On India’s 79th Independence Day, Prime Minister Narendra Modi strongly condemned Pakistan for heightening tensions, warning against nuclear threats. He affirmed that any misadventure by the enemy will be met with a decisive and befitting response from the Indian Armed Forces.

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On India’s 79th Independence Day, Prime Minister Narendra Modi strongly condemned Pakistan for heightening tensions, warning against nuclear threats. He affirmed that any misadventure by the enemy will be met with a decisive and befitting response from the Indian Armed Forces.


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The United States has warned India of the possibility of increased secondary tariffs, following a 50 percent levy announced earlier this month. Treasury secretary Scott Bessent said in a Bloomberg TV interview that any further action could depend on the outcome of the Trump-Putin meeting in Alaska.


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In his Independence Day speech from the Red Fort in the national capital, Prime Minister Narendra Modi said the country is moving rapidly towards achieving the world's third largest economy status. "Some day, I'll share this news with you from the Red Fort," said PM Modi. 


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As India celebrates its Independence Day, Prime Minister Narendra Modi paid tribute to the country’s freedom fighters, who worked relentlessly to free India from its colonial past. He lauded the grit and valour of the soldiers securing the borders. PM Modi highlighted the doctrine of ‘New India’, which has zero tolerance for terrorism and threats. He said, “India has decided that it will not tolerate nuclear threats anymore; we won’t fall for any blackmail.”


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On the eve of India’s 79th Independence Day, President Droupadi Murmu highlighted the nation’s extraordinary progress since 1947. She highlighted India’s growing self-reliance, rising per capita income, and falling poverty. Foreign exchange reserves have crossed 650 billion dollars, and exports continue to rise despite tariffs.

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As India celebrates its Independence Day, Prime Minister Narendra Modi paid tribute to the country’s freedom fighters, who worked relentlessly to free India from its colonial past. He lauded the grit and valour of the soldiers securing the borders. PM Modi highlighted the doctrine of ‘New India’, which has zero tolerance for terrorism and threats. He said, “India has decided that it will not tolerate nuclear threats anymore; we won’t fall for any blackmail.”

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Prime Minister Narendra Modi says, "This Diwali, I am going to make it a double Diwali for you... Over the past eight years, we have undertaken a major reform in GST... We are bringing next-generation GST reforms. This will reduce the tax burden across the country"


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Prime Minister Narendra Modi will hoist the tricolour from the historic ramparts of the Red Fort as India celebrates its 79th Independence Day. This marks his 12th consecutive address to the nation as Prime Minister—a moment of pride and reflection on the country’s progress, unity, and aspirations.

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As part of Operation Sindoor, the Indian Army has established a robust three-tier counter-infiltration grid along sensitive border areas to block militant entry. 


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US President Donald Trump on Thursday (August 14) stressed that tariffs against India may have influenced Russian President Vladimir Putin to agree to talks in Alaska. In an interview with Fox News Radio, Trump hinted that this could be a "probable" reason for Putin to meet him.The US president stressed that "everything has an impact", adding that secondary tariffs against India "essentially took them out of buying oil from Russia."Notably, Trump imposed massive tariffs on India earlier this month. Initially, it started with 25 per cent, but later Trump imposed additional tariffs, making it 50 per cent, citing New Delhi's import of Russian oil amid the full-scale invasion of Ukraine.India "probably" had a role in Putin agreeing to meet. "When I told India, which essentially took them out of buying oil from Russia, that we’re going to charge you, because you’re dealing with Russia on oil purchases, India was the second largest. And getting pretty close to China, China is the largest. And as you know, there was something in the works for that," he said.Trump further said that later, Russia called and said they wanted to meet him."Certainly, when you lose your second largest customer and you're probably going to lose your first largest customer, I think that probably has a role," the US president said.Trump continued saying that Russia respects the US now, adding that he didn't respect it under Biden.Stressing that the US is the "hottest country anywhere in the world", Trump started lauding America as he said, “Everybody’s moving back to the United States. Car companies, AI companies, Everybody’s moving back. They’re all starting their factories now. The odds are we’ve never had anything like this. It is truly the golden age of America, but he respects our country now.”

