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India's Embassy in Nepal celebrates 80th Independence Day with pomp, patriotic fervour

The 80th Independence Day of India was celebrated with pomp and patriotic fervour at the Embassy of India in Kathmandu on Saturday, with the participation of members of the Indian community and friends of India in Nepal.... read..

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India's oil import bill may rise USD 5-10 billion if Russian crude purchases fall 50%: Economist

India's annual oil import bill could rise by USD 5-10 billion if the country reduces its purchases of Russian crude by 50 per cent, economist and former UN advisor Santosh Mehrotra said, warning that such a move could also push up inflation and put pressu... read..

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India's chemicals sector targets up to USD 81 bn exports by 2030: NITI Aayog report

India's chemicals industry could target exports of up to USD 81 billion by 2030 as the country seeks to expand domestic production, reduce import dependence and become a net-zero importer, according to a NITI Aayog report.... read..

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Miss Universe India Finalists Shreya Bediya Brings Madhya Pradesh into the Spotlight as a Strong Contender for the Crown

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On Independence Day, no better reminder of what India is capable of, says Gautam Adani on first edition of Vande Bharatam

Adani Group Chairman Gautam Adani on Saturday described the first edition of Vande Bharatam as a reminder of India's vast entrepreneurial potential, saying the initiative showcased the depth of talent emerging from smaller cities, towns and grassroots com... read..

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Padikkal, Rahul's power India to 197/1 vs Sri Lanka at Tea on Day 1

Half centuries from Devdutt Padikkal and KL Rahul powered India to 197 for the loss of one wicket at Tea against Sri Lanka on day one of the opening Test being played at Galle International Stadium.... read..

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India's coal imports turn steel-centric as metallurgical coal demand rises

India's coal import basket is becoming increasingly steel-centric, with imports of metallurgical coal rising sharply in FY2025-26 even as dependence on imported thermal coal declined, according to an MCX report.... read..

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Putin hails India's "remarkable progress" on 80th Independence Day

President Vladimir Putin on Saturday extended greetings to President Droupadi Murmu and Prime Minister Narendra Modi on the occasion of India's 80th Independence Day, hailing the country's "remarkable progress" and its authority in the international arena... read..

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"Nehru's contribution to modern India can't be ignored": CPI MP P Sandosh Kumar

CPI MP P Sandosh Kumar on Saturday emphasised that a strong foundation was laid for a modern India and scientific development during the time of former Prime Minister Jawaharlal Nehru and alleged that no new public sector unit had been established over th... read..

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GAIL strengthening India's energy security through diversified LNG portfolio: CMD

State-owned natural gas company GAIL is strengthening India's energy resilience through its diversified liquefied natural gas (LNG) portfolio amid changing global dynamics and growing geopolitical challenges, Chairman and Managing Director Deepak Gupta sa... read..

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"Proud to be an Indian and love being one": Shah Rukh Khan extends Independence Day greetings

Bollywood superstar Shah Rukh Khan has extended his warm greetings on the occasion of the 80th Independence Day, calling himself a "proud Indian".... read..

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"Delhi will play greater role in India's journey towards Viksit Bharat": CM Rekha Gupta on Independence Day

Delhi Chief Minister Rekha Gupta on Saturday hoisted the national flag in the state-level Independence Day celebrations at Chhatrasal Stadium, saying Delhi will play a "greater role" in India's journey towards becoming a developed nation and that its prog... read..

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India's semiconductor, manufacturing push to drive global value-chain ambitions: Industry leaders

Industry leaders have welcomed Prime Minister Narendra Modi's Independence Day focus on manufacturing, semiconductors and MSMEs, saying the push for domestic capabilities and greater access to global markets can strengthen India's position in global value... read..

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After calling Pakistan's I-Day 'Black Day', Baloch leader wishes PM Modi on India's 80th Independence Anniversary

A day after calling on the Baloch population globally to observe Pakistan's Independence Day as a "Black Day," Baloch leader Mir Yar Baloch extended warm greetings to Prime Minister Narendra Modi and the people of India on the landmark occasion of the nat... read..

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"India doesn't stand anywhere...": Akhilesh Yadav challenges Govt's economic claims on 80th Independence Day

Samajwadi Party (SP) chief Akhilesh Yadav questioned the Central government's claims of rapid economic progress on Saturday during an 80th Independence Day event, asserting that official assertions of doubled growth and rising per capita income do not mat... read..

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Pride of India 2026 Celebrates Excellence, Leadership & Social Impact

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Breaking the Silence: First-of-Its-Kind Surgery in Eastern India Saves 55-Year-Old Woman with complex Endometrial Sarcoma

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From 'Chak De! India' to 'Sam Bahadur': How Bollywood taught generations of Indians language of patriotism

Every Independence Day, Indian audiences return to some of Bollywood's most loved patriotic films. From 'Border' and 'Gadar: Ek Prem Katha' to 'Chak De! India', 'Lakshya' and 'Sam Bahadur', these films have given generations of Indians dialogues that cont... read..

