Independence Day
BJP hails PM’s Independence Day speech as inspiring
BJP working president J.P. Nadda said the Modi government has a strong will power to resolve to nation’s problems and blessings of the people.
Chhattisgarh hikes quota for OBCs, SCs
With this, the total reservation has gone up to 72 per cent, which is beyond the admissible quota of 50 per cent fixed by the Supreme Court.
India gets Chief of Defence Staff at last; Gen Rawat front-runner
PM Modi announces landmark military reform in his Red Fort address.
PM tries to inspire, but skirts the real anxieties
Modi conveyed his greetings to Afghanistan, that will be celebrating its Independence Day a few days later, and skipped any reference to Pakistan.
On Aug 15, PM asks nation to stay positive
Modi also dwelt on population control, though there was no indication of any policy contours in this direction.
Patriotism for sale?
Citizens from all walks of life and professions weigh in on whether the commercialisation of patriotism has watered down the sentiment.
J&K: Independence Day celebrated in Kulgam, DC Showkat Ajaz Bhat hoists national flag
‘On the occasion, contingents of CRPF, JKP, JKP Ladies Police Group, ITBP, District police band, Home guard participated,’ statement read.
Telangana: Maoist posters urge people to observe Independence Day as 'black day'
The posters were found lying in the Gandhi Centre area in Cherla Mandal in Bhadradri Kothagudem.
Namaste! Netanyahu greets PM Modi, Indians on Independence Day
India and Israel share an extensive economic, military and strategic relationship that has strengthened in recent years.
Women, school students tie rakhi on PM Modi's wrist
The students seemed excited as Prime Minister interacted with them. Differently-abled students also tied rakhi on wrist of Prime Minister.