Independence Day

August 15, 2025 10:02 AM

Standing tall in front of policies which are against farmers: PM Modi

Prime Minister Narendra Modi in his Independence Day address reaffirmed support to farmers, saying that he is "standing tall like a wall in front of policies which are against farmers' interests." The remarks, made on the ramparts of Red Fort on Friday, come amid United States putting pressure on India to open up its agriculture market and subsequently levying a 25 per cent additional tariff, with the western nation calling it a 'penalty' for buying Russian oil. "If any policy is against India...

August 15, 2025 9:42 AM

PM Modi warns against rising obesity, highlights need to adopt healthier lifestyles

In his Independence Day address from the Red Fort, Prime Minister Narendra Modi urged citizens to guard against the growing crisis of obesity. “We must stay away from becoming fat...,” he said, calling for a nationwide shift in lifestyle and dietary habits. PM Modi emphasised that obesity is emerging as a serious health challenge across India, driven by sedentary routines and excessive consumption of cooking oil. “Families should decide to use 10 per cent less cooking oil,” he urged, ...

August 15, 2025 9:29 AM

PM Modi announces ‘Mission Sudarshan Chakra’ to secure key establishments with indigenous technology

Prime Minister Narendra Modi, in his Independence Day address from the Red Fort, unveiled an ambitious national security initiative titled 'Mission Sudarshan Chakra', aimed at protecting India’s critical establishments over the next decade through indigenous technological development within the coming ten years. “Every citizen must feel protected,” PM Modi said. “This mission will be research-based and developed entirely with indigenous technology,” PM Modi declared, emphasising self...

August 15, 2025 9:08 AM

PM Modi launches Rs 1 lakh crore Pradhan Mantri Viksit Bharat Rozgar Yojana, to create 3.5 crore jobs

In his Independence Day address, Prime Minister Narendra Modi announced Rs one lakh crore Viksit Bharat Rozgar Yojana, a nationwide employment initiative aimed at transforming job opportunities for India’s youth. “There is big news for the youth of the country,” PM Modi declared from the Red Fort on Friday. “On this day, we are starting and implementing a scheme of Rs 1 lakh crore for the youth of my country,” he said. The scheme, effective from August 15, is designed to incentivise ...

August 15, 2025 9:00 AM

PM Modi promises GST overhaul ahead of Diwali; says the review is need of the hour

Prime Minister Narendra Modi, in a bold Independence Day declaration, announced the formation of a high-level task force to spearhead next-generation reforms across governance, taxation, and public service delivery. Addressing the nation from the Red Fort on Friday, PM Modi said, “We have decided to form a task force for next-generation reform. Our aim now is to bring about all kinds of reforms.” In a festive note, the Prime Minister promised a “double Diwali” for citizens this year, h...

August 15, 2025 8:51 AM

‘Made in India’ semiconductor chips will be in markets by the end of year: PM Modi

Prime Minister Narendra Modi, in his 79th Independence Day address from the Red Fort, said that Made-in-India semiconductor chips will be available in the market by the end of 2025, marking a major milestone in India’s push for technological self-reliance. Speaking under the theme of Naya Bharat, PM Modi emphasised that the 21st century is technology-driven and that India must lead in critical sectors like semiconductors, artificial intelligence, and clean energy. “Fifty to sixty years ago...

August 15, 2025 8:43 AM

‘Nature is testing us’: PM Modi expresses solidarity with victims of natural calamities, assures full support

Prime Minister Narendra Modi in his Independence Day Speech expressed solidarity with those affected by recent natural disasters across the country. "Nature is testing us...Over the past few days, we have been facing natural disasters, landslides, cloudbursts, and many other calamities. Our sympathies are with the affected people," PM Modi said from the ramparts of the Red Fort. He highlighted the collaborative efforts of state and central governments in tackling the crises, stating, "State go...

August 15, 2025 9:09 AM

PM Modi warns Pakistan over nuclear blackmail; says blood and water won’t flow together

In a powerful Independence Day address from the ramparts of the Red Fort, Prime Minister Narendra Modi sent a stern message to Pakistan, declaring that India will no longer tolerate nuclear blackmail. “Blood and water won’t flow together,” he said, referencing the Indus Waters Treaty and the country’s firm stance against cross-border terrorism. Marking his 12th consecutive Independence Day speech, PM Modi’s remarks came amid heightened patriotic fervour as India celebrated its 79th y...

August 15, 2025 8:27 AM

Independence Day: Operation Sindoor heroes receive top gallantry awards

The government has conferred gallantry awards upon several military officials for their role in Operation Sindoor and had played a pivotal role in hitting terror and military targets in Pakistan and Pakistan-occupied Kashmir three months ago. The awards - to be formally given during Independence Day celebrations on Friday - recognise their bravery and valour in response to the Pahalgam terror attack and subsequent retaliatory strikes. Among the 127 gallantry medals and 40 distinguished service...

August 15, 2025 8:21 AM

Operation Sindoor testament to India’s unwavering resolve to protect its sovereignty: PM Modi

India celebrated its 79th Independence Day on Friday with a rich tribute to the Armed Forces and a renewed national commitment to building a 'Viksit Bharat' by 2047. Prime Minister Narendra Modi, delivering his 12th consecutive address from the ramparts of the historic Red Fort, hailed the success of Operation Sindoor, India’s decisive military response to the April 22 Pahalgam terror attack. In a speech marked by patriotic fervour and strategic resolve, PM Modi said the mission had struck �...