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Saptadhara: All about Viksit Bharat 7 reforms listed by PM Modi in Independence Day speech | EXPLAINED

Prime Minister Narendra Modi, in his address to the nation on the occasion of the 80th Independence Day, unveiled the'Saptadhara' reforms or the

5 Inspiring Films Celebrating Indias Heroes from the Freedom Struggle to Kargil War

Mumbai, August 15: Bollywood has portrayed patriotism on screen in various shades. Some films depict the bravery of soldiers fighting enemies at

PM Modi Sports Traditional Tie-Dye Turban at 80th I-Day Celebrations

Modi's Independence Day turbans have evolved into a visual tradition of their own.

From Covid to wars: PM Modi says India stood strong amid crises and shortage rumours

Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Saturday highlighted the crises India faced over the past decade, including the Covid-19 pandemic, wars and conce

Elderly Couple Found Dead Inside Trunk at Udaipur Home, Police Suspect Murder

Udaipur, August 15: The bodies of an elderly couple who had been missing for two days were found stuffed inside a trunk at their home in Udaipurs

Mark Rydell, Oscar-nominated On Golden Pond director, dies at 97; Bette Midler pays tribute

Oscar-nominated filmmaker Mark Rydell, best known for directing On Golden Pond, has died at the age of 97. The news of the veteran director's dea

PM Modi's Bandhani safa and the centuries-old craft behind it

PM Modis Bandhani safa and the centuriesold craft behind it

Prime Minister Modi Highlights Self-Reliant India as Pathway to Developed India on Independence Day

New Delhi, August 15: On the occasion of the 80th Independence Day, Prime Minister Narendra Modi addressed the nation from the Red Fort, emphasiz

PM Modi Unveils Shakti Ki Saptadhara, Seven Key Pillars To Drive Indias Next Phase Of Growth

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How Raveli pattu, Keralas ancient story telling tradition, is struggling to survive

PK Narayanan, one of the few remaining performers of the Raveli pattu, is striving to keep the oral tradition alive

Armed Naxals dealt with, have to isolate 'dimaagi Naxals' next: PM Modi

Armed Naxals dealt with have to isolate dimaagi Naxals next PM Modi

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Independence Day 2026: PM Modi says no-go coastal waters turned into go-ahead exploration areas

India has opened most coastal waters for offshore exploration to discover new hydrocarbon reserves and strengthen energy security. Prime Minister

UAE state oil company says vessel attacked in Hormuz Strait

ADNOC confirmed that one of its vessels was attacked while transiting the Strait of Hormuz on the evening of August 14, 2026

Southern Railways Chennai division crosses 5,000 crore earnings milestone in FY26

The Chennai division recorded total earnings of 5,038.30 crores in FY26, thus registering a 9% growth over the previous year: Shailendra Singh

Inspiring Dialogues from Bollywood that Ignite Patriotism on August 15

Mumbai, August 15: Bollywood has produced several patriotic films, and some dialogues resonate long after the credits roll. Iconic lines from mov

Life insurance: Average annual premium per policy grew 42.6% in last 5 years in India

An analysis of life insurance business data for FY21FY25 compiled by the Insurance Information Bureau (IIB) of India has pointed to an encouragin

PM Narendra Modi's Independence Day turbans through the years: From 2026 back to 2014

PM Narendra Modi's Independence Day turbans through the years: From 2026 back to 2014

From Red Fort, PM Modi Highlights India's Expanding Global Trade Reach With FTAs Across 40 Countries

10-Year-Old Girl Allegedly Sexually Assaulted at Udaipur Shelter Home, Operator

Udaipur, August 15: A 10-year-old girl was allegedly sexually assaulted at a shelter home in Udaipur, with the brother of the shelter operator ac

Free online coaching, AI training for 1 crore: PM Modi's big push for youth

Free online coaching AI training for crore PM Modis big push for youth

India vs Sri Lanka Test Series 2026: Galle 1st test live streaming, squads, playing XI, weather, pitch and head-to-head record

Ind vs SL Test Live Streaming: India and Sri Lanka begin their two-match Test series in Galle on August 15, 2026. Here are the live streaming det

PM Modi Becomes Second PM After Nehru To Deliver 13 Straight I-Day Addresses

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PM Narendra Modi receives Guard of Honour at the Red Fort ahead of I-Day address

PM Modi arrives at Red Fort to lead the nation's 80th Independence Day celebrations

PM Modi announces nationwide talent hunt ahead of India's 2036 Olympics

PM Modi announces nationwide talent hunt ahead of Indias Olympics

PM Modi sets sights on 50 Indian companies in Fortune 500

PM Modi sets sights on Indian companies in Fortune

AI skill training, online coaching and more: PM Modi's outreach to Gen Zs in I-Day speech

In yet another outreach to the Gen Zs days after the country witnessed a massive youth-led protest over NEET paper leak, Prime Minister Narendra

In a first, Vande Mataram rendered during 80th Independence Day celebrations at Red Fort

An Army band played the tune of Vande Mataram as the guests present on the occasion sung the national song

Indias Historic Victory on Independence Day: Virat Kohli Shines

New Delhi, August 15: India is celebrating the 80th anniversary of its independence today. This day holds significant importance in the realm of

British Cyclist Finlay Tarling, 19, Dies in Tour of Portugal Crash

The podium ceremony was cancelled as a sign of respect and mourning, they added.

