Why is the Indian flag hoisted on Independence Day but unfurled on Republic Day?
The unfurling and hoisting of National Flag carry different symbolic meanings on India's national days. On Independence Day (August 15), the PM hoists it from base to top, signifying freedom from colonial rule. On Republic Day (January 26), the President unfurls the flag, which is tied at the top. It symbolises the nation's reaffirmation of its commitment to the Constitution.
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The unfurling and hoisting of National Flag carry different symbolic meanings on India's national days. On Independence Day (August 15), the PM hoists it from base to top, signifying freedom from colonial rule. On Republic Day (January 26), the President unfurls the flag, which is tied at the top. It symbolises the nation's reaffirmation of its commitment to the Constitution.
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We condemn those using 'love for dogs' to pursue warmth of self-congratulation: SC
The Supreme Court, in its August 11 order asking authorities to relocate stray dogs to shelters in Delhi-NCR, said, "We condemn those who, beneath the cloak of ‘love and care’ for the voiceless, pursue the warmth of self-congratulation." It further advised those who sought to oppose relocation of the stray dogs to adopt and give dogs shelter in their homes.
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The Supreme Court, in its August 11 order asking authorities to relocate stray dogs to shelters in Delhi-NCR, said, "We condemn those who, beneath the cloak of ‘love and care’ for the voiceless, pursue the warmth of self-congratulation." It further advised those who sought to oppose relocation of the stray dogs to adopt and give dogs shelter in their homes.
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India & China in talks to resume border trade after five years amid Trump's tariffs: Report
India and China are in talks to resume border trade of locally-made goods after more than five years amid tense Indo-US relations over US President Donald Trump's 50% tariffs, Bloomberg reported. Both countries proposed restarting trade through designated points on the shared border. India and China had earlier traded goods via three designated points along the Himalayan border for decades.
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India and China are in talks to resume border trade of locally-made goods after more than five years amid tense Indo-US relations over US President Donald Trump's 50% tariffs, Bloomberg reported. Both countries proposed restarting trade through designated points on the shared border. India and China had earlier traded goods via three designated points along the Himalayan border for decades.
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SC reserves order on plea to stay stray dog relocation, blames local bodies for menace
A three-judge Supreme Court bench reserved its order on a plea to stay the August 11 directions of a two-judge bench to move stray dogs in Delhi-NCR to shelter homes. The bench said the issue stems from local authorities' inaction in enforcing rules. On Wednesday, CJI BR Gavai said he would review the ongoing issue concerning stray dogs.
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A three-judge Supreme Court bench reserved its order on a plea to stay the August 11 directions of a two-judge bench to move stray dogs in Delhi-NCR to shelter homes. The bench said the issue stems from local authorities' inaction in enforcing rules. On Wednesday, CJI BR Gavai said he would review the ongoing issue concerning stray dogs.
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Olympic bronze medallist Dr Vece Paes, Leander Paes' father, passes away
Dr Vece Paes, who was a part of the Indian men's hockey team which won bronze medal at 1972 Munich Olympics, passed away aged 80 on Thursday morning. Dr Vece Paes was also the father of Olympics bronze medal-winning tennis player Leander Paes. He was suffering from advanced stage of Parkinson’s disease.
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Dr Vece Paes, who was a part of the Indian men's hockey team which won bronze medal at 1972 Munich Olympics, passed away aged 80 on Thursday morning. Dr Vece Paes was also the father of Olympics bronze medal-winning tennis player Leander Paes. He was suffering from advanced stage of Parkinson’s disease.
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You can't ignore incidents like Pahalgam terror attack: SC on plea to restore J&K statehood
While hearing a plea seeking restoration of statehood for Jammu and Kashmir on Thursday, the Supreme Court said that incidents like Pahalgam terror attack cannot be ignored. "It is for Parliament and the Executive to take a decision," the apex court said. The Supreme Court further gave the Centre eight weeks to respond to the plea.
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While hearing a plea seeking restoration of statehood for Jammu and Kashmir on Thursday, the Supreme Court said that incidents like Pahalgam terror attack cannot be ignored. "It is for Parliament and the Executive to take a decision," the apex court said. The Supreme Court further gave the Centre eight weeks to respond to the plea.
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Why was August 15 chosen as the date for India's Independence Day?
The last Viceroy of India, Lord Mountbatten, chose August 15 for India's independence to mark the second anniversary of Japan's surrender in World War II. As Supreme Allied Commander of the South-East Asia Command, he had personally accepted Japan's surrender to the Allied Forces on August 15, 1945, after atomic bombs destroyed cities of Hiroshima and Nagasaki, ending the war.
