PM Modi hoists National Flag at Red Fort on Independence Day for 12th straight time
PM Narendra Modi today hoisted National Flag for the 12th straight time at the Red Fort on the occasion of Independence Day. Only former Prime Ministers Jawaharlal Nehru (17) and Indira Gandhi (16) have hoisted the National Flag at Red Fort on Independence Day more times than PM Modi. India is celebrating its 79th Independence Day today.
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PM Narendra Modi today hoisted National Flag for the 12th straight time at the Red Fort on the occasion of Independence Day. Only former Prime Ministers Jawaharlal Nehru (17) and Indira Gandhi (16) have hoisted the National Flag at Red Fort on Independence Day more times than PM Modi. India is celebrating its 79th Independence Day today.
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Sir Don Bradman averaged 101.39 before last Test, ended with 99.94 after getting out for 0
Legendary Australian batter Sir Donald Bradman had scored 6,996 Test runs at an average of 101.39 as he came out to bat for the last time on August 14, 1948. Bradman was bowled for a duck by a googly from England's Eric Hollies in his last innings and finished four short of 7,000 runs, with a record average of 99.94.
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Legendary Australian batter Sir Donald Bradman had scored 6,996 Test runs at an average of 101.39 as he came out to bat for the last time on August 14, 1948. Bradman was bowled for a duck by a googly from England's Eric Hollies in his last innings and finished four short of 7,000 runs, with a record average of 99.94.
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India won't tolerate nuclear threats from enemy anymore: PM Modi during I-Day speech
During his Independence Day speech from Red Fort on Friday, PM Narendra Modi said that India has decided that it will not tolerate nuclear threats from its enemy (Pakistan) anymore. "We won't fall for any blackmail," he said. "If our enemies persist in such attempts...our armed forces will respond, on their own terms...at a time of their choosing," he added.
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During his Independence Day speech from Red Fort on Friday, PM Narendra Modi said that India has decided that it will not tolerate nuclear threats from its enemy (Pakistan) anymore. "We won't fall for any blackmail," he said. "If our enemies persist in such attempts...our armed forces will respond, on their own terms...at a time of their choosing," he added.
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Pakistan still unable to sleep: PM Modi on Operation Sindoor
Addressing the nation from the Red Fort on the occasion of Independence Day, PM Narendra Modi, while referring to Operation Sindoor, said, "Pakistan ki neend abhi bhi udi hui hai (Pakistan is still unable to sleep)." "We are not going to differentiate between terrorists and their enablers, promoters, financiers, and backers," he further said.
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Addressing the nation from the Red Fort on the occasion of Independence Day, PM Narendra Modi, while referring to Operation Sindoor, said, "Pakistan ki neend abhi bhi udi hui hai (Pakistan is still unable to sleep)." "We are not going to differentiate between terrorists and their enablers, promoters, financiers, and backers," he further said.
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India's fighter jets must have Made-in-India engines: PM Modi
PM Narendra Modi, while addressing the nation from Red Fort on the occasion of 79th Independence Day, said that India's fighter jets must have Made-in-India engines. "Today, India is building a modern ecosystem across every sector," he further said. During his speech, he also called upon youth to develop India's own social media and digital platforms.
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PM Narendra Modi, while addressing the nation from Red Fort on the occasion of 79th Independence Day, said that India's fighter jets must have Made-in-India engines. "Today, India is building a modern ecosystem across every sector," he further said. During his speech, he also called upon youth to develop India's own social media and digital platforms.
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India achieved 50% clean energy goal 5 years ahead of target: PM Modi
While addressing the nation on the occasion of Independence Day, PM Narendra Modi said, "India had decided to achieve 50% clean energy by 2030." He added, "But look at the strength of my fellow citizens, look at the power of their resolve...we achieved the 50% clean energy target in 2025 itself, five years ahead of schedule."
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While addressing the nation on the occasion of Independence Day, PM Narendra Modi said, "India had decided to achieve 50% clean energy by 2030." He added, "But look at the strength of my fellow citizens, look at the power of their resolve...we achieved the 50% clean energy target in 2025 itself, five years ahead of schedule."
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Gave freedom to forces to choose targets & time: PM in I-Day speech on Operation Sindoor
Prime Minister Narendra Modi mentioned the Operation Sindoor in his speech from Red Fort on Independence Day. "We gave full freedom to the forces to choose the targets and timing...Our forces did something that never happened for decades," he said. India launched Operation Sindoor in May after 26 civilians were killed by Pakistan-based terrorists in Pahalgam in April.
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Prime Minister Narendra Modi mentioned the Operation Sindoor in his speech from Red Fort on Independence Day. "We gave full freedom to the forces to choose the targets and timing...Our forces did something that never happened for decades," he said. India launched Operation Sindoor in May after 26 civilians were killed by Pakistan-based terrorists in Pahalgam in April.
