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PM Modi sets sights on global leadership in advanced defence technology
The Prime Minister called for greater capabilities in hypersonic technology, drones and counter-drone systems, adding that India must emerge as a global supplier of advanced military equipment
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PM Modi calls upon farmers to leverage FTAs to build global agro brands
The Prime Minister also called for chemical-free farming and said the government had absorbed higher global fertiliser costs to keep urea and DAP affordable for farmers
 "PM Modi calls upon farmers to leverage FTAs to build global agro brands")
PM Modi seeks global push to India's films, gaming, VFX and digital content
The Prime Minister said India should turn its creative industries, handicrafts, yoga and Ayurveda into global capabilities, with WAVES showcasing its soft power
 "PM Modi seeks global push to India's films, gaming, VFX and digital content")
PM Modi unveils seven-pillar 'Sapta Dhara' roadmap for Viksit Bharat
The framework places manufacturing, food processing and technology at its core, alongside infrastructure, defence, the green and blue economy, and India's soft power
 "PM Modi unveils seven-pillar 'Sapta Dhara' roadmap for Viksit Bharat")
PM Modi's 75-minute I-Day speech shortest in 4 years, fourth shortest ever
PM Modi's 13th consecutive Independence Day address from Red Fort was shorter than his 103-minute speech last year and 98-minute address in 2024
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'Ties with US stronger than ever': Rubio greets India on Independence Day
US Secretary of State Marco Rubio credits Trump-Modi relationship for closer bilateral ties, highlighting cooperation in defence, energy, critical minerals, AI, space and commerce
 "'Ties with US stronger than ever': Rubio greets India on Independence Day")
PM Modi announces AI training for 10 million youth over the next year
The programme would mark a sharp expansion of existing AI skilling efforts, with Modi also highlighting opportunities in aviation, sports, green mobility and other emerging sectors
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PM Modi unveils free coaching initiative in Independence Day address
The Prime Minister said the initiative would combine digital public infrastructure, teachers and talent to reduce coaching costs for poor and middle-class families
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Reforms a conviction for govt, not a compulsion or buzzword: PM Modi
Addressing the nation from the Red Fort, the Prime Minister called reforms a conviction for his government, while outlining India's growth, energy security and self-reliance push
India may get 5-8 more semiconductor plants in 7-8 years, says PM Modi
In his Independence Day address, the Prime Minister also said the government would train one crore youth in artificial intelligence skills over the next one year
 "India may get 5-8 more semiconductor plants in 7-8 years, says PM Modi")
PM Modi flags energy security, critical minerals as key future priorities
The Prime Minister said rising demand from chips, AI and data centres makes energy security crucial, while India is also working to secure critical mineral supply chains
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PM Modi greets nation on Independence Day, says India scaling new heights
PM Modi pays tribute to freedom fighters and Mahatma Gandhi, saying the dreams of those who secured freedom continue to inspire efforts to build a 'Viksit Bharat'
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Independence Day 2026: How to upload Har Ghar Tiranga selfie & certificate
As India gets ready to celebrate its 80th Independence Day on Aug 15, the Govt of India has declared that 'Har Ghar Tiranga' 2026 will be marked from August 9 to August 17, 2026
 "Independence Day 2026: How to upload Har Ghar Tiranga selfie & certificate")
Independence Day 2026: When and where to watch Modi's speech on Aug 15?
India will celebrate its 80th Independence Day on 15 August with PM Modi's address from the ramparts of the Red Fort. PM is expected to outline the govt programmes and policies
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From reforms to self-reliance: PM's speeches chart India's economic journey
Prime Minister Narendra Modi will deliver his 13th Independence Day address from the Red Fort, with reforms, jobs and self-reliance likely to feature prominently
PM Modi remembers victims of Partition on Horrors Remembrance Day
The Modi government has been observing August 14 as the 'Partition Horrors Remembrance Day' since 2021 in remembrance of those who lost their lives in riots after the country's division
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Rahul calls RSS-BJP 'bunch of jokers', mocks PM's 'hugs' foreign policy
Gandhi also claimed that the RSS as an original force is dead and has now become an "instrument of large capital -- Mr Adani and Mr Ambani".
 "Rahul calls RSS-BJP 'bunch of jokers', mocks PM's 'hugs' foreign policy")
Independence Day 2026: Theme, history and what to expect on August 15
With an emphasis on independence, technology, green development, and youth involvement, Independence Day 2026 also offers a chance to look ahead to 'Viksit Bharat 2047'
Kovind book launch: Modi tells youth to read autobiographies, not reels
At Kovind's autobiography launch, Modi urged young people to learn from inspiring lives and warned that shortcuts in the social media age can lead them astray.
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'Compromised PM forced to sell India's interest': Rahul on Adani case
Congress leader Rahul Gandhi alleged that PM Modi was forced to compromise India's interests after a US judge dismissed criminal charges against Gautam Adani and his nephew
 "'Compromised PM forced to sell India's interest': Rahul on Adani case")