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The last Viceroy of India, Lord Mountbatten, chose August 15 for India's independence to mark the second anniversary of Japan's surrender in World War II. As Supreme Allied Commander of the South-East Asia Command, he had personally accepted Japan's surrender to the Allied Forces on August 15, 1945, after atomic bombs destroyed cities of Hiroshima and Nagasaki, ending the war.
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Massive cloudburst in J&K, several deaths feared
A massive cloudburst has led to flash flood in J&K's Chositi. Union MoS Jitendra Singh said it could result in substantial casualties. "Condolences to bereaved families & prayers for quick recovery of injured. Directed Civil, Police, Army, NDRF & SDRF officials to strengthen...rescue & relief operations and ensure all possible assistance is provided," wrote office of LG J&K.
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02:23 pm Thursday, 14 August, 2025
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A massive cloudburst has led to flash flood in J&K's Chositi. Union MoS Jitendra Singh said it could result in substantial casualties. "Condolences to bereaved families & prayers for quick recovery of injured. Directed Civil, Police, Army, NDRF & SDRF officials to strengthen...rescue & relief operations and ensure all possible assistance is provided," wrote office of LG J&K.
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SC issues notice to Centre, states on PIL alleging Bengali-speaking migrant labourers' detention
The Supreme Court on Thursday issued notices to the Centre and states on a PIL alleging Bengali-speaking migrant labourers are detained on mere suspicion of being illegal Bangladeshi immigrants. A bench led by the Chief Justice of India (CJI) BR Gavai declined to pass interim order, saying it would first hear responses from the Union government and concerned state administrations.
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The Supreme Court on Thursday issued notices to the Centre and states on a PIL alleging Bengali-speaking migrant labourers are detained on mere suspicion of being illegal Bangladeshi immigrants. A bench led by the Chief Justice of India (CJI) BR Gavai declined to pass interim order, saying it would first hear responses from the Union government and concerned state administrations.
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Ukraine launches attack on Russia ahead of Trump-Putin meeting
Ukraine launched an attack on Russia ahead of the meeting between US President Donald Trump and Russia President Vladimir Putin. Ukrainian drones struck two Russian cities on Thursday in attacks that injured at least 16 people, local authorities said. Meanwhile, the head of Russia's Volgograd region said fallen debris from Ukrainian drones caused fire at an oil refinery.
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Ukraine launched an attack on Russia ahead of the meeting between US President Donald Trump and Russia President Vladimir Putin. Ukrainian drones struck two Russian cities on Thursday in attacks that injured at least 16 people, local authorities said. Meanwhile, the head of Russia's Volgograd region said fallen debris from Ukrainian drones caused fire at an oil refinery.
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71 large US firms filed for bankruptcy in July, most in a month since COVID-19 pandemic
US corporate bankruptcies in July hit their highest monthly level since the COVID-19 pandemic in 2020. Large public and private company filings rose from 66 in June to 71 in the month. This brought total filings in the first seven months of 2025 to 446, the most for this period since 2010, according to official data.
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US corporate bankruptcies in July hit their highest monthly level since the COVID-19 pandemic in 2020. Large public and private company filings rose from 66 in June to 71 in the month. This brought total filings in the first seven months of 2025 to 446, the most for this period since 2010, according to official data.
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Tariffs on India could go up if Trump-Putin talks fail: US
US Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent has said, "We've put secondary tariffs on Indians for buying Russian oil. And I could see, if things don't go well, then sanctions or secondary tariffs could go up." Earlier this month, Trump announced that he is increasing the tariff on India from 25% to 50% for buying oil from Russia.
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US Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent has said, "We've put secondary tariffs on Indians for buying Russian oil. And I could see, if things don't go well, then sanctions or secondary tariffs could go up." Earlier this month, Trump announced that he is increasing the tariff on India from 25% to 50% for buying oil from Russia.
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Poll body agrees to upload names of 65 lakh deleted Bihar voters after SC order
Supreme Court has directed Election Commission of India to upload online names of 65 lakh voters who are proposed to be deleted during the ongoing electoral roll revision in Bihar. The top poll agency has agreed to upload the names online booth-wise and in searchable format. The top court also told EC to accept Aadhaar card as a document.
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Supreme Court has directed Election Commission of India to upload online names of 65 lakh voters who are proposed to be deleted during the ongoing electoral roll revision in Bihar. The top poll agency has agreed to upload the names online booth-wise and in searchable format. The top court also told EC to accept Aadhaar card as a document.
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16 BSF personnel to get gallantry medals for Operation Sindoor
Sixteen jawans of the Border Security Force (BSF) have been shortlisted for gallantry medals for displaying "conspicuous bravery" and "unmatched valour" during Operation Sindoor. The personnel shot down Pakistani drones and rescued injured comrades, and continued to perform duties even while being injured in Pakistani shelling. The medals were announced ahead of the 79th Independence Day.
