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.


Independence Day 2025: Security tightened in J&K as India gears up for 79th I-day celebrations

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.


Breaking: Pak PM Announces Creation Of Army Rocket Force 

Rajasthan Accident: Van Carrying Khatu Shyam Devotees Rams Truck, 11 Killed 

Rajasthan Accident: Van carrying Khatu Shyam devotees rams truck, 11 killed 

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


IOA Green Lights Bid for 2030 Commonwealth Games | WION Sports News

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


Celebrate India's 79th Independence Day | India's Journey of 78 Years | GRAVITAS

Pakistan Provokes India, Infiltration Bid Foiled in J&K's Uri | WION World News

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. 


Jaishankar-Lavrov Meet: External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar to Visit Russia | WION World News

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.


Supreme Court To Re-examine Stray Dog Order, CJI Constitutes 3-Judge Bench

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.

'Kicked in stomach, hair pulled': Another Indian brutally attacked in Ireland, 4th assault in a month

Mumbai Civic Body Plans Controlled Feeding Of Pigeons

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.


What US Said On India Ties After Pak Army Chief Asim Munir's Nuke Threat

Pakistan’s Border Action Team attempted a terror attack along the border in URI .The Indian Army has retaliated and launched a massive counter-infiltration operation.

Jammu & Kashmir: Infiltration Bid Foiled During Intervening Night Of August 12 & 13

Jaishankar-Lavrov Meet: Talks on Bilateral Issues on the Agenda

The Reserve Bank of India has made it easier for foreign banks to put their extra rupees to work. These rupees sit in something called a special rupee vostro account, a type of account held by an indian bank on behalf of a foreign bank. Now, the RBI says the extra money in these accounts can be freely invested in indian government bonds, removing earlier limits on short term investments. 

RBI Allows Foreign Rupee Balances In Government Bonds

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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

Celebrate India's 79th Independence Day | Join Har Ghar Tiranga Campaign

BREAKING: India Ramps Up Engagement With Russia, S. Jaishankar To Meet Russia's Sergey Lavrov

The air connectivity between the two nations has been suspended since the Covid-19 pandemic. Moreover, according to the report, Indian airlines have been asked to stand ready for flights to China on short notice.

India, China to resume direct flights soon, after 5-year break—Could this signal a warming of ties?

The United States has officially designated the Balochistan Liberation Army (BLA) and its militant wing, the Majeed Brigade, as a terrorist organisation. This comes amid Asim Munir's visit to the US. Why is BLA termed a terrorist organisation?

What is BLA and its Majeed Brigade - designated 'foreign terrorist groups' by US - and what's its connection with Pakistan

The India-Australia defence relationship has grown significantly in the past few years, which included both sides signing an air-to-air refuelling agreement last year that enhances the operational reach of both air forces.

India and Australia sign agreement on intel exchange, mull training in Pacific

It comes after the mother noticed the injuries on her child and took her to the hospital. She first saw the bite marks on her girl's thighs. Initially, they thought it was some allergic reaction, but later they visited a doctor. The doctor told them the marks were caused by bites.

'Slapped, bitten, hit with bat': 15-month-old baby horribly assaulted at Noida daycare centre, caught on CCTV

After years of inactivity, Russia renewed its push to revive the Russia-India-China (RIC) mechanism, with China also supporting the idea. This comes amid all three nations face some kind of push from Trump, be it on tariffs or to reach a peace deal with Ukraine.

Russia-India-China revival soon? How Trump's tariff is bringing back RIC amid trade war

While responding to Trump's "dead economy" jibe, the Indian politician stressed that this "dead economy" is the 4th largest in the world, soon to be third, and remains the fastest growing among major nations.

'What If all Indians boycott US businesses...': Indian politician warns Trump over tariff row - Read his OPEN LETTER here

India's NSA Ajit Doval is currently in Russia and is holding talks, mainly on expanding defence ties between the two countries. 

Putin likely to visit India to hold talks amid Trump's tariff crusade over purchase of Russian oil

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Independence Day 2025: Security tightened in J&K as India gears up for 79th I-day celebrations

Breaking: Pak PM Announces Creation Of Army Rocket Force

Rajasthan Accident: Van carrying Khatu Shyam devotees rams truck, 11 killed

IOA Green Lights Bid for 2030 Commonwealth Games | WION Sports News

Celebrate India's 79th Independence Day | India's Journey of 78 Years | GRAVITAS

Pakistan Provokes India, Infiltration Bid Foiled in J&K's Uri | WION World News

Jaishankar-Lavrov Meet: External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar to Visit Russia | WION World News

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

Supreme Court To Re-examine Stray Dog Order, CJI Constitutes 3-Judge Bench

'Kicked in stomach, hair pulled': Another Indian brutally attacked in Ireland

Mumbai Civic Body Plans Controlled Feeding Of Pigeons

What US Said On India Ties After Pak Army Chief Asim Munir's Nuke Threat

Jammu & Kashmir: Infiltration Bid Foiled During Intervening Night Of August 12 & 13

Jaishankar-Lavrov Meet: Talks on Bilateral Issues on the Agenda

RBI Allows Foreign Rupee Balances In Government Bonds

Celebrate India's 79th Independence Day | Join Har Ghar Tiranga Campaign

BREAKING: India Ramps Up Engagement With Russia, S. Jaishankar To Meet Russia's Sergey Lavrov

India, China to resume direct flights soon, after 5-year break

What is BLA and its Majeed Brigade and what's its connection with Pakistan

India and Australia sign agreement on intel exchange, mull training in Pacific

'Slapped, bitten': 15-month-old baby horribly assaulted at Noida daycare centre

Russia-India-China revival? How Trump's tariff is bringing back RIC

Indian politician warns Trump over tariff row - Read his OPEN LETTER here

Putin likely to visit India amid Trump's tariff crusade