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India at 75 | In impromptu move, PM Modi stops cavalcade to meet NCC cadets

He went around speaking to the cadets, who were seated in the shape of India’s map, as they danced and sang for him

The Hindu

What is India’s Independence Day? Here is everything you need to know

India celebrates its 75th year of independence from Britain on Monday

Evening Standard

Gehlot defends public welfare schemes in Rajasthan

One crore people in the State are present getting pensions in different segments, he says

The Hindu

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Is it better to spend tax payer's money on welfare of people or to extend largesse to corporate friends: Punjab CM Bhagwant Mann poses question to PM Narendra Modi

ISSRU (LUDHIANA): Punjab chief minister Bhagwant Mann on Monday "took on" Prime Minister Narendra Modi by asking him "whether it's better to spend tax payer's money on the well-being of people or to give largesse to corporate friends".

The Times of India

On the 75th anniversary of independence, Hindu nationalism gains support among India’s youth

As India marks its 75th anniversary of independence from the British empire this Monday, the secular foundations laid down by the liberal founders of the world's largest democracy are being shaken by the rise of Hindu nationalism among the country's youth.

Radio France Internationale

Modi government failed on all counts, say Opposition leaders

They slam PM Modi on his assertions of heralding Amrit Kaal, advocating gender equality and finishing nepotism

The Hindu

‘Congress laid foundation for today’s India’

Telangana Congress celebrated Independence Day hoisting the national flag at Gandhi Bhavan followed by the Azadi ka Gaurav Yatra from the party headquarters to Jawaharlal Nehru statue in Abids wherein all the senior leaders participated.

The Hindu

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After Arvind Kejriwal, Rajasthan CM Ashok Gehlot retorts to PM Narendra Modi's 'revdi culture' remarks

JAIPUR: Rajasthan chief minister Ashok Gehlot on Monday countered Prime Minister Narendra Modi's 'revdi culture' remark, saying welfare schemes for the people cannot be dubbed as freebies. Citing weekly payments made to the poor and elderly in developed countries, he said it is the responsibility of the government to implement…

The Times of India

‘Attack on a dream’: Muslims in fear as Indian democracy turns 75

India’s democracy is under pressure like never before as dreams of ethnic Hindu nation leave its minorities sleepless.

Al Jazeera

Putin, Biden, Macron, and other leaders send Independence Day messages

In a break from the past, PM Modi made no reference to foreign policy, challenges from Pakistan, China in his Independence Day speech

The Hindu

Basavaraj Bommai announces new schemes in his Independence Day speech

Children of solider martyrs will get government job, ₹ 250 crore to build toilets in government schools, “Raitha Vidhyanidhi” extended to other groups

The Hindu

Giving tax money back to people can't be called 'revris': Punjab CM Mann

CM Bhagwant Mann said his government will spend money on people as it belongs to them.

The Hindu

World leaders laud India's achievements on 75 years of independence

WASHINGTON/PARIS: Global leaders led by US President Joe Biden and French President Emmanuel Macron congratulated Indians on the 75th anniversary of India's independence on Monday, as they vowed to further strengthen bilateral ties with the world's largest democracy which has made stunning achievements.

The Times of India

India at 75 | Red Fort sees multi-layered security cover

A five-kilometre area around the Red Fort was marked as a “no kite flying zone,” till the tricolour was hoisted

The Hindu

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India at 75 | PM Modi let nation down by not talking about unfulfilled promises made in last eight years: Congress

Congress spokesperson Pawan Khera said PM Modi is becoming a victim of his own words and there is no enthusiasm or zest in his speech or heart as most of the promises made in the last eight years remained unfulfilled.

Al Jazeera

India at 75: Modi says country eyeing ‘developed’ tag in 25 years

India PM makes the pledge while addressing the nation on the 75th anniversary of India’s independence from British rule.

The Times of India

Transparency in selection process is key to India's success in sporting arena: PM Narendra Modi

NEW DELHI: Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Monday said India has come a long way on the front of transparency in national selection of athletes and that has been key to country's success at the multi-sporting events.

The Guardian - US

India and Pakistan at 75: partition remains an open wound as new friction points arise

The global arena in which the nuclear-armed neighbours confront each other is changing radically

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Respect for women important pillar for India's growth: PM Modi

Speaking on the significance of a united nation, Mr. Modi said India has much to teach the world on the concept of unity which begins with the family structure

The Hindu

India achieved 10% ethanol blending target ahead of schedule: PM

Last week, the Prime Minister stated that 10% ethanol blending had resulted in saving of about ₹50,000 crore of foreign exchange, reduced greenhouse gas emissions and gave farmers an alternate source of income

Reuters

Modi says India aims to become developed nation in 25 years

India will aim to become a developed nation within 25 years, Prime Minister Narendra Modi said in a national day address on Monday, with policies to support domestic production in power, defence and digital technology.

The Times of India

Independence Day speech: Natural & chemical free farming to give strength to self-reliant India, PM Modi says

NEW DELHI: Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Monday said natural and chemical-free farming can boost the country's efforts to be more self-reliant in agriculture.

The Times of India

I-Day Speech: Respect women, support Nari Shakti, PM Modi says

NEW DELHI: Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Monday urged people to pledge not to do anything that lowers the dignity of women, saying a mentality to insult them in speeches and behaviour has crept in.

The Hindu

Made-in-India gun used for 1st time for ceremonial salute at Red Fort on Independence Day

So far, British guns have been used for the ceremonial salute

The Times of India

PM Narendra Modi lauds people for coming together to fight Covid-19

NEW DELHI: Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Monday lauded citizens of the country for coming together in the fight against Covid-19, and said India has administered a record 200 crore vaccine doses in a time-bound manner, a feat that would not have been possible for another nation.

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