The US president stressed that "everything has an impact", adding that secondary tariffs against India "essentially took them out of buying oil from Russia."

US President Donald Trump on Thursday (August 14) stressed that tariffs against India may have influenced Russian President Vladimir Putin to agree to talks in Alaska. In an interview with Fox News Radio, Trump hinted that this could be a "probable" reason for Putin to meet him. The US president stressed that "everything has an impact", adding that secondary tariffs against India "essentially took them out of buying oil from Russia." Notably, Trump imposed massive tariffs on India earlier this month. Initially, it started with 25 per cent, but later Trump imposed additional tariffs, making it 50 per cent, citing New Delhi's import of Russian oil amid the full-scale invasion of Ukraine. India "probably" had a role in Putin agreeing to meet. "When I told India, which essentially took them out of buying oil from Russia, that we’re going to charge you, because you’re dealing with Russia on oil purchases, India was the second largest. And getting pretty close to China, China is the largest. And as you know, there was something in the works for that," he said. Trump further said that later, Russia called and said they wanted to meet him. "Certainly, when you lose your second largest customer and you're probably going to lose your first largest customer, I think that probably has a role," the US president said. Trump continued saying that Russia respects the US now, adding that he didn't respect it under Biden. Stressing that the US is the "hottest country anywhere in the world", Trump started lauding America as he said, “Everybody’s moving back to the United States. Car companies, AI companies, Everybody’s moving back. They’re all starting their factories now. The odds are we’ve never had anything like this. It is truly the golden age of America, but he respects our country now.”

The US president stressed that "everything has an impact", adding that secondary tariffs against India "essentially took them out of buying oil from Russia."

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The Indian Army has intensified security along the Line of Control and sensitive areas ahead of Independence Day, implementing a three-layer security grid to prevent infiltration attempts.


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Clean water, surroundings & hygiene are the foundation of a healthy nation. As part of #HarGharSwachhata & #HarGharTiranga campaign, let’s pledge to keep India clean. Become a Tiranga Volunteer, hoist the Tricolour at home & upload selfies on harghartiranga.com



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Pakistan will create a new force in the military to supervise missile combat capabilities in a conventional conflict, apparently a move to match neighbouring arch-rival India.

Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif announced the creation of the Army Rocket Force late Wednesday at a ceremony held in Islamabad to commemorate the conflict with India in May, the worst in decades.


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A massive cloudburst struck Chositi in Jammu and Kashmir near the Machail Mata Shrine on Thursday, prompting fears of significant casualties and immediate deployment of rescue teams by the administration. 


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India, join the #HarGharSwachhata & #HarGharTiranga campaign—become a Tiranga. Volunteer and pledge to keep your neighbourhood & area clean. Hoist the Tricolour at home and share your Tiranga selfies on harghartiranga.com

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Heavy rainfall in Delhi-NCR has caused widespread waterlogging and traffic disruptions across the city. The India Meteorological Department (IMD) has issued a red alert for several districts, urging residents to stay indoors and take precautions as the downpour continues.


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Ahead of Independence Day 2025, security has been intensified across Jammu & Kashmir as India prepares to celebrate its 79th Independence Day with nationwide events and vigilance.


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Months after India thwarted its plans during Operation Sindoor, Pakistan has announced the creation of a new military unit to oversee its missile combat capabilities in potential conventional warfare.


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The Indian Olympic Association has approved the bid for the 2030 Commonwealth Games.


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Volunteer and pledge to keep your neighbourhood & area clean. Hoist the Tricolour at home and share your Tiranga selfies on harghartiranga.com


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India is stepping up engagement with Moscow amid rising tensions with the United States over Russian oil imports. External Affairs Minister Dr S Jaishankar is scheduled to visit Russia on 20-21 August, where he will meet his Russian counterpart Sergey Lavrov. 