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'Big reduction in GST on regular items,' PM Modi as he announces 'double Diwali gift'
PM Narendra Modi on Independence Day announced the next generation GST reforms as 'double Diwali gift' for the people of India. "We reviewed the GST...GST on regular items and daily essentials will be reduced by a big margin. This will benefit many, including MSMEs. Everyday items will become cheaper," PM Modi said on Friday.
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PM Narendra Modi on Independence Day announced the next generation GST reforms as 'double Diwali gift' for the people of India. "We reviewed the GST...GST on regular items and daily essentials will be reduced by a big margin. This will benefit many, including MSMEs. Everyday items will become cheaper," PM Modi said on Friday.
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'Made in India semiconductor chips to hit market by year end,' announces PM Modi
In his Independence Day speech on Friday, PM Narendra Modi announced India was working on semiconductors in a Mission Mode. "By the end of this year, Made in India semiconductor chips, made by the people in India, will hit the market," he said. He added that the 21st century is technology-driven, and countries that excel in tech have achieved success.
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In his Independence Day speech on Friday, PM Narendra Modi announced India was working on semiconductors in a Mission Mode. "By the end of this year, Made in India semiconductor chips, made by the people in India, will hit the market," he said. He added that the 21st century is technology-driven, and countries that excel in tech have achieved success.
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βΉ15,000 for youth entering job market: PM Modi as he announces 'PM Viksit Bharat Rozgar Yojana'
PM Narendra Modi announced the 'PM Viksit Bharat Rozgar Yojana' on Independence Day, which will help nearly 3.5 crore young Indians. The scheme, which launched today, has a budget of βΉ1 lakh crore, he said. "Under the scheme, those getting their first jobs in the private sector will get βΉ15,000 from the government," he said from the Red Fort.
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PM Narendra Modi announced the 'PM Viksit Bharat Rozgar Yojana' on Independence Day, which will help nearly 3.5 crore young Indians. The scheme, which launched today, has a budget of βΉ1 lakh crore, he said. "Under the scheme, those getting their first jobs in the private sector will get βΉ15,000 from the government," he said from the Red Fort.
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PM Modi announces high-powered demographic mission, says 'Illegals targeting jobs, women'
On Independence Day, PM Narendra Modi announced a high-powered demographic mission against illegal infiltrators, alleging a conspiracy to change the country's demography and illegal land grabbing by infiltrators. "Infiltration is changing our demography, stealing our jobs, livelihoods, seizing tribal lands, and endangering Indian women. We cannot hand over our nation to infiltrators," he said.
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On Independence Day, PM Narendra Modi announced a high-powered demographic mission against illegal infiltrators, alleging a conspiracy to change the country's demography and illegal land grabbing by infiltrators. "Infiltration is changing our demography, stealing our jobs, livelihoods, seizing tribal lands, and endangering Indian women. We cannot hand over our nation to infiltrators," he said.
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PM Modi announces Sudarshan Chakra mission to create powerful weapon system
PM Narendra Modi on Friday announced the Sudarshan Chakra mission to create powerful weapon system to thwart any attempt by enemies to attack India. He said the system will not only neutralise an enemy's attack but also strike back at enemy with many times greater force. "Its research, development...and manufacturing will be carried out within India," he added.
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PM Narendra Modi on Friday announced the Sudarshan Chakra mission to create powerful weapon system to thwart any attempt by enemies to attack India. He said the system will not only neutralise an enemy's attack but also strike back at enemy with many times greater force. "Its research, development...and manufacturing will be carried out within India," he added.
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How has Indian flag changed over time?
The first national flag was hoisted in 1906 in Calcutta during Swadeshi and Boycott movement. It had green, yellow and red stripes, and eight lotus symbols. A similar flag was hoisted in 1907. Tricolour with saffron, white and green stripes, and Mahatma Gandhi's spinning wheel symbol was adopted in 1931. The present-day flag was adopted on July 22, 1947.
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The first national flag was hoisted in 1906 in Calcutta during Swadeshi and Boycott movement. It had green, yellow and red stripes, and eight lotus symbols. A similar flag was hoisted in 1907. Tricolour with saffron, white and green stripes, and Mahatma Gandhi's spinning wheel symbol was adopted in 1931. The present-day flag was adopted on July 22, 1947.
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Govt reveals plan for GST reduction after PM Modi's announcement
After PM Narendra Modi's 'Diwali gift' announcement on Independence Day, Finance Ministry proposed reforms in GST, focussing on three pillars- structural reforms, rate rationalisation and ease of living. Rate rationalisation involves reduction of taxes on common-man items and moving towards a simple tax with 2 slabs - standard and merit. Special rates will be applicable only for select few items.
