In his Independence Day address, PM Modi touched upon a range of issues, from national resolve and economic growth to energy security, AI and manufacturing

Over the past 12 years, countless citizens have all strived in every possible way, with unwavering resolve and dedication, to propel the nation to new heights: PM Modi

A nation becomes great and achieves its goals when it moves forward driven by its dreams, its resolve, and its inherent strength: PM Modi

SBI’s Economic Research Department (ERD) expects India’s real GDP growth to reach 8 per cent in the first quarter of FY27

India was, is, and will be one of the fastest-growing economies in the world: Soumya Kanti Ghosh, Group Chief Economic Adviser, SBI

The combination of strong credit demand and faster deposit growth reflects continued financial-sector support for economic activity: SBI Report

In his Independence Day address to the nation, PM Modi outlined 7 key pillars to give the country's progress a new direction, calling them "Saptadhara"

In his Independence Day address, PM Modi presented an account of his 12 years of development work in his regime

The concerns of youth regarding employment, competitive exams, and coaching also found special mention in PM Modi's Independence Day address

India took just 12 years to break out of the “Fragile Five" to become the world’s fastest-growing major economy

India has successfully concluded FTAs with 40 countries to expand global markets for MSMEs and local farmers

PM Modi’s Independence Day speech was translated into 22 regional languages in real-time using the ‘Digital India Bhashini’ AI tool

For his 13th consecutive Independence Day address, PM Modi appeared in a striking red tie-and-dye Rajasthani-style turban featuring the traditional Bandhej technique

PM Modi's choice of a red Bandhej turban on Independence Day brings that craft into a setting watched by millions

PM Modi has worn turbans inspired by different parts of India, often choosing vibrant colours and regional styles rather than sticking to one conventional look

India would go after those responsible for the Pahalgam killings “wherever they are", whether on earth, in the sky or in hell: PM Modi

The Pahalgam attack became the trigger for Operation Sindoor, with India targeting terror camps and infrastructure linked to the perpetrators and planners

The objective of Operation Sindoor was specifically to destroy enemy camps, particularly those responsible for the Pahalgam attack: NSA Ajit Doval

As the esports landscape evolves, India is emerging as a key player in this global phenomenon

The Esports Foundation is making substantial investments to tap into the vast fan base across the country

There's no country on the planet that has more potential than India when it comes to esports: Esports Foundation's Mike McCabe

India’s installed data centre capacity has more than quadrupled since 2020 to around 1,575 megawatts (MW)

India’s installed data centre capacity expansion comes as it scales up computing infrastructure under the IndiaAI Mission

The IndiaAI Mission has expanded shared compute capacity to 45,000+ GPUs, as of June 2026: Ministry of Electronics and Information Technology

India's Logistics Data Bank successfully tracks ten crore export-import containers

100% EXIM container movement covered through RFID across 19 ports and 32 container terminals

Technology is helping us make logistics simpler, faster and more efficient, while improving the competitiveness of Indian industry: Piyush Goyal

India Stack is making governance faster, simpler and more accessible

India’s DPI is emerging as a global model for the Global South

AI is set to make public services more secure and citizen-centric

PM Modi’s 13 Independence Day speeches reflect an evolving focus, from cleanliness, financial inclusion and manufacturing to security, self-reliance, economic growth and youth empowerment

PM Modi's Independence Day address this year places greater emphasis on Sapta Dhara, AI, youth and India’s global ambitions

PM Modi invokes Vande Mataram at the Red Fort, highlights India’s journey from the “Fragile Five” in 2014 to the world’s fastest-growing major economy

Forex reserves reach $707 billion, rising $14.1 billion in a week

Foreign currency assets rise to $574.6 billion, while gold reserves reach $108.7 billion

Strong inflows through FCNR(B) deposits are expected to further strengthen India’s forex reserves

Armed Naxals are gone, ideological Naxalism (dimagi Naxalism), is looking for an opportunity: PM Modi

Where once Naxalite bullets were fired, in those very Naxal regions… the tricolour of development, trust and effort is flying: PM Modi

Ideological Naxals must be identified and isolated: PM Modi

PM Modi champions women’s empowerment and calls for greater political representation

PM Modi highlights women representatives leading from the front in Panchayats, Municipalities and Municipal Corporations

PM Modi urges political parties to ensure mothers and sisters receive their due rights and contribute to nation building

PM Modi highlights how 99% of India’s coastline has moved from ‘No Go’ to ‘Go Ahead’ for exploration

