Politics

RJD Satirizes Nishant Kumar’s Flag‑Hoisting Gesture in Video

The Rashtriya Janata Dal released a video mocking Nishant Kumar for his flag‑hoisting gesture, questioning his salute to the health minister.

16 Aug 2026

Amit Shah Unveils Vajpayee Statue

Union Home Minister Amit Shah unveiled a 21-foot tall statue of former Prime Minister Atal Bihari Vajpayee in Rajasthan. He also targeted the Congress over the 'Vande Mataram' issue.

16 Aug 2026

J&K Accelerates Installation of Prepaid Smart Meters in Government Offices

The Jammu and Kashmir government has ordered a swift rollout of prepaid smart electricity meters across all its offices, aiming to improve billing transparency and reduce power theft.

16 Aug 2026

Omar Abdullah's Special Status Pitch

Omar Abdullah made a special status pitch on Independence Day, suggesting that POK would have sought reunion. He emphasized the importance of special status for the region.

16 Aug 2026

Amit Shah Unveils Vajpayee Statue

Union Home Minister Amit Shah unveiled a 21-foot tall statue of former PM Atal Bihari Vajpayee in Nimbahera. He criticized Congress over 'Vande Mataram' issue.

16 Aug 2026

અટલ બિહારી વાજપેયીની પુણ્યતિથિ પર શ્રદ્ધાંજલિ અર્પણ

પૂર્વ વડાપ્રધાન અટલ બિહારી વાજપેયીની આઠમી પુણ્યતિથિએ દેશભરમાં તેમને શ્રદ્ધાંજલિ અર્પણ કરવામાં આવી. દિલ્હીના 'સદૈવ અટલ' સ્મારક પર રાષ્ટ્રપતિ, ઉપરાષ્ટ્રપતિ અને વડાપ્રધાન નરેન્દ્ર મોદીએ પુષ્પાંજલિ અર્પણ કરી.

16 Aug 2026

મુખ્યમંત્રી ભૂપેન્દ્ર પટેલનું અમેરિકા અને કેનેડાના પ્રવાસે પ્રસ્થાન

મુખ્યમંત્રી શ્રી ભૂપેન્દ્ર પટેલ અમદાવાદ એરપોર્ટ પરથી અમેરિકા જવા રવાના થયા છે. તેઓ વાઇબ્રન્ટ ગુજરાત ગ્લોબલ સમિટના સંદર્ભે આ પ્રવાસ કરી રહ્યા છે.

16 Aug 2026

Mallikarjun Kharge to Speak to Congress Workers in Goa on Aug 17

Congress leader Mallikarjun Kharge is scheduled to address party workers in Goa on 17 August, as part of the party’s campaign activities.

16 Aug 2026

Goa Government Confirms Stable Fuel Supply Amid Rising Demand

The Goa government has assured that supplies of petrol, diesel and LPG will remain stable and adequate to meet current demand.

16 Aug 2026

Strikes and Boycott Calls Mark India's Independence Day in IIOJK and Northeast

On August 15, workers and students in Indian‑administered Jammu & Kashmir and the Northeast called for strikes and boycotts to observe Independence Day, signalling widespread dissent.

16 Aug 2026

Ishwak Singh Stresses India's Strength Lies in Idea Diversity on Independence Day

Actor Ishwak Singh highlighted that India's unity stems from the diversity of ideas during his Independence Day address.

16 Aug 2026

Governor Hosts 'At Home' Event at Lok Bhavan

The Governor organized the 'At Home' event at Lok Bhavan to engage with citizens and discuss ongoing initiatives.

16 Aug 2026