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Independence Day 2025: India's Independence Day is just a few days away. The country celebrates this day every year on August 15, with this year, the day falling on a Friday. Streets and buildings light up, along with tricolour flags swaying.India celebrates the historic moment, as in 1947, the country became free from British rule after nearly 200 years.&nbsp;On this day, the whole nation celebrates by hosting the tricolour flag and singing patriotic melodies.<h2>Is it 78th or 79th Independence Day?</h2>Since always, people get confused about which Independence Day it is. Likewise, this year, there is confusion about whether it will be the 78th or 79th Independence Day.&nbsp;The reason behind this confusion is that people, while calculating the year, simply subtract 1947 (the year of independence from British rule) from 2025 (the current year), and they get 78 (2025-1947=78). But that's not the correct way to do it.&nbsp;This way, you will get the number of completed years of independence, but not the number of celebrations.<h2>Here's how you can calculate</h2>The correct way to check which Independence Day it is is to count 1947 as the first Independence Day, and hence 2025 is the 79th Independence Day, according to the government and historical records.&nbsp;1947: 1st Independence Day 1948: 2nd Independence Day . . . 2024: 78th Independence Day 2025: 79th Independence Day&nbsp;Moreover, another easy way to calculate is to subtract 1947 from 2025 and add 1 to it. (2025-1947+1+ 79).This calculation will work for every such special day, including Republic Day or Army Day.<h2>Theme of 2025 Independence Day</h2>The day will begin with the hoisting of the national flag at the Red Fort, followed by a Guard of Honour, rendition of the National Anthem, a 21-gun salute, and a floral shower by Indian Air Force helicopters.&nbsp;This year, the Indian government, through the ‘My Gov’ website, has requested ideas from people for Prime Minister Narendra Modi's Independence Day speech.

The correct way to check which Independence Day it is is to count 1947 as the first Independence Day, and hence 2025 is the 79th Independence Day, according to the government and historical records.

Independence Day 2025: India's Independence Day is just a few days away. The country celebrates this day every year on August 15, with this year, the day falling on a Friday. Streets and buildings light up, along with tricolour flags swaying. India celebrates the historic moment, as in 1947, the country became free from British rule after nearly 200 years. On this day, the whole nation celebrates by hosting the tricolour flag and singing patriotic melodies. Is it 78th or 79th Independence Day? Since always, people get confused about which Independence Day it is. Likewise, this year, there is confusion about whether it will be the 78th or 79th Independence Day. The reason behind this confusion is that people, while calculating the year, simply subtract 1947 (the year of independence from British rule) from 2025 (the current year), and they get 78 (2025-1947=78). But that's not the correct way to do it. This way, you will get the number of completed years of independence, but not the number of celebrations. Here's how you can calculate The correct way to check which Independence Day it is is to count 1947 as the first Independence Day, and hence 2025 is the 79th Independence Day, according to the government and historical records. 1947: 1st Independence Day 1948: 2nd Independence Day . . . 2024: 78th Independence Day 2025: 79th Independence Day Moreover, another easy way to calculate is to subtract 1947 from 2025 and add 1 to it. (2025-1947+1+ 79). This calculation will work for every such special day, including Republic Day or Army Day. Theme of 2025 Independence Day The day will begin with the hoisting of the national flag at the Red Fort, followed by a Guard of Honour, rendition of the National Anthem, a 21-gun salute, and a floral shower by Indian Air Force helicopters. This year, the Indian government, through the ‘My Gov’ website, has requested ideas from people for Prime Minister Narendra Modi's Independence Day speech.

The correct way to check which Independence Day it is is to count 1947 as the first Independence Day, and hence 2025 is the 79th Independence Day, according to the government and historical records.

Independence Day 2025: Is it India's 78th or 79th Independence Day? Here's how you can calculate

In a major development, the Supreme Court has issued a critical directive regarding Delhi’s nearly 1 million stray dogs. The Chief Justice of India has made a bold statement on the city’s responsibility and future handling of the growing stray population. Where will the capital house these animals? What does this mean for animal rights and public safety? Stay tuned for live updates, expert opinions, and legal insight on this evolving issue.


