New Delhi, August 15, 2025: Marking India’s 79th Independence Day with his longest-ever address from the Red Fort, Prime Minister Narendra Modi announced a series of economic, defence, and social initiatives aimed at building a self-reliant and secure India. The 103-minute speech, his 12th consecutive Independence Day address, included a…
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J&K Cloudburst: 46 Dead, 100+ Injured in Kishtwar
Kishtwar, Jammu & Kashmir: A devastating cloudburst in Chositi village, Kishtwar district, claimed at least 46 lives on Thursday afternoon. Most of the victims were pilgrims on the Machail Mata Yatra route. Over 100 people sustained injuries, and several remain missing as rescue operations continue amid relentless rain. The Tragedy…
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DoT Restores Telecom in Uttarkashi’s Cloudburst-Hit Region
Uttarkashi: In a remarkable display of coordination and urgency, the Department of Telecommunications (DoT) has restored crucial telecom services in Uttarkashi’s Bhatwadi–Gangotri region after a devastating cloudburst near Dharali Village on August 5, 2025. The disaster caused the Kheer Ganga River to swell rapidly, sweeping away two telecom towers and…
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Om Birla’s Inspiring 79th Independence Day Message
Lok Sabha Speaker Om Birla’s Independence Day Message On the eve of the 79th Independence Day, Lok Sabha Speaker Shri Om Birla extended heartfelt greetings to the nation. In a message filled with pride, gratitude, and resolve, he called on all Indians to honor the sacrifices of the past and…
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President Murmu Extends Greetings on Parsi New Year
President of India, Smt. Droupadi Murmu, has extended warm greetings to the nation on the eve of the Parsi New Year Navroz. Her message reflected themes of renewal, hope, and unity, resonating with the values this ancient festival represents. Navroz – A Festival of Renewal and Hope Navroz, celebrated by…
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150 Sarpanches Honoured for Water, Sanitation Efforts
As India prepares to mark its 79th Independence Day, the Ministry of Jal Shakti has honoured over 150 sarpanches from across the country for their remarkable contributions to water conservation and sanitation. The event, held in Delhi, celebrated these grassroots leaders for turning the vision of Swachh Sujal Gaon into…
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NSIC Signs MoUs with Banks to Boost MSME Credit Access
New Delhi: In a major push to improve credit availability for small businesses, the National Small Industries Corporation (NSIC) has signed Memoranda of Understanding (MoUs) with five leading private sector banks. The agreements, part of the MSME Credit Facilitation Program, were formalised on 11 August 2025 in New Delhi. The…
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Independence Day 2025 Guests Tour Parliament Delhi Landmarks
New Delhi: In the run-up to the 79th Independence Day celebrations, special guests invited to the national event visited some of the most significant landmarks in the capital, including the iconic Parliament House. The Ministry of Women and Child Development organised the tour as part of the Azadi Ka Amrit…
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Khelo India Water Sports Festival to Debut at Dal Lake
Khelo India Brings First-Ever Water Sports Festival to Srinagar’s Dal Lake Srinagar is preparing for a historic sporting spectacle. From August 21 to 23, 2025, the city’s world-famous Dal Lake will host the first-ever Khelo India Water Sports Festival (KIWSF), a vibrant addition to the country’s sports calendar. The event…
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NITI Aayog Calls for R&D Reforms at Ahmedabad Meet
Ahmedabad, August 15: NITI Aayog has renewed its call for structural reforms in India’s research and development (R&D) ecosystem, urging simpler regulations, better funding access, and stronger industry-academia partnerships. The message came during the Fifth Regional Consultative Meeting on “Ease of Doing R&D” at Science City, Ahmedabad, held on August…