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Pakistani human rights activist Asma Jahangir questions 'fanfare' around Independence Day celebrations

In her tweets, Pakistani HR activist said the "fanfare" smacked of callousness in the wake of the Quetta bombings.

Aug 15, 2016

Prime Minister Narendra Modi is received by Union Minister for Defence Manohar Parrikar and Minister of State for Defence Subhash Ramrao Bhamre, on his arrival at Red Fort, on the occasion of 70th Independence Day, in Delhi on August 15, 2016. Defence Sec

Independence Day 2016: What Prime Minister Narendra Modi said in his speech [VIDEO]

Here are the biggest takeaways from what PM Modi said during his speech at Red Fort on Independence Day, Aug. 15.

Aug 15, 2016

[Representational Image] Cuba: Pope Francis meets Fidel Castro during visit to communist country

Fidel Castro thanks well-wishers at gala to mark his 90th birthday

Many Cubans still revere Castro, who built a Communist state on the doorstep of the U.S., for introducing universal, free healthcare and education.

Aug 14, 2016

Pakistan High Commissioner Abdul Basit in Nagpur

Abdul Basit dedicates Pakistan's Independence Day to 'Azad Kashmir' amid Baloch protests

The Pakistan High Commissioner's statement assumes importance in light of PM Modi's recent remarks that PoK is an integral part of Jammu and Kashmir.

Aug 14, 2016

India, China eye new frontiers in bilateral ties despite NSG tussle

Chinese Foreign Minister Wang Yi discussed a host of topics with PM Narendra Modi and External Affairs Minister Sushma Swaraj.

Aug 14, 2016

'Tiranga yatra' will end when tricolour hoisted in PoK, says Jitendra Singh as Baloch activists thank PM Modi

Balochistan activists have urged Narendra Modi to raise the issue in the next session of U.N., and speak out on Pak atrocities.

Aug 13, 2016

Shah Rukh Khan should have returned after being detained at US airport: Shiv Sena

The party, in its mouthpiece "Saamana," said the actor should have returned after yet another "insult" in the U.S.

Aug 13, 2016

Independence Day 2016: Read the full text of the 'Tryst with Destiny' speech by Jawaharlal Nehru

The full text of the "Tryst with Destiny" speech Pandit Jawaharlal Nehru, the first prime minister of India, gave on Aug. 15, 1947.

Aug 13, 2016

Gilgit-Baltistan residents protest against Pakistan army, demand release of activist

About 500 people were held recently following protests against the China Pakistan Economic Corridor during a visit of officials.

Aug 13, 2016

J&K unrest: Fresh protests in Doda, parts of the Valley despite curfew

People in Doda, Jammu, gathered after Friday prayers to protest against the killings in the Valley.

Aug 13, 2016

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Assam becomes first state to ratify GST Bill; CM Sonowal calls it 'historic'

The BJP-led alliance government in Assam under CM Sarbananda Sonowal became the first state to pass the GST Amendment Bill.

Aug 12, 2016

PM Modi says at all-party meeting that PoK is part of Jammu and Kashmir

Prime Minister Narendra Modi was speaking at an all-party meeting convened to discuss the Kashmir issue.

Aug 12, 2016

Union Sports Minister Vijay Goel with Indian cricketer Gautam Gambhir, athlete Anju Bobby George, weightlifter Karnam Malleswari at the inauguration of an exhibition ahead of Rio 2016 Olympics at Central Park in New Delhi on Aug. 5, 2016.

Rio Olympics 2016: Here's why Indian politicians are in the eye of the storm at the global sporting event

While Sports Minister Vijay Goel's selfies with participants is kicking up a row, the mere presence of Abhay Chautala has caused another controversy.

Aug 12, 2016

Irom back in hospital after locals say her decision to end her hunger strike is an 'act of betrayal'

While the police looked for options where to keep the activist, she was escorted to Imphal City police station.

Aug 11, 2016

Independence Day 2016: Where to give PM Modi suggestions for his speech from Red Fort

In a rerun from last year, Prime Minister Narendra Modi has asked people for topics to include in his Independence Day speech.

Aug 11, 2016

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Politics

Pakistani human rights activist Asma Jahangir questions 'fanfare' around Independence Day celebrations

Independence Day 2016: What Prime Minister Narendra Modi said in his speech [VIDEO]

Fidel Castro thanks well-wishers at gala to mark his 90th birthday

Abdul Basit dedicates Pakistan's Independence Day to 'Azad Kashmir' amid Baloch protests

India, China eye new frontiers in bilateral ties despite NSG tussle

'Tiranga yatra' will end when tricolour hoisted in PoK, says Jitendra Singh as Baloch activists thank PM Modi

Shah Rukh Khan should have returned after being detained at US airport: Shiv Sena

Independence Day 2016: Read the full text of the 'Tryst with Destiny' speech by Jawaharlal Nehru

Gilgit-Baltistan residents protest against Pakistan army, demand release of activist

J&K unrest: Fresh protests in Doda, parts of the Valley despite curfew

Assam becomes first state to ratify GST Bill; CM Sonowal calls it 'historic'

PM Modi says at all-party meeting that PoK is part of Jammu and Kashmir

Rio Olympics 2016: Here's why Indian politicians are in the eye of the storm at the global sporting event

Irom back in hospital after locals say her decision to end her hunger strike is an 'act of betrayal'

Independence Day 2016: Where to give PM Modi suggestions for his speech from Red Fort

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