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80th Independence Day: PM Modi announces nationwide sports talent hunt for 5-15 age group as India eyes 2036 Olympics

Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Saturday reiterated India's ambition to host the 2036 Olympics and announced a nationwide talent hunt to identify sporting talent among children aged five to 15 years, while addressing the nation on the occasion of the 80th... read..

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French President Emmanuel Macron extends greetings on India's 80th Independence Day

French President Emmanuel Macron on Saturday extended his warm wishes to the people of India on the landmark occasion of the nation's 80th Independence Day.... read..

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Deendayal Port Authority celebrates Independence Day; chairman Sushil Kumar Singh appeals stakeholders to make India self-reliant

Deendayal Port Authority Chairman Sushil Kumar Singh on Saturday hoisted the National Flag at Deendayal Port, Kandla, as part of the celebrations marking India's 80th Independence Day.... read..

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'India fills us with awe at scale of its achievements, vastness of potential': Global leaders extend wishes on Independence Day

As India moves into its 80th year of independence, wishes have poured in from leaders across the world lauding India's growth trajectory and transformation.... read..

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APL aims to bring top Indian pickleball players together with local talent: Sujay Krishna Ranga Rao

Former minister Sujay Krishna Ranga Rao said the Andhra Pickleball League (APL), a franchise-based tournament across Vijayawada and Visakhapatnam, aims to bring top Indian players together with local talent.... read..

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"Good solid start": Viren Rasquinha praises India's 3-1 WC win over Wales

Former Indian hockey captain and Olympian Viren Rasquinha praised India's strong 3-1 win over Wales in their World Cup opener, though he was disappointed that the team conceded late.... read..

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'Suryapath Tiranga' carries national flag across globe as Indian missions join 'Har Ghar Tiranga 2026'

Indian missions across the globe are participating in the 'Suryapath Tiranga' initiative, carrying the Indian National Flag from one sunrise to the next as part of the 'Har Ghar Tiranga 2026' celebrations.... read..

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Indian Embassy in Azerbaijan celebrates 80th Independence Day with patriotic fervour

The Indian Embassy in Azerbaijan celebrated the 80th Independence Day on Saturday with great enthusiasm and patriotic fervour, with enthusiastic participation of members of the Indian diaspora and Azerbaijani citizens.... read..

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"We have a clear mindset to win": Harmanpreet Singh after India's 3-1 WC victory over Wales

As India opened their FIH Hockey World Cup 2026 campaign with a confident 3-1 win over Wales in Pool D, skipper and Player of the Match Harmanpreet Singh praised the team's strong start to the tournament.... read..

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Maldives reaffirms commitment to advance close partnership with India in Independence Day greetings

As India celebrates its 80th Independence Day with fervour and enthusiasm, Maldivian President Mohamed Muizzu reaffirmed the commitment of the country to deepen partnership with India and the enduring friendship between the people.... read..

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England batter Kevin Pietersen extends Independence Day greetings to India

Former England batter Kevin Pietersen wished his "Indian friends" a very happy 80th Independence Day on Saturday.... read..

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Indian Embassy in Kathmandu hosts ICCR-supported "Musical Evening"

Celebrating the 80th Independence Day, the Indian Council for Cultural Relations (ICCR) supported a troupe led by Indian singer Rajesh Pandey, which organized a Musical performance at the Indian Embassy in Kathmandu.... read..

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1st Test: Shubman Gill-led India elect to bat first against Sri Lanka in Galle

Team India won the toss and elected to bat first against hosts Sri Lanka in the opening Test of the two-match series at the Galle International Stadium on Saturday.... read..

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Sri Lankan Lions crowned Asian Legends League season 2 champions after win over Indian Royals

Sri Lankan Lions were crowned champions of the Asian Legends League (ALL) season 2 after defeating Indian Royals by 40 runs in a high-scoring final in Lusaka, bringing the second edition of the legends tournament to a thrilling conclusion.... read..

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Tier-2, Tier-3 cities account for 53% of India's forex demand: Report

India's foreign exchange demand is increasingly moving beyond major metropolitan centres, with Tier-2 and Tier-3 cities together accounting for 53 per cent of overall forex demand, according to Thomas Cook India's Forex Report 2026.... read..

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India beat Wales 3-1 to begin FIH Men's Hockey World Cup 2026 campaign with a win

India began their FIH Men's Hockey World Cup 2026 campaign with a 3-1 victory over Wales in their opening Pool D match at the Wagener Stadium on Saturday.... read..

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DLI-backed Indian chip startup achieves first-pass silicon success with broadband chip VIHAAN: MeitY

A Design Linked Incentive (DLI) Scheme-backed Indian semiconductor startup has achieved first-pass silicon success with 'VIHAAN', an indigenous broadband networking System-on-Chip (SoC) built using the VEGA microprocessor, marking a key step towards takin... read..

