, 2026) PM Modi urges Viksit Bharat 2047
Prime Minister Narendra Modi, in his Independence Day message, highlighted India's progress driven by 140 crore citizens and urged unity to achieve a developed nation.
Narendra Modi leads Red Fort, urges 'Viksit Bharat' by 2047
Prime Minister Narendra Modi marked India's 80th Independence Day by honoring freedom fighters and emphasizing the nation's collective journey towards a Viksit Bharat by 2047.
Government awards 301 gallantry medals on Independence Day, honors 1,057
The Centre awarded 301 Gallantry Medals to Police and Fire Service personnel, with 197 recipients from Left Wing Extremism regions, marking the 80th Independence Day celebrations.
Banks across India closed today for Independence Day holiday
Banks across India will remain closed on Saturday, August 15, 2026, for Independence Day. Customers are advised to check state-specific holiday schedules for additional closures.
Modi leads 80th I-Day at Red Fort, 'Vande Mataram' debuts
Prime Minister Narendra Modi will lead India’s 80th Independence Day celebrations at the Red Fort, marking 150 years of Vande Mataram with its debut in the official ceremony.
Har Ghar Tiranga Yatra draws thousands in Bihar and Jharkhand
Thousands, including leaders and citizens, joined the Tiranga Yatra across Bihar and Jharkhand, celebrating national pride and unity under the ‘Har Ghar Tiranga’ campaign-2026.
At least 10 wild boars mysteriously found dead in Vorkady
The discovery of over 10 wild boar carcasses in Vorkady panchayat, Kasaragod, has alarmed locals and prompted inspections by health and forest officials to determine the cause.
IndiGo Hyderabad flight aborts Chennai landing after suspected bird strike
An IndiGo flight from Hyderabad to Chennai executed a precautionary go-around after a suspected bird strike on a preceding flight prompted runway inspection.
India's defense production rose to 1.78L cr says Rajnath Singh
India's domestic defence production surged from ₹46,000 crore in 2014 to ₹1.78 lakh crore in 2025-26, driven by Aatmanirbhar Bharat and Make in India initiatives.
India's Catholic bishops urge dropping Foreign Contribution Amendment Bill 2026
The Catholic Bishops' Conference of India has called for the repeal of the proposed FCRA Amendment Bill, citing concerns over its impact on humanitarian institutions.
Ranchi recruitment protester Vishwajeet Kumar arrested for threatening Hemant Soren
A man from Bokaro was arrested for allegedly threatening Jharkhand Chief Minister Hemant Soren during protests over recruitment exam irregularities in Ranchi, police said.
Chennai student Dhanush dies after alleged attack by 11 students
An 18-year-old Class 12 student, Dhanush, was fatally assaulted by a group of 11 students near Tiruvottiyur bus terminus in Chennai on Friday evening.
Government revamps Prime Minister's internship scheme to close skills gap
The PM Internship Scheme addresses the mismatch between industry needs and job seekers' skills, offering enhanced stipends and opportunities for final-year undergraduates.
THDC under-construction tunnel floods in Uttarakhand, 7 dead, 19 rescued
Uttarakhand CM Pushkar Singh Dhami visited the THDC tunnel accident site in Mayapur, reviewing rescue efforts and directing officials to prioritize evacuations and relief measures.
Warraich urges Kashmir settlement in New Delhi citing U.N. resolutions
At Pakistan's 80th Independence Day event in New Delhi, envoy Saas Ahmad Warraich emphasized resolving the Kashmir dispute per UN resolutions for lasting peace in South Asia.
PM's I-Day speech to be broadcast live: How to watch
Prime Minister Narendra Modi will address the nation on India's 80th Independence Day from the Red Fort in Delhi.
Video: Flight canceled, woman damages ₹49,000 equipment at Bhubaneswar airport
A woman passenger allegedly went on a rampage at the Biju Patnaik International Airport in Bhubaneswar on Thursday after her IndiGo flight to Kolkata was canceled due to a technical snag.
Dressed as astronauts, Jaipur residents protest against potholes
Over 100 residents of Gokulpura in Jaipur's Jhotwara assembly area staged a unique protest against the poor condition of roads and drainage.
