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August 18, 2025 1:29 PM

Srinagar-Jammu national highway shut after heavy rain, shooting stones

Heavy rainfall followed by shooting stones on Monday forced the closure of the Srinagar-Jammu National Highway, with authorities suspending all traffic along the route. Traffic department officials said vehicular movement has been halted after shooting stones were reported at several locations, mak...

August 18, 2025 1:26 PM

Heavy rains trigger flash floods in several parts of Telangana

Heavy rains triggered flash floods across several parts of Telangana on Monday, inundating low-lying areas and causing extensive damage to roads and crops. Rivulets, streams, lakes, and ponds overflowed following incessant downpours under the influence of a low-pressure area over the Bay of Bengal. ...

August 15, 2025 1:42 PM

PM Modi speaks to J&K LG and CM, takes stock of Kishtwar tragedy

Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Friday spoke with Jammu and Kashmir Lieutenant Governor Manoj Sinha and Chief Minister Omar Abdullah regarding the Kishtwar tragedy. He assessed the situation and assured all necessary assistance. "Spoke to Jammu and Kashmir LG, Shri Manoj Sinha Ji and CM Shri Omar A...

August 15, 2025 7:53 AM

PM Modi hoists Tricolour at Red Fort to mark 79th Independence Day

Prime Minister Narendra Modi hoisted the Tricolour at Red Fort on Friday, as the nation marked the celebration of the 79th Independence Day. Flying Officer Rashika Sharma assisted the Prime Minister in hoisting the flag, after which flower petals were showered from two Mi-17 helicopters of the Indi...

August 15, 2025 7:35 AM

PM Modi pays tribute to Mahatma Gandhi at Rajghat on 79th Independence Day

Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Friday visited Rajghat in the national capital and paid tribute to Mahatma Gandhi as the country marked its 79th Independence Day. This year's Independence Day theme is 'Naya Bharat,' reflecting the government's vision of achieving 'Viksit Bharat' by 2047. From Rajg...

August 15, 2025 7:29 AM

PM Modi, Amit Shah, Rajnath Singh extend greetings on 79th Independence Day

Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Friday extended greetings to the people on the country's 79th Independence Day. In a post on X, PM Modi said: "Wishing everyone a very happy Independence Day. May this day inspire us to keep working even harder to realise the dreams of our freedom fighters and build ...