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India's engineering services exports surge nearly eightfold to USD 13.8 billion in a decade: NITI Aayog

India's engineering services exports surged nearly eightfold over the past decade to USD 13.77 billion in 2024-25 from USD 1.77 billion in 2014-15, highlighting the growing contribution of the sector to the country's professional services trade, according... read..

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IND vs SL, 1st Test: Padikkal, KL power India to 288/2 (Day 1, Stumps)

A sensational maiden Test ton from Devdutt Padikkal and a composed 77 from KL Rahul were the highlights as India made Sri Lanka toil and run around the field for a leather hunt, ending the day one of the first Tests against Sri Lanka, just a few short of ... read..

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Indian Filmmaker V R Bhagat to Represent India at the 83rd Venice International Film Festival with 'flower of life'

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'India one of the most important countries of world today...': Argentine Ambassador Mariano Caucino

Ambassador of Argentina to India, Mariano Caucino on Saturday highlighted areas for strategic convergences and complementarities between India and Argentina, and lauded how India stands as a key stakeholder in the world with a rapidly advancing economy.... read..

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Global Tiranga Relay connects Indians, friends of India across over 40 countries

Independence Day 2026 saw a unique global celebration as the Tiranga travelled across the world following the path of the rising sun.... read..

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"Resolve to build self-reliant India": Uttarakhand CM Dhami extends 80th Independence Day greetings

Uttarakhand Chief Minister Pushkar Singh Dhami on Saturday extended his heartfelt greetings to the residents of the state on the occasion of India's 80th Independence Day, calling for a collective resolve to build a "strong, prosperous, and self-reliant I... read..

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Tibetans celebrate India's 80th Independence Day in Dharamshala; Sikyong draws parallels with Tibet's struggle for freedom

The Central Tibetan Administration (CTA), the Tibetan government-in-exile, marked India's 80th Independence Day at its headquarters in Dharamshala on Saturday, with CTA President Sikyong Penpa Tsering hoisting the Indian national flag.... read..

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"World views India as strong nation, not merely as market": Eknath Shinde hoists Tricolour at Collector's Office in Thane

Maharashtra Deputy Chief Minister Eknath Shinde on Saturday said that India was viewed as a "strong and capable" nation instead of merely being perceived as a "market". He also said that the Mahayuti government has resolved to make the entire state "slum-... read..

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SA20 League Commissioner Graeme Smith hails India-South Africa bond, extends Independence Day wishes

SA20 League Commissioner Graeme Smith extended his warm wishes to the people of India on the occasion of the country's 80th Independence Day, highlighting the strong bond between India and South Africa through cricket.... read..

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80th Independence Day: From golden turf to global turf, how India transformed into multi-sport powerhouse

As India marks 80 years of independence, its sporting story has changed. The era of relying on a single sport for global recognition has given way to world-class excellence across multiple disciplines.... read..

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People-to-people ties, shared aspirations true beating heart of India-Bangladesh friendship: HC Trivedi as community celebrates 80th Independence Day in Dhaka

People-to-people ties, rooted in shared aspirations and mutual goodwill, remain the "true beating heart" of the enduring friendship between India and Bangladesh, Indian High Commissioner Dinesh Trivedi said on Saturday as the Indian High Commission in Dha... read..

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Union Minister G Kishan Reddy hoists Tricolour at Delhi residence, says India has advanced on path of development

Union Minister G Kishan Reddy on Saturday hoisted the national flag at his residence in Delhi on the occasion of the 80th Independence Day and extended his greetings to the people of the country, saying India has made significant progress over the past ei... read..

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Shielding citizens, fueling dreams: PM Modi outlines India's resilience, vision on 80th Independence Day

Addressing the nation from the iconic ramparts of the Red Fort on India's 80th Independence Day, Prime Minister Narendra Modi delivered a firm message of national resilience, economic foresight, and ambitious growth.... read..

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India's internet economy set for sustained growth; E-commerce logistics, food delivery to see strong expansion: Morgan Stanley

India's internet economy has significant headroom for long-term growth, with rising digital adoption expected to drive expansion across online food delivery, e-commerce and logistics, while improving scale could support profitability, according to a resea... read..

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From postmen to drones, India Post turns to drones for faster remote delivery

From postmen travelling on foot and bicycles to drones carrying postal bags across mountains and difficult terrain, India Post is using drone technology to speed up last-mile delivery in some of India's most challenging regions.... read..

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'India was, is and will be one of fastest-growing economies': SBI Research

India has demonstrated economic resilience through successive global and domestic challenges and will continue to be among the world's fastest-growing economies, SBI Research said in a special report marking the country's 80th Independence Day, pointing t... read..

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