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Amid a rise in racial attacks in Ireland, another Indian man was attacked by a group of teenagers in Fairview Park, Dublin, over the weekend. The man said that one attacker on an electric scooter came near him and attacked him on August 10, The Journal reported.&nbsp;He said that the assault happened at nearly 5:30 pm (local time), adding that the attacker came on an electric scooter and kicked him in the stomach.&nbsp;As the Indian man tried to escape, two other men joined the attacker and hit him repeatedly until he fell to the ground. Then, they continued kicking and punching him.&nbsp;Reportedly, one of the attackers hit him above the eye with his own metal water bottle, causing a deep cut and left him bleeding. Later, as he reached the hospital, he received eight stitches.&nbsp;Following the attack, the Indian man said that many of his Indian friends in Dublin are now "scared to go outside".<h2>Recent racist attacks in Ireland</h2>This marks the fourth racist attack in Ireland within a month.&nbsp;Earlier this month, a six-year-old Indian origin girl was brutally attacked while she was playing outside her house in Waterford City. A group of children aged 12 to 14 came and attacked her. They also called her "dirty", asking her to "go back to India".&nbsp;A 51-year-old Indian-origin man, while returning from work, was brutally attacked and robbed on August 10. The man, Laxman Das, is an Irish citizen and has been living there for 22 years now.&nbsp;On July 19, an Indian man, working for Amazon, was attacked and even partially stripped by a gang of people in Tallaght.&nbsp;Moreover, this attack comes after President Michael D Higgins condemned the series of attacks on the people of the Indian community.&nbsp;Calling them “despicable” and contrary to the country’s values, Higgins expressed a “deep sense of gratitude” for the “immense contribution” of the Indian community to Irish life. He highlighted their role in medicine, nursing, culture, business, and enterprise. “Their presence, their work, their culture, have been a source of enrichment and generosity to our shared life,” he said.

Reportedly, one of the attackers hit him above the eye with his own metal water bottle, causing a deep cut and left him bleeding. Later, as he reached the hospital, he received eight stitches.

Amid a rise in racial attacks in Ireland, another Indian man was attacked by a group of teenagers in Fairview Park, Dublin, over the weekend. The man said that one attacker on an electric scooter came near him and attacked him on August 10, The Journal reported. He said that the assault happened at nearly 5:30 pm (local time), adding that the attacker came on an electric scooter and kicked him in the stomach. As the Indian man tried to escape, two other men joined the attacker and hit him repeatedly until he fell to the ground. Then, they continued kicking and punching him. Reportedly, one of the attackers hit him above the eye with his own metal water bottle, causing a deep cut and left him bleeding. Later, as he reached the hospital, he received eight stitches. Following the attack, the Indian man said that many of his Indian friends in Dublin are now "scared to go outside". Recent racist attacks in Ireland This marks the fourth racist attack in Ireland within a month. Earlier this month, a six-year-old Indian origin girl was brutally attacked while she was playing outside her house in Waterford City. A group of children aged 12 to 14 came and attacked her. They also called her "dirty", asking her to "go back to India". A 51-year-old Indian-origin man, while returning from work, was brutally attacked and robbed on August 10. The man, Laxman Das, is an Irish citizen and has been living there for 22 years now. On July 19, an Indian man, working for Amazon, was attacked and even partially stripped by a gang of people in Tallaght. Moreover, this attack comes after President Michael D Higgins condemned the series of attacks on the people of the Indian community. Calling them “despicable” and contrary to the country’s values, Higgins expressed a “deep sense of gratitude” for the “immense contribution” of the Indian community to Irish life. He highlighted their role in medicine, nursing, culture, business, and enterprise. “Their presence, their work, their culture, have been a source of enrichment and generosity to our shared life,” he said.

Reportedly, one of the attackers hit him above the eye with his own metal water bottle, causing a deep cut and left him bleeding. Later, as he reached the hospital, he received eight stitches.

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The U.S. says its ties with India and Pakistan remain unchanged. U.S. official Tammy Bruce highlights cooperation with Pakistan on counter-terror operations, while maintaining strong strategic relations with India.


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