India, All india, 15th Aug 2019, News & Stories from India

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Uttar Pradesh police has issued directives barring any "spill-over" of religious activities, like offering of 'namaz' and 'aarti', on roads in the state, citing hindrance to movement of traffic. (Representational Image)

UP cops ban ‘namaz or aarti’ on roads to prevent hindrance of traffic

Earlier, similar directives were issued in Aligarh after Hindu organisations were holding 'Hanuman Chalisa' recital on roads.

15 Aug 2019 11:08 AM

During his address to the nation on the 73rd Independence Day, he said today, India is talking about simultaneous polls which is a good thing. (Photo: ANI | Twitter)

On 73rd I-Day, PM Modi makes fresh pitch for simultaneous elections

Draft submitted to Law Ministry cautioned that 'holding simultaneous elections is not possible within existing framework of Constitution'.

15 Aug 2019 10:53 AM

Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s rakhi sister Qamar Mohsin Shaikh, like every year, wishes the very best for her brother on Rakha Bandhan being celebrated on Thursday. (Photo: ANI)

In next 5 years, hope world recognises positive decisions he made: PM’s sister Shaikh

The Pakistan-origin woman married to an Indian, Shaikh has been tying rakhi to Prime Minister Modi every year for more than two decades now.

15 Aug 2019 10:49 AM

CPI(M) general secretary Sitaram Yechury on Thursday reminded the country of its diversity and the need to hold on to it while wishing the nation on its 73rd Independence Day. (Photo: File)

Safeguarding 'fundamentals' of country essential: Yechury

'We must resolve to safeguard the fundamentals of our Republic — secular democracy, federalism and social justice,' he added.

15 Aug 2019 10:26 AM

After unfurling the flag, Malik inspected the parade of para-military forces and Jammu and Kashmir Police. (Photo: ANI)

J&K Guv unfurls tricolour in Srinagar, says regional identity not at stake

Restrictions were put in place here in the wake of the abrogation of the special status under Article 370 of the Constitution.

15 Aug 2019 10:22 AM

'Abrogating Article 370 is an important step in fulfilling Sardar Vallabhbhai Patel's dream for a united India,' Modi added. (Photo: ANI)

'If Article 370 so essential, then why did it remain temporary?': PM Modi slams Cong

PM Modi did not shy away from denouncing the political opposition to Article 370.

15 Aug 2019 10:12 AM

It was created by Shaivalini Kumar which depicted traditional motifs from Indian textiles evoking the complex yet harmonious "patchwork" of Indian culture, ranging from education, to the arts, to courage and compassion. (Photo: Screengrab)

Google wishes India 73 years of Independence with historic doodle

The tricolour would be hoisted on Thursday across the country with the national anthem being played.

15 Aug 2019 10:00 AM

'Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi has visited Sri Lanka during his second term as PM,' Sri Lankan Tourism Minister John Amaratunga said. (Photo: ANI)

Easter-bombing caused a huge loss to tourism industry: Sri Lankan Minister

The Minister said that the relationship between India and Sri Lanka is on a high note.

15 Aug 2019 9:57 AM

As Karnataka continues to battle monsoon fury, the death toll on Wednesday mounted to 61, according to the data released by Karnataka State Natural Disaster Monitoring Centre (KSNDMC). (Photo: File)

Death toll mounts to 61 as Karnataka continues to battle monsoon fury

The floods have also resulted in heavy loss of livestock with 859 animals reported dead.

15 Aug 2019 9:47 AM

Modi sported a yellow-coloured turban with a dash of green and red along with a long trail that extended till his ankle as he addressed the nation from the ramparts of historic Red Fort on 73rd Independence Day. (Photo: ANI | Twitter)

PM Modi continues turban tradition for first I-Day address of Modi 2.0

As the Prime Minister yet again aces the Independence Day look, let's have a look at his previous outings with the turban.

15 Aug 2019 9:37 AM

The Prime Minister said the CDS would ensure synergy among the three services and provide effective leadership to them. (Photo: ANI | Twitter)

'India will have a Chief of Defence Staff,' says PM Modi in I-Day speech

Modi made the key announcement in his address to the nation from the ramparts of the Red Fort on the occasion of 73rd Independence Day.

15 Aug 2019 9:27 AM

Banerjee said, 'I believe we don't have to learn from others how to be patriotic. We got freedom; today our country has progressed.' (Photo: File)

Don't have to learn from others how to be patriotic: Mamata to Centre

Banerjee said that Independence for her means 'to allow the people to speak'.

15 Aug 2019 8:54 AM

Elections to the 90-member Assembly are due in the state later this year. (Image: ANI twitter)

Amit Shah to address first public meeting in Jind after abrogation of Article 370

His rally is being considered as BJP's launch of the election campaign for the upcoming Assembly polls.

15 Aug 2019 8:47 AM

The chief minister took to Twitter to assert that his government is committed to ensuring justice and said that stringent anti-lynching laws have been enacted in the state. (Photo: ANI)

Govt to challenge Pehlu Khan lynching verdict: Rajasthan CM Gehlot

Earlier today, a Rajasthan court acquitted all the six accused in the lynching case on the benefit of the doubt.

15 Aug 2019 8:43 AM

He said further relaxations in prohibitory orders have been given in a large number of areas, including Srinagar. (Photo: PTI)

I-Day in mind, restrictions to continue for some time in Kashmir, say officials

The main Independence Day function would be held at SK Stadium here with Governor Satya Pal Malik hoisting the national flag.

15 Aug 2019 8:19 AM

Prime Minister Narendra Modi paid homage to Mahatma Gandhi at the Rajghat on the occasion of Independence Day on Thursday, prior to the flag hoisting at the Red Fort. (Photo: Twitter/ ANI)

PM Modi pays homage to Mahatma Gandhi at Rajghat on I-Day

He headed to the venue of Independence Day function at Red Fort to hoist the tricolour and address the nation, after paying homage to Gandhi

15 Aug 2019 8:09 AM

One nation, one Constitution spirit has become a reality: PM in I-Day speech

He said if 2014-19 was an era to fulfil people's needs, the time since 2019 is about meeting aspirations and dreams.

15 Aug 2019 7:53 AM

A dancer on his own creative journey, away from established dance norms, Astad Deboo understandably ploughs a lone furrow.

Understanding dancer Astad Deboo: The lonely crusader, still an enigma

Dancing inside the auditorium has been as common as dancing in a museum amidst artifacts, on the street, on a catwalk or on the Wall of China.

15 Aug 2019 1:50 AM

Abhinandan Varthaman to get Vir Chakra

The MiG-21 Bison piloted by Wg Cdr Abhinandan Varthaman had chased and shot down a F-16 which fell into Pakistan-occupied Kashmir on February 27.

15 Aug 2019 1:41 AM

It is now learnt it also wanted to divert a greater part of over 40,000 security personnel requisitioned for the yatra to parts of the Valley for performing law and order duties in anticipation of possible uprising. (Photo: Representational/PTI)

Amarnath Yatra to end quietly today

Though all rituals are likely to be held strictly under Hindu customs, it will be somewhat a subdued affair this time.

15 Aug 2019 1:29 AM

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