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Oil or Gas reserves will change the face of the country: Hardeep Puri

New Delhi Union Petroleum Minister Hardeep Singh Puri on Friday highlighted the significance of India's energy security as Prime Minister Narendra Modi unveiled the National Deep Water Exploration Mission from the ramparts of the Red Fort. The mission aims to explore oil and gas reserves beneath the sea, with an ambitious plan to double the National Reserve by 2032 and triple the current production by 2047. In a post on X, Puri ...

Rescue operation in full swing in Kishtwar flash flood

Srinagar Rescue operations are underway in Kishtwar following a cloudburst on August 14 that triggered flash floods, leading to the loss of over 45 lives. The local community and J&K Police continue to provide urgent relief, shelter, and medical assistance to the injured. The rescue personnel also created a makeshift bridge in the affected area to speed up the rescue operation and establish contact with the cut-off area. ...

Defense Minister Rajnath Singh backs PM's Independence Day Address

New Delhi Defence Minister Rajnath Singh called Prime Minister Narendra Modi's 79th Independence Day address "excellent and inspiring," saying it highlighted national progress, security plans, and a roadmap to achieve a 'Viksit Bharat' by 2047. In a post on X, the Defence Minister wrote, "An excellent and inspiring address by Pradhanmantri PM Narendra Modiji from the ramparts of Red Fort, in which he highligh...

President Droupadi Murmu pays homage to bravehearts at National War memorial

New Delhi President Droupadi Murmu paid tributes to the bravehearts at Delhi's national war memorial on Independence Day, honouring those who made the supreme sacrifice in the armed conflicts of Independent India. The president was accompanied by Chief of Defence Staff (CDS) Anil Chauhan, Chief of Air Staff Amar Preet Singh, Chief of Army Staff General Upendra Dwivedi, and Chief of Naval Staff Admiral Dinesh Tripathi, with all five...

EAM extends greetings to South Korea, Liechtenstein, Republic of Congo

New Delhi External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar extended his warm greetings to the governments and people of South Korea, Liechtenstein, and the Republic of Congo on the occasion of their respective national days. In a series of posts on X, Jaishankar conveyed his regards and extended greetings to these nations. Notably, the national days for these three countries also coincide with the Independence Day of India, with the nation c...

CM Omar Abdullah briefs PM Modi on Kishtwar cloudburst rescue efforts

Srinagar Jammu and Kashmir Chief Minister Omar Abdullah on Friday briefed Prime Minister Narendra Modi on the massive cloudburst that took place on Thursday in Kishtwar, triggering a flash flood in the area and leading to the loss of over 45 lives. PM Modi tweeted on X about the call and wrote, "Spoke to Jammu and Kashmir LG, Shri Manoj Sinha Ji and CM Shri Omar Abdullah Ji regarding the situation in the wake of the cloudburst and...

Southern Naval Command performs grand ceremonial parade

Kochi The Southern Naval Command marked the 79th Independence Day with a grand ceremonial parade, reviewed by Vice Admiral V. Srinivas, PVSM, AVSM, NM, Flag Officer Commanding-in-Chief of the Southern Naval Command. The event showcased the Navy's discipline, dedication, and commitment to safeguarding the nation's maritime frontiers. Earlier, Prime Minister Narendra Modi delivered his 12th consecutive Independence Day address fr...

Google Doodle pays tribute to India's glory in sports, space missions, cinema

New Delhi The search giant Google celebrated the 79th India Independence Day by unveiling a special doodle featuring a diverse array of styles and textures from different regions of India. From India's space missions to achieving glory in sports, Google's latest doodle highlights the nation's achievements in several sectors in recent years. According to Google, the Independence Day doodle has been illustrated by artists...

On this day in 2020: 'Captain Cool' MS Dhoni bid farewell to international cricket

New Delhi India's legendary captain and wicketkeeper MS Dhoni announced his retirement from international cricket on this day five years ago, pulling the curtains down on a career that redefined the standard and status of Indian cricket. At 7:29 pm on August 15, 2020, the announcement left the world of cricket at a standstill after Dhoni and his long-time compatriot and friend Suresh Raina announced that they had their last dance i...

US State Secy Rubio extends greetings on India's 79th Independence Day

Washington DC US Secretary of State Marco Rubio reaffirmed the strength of the India-US relationship and their shared commitment to a free, open, and secure Indo-Pacific region. While extending his warm wishes to the people of India on the occasion of the 79th Independence Day, the US Secretary of State, in a statement, highlighted the growing strategic partnership between the world's oldest and largest democracies. He describe...

