Independence Day

Sniffing Out IEDs To Tracking Terrorists: PM Modi On Role Of Army Dogs

India News | Reported by Vishnu Som, Himanshu Shekhar Mishra, Edited by Arun Nair | Sunday August 30, 2020

Prime Minister Narendra Modi, addressing the nation in his monthly radio programme Mann Ki Baat, hailed the role of dogs in the security operations in the nation. These dogs have not only played a very important role in thwarting numerous bomb blasts and terrorist conspiracies but also in Disaster Management and Rescue Missions, he said.

Hyderabad Youth Bags Gold Medal At Mind Sports Olympiad In London

Education | Press Trust of India | Wednesday August 26, 2020

As the country celebrated its 74th Independence Day, Jonnalagadda, pursuing Mathematics (Hons.) at St. Stephens College in New Delhi, beat 29 competitors, up to 57 years of age, from 13 countries, to emerge the winner in the Mental Calculation World Championship20 at London on August 15.

Mizoram Group Demands Apology From Assam Rifles Over Alleged Molestation

India News | Press Trust of India | Monday August 24, 2020

A powerful organisation in Mizoram has demanded an apology from Assam Rifles for allegedly molesting two women at a border village on Independence Day and violating COVID-19 safety protocols.

After NDTV Report, Help Arrives For Delhi Students Missing Online Classes

Delhi News | Written by Sukirti Dwivedi | Monday August 24, 2020

Just before Independence Day, as part of its special series "Lost Generation" which focused on how children have been dropping out of online classes as many families can't afford smartphones, NDTV reported how 15 per cent of Delhi government school students have been untraceable as they haven't attended any online classes since April.

Governor's Speech "Not Well-Received By People": Nagaland Ruling Alliance

India News | Written by Ratnadip Choudhury | Friday August 21, 2020

The Neiphiu Rio-led Ruling People's Democratic Alliance in Nagaland has said Governor RN Ravi's Independence Day speech has "not been well-received by the people" of the state. Apart from Mr Rio's party, the Nationalist Democratic Progressive Party or NDPP, the BJP is the other partner in the alliance government.

For Covid Patients, Testing Negative No Clean Bill Of Health, Say Doctors

India News | Written by Sukirti Dwivedi and Puja Bharadwaj | Wednesday August 19, 2020

Home Minister Amit Shah who tested negative for coronavirus last week was admitted to AIIMS last night. After being discharged from Medanta Hospital in Gurugram, Mr Shah was seen taking part in the Independence Day celebrations and hoisting the national flag at his official residence. But the hospital, in its statement, said he has been "complainin...

PM Should Have Spoken About Jobs In Independence Day Speech: Shiv Sena

India News | ANI | Monday August 17, 2020

Prime Minister Narendra Modi should have spoken about employment generation and measures to revive the economy in his address to the nation on the Independence Day said Shiv Sena on Monday.

COVID-19: Will Not Open Schools In Delhi Unless Fully Convinced, Says Kejriwal

Education | Press Trust of India | Monday August 17, 2020

Delivering his Independence Day speech at the Delhi Secretariat, Kejriwal said the COVID-19 situation in the city is "quite under control" as compared to what it was two months back and thanked all the stakeholders, including the central government, 'corona warriors' and different organisations.

Tamil Nadu Cop Leads Independence Day Parade Day After Her Father's Death

Tamil Nadu News | ANI | Monday August 17, 2020

A day after her father's death, a woman Inspector put her duty first led the Independence Day parade in Tamil Nadu.

Raj Bhavan Being Spied Upon, Says Bengal Governor, Draws Trinamool MP's Barb

India News | Written by Monideepa Banerjie | Sunday August 16, 2020

The Independence Day tiff between Bengal Governor Jagdeep Dhankhar and Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee escalated on Sunday, with Mr Dhankhar accusing the state of placing Raj Bhavan - his official residence - under surveillance

Ajay Devgn's Tanhaji: The Unsung Warrior Records Over 1.2 Crore Impressions On TV

Entertainment | Press Release From T-Series | Sunday August 16, 2020

Tanhaji: The Unsung Warrior, which was showcased on Independence Day, is expected to do even better in its second satellite sitting

"India In All Its Magnificence": Niagara Falls In National Flag Colours

India News | Edited by Arun Nair | Sunday August 16, 2020

The Indian tricolour illuminated the iconic Canadian landmark of Niagara Falls to mark India's 74th Independence Day. "India in all its magnificence at the Niagara Falls," tweeted the officials handle of Consulate General of India, Toronto, as it shared video of the globally-famous scenic spot lit up for the occasion.

New Generation Mahindra Thar: All You Need To Know

Edited By Charanpreet Singh | Sunday August 16, 2020

The 2020 Mahindra Thar will go on sale in India on October 2, 2020. Here's everything you need to know about the all-new Thar off-roader SUV.

"Vacant Seat Speaks Volumes": Bengal Governor Hits Out At Mamata Banerjee

India News | Written by Monideepa Banerjie | Sunday August 16, 2020

West Bengal Governor Jagdeep Dhankhar has apparently taken great offence after Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee on Saturday skipped a traditional tea party at Raj Bhawan to celebrate the 74th Independence Day.

"Reflecting On Past 74 Years": Kamala Harris Tweets On Independence Day

Indians Abroad | Edited by Arun Nair | Sunday August 16, 2020

US Senator Kamala Harris, the Democratic Party's vice presidential nominee, today extended her wishes on India's Independence Day, which was celebrated yesterday, on August 15. Ms Harris, 55,is the first person of Indian descent and the first Black woman on a major ticket in a US presidential election.