New Delhi: On the 79th Independence Day, Prime Minister Narendra Modi delivered a powerful address from the historic Red Fort, declaring the Constitution as the nation’s guiding light and unity as the day’s central message. Amid the tricolour fluttering high, Modi hailed the collective spirit of India’s 1.4 billion citizens, calling the day “a festival Read More…
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China’s Top Diplomat to Visit India Amid Warming Ties After U.S. Tariffs
China’s Foreign Minister Wang Yi will visit India on August 18—his first trip in over three years—signaling a thaw in relations between the two Asian giants. The visit comes as both nations find common ground in the wake of steep U.S. tariffs on Indian exports, with Beijing openly backing New Delhi’s stance and urging unity Read More…
Top Military Officers to Receive Sarvottam Yudh Seva Medal for ‘Operation Sindoor’ on Independence Day
New Delhi: In a major recognition of military excellence, senior officers from the Army, Navy, and Air Force who played pivotal roles in Operation Sindoor will be awarded the prestigious Sarvottam Yudh Seva Medal on August 15. Operation Sindoor was a high-impact mission in which India targeted key terror hideouts and military installations inside Pakistan. Read More…
FASTag Annual Pass to Launch Tomorrow — Pay Just ₹15 Per Toll, Save Up to ₹7,000 a Year
New Delhi: Starting this Independence Day, highway travel is set to become faster and cheaper. The Union Ministry of Road Transport and Highways will roll out a new FASTag-based annual pass that slashes yearly toll costs from around ₹10,000 to just ₹3,000. Union Minister Nitin Gadkari announced that the pass will not only save motorists Read More…
PM Expresses Solidarity with Kishtwar Cloudburst Victims, Assures Full Support
New Delhi: Prime Minister Narendra Modi has expressed deep sorrow over the loss of lives in the devastating cloudburst and flash floods in Kishtwar, Jammu & Kashmir. Extending condolences to the bereaved families and prayers for the injured, the PM assured that the Centre is closely monitoring the situation and will provide all possible assistance Read More…
Devastating Cloudburst in J&K’s Chositi Triggers Flash Floods, At Least 12 Dead, Toll Likely to Rise
A sudden cloudburst in Chositi, along the Machail Mata pilgrimage route, unleashed deadly flash floods on Thursday afternoon, sweeping away roads, infrastructure, and a pilgrims’ community kitchen. At least 12 bodies have been recovered, with officials warning the toll could climb as rescue efforts intensify. Army, NDRF, SDRF, CRPF, and local police teams are on Read More…
Six Years of Jal Jeevan Mission: PM Modi Celebrates Milestone of Clean Water for 15 Crore Rural Homes
New Delhi: Marking six years of the Jal Jeevan Mission, Prime Minister Narendra Modi hailed the remarkable achievement of delivering clean, piped drinking water to over 15 crore rural households under the ambitious Har Ghar Jal vision. A special video released on the Prime Minister’s official YouTube channel showcases how the mission has transformed rural Read More…
Partition Horrors Remembrance Day: PM Modi Pays Tribute, Urges National Unity
New Delhi: Marking Partition Horrors Remembrance Day on August 14, 2025, Prime Minister Narendra Modi paid an emotional tribute to those who endured the “upheaval and pain” of the 1947 Partition, calling it a “tragic chapter of our history.” He lauded the courage and resilience of survivors who, despite unimaginable loss, rebuilt their lives and Read More…
Delhi Turns Fortress Ahead of 79th Independence Day: 10,000+ Police, High-Tech Surveillance, and Strict Vehicle Checks
New Delhi: In preparation for India’s 79th Independence Day, the national capital has been placed under an unprecedented security blanket. Over 10,000 police personnel, 3,000 traffic officers, paramilitary forces, and commandos have been deployed, backed by cutting-edge surveillance technology. The Red Fort — where the Prime Minister will hoist the national flag — is under Read More…
SC to Set Up Search Committee for Kerala VC Appointments Amid Governor–State Row
New Delhi: The Supreme Court has stepped in to resolve the ongoing standoff between the Kerala government and Governor Arif Mohammed Khan over the appointment of Vice Chancellors in state universities. A Bench suggested that both the state government and the Governor propose four names each, after which the court will constitute a search committee Read More…