Independence Day 2026: Naidu Calls for What Can I Do for My Country? Approach

Naidu said that by the time India completes 100 years of Independence, both the country and Andhra Pradesh should move from independence towards

Freedom's Progress Through the Years

Indias independence was the culmination of nearly two centuries of political change, resistance, and negotiation. This timeline revisits the mile

IND vs SL Live: Gill's India begin WTC charge in Galle

IND vs SL Live Gills India begin WTC charge in Galle

Opposition Spent Entire Session Creating Ruckus, Kept Changing Stand and Questions: MP Dr Mannalal Rawat

Udaipur, August 15: Udaipur MP Dr Mannalal Rawat on Saturday alleged that the Opposition had no substantive issues to raise during the Parliament

Independence Day 2026: PM Modi invokes Sapta Dhara vision for Indias future focusing on manufacturing to soft power

Prime Minister Narendra Modi introduced a new framework called 'Sapta Dhara' for India. This framework identifies seven key areas to accelerate t

Udaipur Urban Sketchers Complete 200 Weeks; Fourth Exhibition to Be Held on August 15-16

Udaipur, August 14, 2026: Urban Sketchers Udaipur, a group documenting the citys heritage, architecture, streets, markets and everyday life throu

India Accelerates Growth: PM Modi Highlights Achievements on Independence Day

New Delhi, August 15: Prime Minister Narendra Modi addressed the nation from the ramparts of the Red Fort on the occasion of the 80th Independenc

iQOO 16 Tipped to Feature 165Hz 2K Display and Redesigned Camera Module

New Delhi, August 15, 2026: The iQOO 16 could arrive with a 165Hz display, a redesigned rear camera module and Qualcomms next-generation flagship

Historic first at Red Fort: Vande Mataram sung at 80th I-Day, followed by PMs Flag hoisting

FIH Hockey World Cup 2026 today's matches, live timings (IST), streaming

India will be among the teams in action on the first day, beginning their campaign against Wales in Pool D.

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Defence Production Up Fourfold, Electronics Manufacturing Sevenfold In 12 Years, Says PM Modi In Independence Day 2026 Address

India's global trade push gains ground as PM Modi says FTAs concluded with 40 countries

Indias global trade push gains ground as PM Modi says FTAs concluded with countries

PM Modi Assures Flood, Landslide-Hit Families of Government Support

He expressed solidarity with those affected by the natural calamities

Manufacturing to green economy: PM lists 7-point 'Saptdhara' vision in I-Day speech

Manufacturing to green economy PM lists point Saptdhara vision in IDay speech

Vande Mataram echoing from Red Fort for first time: PM Modi leads historic Independence Day celebration

Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Saturday led Indias 80th Independence Day celebrations at the Red Fort, unfurling the Tricolour and addressing th

Celebrate Independence Day with These 5 Patriotic Web Series

Mumbai, August 15: Independence Day is a national holiday in India, allowing many people to take a break. If youre looking to make this day speci

IND vs SL weather report: How will weather in Galle fare on day 1 of the first Test?

India and Sri Lanka are all set to take on each other in the first Test of the upcoming two-game Test series. The teams will take on each other a

PM spotlights India's deep-sea oil exploration mission. What is Samudra Manthan?

PM spotlights Indias deepsea oil exploration mission What is Samudra Manthan

Who was Jason Arday? Former Cambridge University Professor under fire for plagiarism allegations found dead at 41; all about his latest book, dyslexia battle and cause of death

British sociologist Jason Arday has died at 41 following intense scrutiny. He resigned from his Cambridge professorship amid plagiarism allegatio

The Significance of the Tricolor Hoisting at Red Fort on Independence Day

New Delhi, August 15: Every year, as August 15 approaches, the nation is adorned in the colors of the tricolor. From schools and government offic

It is time we look past the binary of good and bad men

Sexual violence is not the preserve of monsters. It can also emerge from ordinary assumptions about flirting, persistence, seniority, alcohol, wo

Vande Mataram Echoes At Red Fort For The First Time On Independence Day

N-plants, rare earths, gas exploration: PM Modi's big pitch for energy security

Nplants rare earths gas exploration PM Modis big pitch for energy security

Three Extremely Low-Birth-Weight Babies Recover at PIMS After Free Treatment

Udaipur, August 15, 2026:Three extremely low-birth-weight newborns have successfully overcome serious health challenges at the Pacific Institute

Indias first Independence Day flag hoisting was not at Red Fort: Where India's first PM Jawaharlal Nehru hoist the Tricolour in 1947?