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After PM Narendra Modi's 'Diwali gift' announcement on Independence Day, Finance Ministry proposed reforms in GST, focussing on three pillars- structural reforms, rate rationalisation and ease of living. Rate rationalisation involves reduction of taxes on common-man items and moving towards a simple tax with 2 slabs - standard and merit. Special rates will be applicable only for select few items.
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World's first humanoid robot games begin in China, 16 nations participate
The world's first humanoid robot games have begun in China's Beijing. As many as 280 teams from 16 countries are participating in first edition of the World Humanoid Robot Games. Robots are competing in sports such as track and field, basketball and table tennis, among others. Organisers said that the games will provide valuable data collection opportunities for developing robots.
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The world's first humanoid robot games have begun in China's Beijing. As many as 280 teams from 16 countries are participating in first edition of the World Humanoid Robot Games. Robots are competing in sports such as track and field, basketball and table tennis, among others. Organisers said that the games will provide valuable data collection opportunities for developing robots.
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What counts as a single trip under FASTag Annual Pass?
The βΉ3,000 FASTag Annual Pass that launched today covers 200 trips a year. For point-based fee plazas, each crossing counts as one trip, while a round trip counts as two. For closed tolling fee plazas, one pair of entry and exit is considered a single trip. The Annual Pass is valid only at National Highway and National Expressway fee plazas.
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The βΉ3,000 FASTag Annual Pass that launched today covers 200 trips a year. For point-based fee plazas, each crossing counts as one trip, while a round trip counts as two. For closed tolling fee plazas, one pair of entry and exit is considered a single trip. The Annual Pass is valid only at National Highway and National Expressway fee plazas.
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Search.com offers βΉ3.07 lakh crore to buy Google's Chrome, outbids Perplexity's offer
Search.com has offered $35 billion (βΉ3.07 lakh crore) to acquire Googleβs Chrome, surpassing Perplexityβs $34.5 billion (βΉ3.02 lakh crore) bid. Search.com's offer is backed by financial services firm JPMorgan. Search.com said that if it acquires Chrome, it will offer cash back to users, share revenue with publishers, and eliminate the ad-cluttered web experience.
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Search.com has offered $35 billion (βΉ3.07 lakh crore) to acquire Googleβs Chrome, surpassing Perplexityβs $34.5 billion (βΉ3.02 lakh crore) bid. Search.com's offer is backed by financial services firm JPMorgan. Search.com said that if it acquires Chrome, it will offer cash back to users, share revenue with publishers, and eliminate the ad-cluttered web experience.
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Structure inside Humayun's Tomb complex collapses in Delhi, many feared trapped
A structure inside Delhi's Humayun's Tomb complex has collapsed, with around 10 people feared trapped under the debris, multiple reports said. Five fire tenders have been rushed, as per reports quoting officials. A call regarding the structure collapsing was received around 4.30 pm, a Delhi Fire Services official said.
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A structure inside Delhi's Humayun's Tomb complex has collapsed, with around 10 people feared trapped under the debris, multiple reports said. Five fire tenders have been rushed, as per reports quoting officials. A call regarding the structure collapsing was received around 4.30 pm, a Delhi Fire Services official said.
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5 killed after roof of structure near Humayun's Tomb collapses in Delhi
Five people, including three women and two men, were killed on Friday after a structure near Delhi's Humayun's Tomb complex collapsed, ANI said quoting Delhi Police. According to the police, 11 people were rescued and sent to a nearby hospital for treatment. A search operation was launched immediately after the collapse.
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Five people, including three women and two men, were killed on Friday after a structure near Delhi's Humayun's Tomb complex collapsed, ANI said quoting Delhi Police. According to the police, 11 people were rescued and sent to a nearby hospital for treatment. A search operation was launched immediately after the collapse.
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India's 1st-ever aquanauts go up to 5,002 metres deep in record dive in Atlantic Ocean
India's first-ever aquanauts, Senior Scientist Raju Ramesh and Commander (Retd) Jatinder Pal Singh, successfully carried out deep ocean expeditions to depths of 4,025 metres and 5,002 metres in the Atlantic Ocean, Union Minister Dr Jitendra Singh announced. This is the deepest any Indian has ever gone underwater. The maiden dives were carried out over a total of about seven hours.
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India's first-ever aquanauts, Senior Scientist Raju Ramesh and Commander (Retd) Jatinder Pal Singh, successfully carried out deep ocean expeditions to depths of 4,025 metres and 5,002 metres in the Atlantic Ocean, Union Minister Dr Jitendra Singh announced. This is the deepest any Indian has ever gone underwater. The maiden dives were carried out over a total of about seven hours.
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