Lok Sabha Speaker Om Birla urges youth to uphold democratic values, contribute to Viksit Bharat

August 14, 2026 8:56 PM

Lok Sabha Speaker Om Birla urges youth to uphold democratic values, contribute to Viksit Bharat

Lok Sabha Speaker Om Birla on Friday extended greetings to the people of the country on the eve of India's 80th Independence Day and called upon the youth to uphold constitutional and democratic values while contributing to the nation's development. In his Independence Day message, LS Speaker Birla paid tribute to the countless freedom fighters who dedicated their lives to securing India's independence and said the country, nearly eight decades after gaining freedom, must now work with a renewe...

India-US partnership has endured transitions and challenges: MEA

August 1, 2025 5:41 PM

India-US partnership has endured transitions and challenges: MEA

The Ministry of External Affairs (MEA) on Friday reaffirmed the strength of the India–United States strategic partnership, stating that the relationship is rooted in shared interests, democratic values, and robust people-to-people ties. The MEA noted that this comprehensive partnership has withstood various transitions and challenges over the years and continues to move forward with a substantive agenda. Addressing a media briefing, the MEA spokesperson also responded to questions on several ...