Singapore, France greet India on 79th Independence Day, reaffirm strong ties

New Delhi Diplomatic missions in India extended warm greetings to mark India's 79th Independence Day, highlighting the strength of bilateral ties and cultural camaraderie. The Singapore High Commission in India shared a gesture for Indian travellers heading to Singapore for the long weekend. "A little surprise for our Indian friends visiting Singapore for the long weekend. Singapore's beloved destination mascot Merli appea...

Former Deputy NSA Saran on India handling Trump's tariffs

New Delhi With the concerns of US President Donald Trump's tariffs looming over India, former Deputy National Security Advisor Pankaj Saran has called for a measured and realistic approach in dealing with the trade tensions, particularly on how New Delhi should respond to the tariffs imposed by Washington. Speaking to ANI on the complexities of navigating the US-India trade relations under Trump's trade policies, Saran emphasis...

Heist of 1983, IPL and Dhoni's epic triple: India's greatest cricketing feats

New Delhi India's cricketing journey post-independence is truly a movie, full of highs and lows that captivated the public! From iconic World Cup wins to unforgettable Test series victories, the nation has supported its cricketing heroes like no other country does. In the history of India cricket after independence, Team India has made the nation proud, raised the tricolour high on many occasions. Be it team performances or individ...

Ex-Deputy NSA Pankaj Saran says India-US strain part of global disruption

New Delhi India-US relations have entered a turbulent phase under President Donald Trump, with former Deputy National Security Adviser Pankaj Saran warning the strain should be viewed as part of a wider global disruption rather than an isolated setback. In an interview with ANI, Saran offered a measured assessment of the bilateral relationship against the backdrop of shifting geopolitics and Trump's return to the forefront of Ameri...

Ahead of Alaska summit, Trump says Putin, Zelensky 'will make peace'

Washington, DC Ahead of his Friday meeting with Russian President Vladimir Putin in Alaska, US President Donald Trump expressed confidence that Putin is now ready to pursue peace. The summit is scheduled for August 15 at Joint Base Elmendorf-Richardson in Alaska. "I think President Putin will make peace and President Zelensky will make peace," Trump told reporters. Asked if the US is prepared to offer Putin access to ...

Indian High Commission in London marks Partition Horrors Remembrance Day

London The High Commission of India in London observed Partition Horrors Remembrance Day with a commemorative event to honour the lives lost and the strength of those who survived during the partition of India in 1947. During the ceremony, High Commissioner V. Doraiswami emphasised the significance of remembering this chapter in the nation's history, stating, "Partition is a chapter of our nation's history that must never ...

Home Minister Amit Shah wishes 'heartfelt congratulations to countrymen'

New Delhi On the occasion of the 79th Independence Day, Home Minister Amit Shah wished heartfelt congratulations to the countrymen of India on the social media platform X (formerly Twitter) "Heartfelt congratulations to all countrymen on Independence Day. "I pay homage to the freedom fighters who sacrificed everything in the independence movement. I also salute the brave soldiers who work tirelessly for the unity, integri...

Defence Minister urges citizens to work towards 'Viksit Bharat'

New Delhi Defence Minister Rajnath Singh hoisted the National Flag at his residence in Delhi to mark the 79th Independence Day. Earlier, he extended his heartfelt greetings to the nation, paying tribute to the sacrifices of India's heroes and urged the citizens to contribute towards building a 'Viksit Bharat'. In a post on his X account, Defense Minister Rajnath Singh wrote, "Greetings to all fellow Indians on our ...

PM Modi pays tribute to Mahatma Gandhi at Rajghat

New Delhi Prime Minister Narendra Modi visited Rajghat in the national capital and paid tribute to Mahatma Gandhi as the country marked its 79th Independence Day. This year's Independence Day theme is 'Naya Bharat,' reflecting the government's vision of achieving 'Viksit Bharat' by 2047. From Rajghat, PM Modi will reach Red Fort and hoist the tricolour and deliver his customary address to the nation -- his 1...

Kishtwar flood survivors say it was like a big blast

Kishtwar (Jammu and Kashmir) Victims of the Kishtwar cloudburst described a scene of sudden chaos as a flash flood tore through Chesoti village along the Machail Mata Yatra route in Jammu and Kashmir on Thursday. The disaster has claimed at least 45 lives, left over 100 injured, and many are still reported missing, as rescue operations continue. Recalling how debris and water engulfed the area within minutes, trapping several pe...

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