Iranian president to attend BRICS summit in India: Report
Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian will attend the upcoming BRICS Summit in New Delhi, ANI reported, citing sources.
Taliban to host 1st public reception in India next week
The Taliban is set to host its first public reception in New Delhi, India, next week. The event will mark the anniversary of the group's "Victory Day."
Delhi HC, IGI Airport receive bomb threat ahead of I-Day
The Delhi High Court and several other prominent locations in the national capital received a bomb threat on Friday.
Census 2027: First phase completed in 31 states, UTs
The first phase of Census 2027 has been completed in 31 states and union territories (UTs), Minister of State in the Ministry of Home Affairs Nityanand Rai said.
MHA notifies 40 questions to be asked during Census 2027
The Ministry of Home Affairs (MHA) has released a list of 40 questions that will be asked by officials during the Census of India 2027.
PAN card blunders that can cost you dearly
The Permanent Account Number (PAN) card is an important financial document in India. It serves as a unique identifier for individuals and entities in the tax system.
SC clears jobs for Karur stampede victims by Vijay government
The Supreme Court has stayed the Madras High Court's order quashing the Tamil Nadu government's decision to provide compassionate appointments to families of those killed in the 2025 Karur stampede.
IMD predicts rain during India's 80th Independence Day celebrations
The India Meteorological Department (IMD) has predicted generally cloudy skies with light rainfall in Delhi during the Independence Day celebrations on August 15.
CJI Kant questions BCI, says students have right to protest
Chief Justice of India (CJI) Surya Kant has disapproved of the Bar Council of India's (BCI) decision to stop enrollment for students from the National Academy of Legal Studies and Research (NALSAR), Hyderabad.
What's CJI invite row involving Bar Council, NALSAR university students
The Bar Council of India (BCI) on Thursday ordered that no student graduating from the National Academy of Legal Studies and Research (NALSAR), Hyderabad, in 2026 can be enrolled as an advocate by any State Bar Council.
'New milestone': Shah on return of drug kingpin from UAE
Fugitive drug kingpin Virender Singh Basoya was brought back to India from the United Arab Emirates (UAE) by the Narcotics Control Bureau (NCB).
Air India flight incident: Airbus reveals aircraft lost hydraulic pressure
An Air India flight from Phuket to Delhi experienced a major technical glitch on August 4, leading to a sudden drop of 300 feet in altitude.
BCI allows NALSAR 2026 students' enrollment, withdraws earlier order
The Bar Council of India (BCI) has withdrawn its earlier order barring the enrollment of 2026 graduating students from NALSAR University of Law, Hyderabad.
Uttarakhand: Landslide in tunnel at THDC site; 7 dead
A tragic incident occurred at an under-construction tunnel of Tehri Hydro Development Corporation Limited (THDC) in Pipalkoti, Chamoli district, Uttarakhand.
Kolkata nurse found dead in hospital toilet
The body of a 30-year-old nurse, Rupali Burman, was discovered in the toilet of Nilratan Sircar Medical College and Hospital (NRS) in Kolkata on Wednesday night.
Who's Jaspal Singh, Pune lawyer arrested for attacking Sukhbir Badal
Shiromani Akali Dal (SAD) chief and former Punjab Deputy Chief Minister Sukhbir Singh Badal was attacked with a kirpan at a gurdwara in Nanded, Maharashtra, on Thursday.
SC slams FSSAI's reluctance to label unhealthy food
The Supreme Court has questioned the Food Safety and Standards Authority of India (FSSAI) over its hesitation to introduce front-of-pack warning labels on packaged foods high in sugar, salt, and saturated fat.
Air India mandates dope tests for pilots after Phuket incident
Air India has mandated drug testing for all group pilots for any substances or medications that are not permitted under prevailing regulations from Thursday.
Jharkhand police file FIR against 600 protesters
The police in Ranchi, Jharkhand, have lodged a case against 600 protesters who marched toward the state Assembly.
Air India Phuket-Delhi flight logged 11 warning signals in 2mins
An Air India flight from Phuket to Delhi experienced a sudden drop of around 300 feet during its cruise on August 4.
