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Prime Minister Narendra Modi hoisted the Tricolour at the Red Fort and addressed the nation on India’s 80th Independence Day. He called for bigger dreams and ambitions, saying India must work together to achieve the goal of Viksit Bharat by 2047.

Prime Minister Narendra Modi greeted the nation on India’s 80th Independence Day, paying tribute to freedom fighters and highlighting the country’s development. He said 140 crore Indians were powering India’s progress and expressed hope that the journey would accelerate.

The NHRC has issued notices to all states, Union Territories and FSSAI over concerns surrounding ‘analogue paneer’, seeking clarity on its nutritional value, labelling and regulation. It also questioned the need for allowing such products amid restrictions in three states

Andhra Pradesh Congress leaders staged statewide protests on Friday, burning effigies of the RSS to condemn the alleged "purification" of a rally venue in Uttarakhand’s Haldwani after party chief Mallikarjun Kharge’s meeting. APCC vice president Kolanukonda Sivaji accused the BJP of silence over the incident, calling it caste discrimination, and demanded cases under the SC/ST Act.

Nashik police have arrested six people for allegedly cheating individuals of Rs 3.05 crore by promising contracts for works related to the 2027-28 Nashik Kumbh Mela. Police said the accused fabricated fake work orders to deceive complainants

On the eve of India’s 80th Independence Day, President Droupadi Murmu addressed the nation, stressing reforms in public examinations to curb paper leaks and ensure transparency. She reaffirmed the vision of building a Viksit Bharat by 2047 through inclusive growth, digital infrastructure, and sustainable development.

Congress leader Rahul Gandhi will participate in the Pune edition of the party’s ‘Chhatron Ki Goonj’ campaign on August 22. The student outreach programme, launched in Kota in June, aims to highlight education-sector concerns and issues faced by students

The Telangana government has authorised HMDA to handle Transferable Development Rights (TDR) for projects in CURE and PURE limits as well as Secunderabad Cantonment Board areas.

The Trump administration has asked the US Supreme Court to allow construction of a USD 400 million White House ballroom to continue while it appeals a lower court order halting aboveground work, arguing the project is essential for national security

Singareni Collieries Company Limited (SCCL) has commissioned 1.23 MW rooftop solar plants on its corporate buildings in Kothagudem, marking another step in its renewable energy push. CMD Dr. Buddha Prakash Jyoti said the coal major is diversifying into solar and floating solar projects.

Fresh floods triggered by heavy rainfall have affected six Odisha districts, with over 41,000 people relocated from 429 villages. Authorities deployed 79 rescue teams and opened relief centres as rivers crossed danger levels, while the IMD forecast more heavy rainfall

Kothagudem police have busted a chain‑snatching gang operating across several mandals, arresting eight accused including an inter‑State offender. Six gold chains and three stolen two‑wheelers worth Rs 26 lakh were recovered, while the prime accused Nagendra Babu was found involved in over 80 theft cases across Telangana and Andhra Pradesh.

India became independent at the stroke of midnight on August 15, 1947. The unusual timing was shaped by astrological beliefs and Mountbatten’s schedule

Maharashtra Chief Minister Devendra Fadnavis acknowledged serious infrastructure problems in Pune’s Chakan industrial area and assured action to address traffic congestion and inadequate facilities. He said the district collector would coordinate multiple agencies, while Industries Minister Uday Samant denied industries had relocated

West Bengal Chief Minister Suvendu Adhikari said the state will implement the Centre’s Beti Bachao Beti Padhao scheme, which he alleged was not implemented by the previous TMC government. He also announced expanded scholarships, women’s colleges, safety measures and support schemes

The Telangana government has allocated Rs 1,000 crore for the Godavari Pushkaralu–2027, with works scheduled to commence in the first week of September. Industries Minister D Sridhar Babu instructed officials to complete tendering by month-end, appoint special officers at Tier-I locations, and ensure seamless connectivity and strict monitoring to avoid lapses in preparations.

TPCC president B. Mahesh Kumar Goud criticised Munugode MLA Komatireddy Rajgopal Reddy for publicly commenting against the Congress government, warning of strict disciplinary action. While Goud sought to downplay talk of differences between the party and the government, Rajgopal Reddy stood by his remarks, alleging growing dominance of outsiders in the Congress.

India rejected Norwegian Foreign Minister Espen Barth Eide’s remarks on Kashmir, asserting that Jammu, Kashmir and Ladakh are integral parts of India. MEA spokesperson Randhir Jaiswal said the international community should instead focus on alleged atrocities in PoK and cross-border terrorism

Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath on Friday stressed unity to protect Sanatan traditions, recalling the Ram Janmabhoomi movement and Ayodhya’s transformation. He also highlighted Sambhal’s redevelopment, criticised alleged opposition to Hindu causes and vowed action against wrongdoing

BRS president K Chandrashekhar Rao on Friday attended the funeral of his brother-in-law Joginipalli Srinivas Rao, who passed away after a prolonged illness. Rao paid floral tributes, consoled family members and assured them of support, while senior BRS leaders including K T Rama Rao and T Harish Rao were also present.

The Justice Varma case is a reminder that judicial independence and accountability must not contradict but complement each other

Sreenidhi Institute of Science and Technology (SNIST), Hyderabad, marked its 26th Graduation Ceremony with academic leaders emphasizing ethics, creativity, and adaptability as guiding principles for graduates.

The Telangana government has extended the upper age limit for direct recruitment to uniformed services by an additional two years, taking the total relaxation to seven years. The decision, notified through G.O. Ms. No. 122, covers police, fire, prisons, excise, transport and forest departments.

Construction of a six‑lane flyover and underpasses on the Old Mumbai Highway (NH‑65) between Miyapur X Road and Alwyn X Road will disrupt traffic for 180 days starting August 14.