Independence Day
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After Modi calls for end of misogyny, Opposition posts PM’s videos of derogatory remarks about women
In his Independence Day speech, the prime minister asked the citizens to take pledge to rid of everything that insults women.
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Indians must not let ‘authoritarian arrogance’ undermine unity, says Manmohan Singh
Divisive politics may yield temporary benefits, but will impede the country’s progress, says the former prime minister.
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Take pledge to make India a developed nation by 2047, says PM Modi in his Independence Day speech
The prime minister called upon state governments to work in the spirit of ‘cooperative competitive federalism’.
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Trending
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Has Modi’s Vande Bharat push come at the cost of train safety?
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How the East India Company tried to use paintings to lionise Robert Clive – and failed
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Sexual harassment allegations by wrestlers are horrific – so why is Modi still backing Singh?
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Does quitting social media have long-term benefits? Here’s what researchers say
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Is it better to lose weight slowly or quickly? Here’s what researchers say
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Independence Day: Children rejecting foreign toys reflects spirit of self-reliant India, says Modi
The prime minister says that ensuring a Atmanirbhar Bharat is the responsibility of every citizen, every government and every unit of society.
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Independence Day: India facing challenges of corruption and nepotism, says PM Modi
The prime minister said that corruption was like a termite that was hollowing out the country.
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India has helped world discover true potential of democracy, says president on Independence Day eve
Droupadi Murmu addressed the nation for the first time as the president of India.
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Video
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Watch: Comedian Danish Sait hilariously spoofs a debate between vegetarians and non-vegetarians
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Watch: Manchester City players, staff serenade Elton John with a rendition of ‘Your Song’ at airport
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Watch: Captured rogue elephant Arikomban is transported in a lorry as onlookers cheer
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Watch: Scenes from the collapse of the bridge over the Ganga in Bihar
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Watch: Elephant charges at safari jeep in Karnataka forest, driver reverses vehicle in time
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What three systemic afflictions say about India at 75
Instead of Amrit Kaal, the era of nectar, India is witnessing is the bulldozing of the rule of law andpolitical action aimed at solely winning elections.
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Independence Day: All sainik schools will be opened for girls, says PM Modi
Modi also called for welfare of ‘small farmers’ during his speech.
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‘Parliament is temple of our democracy,’ says President Kovind on Independence Day eve speech
The president added that he was deeply pained that many lives could not be saved during the terrible second wave of the coronavirus disease in India.
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The Reel
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Watch: Trailer of ‘The Night Manager’ part two is out
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‘Satyaprem Ki Katha’ trailer: Romantic film stars Kartik Aaryan, Kiara Advani
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Tigmanshu Dhulia on Irrfan: ‘His observation of life was very surgical, very meticulous’
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Start the week with a film: ‘Charlie’s Country’ is a powerful portrait of defiance
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‘Scoop’ review: A flat view of a highly irregular case of police overreach
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Independence Day speech: NEP will shape 21st century India, make us self-reliant, says Modi
The prime minister said the National Research Foundation, proposed in the policy, would catalyse innovation and aid the country’s progress.
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‘Why are our rulers scared of naming China’: Congress takes a swipe at Modi’s I-Day speech
The prime minister said India’s soldiers had given a fitting reply to those who had challenged the country's sovereignty.
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Independence Day speech: Modi says Centre is reviewing minimum age of marriage for women
The prime minister promised equal job opportunities to women.
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The Field
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ISSF World Cup Junior: India’s Dhanush Srikanth wins gold in men’s 10m Air rifle event
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Sakshi Malik, Bajrang Punia rejoin work but clarify that protest against Brij Bhushan will continue
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Indian football: Ashalata Devi, the battle-hardened skipper who is still adding feathers to her cap
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Para badminton: Tokyo Paralympics champion Krishna Nagar’s love for speed and need for calm
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Hockey, Women’s Junior Asia Cup: India secure narrow comeback win over Malaysia