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Sixteen jawans of the Border Security Force (BSF) have been shortlisted for gallantry medals for displaying "conspicuous bravery" and "unmatched valour" during Operation Sindoor. The personnel shot down Pakistani drones and rescued injured comrades, and continued to perform duties even while being injured in Pakistani shelling. The medals were announced ahead of the 79th Independence Day.
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India warns Pak after Munir's threat, says 'Misadventure will have painful consequences'
India warned Pakistan after its Army chief Asim Munir made a nuclear threat at a US event. "It's a well known modus operandi of Pakistani leadership to whip up anti-India rhetoric time and again to hide its failures," India said. "Pakistan would be well-advised to temper its rhetoric...any misadventure will have painful consequences as was demonstrated recently," India added.
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India warned Pakistan after its Army chief Asim Munir made a nuclear threat at a US event. "It's a well known modus operandi of Pakistani leadership to whip up anti-India rhetoric time and again to hide its failures," India said. "Pakistan would be well-advised to temper its rhetoric...any misadventure will have painful consequences as was demonstrated recently," India added.
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India's credit rating upgraded to 'BBB' after Trump calls India 'dead economy', govt replies
India's long-term sovereign credit rating has been upgraded from 'BBB-' to 'BBB' by US-based S&P Global, days after US President Donald Trump said India has a "dead economy". The agency cited economic resilience and sustained fiscal consolidation for the upgrade, saying effects of Trump's tariffs on India will be "manageable". "India will continue its buoyant growth momentum," India replied.
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India's long-term sovereign credit rating has been upgraded from 'BBB-' to 'BBB' by US-based S&P Global, days after US President Donald Trump said India has a "dead economy". The agency cited economic resilience and sustained fiscal consolidation for the upgrade, saying effects of Trump's tariffs on India will be "manageable". "India will continue its buoyant growth momentum," India replied.
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Scientists create toothpaste from human hair
Researchers at King's College London created a keratin‑based toothpaste, derived from human hair or wool, that forms an enamel‑like, mineral-rich coating when exposed to saliva. It not only halts early-stage tooth decay but also seals nerve channels to relieve sensitivity, researchers said. It could be available in toothpaste or gel form within two to three years, they added.
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Researchers at King's College London created a keratin‑based toothpaste, derived from human hair or wool, that forms an enamel‑like, mineral-rich coating when exposed to saliva. It not only halts early-stage tooth decay but also seals nerve channels to relieve sensitivity, researchers said. It could be available in toothpaste or gel form within two to three years, they added.
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20 killed after massive cloudburst in J&K
At least 20 people have been killed and dozens injured after a massive cloudburst caused a flash flood in Jammu and Kashmir's Chashoti village on Thursday, authorities said. The death toll is feared to rise, officials told PTI. The Machail Mata Yatra has been suspended after the flash floods, as Chashoti is the starting point of the annual yatra.
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05:19 pm Thursday, 14 August, 2025
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At least 20 people have been killed and dozens injured after a massive cloudburst caused a flash flood in Jammu and Kashmir's Chashoti village on Thursday, authorities said. The death toll is feared to rise, officials told PTI. The Machail Mata Yatra has been suspended after the flash floods, as Chashoti is the starting point of the annual yatra.
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India rejects US report on human rights abuses, says it's 'biased'
India has rejected a US State Department report which highlighted "serious" human rights issues in the country. Calling the report 'misrepresented' and 'biased', Ministry of External Affairs said, "[It demonstrates] poor understanding of India's democratic framework...and robust institutional mechanisms for protecting human rights." Notably, India has consistently rejected such reports by US.
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05:49 pm Thursday, 14 August, 2025
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India has rejected a US State Department report which highlighted "serious" human rights issues in the country. Calling the report 'misrepresented' and 'biased', Ministry of External Affairs said, "[It demonstrates] poor understanding of India's democratic framework...and robust institutional mechanisms for protecting human rights." Notably, India has consistently rejected such reports by US.
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9 IAF officers, including fighter pilots who struck Pak in Op Sindoor, awarded Vir Chakra
Nine IAF officers, including fighter pilots who struck terrorist group headquarters in Muridke and Bahawalpur and Pakistani military assets in Operation Sindoor, have been awarded the Vir Chakra. Vir Chakra is India's third-highest wartime gallantry medal. The awardees include Group Captains Ranjeet Singh Sidhu, Manish Arora, Animesh Patni and Kunal Kalra.
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Nine IAF officers, including fighter pilots who struck terrorist group headquarters in Muridke and Bahawalpur and Pakistani military assets in Operation Sindoor, have been awarded the Vir Chakra. Vir Chakra is India's third-highest wartime gallantry medal. The awardees include Group Captains Ranjeet Singh Sidhu, Manish Arora, Animesh Patni and Kunal Kalra.
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