PM Modi announced Mission Sudarshan Chakra, aiming to build an Iron Dome-like indigenous defence system by 2035. Inspired by Lord Krishna’s Sudarshan Chakra, the system will prevent and counter terrorist threats, protecting key sites with advanced surveillance and interception tech.

India's own Israel-like Iron Dome soon: PM Modi announces Mission Sudarshan Chakra to strengthen defence system

Amid India-US tariff tensions, PM Modi reaffirmed his commitment to protecting farmers and fishermen, declaring them a national priority. He vowed to oppose any policy harming their interests, stating he would stand "like a wall" to defend their livelihoods without compromise.

'Modi standing like a wall...': PM's BOLD message to US on Independence Day amid Trump's tariff war

India will celebrate its 79th Independence Day on August 15, commemorating 78 years of freedom from British rule in 1947. On the eve, President Droupadi Murmu addressed the nation, lauded Operation Sindoor, promoted local products, and iconic monuments were illuminated in the tricolour.

India celebrates Independence Day: Stunning Tricolour illuminates iconic monuments

India is gearing up to celebrate its 79th Independence Day, and for cinema lovers, we've curated a list of movies that audiences loved back in 1947. Scroll down to take a look.

Cinema in 1947: From Jugnu to Neel Kamal, films Indians loved in the year of Independence

Alongside the Spanish and British Empires, there were several major colonial powers that rose in Europe and ruled for prolonged periods of time. Let's have a glance at the top longest colonial countries in world history.

Who ruled the longest? Top 10 longest-lasting colonial empires in world history

India is currently going through a tussle with the US over its trade and defence ties with Russia. But this is not the first time India has faced such a situation. New Delhi has been able to navigate such crises due to its non-aligned, independent foreign policy. Here is its story
 

When India gave the Non-Aligned 'side-eye' to both the US and USSR - Foreign Affairs tales

The ban is aimed at preventing their possible misuse by anti-social and terrorist elements, including for para-jumping or launching airborne attacks. The prohibition will remain in force for 15 days, starting from August 2 and ending on August 16.

Delhi Police ban use of aerial platforms ahead of Independence Day

When British India was partitioned in 1947, the Indian Independence Act fixed 15 August 1947 as the date for both India and Pakistan to become independent. Officially, the power transfer for both dominions took effect at midnight between 14 and 15 August.

Why Pakistan celebrates its Independence Day on 14th August

The national flag should be hoisted at sunrise and lowered at sunset in line with traditional protocol. Following the 2022 amendment to the Flag Code of India, it can also be flown at night if it is properly illuminated. 

Independence Day 2025: Rules for hoisting the Indian National Flag on 15 August