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R. Dhruvanarayan takes exception to omission of Nehru in Karnataka government’s I-Day ad

The dvertisement released by the government for the 75th anniversary of Indian Independence, omits the photo of Jawaharlal Nehru and includes Vinayak Savarkar, titled Revolutionary Savarkar

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Australia wasn't always supportive of India becoming independent. But 75 years on, relations have thawed

On this day 75 years ago, after a long battle for self-government, Great Britain finally withdrew from the subcontinent – allowing independence for India and Pakistan.

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The race of two Asian giants

China and India will shape Asia in the next decade, but likely in wary opposition to one another

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The moral failings of the developmental state

All politicians in India promise development, yet the state apparatus and political factions in control cause inequality

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The spectrum of law-making in independent India

Coalition governments have shown greater allegiance to the constitutional promise than super-majority governments

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A collector of invaluable items from the freedom struggle

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Karnataka government under fire for dropping Nehru, Tipu from list of freedom fighters

Not included because ex-PM was responsible for Partition, says BJP

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Rare memorabilia turns 75 alongside Independence

Medal awarded to late air force officer remains a prized possession of his family

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Happy Independence Day 2022: 10 awesome quotes by famous personalities on Indian Independence Day

Indian Independence Day is celebrated every year on August 15 to mark the end of British rule in India in 1947. On this day, we remember and pay homage to all the freedom fighters who fought and struggled for India's independence for years. This day also marks the anniversary of…

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How Ireland's 1916 Easter Rising inspired India's fight for freedom against British Empire

The historic ties between India and Ireland go deeper than one might think

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AP PHOTOS: The story of India, 75 years in the making

“At the stroke of the midnight hour,” India’s first Prime Minister Jawaharlal Nehru said, “when the world sleeps, India will awake to life and freedom.”

The Independent UK

At 75, India’s democracy is under pressure like never before

Since its independence in 1947, India has transformed from a poverty-stricken nation into one of the world's fastest-growing economies

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South Asian diaspora brings 1947 partition to Western pop culture

Ms Marvel is one example of how South Asian creatives are bringing Indian partition to popular culture. Here are others.

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Words of wisdom for the Congress’s ‘last Mughals’

With only paper champions defending the idea of India, the party must self-reflect critically to fathom its predicament

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75 years ago, Britain's plan for Pakistani and Indian independence left unresolved conflicts on both sides – especially when it comes to Kashmir

In 1947, the United Kingdom was exhausted. World War II had ravaged its military and economy, and anti-colonial movements had begun to challenge empires. Within the Indian subcontinent, the U.K. faced two powerful, seemingly irreconcilable nationalist movements: one calling for the creation of Pakistan, a homeland for the Muslims of…

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India 1947: Partition in Colour review – a heartbreaking, rage-inspiring history of Britain’s colonial legacy

Lord Mountbatten’s division of India into two countries was a disaster in which a million died. Using newly colourised archive footage, this documentary explores those brutal events

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India, democracy and the promised republic

At 75, the country must be judged by the extent to which it has advanced human development

The Times of India

Har Ghar Tiranga: RSS in crossfire over war of words between BJP, Congress

NEW DELHI: The Har Ghar Tiranga initiative of the Narendra Modi government has got mired in controversy with the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) and the main opposition Congress indulging in a blame game. Amid the war of words, the BJP’s ideological mentor – the Rashtriya Swayamsevak Sangh (RSS) – finds…

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Congress tricolour campaign comes with a Nehru twist

After PM promotes ‘flag in the DP’ campaign, Congress leaders add Nehru’s image to the mix

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Congress should let its members display their pictures with Tricolour in social media profile: BJP’s Sambit Patra

“I feel Rahul Gandhi should give others a chance. It will be very good if his party workers display their picture with the Tricolour,” Sambit Patra said.

The Times of India

Rahul Gandhi, Congress leaders change social media display pics to Nehru holding tricolour

NEW DELHI: The Congress and a host of its leaders on Wednesday changed their social media display pictures to an image of India's first prime minister Jawaharlal Nehru holding the national flag.

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BJP runs parallel governments through Governors, alleges TN CM Stalin

“Let us dedicate ourselves to save democracy,” Tamil Nadu Chief Minister M.K. Stalin added.

The Hindu

Prime Minister to be chief guest at Anna University’s convocation

The event will be held on July 29

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In farewell address to the nation, President Kovind highlights climate crisis

We must take care of our environment for the sake of our children, the outgoing President says.

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Tribal ties, East India outreach, sulking allies: Why Droupadi Murmu ticks all boxes for BJP

On December 19, 1946, Jaipal Singh Munda, the Oxford-educated tribal leader and a great hockey player, rose to speak in the debate on the Objectives Resolution introduced by Jawaharlal Nehru in the constituent assembly.

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