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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In Godhra, Bilkis Bano convicts felicitated by RSS member soon after their release
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An 18th-century letter to Bombay shows what it was like to be in service of the East India Company
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Bulldozer at New Jersey I-Day parade draws protest from rights groups
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First synthetic embryos grown by scientists raise serious ethical questions
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BJP drops Nitin Gadkari and Shivraj Chouhan from its top decision-making body
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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: Beachgoers spot massive waterspout amid thunderstorm in Florida, USA
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Watch: Singer Arijit Singh pays tribute to Indian armed forces in his new music video ‘Patriot’
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Watch: Kerala doctors dance to ‘Pala Palli Tirupalli’, Health Minister Veena George posts video
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Watch: Players face off underwater in the Dive Chess World Championship in London
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Watch: Madhya Pradesh Agriculture Minister prays to a turbulent Narmada river with a coconut
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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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‘Khamosh Pani’ revisited: ‘A reminder of the path we took and the price we pay now’
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‘Between Two Dawns’ review: A gripping film about workplace ethics
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Deepa Mehta’s ‘Earth’ is a reminder of lines arbitrarily drawn between countries and hearts
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Watch: ‘Pippa’ teaser is out, release date set for December 2
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Does Netflix series ‘The Sandman’ make your every comic-loving dream come true?
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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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Pro Boxing: Vijender Singh returns to the ring with a knockout win against Eliasu Sulley
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Virat Kohli on importance of mental health for athletes – ‘Crucial to keep in touch with inner self’
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Hockey India's CoA has addressed major points raised, says FIH statement after visit
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Indian Premier League: Kolkata Knight Riders appoint Chandrakant Pandit as head coach
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Watch: The brilliance of Thierry Henry during his Premier League stint with Arsenal