Independence Day India's First Flag Hoisting in 1947: Jawaharlal Nehru did not hoist the Tricolour at Red Fort on India's first Independence Day

Tamil Nadu batter fined Rs 1 lakh for mobile phone breach in TNPL

Tamil Nadu batter fined Rs lakh for mobile phone breach in TNPL

Pacific Dental College Ranks 62nd in India, First in Rajasthan in IIRF 2026

Udaipur, August 15, 2026:Pacific Dental College and Hospital, Debari, Udaipur, has secured the 62nd position across India, 13th in the North Zone

India Aims for Developed Nation Status by 2047, Says PM Modi

New Delhi, August 15: On the occasion of the 80th Independence Day, Prime Minister Narendra Modi reiterated the commitment to transforming India

PM Modi highlights India's growth, calls for energy security, big dreams

Addressing the nation from the Red Fort, the Prime Minister highlighted India's economic and industrial gains over 12 years and called for greate

From Rural Enterprises to Digital Mines: Hindustan Zinc Celebrates a New Face of Independence

Over 25,000 rural women connected through Sakhi to savings, credit, skills and livelihood opportunities 26.3% women workforce, highest in Indias

Turned 'no-go areas' into 'go-ahead areas': PM Modi's push for nuclear power, energy security in I-Day speech

Reiterating that India cannot remain dependent on other countries to become 'atmanibhar' (self-reliant), Prime Minister Narendra Modi said on Sat

Modi becomes second PM after Nehru to deliver 13 consecutive I-Day speeches

Two interstate thieves from Irani gang arrested in Karnataka

Davanagere: Jagalur police have arrested two interstate thieves allegedly belonging to a notorious Irani gang in connection with the theft of a g

Indian Leaders Extend Greetings on 80th Independence Day

New Delhi, August 15: On August 15, the nation celebrates its 80th Independence Day, marking 79 years since gaining freedom. On this significant

The day Hyderabad celebrated two Independence Days on August 15, 1947

On August 15, 1947, Congress and Communist workers defied restrictions to hoist the tricolour, while the Nizams supporters celebrated Independent

Freedom fighters' dreams continue to inspire us: Leaders extend wishes on 80th I-Day

Prime Minister Modi and other leaders extended Independence Day greetings to citizens. They remembered freedom fighters and highlighted their vis

Women in Hindustan Zinc Lead the Way from Rural Enterprises to Digital Mines

Udaipur, August 15, 2026: As the country prepares to celebrate its 80th Independence Day, Hindustan Zinc has been playing an important role in gi

Fragile 5 to fastest growing: PM Modi on India's 80th I-Day

Talking about the dream to become a developed country by 2047, PM Modi said, The world will be forced to look at India differently when the most

Quote of the Day by Thomas Campbell: To live in hearts we leave behind is not to die - Scottish poets powerful words about love, loss and the people we leave behind

Thomas Campbell's quote is on living on through memories and influence. His words suggest that a person's presence continues after their physical

Today's Birthday : 15th August 2026

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How is your day : 15th August 2026

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Prime Minister Modi Celebrates 80th Independence Day with Heartfelt Address

New Delhi, August 15: Prime Minister Narendra Modi addressed the nation from the ramparts of the Red Fort on the occasion of the 80th Independenc

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PM Modi reaffirms Viksit Bharat goal for 2047 in Independence Day 2026 speech, calls it India's 'grand dream'

Prime Minister Narendra Modi addressed the nation from the ramparts of the Red Fort on August 15 as India marked its 80th Independence Day. The c

HYC founder attempts suicide in Hyderabad over police harassment

Hyderabad: Hyderabad Youth Courage (HYC) founder Salman Khanallegedly attempted suicide on Friday, August 14, with the group claiming that he too

India was once in Fragile Five, but now fastest-growing economy after 12 years: PM Modi

Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Saturday said India's transformation over the past decade demonstrates that the country's vision of becoming a de

From Fragile Five To Fastest-Growing Major Economy: PM Modi Highlights Indias Transformation In Independence Day 2026 Address

'India Stands With Flood Victims': Top Quotes From PM Modi's Independence Day Speech

PM Modi addressed the nation from the ramparts of Red Fort on 80th Independence Day.

PM says India was among 'Fragile Five'. Story behind the controversial tag

PM says India was among Fragile Five Story behind the controversial tag

Independence Day exclusive: Dia Mirza recalls meeting air force families while filming Operation Safed Sagar

For Bollywood actress Dia Mirza, working on the Netflix series, Operation Safed Sagar, offered an opportunity to look beyond the soldier at the p

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In a first, Vande Mataram played at Red Fort on Independence Day

In a first Vande Mataram played at Red Fort on Independence Day