New Delhi: In a first, the Department of Posts on Friday delivered the National Flag by drone from Mandi to Rehardhar in Himachal Pradesh on the eve of Independence Day, showcasing the use of technology in public service. The initiative was virtually launched by Union Communications and Development of North Eastern Region Minister Jyotiraditya Scindia, Read More…
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President Murmu Extends Independence Day Greetings, Calls for Building ‘Viksit Bharat’ by 2047
New Delhi: On the eve of Independence Day, President Droupadi Murmu extended warm greetings to citizens and called for collective efforts to build a developed India by 2047, the centenary year of Independence. In her Independence Day eve address, the President said the Tricolour symbolises India’s freedom and paid tribute to freedom fighters who helped Read More…
Stray Dog Feeding Dispute Turns Violent at Gurugram Society
Gurugram: A dispute between two groups over feeding stray dogs escalated into a physical clash at a residential society in Sector 67 here, police said on Friday. The incident took place at Shri Vardhman Mantra Society at around 9.30 pm on Thursday. According to a complaint filed with the Sector-65 police, two women were allegedly Read More…
Nation to Mark 80th Independence Day; ‘Vande Mataram’ to Be Rendered at Red Fort
New Delhi: India will celebrate its 80th Independence Day on August 15 with Prime Minister Narendra Modi leading the national celebrations at the historic Red Fort in New Delhi amid patriotic fervour and heightened security arrangements. For the first time, the national song ‘Vande Mataram’ will be rendered as part of the Independence Day celebrations Read More…
PM Modi Pays Tribute to Partition Victims on Partition Horrors Remembrance Day
New Delhi: Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Friday paid tribute to those affected by the Partition of India, recalling the immense suffering endured by families who were uprooted, lost loved ones and were forced to rebuild their lives amid adversity. Marking Partition Horrors Remembrance Day, Modi said the day is an occasion to remember the Read More…
Historian Sumit Sarkar Dies at 87
New Delhi: Eminent historian Sumit Sarkar died at his Delhi residence on Thursday due to age-related ailments. He was 87. Historian and family friend G Arunima said Sarkar had been unwell for a long time and had been facing age-related health issues in recent years. Sarkar is survived by his wife, historian Tanika Sarkar, and Read More…
Bengaluru May Charge Annual Fee for Parking Vehicles Outside Homes
Bengaluru: Residents who park vehicles on public roads outside their homes may have to pay an annual fee of up to Rs 25,000 under the draft Greater Bengaluru Authority (Parking) Rules, 2026, released by the Karnataka government. The proposed residential parking permit fee is Rs 15,000 for hatchbacks, Rs 20,000 for sedans and Rs 25,000 Read More…
India, Kenya Discuss Stronger Parliamentary and Digital Cooperation
New Delhi: Vice President and Rajya Sabha Chairman C. P. Radhakrishnan met Kenyan National Assembly Speaker Moses M. Wetang’ula and a parliamentary delegation visiting India. Radhakrishnan highlighted the close parliamentary ties between the two countries and offered India’s expertise in digital technology and paperless Parliament initiatives. He also discussed India’s development assistance to Kenya, including Read More…
President Murmu Presents Sangeet Natak Akademi Awards
New Delhi: President Droupadi Murmu on Thursday presented the Sangeet Natak Akademi Fellowships and Awards for 2024 and 2025 to eminent artists in New Delhi. Addressing the gathering, the President said the honoured artists collectively represent India’s rich and diverse cultural heritage. She highlighted the importance of preserving folk and tribal art forms, many of Read More…
Textbook Shortage, Application-Based Exams Creating Academic Stress Among Students: Parliamentary Panel
New Delhi: A parliamentary panel has flagged a significant gap between curriculum design and its implementation for students in Classes 9 to 12, stating that the non-availability of textbooks and application-based Board examination patterns are causing academic stress and confusion among students, particularly those appearing for Classes 10 and 12 examinations. The observations are part Read More…









