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UP: Advocate faces resentment over bail plea of accused maulana who opposed national anthem
A new development emerged on Thursday September 13, in the Maharajganj Madrasa National Anthem case. Advocate Manoj Singh filed a bail plea of the accused maulana following which, the advocated faced a furious opposition from other lawyers. The district advocates were seen in aggression and even vandalised Singh’s chamber. Lawyers[Read More…]
Indian High Commission wears a mesmerising look in Pakistan to mark Independence Day
On Independence Day where the whole India is coloured in three shades, saffron, white and blue, Indian High Commission in Pakistan is also seen shining with tri-colour. The High Commission building was beautifully decorated with the lights of three colour of national flag to mark the 72nd year of Indian[Read More…]
What is PM Narendra Modi’s new Pradhan Mantri Jan Arogya Abhiyaan?
In his Independence Day speech from Red Fort Prime Minister Narendra Modi announced a new scheme dedicated to health called ‘Pradhan Mantri Jan Arogya Abhiyaan’. The scheme is a flagship project of Ayushman Bharat. Ayushman Bharat is a national healthcare policy that was introduced by the government few months back[Read More…]
The speech we will not hear
My dear countrymen, I have given 4 speeches from these very ramparts. Today I come to you as a changed man. I am only going to speak the truth and nothing but the truth. And I am going to keep it brief, trust me. The world has recognized me as[Read More…]
India to hoist tri-colour in space by 2022, says PM Modi in Independence Day speech
Prime Minister Narenda Modi addressed the nation on the eve of 72nd Independence Day from the Red Fort where he announced to unfurl the national flag in space by 2022 in the 75th year of India’s Independence. “India is proud of our scientists, who are excelling in their research and are[Read More…]
Independence Day 2018 Updates: PM Modi Recognises the honest taxpayers’ role in progress of India
India celebrates its 71 years of Independence today. Prime Minister to address the nation from the vallum of Red Fort at around 7:30. It is the fourth year for the Prime Minister Narendra Modi when he will be addressing the nation from the Re Fort on the eve of Independence[Read More…]
Vice President Venkaiah Naidu greets Indians on the eve of Independence Day 2019
The Vice President of India, Shri M. Venkaiah Naidu has greeted the people on the eve of Independence Day. In a message, he said that as India marches ahead as one of the fastest growing economies in the world, every citizen should work towards upholding the country’s civilizational values and[Read More…]
Independence Day 2018: PM Modi to unfurl National Flag at his last year of this tenure at Red Fort
The Prime Minister Shri Narendra Modi will unfurl the National Flag from the ramparts of the Red Fort, tomorrow to celebrate the 72nd Independence Day. After unfurling the Tricolour, Shri Narendra Modi will address the nation. On arrival at Lahori Gate of Red Fort, the Prime Minister will be received by[Read More…]
What does 15th August mean to other countries across the world?
When someone says 15th August, what comes in your mind first? Of course, Independence Day. It is same with anyone who is Indian, whether the person lives in India or is a non residential Indian in any country. 15th August brings the memory of all that we have read, heard[Read More…]
Watch: Guarantee no attack on critics of government: Umar Khalid to Modi
A day after he survived an attack on his life in the heart of the capital, JNU scholar Umar Khalid on Tuesday urged Prime Minister Narendra Modi to assure in his Independence Day speech that critics of the government won’t be targeted. “Modiji, you had asked for suggestions for your IDay speech.[Read More…]
Say No to plastic flags, asks Home Ministry ahead of Independence Day
Ahead of the Independence Day, the Ministry of Home Affairs has issued an Advisory to the Chief Secretaries/Administrators of all State Governments/UT Administrations, Secretaries of all Ministries / Departments of Govt. of India to ensure strict compliance of the provisions contained in the ‘Flag Code of India, 2002’ and ‘The[Read More…]
Amazon Freedom Sale: What does day 2 offer you with price cut?