Pitbull attacks couple at rental property; CCTV captures horrifying scene
A couple was brutally attacked by a pet pitbull in Patiala, Punjab, on Tuesday evening.
Season 2 of 'Jantar-Mantar' starting very soon: Abhijeet Dipke
The Cockroach Janata Party (CJP) is planning to launch a fresh protest, which founder Abhijeet Dipke has dubbed "Season 2 of 'Jantar-Mantar.'"
Al-Qaeda offshoot behind Red Fort blast that killed 15: UNSC
A new report from a UN Security Council body monitoring counter-terrorism sanctions officially attributed the November 2025 Red Fort attack in New Delhi to Al-Qaeda in the Indian Subcontinent (AQIS).
Haridwar left to deal with 63,50,293kg trash after Kanwar Yatra
The holy city of Haridwar is grappling with the aftermath of the two-week-long "Kanwar Yatra," which saw a record 48 million pilgrims.
Karnataka bandh today over Cauvery dispute: What's open, what's closed
Karnataka is observing a statewide bandh on Thursday from 6:00am to 6:00pm in protest against the Cauvery water dispute.
How to make your Indian passport renewal easier
Renewing an Indian passport can be a daunting task, but knowing the right steps can make the process a lot quicker and hassle-free.
Karnataka issues 12-point advisory for hotels, restaurants amid crackdown
The Karnataka Food Safety and Drug Administration Department has issued a 12-point advisory for hotels, restaurants, catering services, and other food business operators.
All 3 charges against Justice Yashwant Varma proven: Parliament panel
A three-member judges' inquiry committee has found all allegations against Allahabad High Court Justice Yashwant Varma to be true.
Dashcam captures fatal crash of Atiq Ahmed's youngest son
A 30-second dashcam video has emerged, purportedly showing the horrific road accident that killed Abaan Ahmed (21), son of slain gangster-turned-politician Atiq Ahmed.
One-year ban on gutkha, pan masala containing tobacco in Karnataka
Karnataka has imposed a one-year ban on the manufacture, storage, distribution, transportation and sale of gutkha and pan masala containing tobacco or nicotine.
'Couldn't breathe': SpiceJet flight canceled after protests over faulty AC
A SpiceJet flight from Delhi to Pune, SG-105, was forced to return to the bay after nearly 150 passengers refused to fly due to a faulty air-conditioning system, which left them feeling extremely hot and humid in the cabin.
Russia appoints ex-CJI Chandrachud as arbitrator in Ukrainian bank case
Former Chief Justice of India DY Chandrachud has been appointed as Russia's arbitrator in a treaty dispute with Ukrainian state-owned bank Oschadbank.
'Avoid shortcut culture of reels': PM Modi to youth
Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Wednesday urged the youth to steer clear of social media trends and the shortcut culture of reels.
Himachal imposes widow, orphan cess on fuel; what it means
The Himachal Pradesh government has introduced a new tax, the Widow and Orphan Cess, on petrol and high-speed diesel.
IndiGo flight makes emergency landing in Chennai after engine failure
An IndiGo flight from Kolkata to Chennai declared a full emergency on Tuesday night after developing a left engine inoperative condition.
'Pilot seemed high, eyes...red': Passenger on Air India Phuket-Delhi flight
A passenger on the Air India Phuket-Delhi flight, which suffered severe turbulence and dropped 300 feet, has alleged that the pilot appeared "high" before takeoff.
'You eat non-veg?' Questions Ram Mandir CEO candidates were asked
The selection process for the first full-time Chief Executive Officer (CEO) of the Shri Ram Janmabhoomi Teerth Kshetra Trust in Ayodhya reportedly took a personal turn, with the 18 shortlisted candidates questioned about their religious beliefs, dietary habits, and personal lives.
FSSAI's pan masala packaging rules: What's banned and what's allowed
The Food Safety and Standards Authority of India (FSSAI) has announced a ban on the use of plastic and aluminum foil in pan masala packaging.
5 killed after landslide in Mumbai's Ghatkopar
A landslide in the early hours of Wednesday at Gaushiya Chawl in Ghatkopar's Chirag Nagar, Mumbai, has left five people dead.