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President Murmu to address nation tomorrow on eve of 79th Independence Day

India observes Independence Day every year on August 15 to commemorate its freedom from over two centuries of British colonial rule in 1947. The occasion is marked by flag-hoisting ceremonies, cultural programmes, and tributes to the nation's freedom fighters.

Aug 13, 2025

With Congress and BJP on same page on 'vote chori', fresh polls should be held: Pawan Khera

Pawan Khera, in a direct interaction with IANS, said that Congress has been reiterating claims of widespread rigging in the voters' list and electoral rolls, on account of fraudulent data, and the BJP also corroborated its charges today.

Aug 13, 2025

K'taka Hindu activist murder: BJP, JD-S delegation meets Guv; demands NIA probe, compensation

Speaking to the media, former Minister B. Sriramulu said that the people of Bidar, Kalaburagi, Raichur, Ballari, and Koppal districts are secular and love everyone. He criticised that ever since this (Congress) guarantee government came to power in the state, the poor and pro-Hindu activists have been living in a situation where there is no guarantee for their lives.

Aug 13, 2025

Delhi's New Helpline to Tackle Stray Dog Concerns

Delhi establishing new helpline to tackle stray dog concerns amid SC order

The MCD has responded by launching a three-phase operation to address the issue comprehensively. "In the first phase, we are targeting stray dogs against whom the highest number of biting complaints have been received, and which are causing maximum public distress.

Aug 13, 2025

Salim Pistol's Arrest: A Major Blow to Crime Networks

Salim Pistol's arrest marks major blow to crime networks; had ties with ISI, Dawood Ibrahim

Intelligence sources reveal that Salim had strong ties to Pakistan's Inter-Services Intelligence (ISI) and operated under the command of the infamous underworld don Dawood Ibrahim.

Aug 13, 2025

SC to hear pleas seeking restoration of J&K statehood on Thursday

One of the miscellaneous applications, filed by Zahoor Ahmed Bhat and activist Khurshaid Ahmad Malik, contended that the continued delay in restoring statehood is "gravely affecting the rights of the citizens of Jammu and Kashmir and also violating the idea of federalism".

Aug 13, 2025

Karnataka launches 'Akka Force' to combat child marriages, rape: Laxmi Hebbalkar

The initiative will be launched on an experimental basis starting August 15 in the districts of Mysuru, Mangaluru, and Belagavi, with plans for a broader rollout. Hebbalkar emphasized the importance of this initiative, stating, "The 'Akka Force' will comprise women police personnel and senior NCC cadets.

Aug 13, 2025

BJP accuses Congress of longstanding electoral manipulation since 1952

The BJP's allegations begin with the 1952 elections, where it claims that Congress and Communist leaders colluded to defeat Dr. B.R. Ambedkar. This is followed by a reference to the 1957 elections in Begusarai, Bihar, where Congress supporters allegedly engaged in India's first instance of booth capturing.

Aug 13, 2025

Mumbai: Violated for 3 months, Bangladeshi minor rescued from flesh trade racket; 12 held

The racket, operating from Naigaon near Vasai, about 50 km from Mumbai, sent shockwaves across the city as shocking details emerged about her sexual exploitation and torture for over three months, reportedly by more than 200 men.

Aug 13, 2025

Army foils Pakistan's BAT attack in Uri; Two soldiers killed in separate LoC incidents in Kashmir

In a series of incidents along Jammu and Kashmir's volatile borders, the Indian Army thwarted a Border Action Team (BAT) attack in the Uri sector of north Kashmir on the night of August 12-13. Havildar Ankit Kumar was martyred while repelling the infiltration attempt.

Aug 13, 2025

US spokesperson defends Trump's outreach to Pakistan, says ties with India 'good'

"Our relationship with both nations is as it has been, which is good", she said on Tuesday when a reporter asked her if US President Donald Trump reaching out to Pakistan's military leader Asim Munir would be "at the expense of the president's relationship with (Prime Minister) Modi".

Aug 13, 2025

US holds counterterrorism dialogue with terror host Pakistan

The statement mentioned three terrorist organisations, the Balochistan Liberation Army (BLA), ISIS-Khorasan, and Tehreek-e-Taliban Pakistan (TTP), but was silent about at least five others and their affiliates that are on the US government's list of terrorist organisations based in Pakistan.

Aug 13, 2025

Iran's First Vice President Mohammad-Reza Aref

Iran says direct talks with US possible under favourable conditions

"Iran is ready to negotiate under equal conditions as negotiation is for safeguarding both parties' interests," Aref told reporters. "If the conditions are suitable, the negotiations can be held even directly," he said.

Aug 13, 2025

Trash piles up in Chennai due to sanitation staff strike; govt hires workers

Workers under the National Urban Livelihood Mission (NULM) have been protesting against the privatisation of solid waste management since the GCC awarded a Rs 276-crore contract to a private firm.

Aug 13, 2025

Karnataka BJP seeks clarity on Dharmasthala murder probe

The BJP's concerns are rooted in the belief that social media reports are unfairly targeting Dharmasthala, which they perceive as an attack on their faith. Kumar highlighted that despite excavating 16 sites based on an unidentified complainant's statements, no significant findings have been reported.

Aug 13, 2025

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President Murmu to address nation tomorrow on eve of 79th Independence Day

With Congress and BJP on same page on 'vote chori', fresh polls should be held: Pawan Khera

K'taka Hindu activist murder: BJP, JD-S delegation meets Guv; demands NIA probe, compensation

Delhi establishing new helpline to tackle stray dog concerns amid SC order

Salim Pistol's arrest marks major blow to crime networks; had ties with ISI, Dawood Ibrahim

SC to hear pleas seeking restoration of J&K statehood on Thursday

Karnataka launches 'Akka Force' to combat child marriages, rape: Laxmi Hebbalkar

BJP accuses Congress of longstanding electoral manipulation since 1952

Mumbai: Violated for 3 months, Bangladeshi minor rescued from flesh trade racket; 12 held

Army foils Pakistan's BAT attack in Uri; Two soldiers killed in separate LoC incidents in Kashmir

US spokesperson defends Trump's outreach to Pakistan, says ties with India 'good'

US holds counterterrorism dialogue with terror host Pakistan

Iran says direct talks with US possible under favourable conditions

Trash piles up in Chennai due to sanitation staff strike; govt hires workers

Karnataka BJP seeks clarity on Dharmasthala murder probe

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