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Path to Freedom: Major milestones that helped India gain independence from British rule in 1947

It wasn’t a day’s work, and took decades of strength, courage and unity from leaders, freedom fighters as well as the common man.
Here are the major milestones that helped India gain independence from British rule in 1947.

Independence Day: Security tightened across Mumbai, police on general alert

Police stations have been told to enforce static deployment as well as patrolling, with local anti-terror cell units and beat personnel being tasked with gathering intelligence to avert any untoward i

Amid discontent over Cabinet exercise, Karnataka CM Bommai holds discussions with Yediyurappa

BJP MLA S A Ramadas and MLC C P Yogeeshwara were among those who are reportedly unhappy over not securing Cabinet berth.

Assam: ULFA (I) extends ceasefire for another 3 months; Chief Minister Himanta Biswa lauds move

Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma said that this is a very encouraging and positive announcement.

Security scaled up in Delhi ahead of Independence Day

At the Mughal-era fort, a security ring, including NSG snipers, elite SWAT commandos and kite catchers, have been placed, while anti drone systems have also been installed there in view of recent terr

Goa: Locals join Navy in hoisting tricolour at Sao Jacinto island; ‘Happy better sense prevailed’, says CM Pramod Sawant

Goa Chief Minister Pramod Sawant had issued a stern warning saying that such anti-India activities would be dealt with an iron fist.

Sao Jacinto Island

Indian, Pakistani troops exchange sweets along LoC in Kashmir on Pak’s I-Day

"On August 14, the Indian Army as a warm gesture, presented sweets to the Pakistan Army at Chilehana Tithwal Crossing Point to extend best wishes to Pakistan on their Independence Day displaying the w

UP Election 2022: Retired IPS officer Amitabh Thakur announces to fight poll against CM Yogi Adityanath

Amitabh Thakur said that Yogi Adityanath as a CM has carried out various undemocratic, divisive, oppressive and harassing work and policies.

World Trade Centre to Times Square, these iconic US sites will celebrate India’s 75th Independence Day – check details

The US World Trade Center which is one of the most iconic spots in the world will be illuminated with the shades of India's national flag from the evening of August 15.

Happy Independence Day 2021 Wishes: Best quotes, wishes, messages, status to share on 75th Independence Day

Happy Independence Day 2021 Wishes, 15th August Messages, Quotes, Images: We bring you a collection of quotes and messages to share your joy of freedom with your friends and family.

Independence Day 2021: History and significance of celebrating India’s freedom on August 15

Independence Day 2021, Independence Day History, Significance and Facts: Indians across the country will be commemorating the country’s freedom from the British rule by celebrating its 75th Independ

History of Independence Day, Independence Day 2021

Independence Day 2021, PM Modi Speech Live Streaming: When and when to watch PM Narendra Modi’s I-Day speech Live

75th Independence Day Speech Live Streaming, How to Watch PM Modi's Independence Speech Live Telecast: Prime Minister Narendra Modi has invited the entire Indian Olympics contingent to the Red Fort as

August 14 to be observed as Partition Horrors Remembrance Day: PM Narendra Modi

Prime Minister Narendra Modi said that the day may keep reminding the need to remove the poison of social divisions and disharmony.

Partition Horror Day August 14 Modi

Rahul Gandhi, other Congress leaders’ Twitter accounts restored

Former Congress president Rahul Gandhi had released a video message yesterday accusing Twitter of interfering in the national political process.

Rahul Gandhi Twitter Handle

Explained: What is Assam Cattle Preservation Bill, 2021, its provisions, punishment and why the opposition is against it

Assam Cattle Preservation Bill, 2021: The opposition Congress, AIUDF and CPI (M) had urged the government to refer the bill to an Assembly select committee for vetting.

Assam Cow Slaughter Bill

Delhi Police issues traffic advisory ahead of Independence Day

Geeta Colony bridge will be closed towards Shantivan, and vehicles will be barred from taking lower Ring Road from ISBT Kashmere Gate towards Shantivan, and from IP flyover towards Rajghat, the adviso

According to the traffic police, inter-state buses will not be allowed between Maharana Pratap ISBT and Sarai Kale Khan ISBT from 12 midnight to 11 am on August 15.

75th Independence Day: Multi-layered security arrangements at Red Fort

The security arrangements were stringent and there were traffic restrictions during the rehearsal. The Red Fort has already been closed for public, officials said.

The Delhi Police had erected a huge wall of shipping containers decorated with graffiti for the first time earlier this month at the main gate of Red Fort for security reasons. (File image)

Rajasthan: Hospitals refund Rs 36 lakh unduly charged from patients covered under ‘Chiranjeevi’ health scheme

As per the official sources, hospitals refunded the claim amount in 267 cases, which summed up to around Rs 36 lakh, after intervention by the state health department. 

‘Protecting young champions’: Organisations want PM Modi to address challenges faced by adolescents in I-Day speech

Every year, Prime Minister Narendra Modi asks citizens to suggest ideas for his public addresses. Last year as well, he sought suggestions from people for his Independence Day speech.      

‘Operation Langda’: The ‘unofficial’ strategy that helped UP Police nab 3,302 criminals since 2017

Officers in the Yogi government, eyeing the upcoming assembly elections, have boasted of these encounters as an achievement towards the poll promise in 2017. 

After Twitter, NCPCR writes to Facebook seeking action against Rahul Gandhi’s Instagram profile

On August 4, the National Commission for Protection of Child Rights (NCPCR) wrote to Twitter, asking it to take action against the handle of Gandhi for posting the photo of the family.

rahul gandhi

ISRO espionage case: Four former officials, including retired IB officer, granted anticipatory bail by Kerala HC

Justice Ashok Menon granted anticipatory bail to former police officers -- RB Sreekumar, S Vijayan and Thampi S Durga Dutt -- and ex-Intelligence Bureau (IB) officer PS Jayaprakash who all had moved p

kerala high court

‘Dangerous game’: Rahul Gandhi goes all out against Twitter over account blocking

Several Congress leaders have changed the name and photo on their Twitter handles to Rahul Gandhi's in a show of support for the party leader.

Himachal Pradesh landslide: Death toll climbs to 15

Rescue operations resumed this morning to trace the 15 others still missing in the landslide that occurred near Chaura village in the district on Wednesday

Kinnaur landslide
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