In less than 70 days of our new Government, Article 370 was revoked , says PM Narendra Modi
PM Modi referred to the repeal of Jammu and Kashmir's special status quite a few times in his speech. "We do not believe in creating problems or dragging them. In less than 70 days of our new Government, Article 370 was revoked, and in both Houses of Parliament, 2/3rd of the members supported this move. The old system in Jammu, Kashmir and Ladakh led to corruption, nepotism but there was injustice when it came to rights of women, children, Dalits, tribal communities," he said.
Aug 15, 2019, 12:50 PM IST
PM Modi advocates for smaller families, calls population control form of 'patriotism'
Delivering his first Independence Day speech in the second term of the BJP government, Prime Minister Narendra Modi presented a wholistic speech touching upon a variety of issues from the ramparts of the Red Fort. He also briefly touched upon the topic of population control and the need for social awareness on the subject. #IndependenceDay #PMModiSpeech
Aug 15, 2019, 12:48 PM IST
Top takeaways from PM Modi's Independence Day speech at Red Fort
Watch top takeaways from PM Modi's Independence Day speech at Red Fort. Watch the full video to know more.
Aug 15, 2019, 12:44 PM IST
When we can do away with Sati, child marriages, then why not Triple Talaq , says PM Narendra Modi
Rights of Muslim women was another topic the Prime Minister touched on a few times during his speech. "Several Islamic countries did away with the obsolete Triple Talaq law long ago. Then why did it take us so long to repeal this? When we can do away with Sati, child marriages, then why not Triple Talaq. We guarantee the safety of our mothers and sister," said the PM.
Aug 15, 2019, 12:38 PM IST
PM Modi lists out 10-week-old govt's key decisions
Here's a quick look at Modi govt's key decision taken within 10 weeks of coming to power. Watch the full video to know more. #IndependenceDay #PMModiSpeech
Aug 15, 2019, 12:38 PM IST
After 'One Nation, One Constitution', time for 'One Nation, One Election', says PM Narendra Modi
Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Thursday asserted that after 'One Nation, One Constitution' it is time for 'One Nation, One Election', adding the need for democratic discussions on the issue.
Aug 15, 2019, 12:34 PM IST
Key takeaways from PM Modi's Independence Day speech
Delivering his sixth Independence Day speech from the ramparts of the Red Fort, PM Modi said, "GST brought to life the dream of One Nation, One Tax. India has also achieved One Nation, One Grid in the energy sector. Arrangements have been made for One Nation, One Mobility Card and today, India is talking about One Nation, One Election. The discussion on this should happen democratically." #IndependenceDay
Aug 15, 2019, 12:28 PM IST
Governor Satya Pal Malik unfurls National Flag at Srinagar's Sher-i-Kashmir stadium
Governor Satya Pal Malik hoisted the National Tricolour at the Sher-e-Kashmir stadium in the first Independence Day celebration in Jammu and Kashmir after the abrogation of its special status.
Aug 15, 2019, 12:00 PM IST
PM Modi addresses nation on its 73rd Independence day celebration from the ramparts of the Red Fort
Prime Minister Narendra Modi has begun his address from the ramparts of the Red Fort by conveying Independence Day greetings. Then he says 'We do not believe in creating problems or dragging them. In less than 70 days of our new Government, Article 370 was revoked, and in both Houses of Parliament, 2/3rd of the members supported this move. The old system in Jammu, Kashmir and Ladakh led to corruption, nepotism but there was injustice when it came to rights of women, children, Dalits, tribal communities.
Aug 15, 2019, 11:32 AM IST
'India will have Chief of Defence Staff' announces PM Modi in his Independence day speech
PM Modi addresses nation on its 73rd Independence day celebration from the ramparts of the Red Fort. 'India will have Chief of Defence Staff' announces PM Modi in his Independence day speech
Aug 15, 2019, 10:44 AM IST
PM Modi unfurls national flag from the Red fort, nation chants 'National Anthem'
India on Thursday is celebrating its 73rd Independence Day with many events across the country. Prime Minister Narendra Modi unfurled the national flag at the majestic Red Fort.
Aug 15, 2019, 08:12 AM IST
PM Modi reaches Rajghat, pays tribute to Mahatama Gandhi
PM Modi on Thursday pays tribute to Mahatama Gandhi at Rajghat on the occasion of 73rd Independence Day
Aug 15, 2019, 08:04 AM IST
Pakistan skipper Sarfaraz Ahmed vows to stand by Kashmiris
Earlier, former Pakistani skipper Shahid Afridi had also slammed the UN for its silence on the matter and sought the intervention of the world body.
Aug 12, 2019, 18:20 PM IST
Air India to fly Delhi-San Francisco over North Pole
The first commercial service will be operated by Captain Ranjeesh Sharma and Captain Digvijay Singh.
Aug 12, 2019, 15:07 PM IST
India seeks 4th technical meet on Kartarpur corridor from Pakistan
When the second round of talks between officials from India and Pakistan took place on 14th July, Islamabad agreed to construct a bridge over the old Ravi creek that will allow all-weather pilgrimage to the Gurudwara Kartarpur Sahib, throughout the year.
Aug 02, 2019, 22:55 PM IST
World in race to avoid climate catastrophe, says Guterres
Citing the shattering of temperature records in New Delhi, UN Secretary-General Antonio Guterres has said the world is in "the race of our lives and for our lives" to avoid a climate change catastrophe.
Aug 02, 2019, 15:51 PM IST
India, UK to launch coalition for disaster-proof infra at UN
India had announced the creation of a Coalition for Disaster Resilient Infrastructure (CDRI) soon after the Asian Ministerial Conference on Disaster Risk Reduction, held in New Delhi in 2016.
Aug 01, 2019, 15:35 PM IST
Rain lashes parts of Delhi, brings temperature down
Moderate rain lashed parts of Delhi on Saturday, bringing the minimum temperature down at 25.5 degree Celsius, two degrees below the normal temperature.
Jul 27, 2019, 16:51 PM IST
BCCI condoles demise of former all-rounder Rakesh Shukla
Shukla appeared in a total of 121 first-class matches, claiming 295 wickets and amassing 3,798 runs that included six centuries and seventeen half-centuries.
Jun 30, 2019, 21:30 PM IST
Jaish-e-Mohammad, ISIS terrorists planning attack in New Delhi: Sources
According to the sources, Jaish-e-Mohammad, ISIS terrorists planning attack in New Delhi. Watch full video to know more. #ISIS #JeMTerrorists #DelhiOnRadar
Jun 15, 2019, 14:32 PM IST