Beginning from Thursday Amazon Freedom Sale enters its second day. From blockbuster deals in mobile phones, laptops to trending deals in all sort of miscellaneous accessories are available at absolute discounts and lower price. The four day Amazon Freedom Sale is introduced to mark the upcoming 72nd Independence Day of[Read More…]
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[Video] Smriti Irani caught sleeping during PM Modi’s speech
Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Tuesday addressed the countrymen on the occasion of 71st Independence Day. He tweeted a video of his address, which included excerpts from his speech. Interestingly, in the video, union minister, Smriti Irani was seen sleeping. There is no question of tolerating corruption in India. pic.twitter.com/qXUYZhBamK[Read More…]
PM Modi and Trump discuss peace across Indo-Pacific region, North Korea
President Donald Trump and Prime Minister Narendra Modi have agreed to improve peace and stability in the Indo-Pacific region by establishing a new two-by-two ministerial dialogue, which would elevate their strategic consultations, the White House said on Tuesday. After a conversation with PM Modi on the eve of India’s Independence[Read More…]
Here’s how Twitter reacted to PM Modi’s Independence Day speech
On India’s 70th Independence Day, Prime Minister Narendra Modi addressed the nation from the ramparts of the historic Red Fort. Lauding the government’s efforts to deal with corruption and black money, industry chamber CII on Tuesday called for strengthening policy reforms, including a new industrial policy, creating jobs and empowering[Read More…]
Shahid Afridi’s wishes for Indian I-day make Twitterati go gaga over him
Former Pakistani cricketer Shahid Afridi wished India on 71st Independence Day. His wishes came in the form of a tweet and he added the hashtag, #HopeNotOut in his tweet. Happy Independence Day India! No way to change neighbours, let's work towards peace, tolerance and love. Let humanity prevail.# HopeNotOut —[Read More…]
This Independence Day, a UP village refuses to celebrate
The people of Choudhipur village in Mailani area, in Lakhimpur Kheri district, refused to celebrate Independence Day as they feel that no development has happened in their village even 70 years after Independence. The village lacks electricity, roads are in terrible shape and most houses don’t have toilets. The village,[Read More…]
PM Modi finally breaks silence on Gorakhpur tragedy, says entire nation is with affected families
In his speech to the nation on Tuesday, Prime Minister Narendra Modi spoke about the recent death of nearly 70 children at the BRD Medical College hospital in Gorakhpur in Uttar Pradesh. He said that the sympathies of the entire nation were with the affected families. Addressing the nation from[Read More…]
Violence in name of ‘aastha’ will not be accepted: PM Modi on Independence Day
Prime Minister Narendra Modi addressed the nation from the ramparts of Red Fort on the occasion of the 71st Independence Day of India on Tuesday. High security was deployed in and around the Red Fort. An additional 500 closed-circuit television and high-resolution cameras were placed in and around Red Fort.[Read More…]
Delhi: Security beefed-up ahead of Independence Day
The national capital, including the Red Fort from where Prime Minister Narendra Modi will address the nation on the 71st Independence Day, has been put under an unprecedented ground-to-air security cover. As many as 70,000 Delhi Police personnel will be guarding the national capital owing to the twin occasions of[Read More…]
President Ramnath Kovind’s Independence Day speech: Praises government policies
A day ahead of Independence Day, President Ramnath Kovind on Monday addressed the nation. In his speech, he stressed the importance of education and technology among masses. Lauding major decisions of the government including demonetization and implementation of GST, Kovind said the world today is looking at India with admiration.[Read More…]
Muslim identity comes before national identity: Maviya Ali
Just ahead of Independence day, Samajwadi Party leader Maviya Ali has said that religious identity comes before national identity. His comments came His remark comes at a time when the Uttar Pradesh government has instructed the madrassas to hoist the national flag, sing the national anthem and pay tributes to[Read More…]
Unnoticed flag-makers of India who are only remembered on 15 Aug and 26 Jan
Tulasigeri village in Bagalkot of Karnataka weaves khadi cloth that is used for making the national flag hoisted at Red Fort and other such government installations. The stitching is done at the Khadi Gramodyog, Samyukta Sangha in Hubballi. Days before the nation begins preparations for the Independence Day celebrations, a[Read More…]
Why Pakistan celebrates Independence Day on 14th August and not 15th?
Although India got divided into two states, India and Pakistan on the same day, the neighboring country marks 14th of August as its independence day, while India celebrates its independence day on 15th of August. This has puzzled many and most of the youth are busy googgling the reason behind it. So,[Read More…]