PM Modi underscores deep sea exploration as a key step towards strengthening India’s energy security

PM Modi links domestic resource exploration with the vision of an Aatmanirbhar Bharat

In his Independence Day address, PM Modi announced plans to provide free online coaching for various competitive examinations

Alongside the free coaching initiative, PM Modi also announced a plan to provide artificial intelligence skilling courses to 1 crore young people

The government plans to use India's existing digital public infrastructure and pool the expertise of teachers and educators to create the coaching network

Ahmedabad, which is hosting the 2030 Commonwealth Games, is also in contention to stage the 2036 Olympics

India must not only seek the opportunity to host the Olympics but also improve its participation across disciplines: PM Modi

PM Modi calls for India to become a more prominent destination for major international sporting competitions

PM Modi urges families to join the 100-week campaign aimed at creating greater awareness and preventing drug abuse among the country’s youth

My Bharat volunteers, NGOs, socio-cultural organisations and spiritual leaders have come together to plan a 100-week programme focused on the goal of a drug-free India: PM Modi

For our bright future, our young generation must be strong. Our youth’s capability should be utilised for our country: PM Modi

I commend the initiative of Prime Minister Narendra Modi in bringing the unsung heroes of our national movement to the centre stage: VP Thiru CP Radhakrishnan

India’s freedom was won through the collective resolve of countless heroes whose legacy continues to inspire generations: Thiru CP Radhakrishnan

Let us dedicate ourselves to building a Viksit Bharat @ 2047 in this Amrit Kaal and work together for the progress and prosperity of our nation: VP Radhakrishnan

Naxalism and Maoism has destroyed the aspirations of young people and kept large parts of the country under the grip of violence for decades: PM Modi

Naxalism had kept a large part of India and its population hostage for 4 decades with the barrel of a gun: PM Modi

Naxalite and Maoist violence no longer has the strength to sustain itself and is breathing its last: PM Modi

In his Independence Day speech, PM Modi announced free online coaching for various competitive examinations, aiming to reduce the financial burden of coaching classes on young aspirants

The free online coaching initiative will use India’s digital public infrastructure and talented educators to help young people prepare while staying closer to their families: PM Modi

PM Modi said the government wants to help families save the thousands of crores of rupees they currently spend on coaching, highlighting the motivation behind the free preparation initiative

PM Modi outlined “Sapt Dhara” as a roadmap for the Developed India Mission, expressing confidence that India will become a developed nation by 2047

PM Modi outlined “Sapt Dhara” as a roadmap for the Developed India Mission, expressing confidence that India will become a developed nation by 2047

PM Modi identified AI, quantum technology, space, robotics, data centres and next-generation communications as key areas for India to become a global innovation hub

India has gained new momentum after years of being held back by an attitude of “hoti hai”, “chalti hai”, “ho jaega” and “dekha jaega”: PM Modi

India’s development has been driven by the resolve and capabilities of its 1.4 billion citizens: PM Modi

PM Modi, in his Independence Day address, unveiled a seven-point development roadmap, which he termed “Shakti ki Sapta dhara”

PM Modi placed Gen Z at the centre of his I-Day address, announcing free online coaching for competitive exams and a programme to train one crore youth in AI skills

PM Modi said India aims to achieve 100 GW of nuclear power capacity, with a target of starting five nuclear reactors over the next decade to strengthen energy security

PM Modi warned people of India against “dimaagi naxals” and called for identifying and isolating those who try to create ruckus

PM Modi hoisted the Tricolour at the Red Fort for the 13th consecutive time on Independence Day, continuing his tradition of distinctive turbans for the occasion

On the occasion of the 80th Independence Day, PM Modi wore a bright deep-red Rajasthani turban with a yellow-and-white Bandhani pattern

Since 2014, PM Modi has worn a saffron turban five times during his 13 Independence Day appearances, including in 2025, 2021, 2020, 2018 and 2014

PM Modi wore a striking red Rajasthani turban for the 2026 Independence Day celebrations, drawing attention to his distinctive Red Fort look

PM Modi has made traditional turbans a distinctive part of his Independence Day appearances, with each year featuring a different combination of colours, patterns and regional styles

In 2025, PM Modi returned to a saffron look, wearing a saffron turban that was colour-coordinated with his jacket for the Independence Day ceremony

PM Modi urged political parties to support 33% reservation for women in the Lok Sabha and state assemblies, saying greater representation would give women a stronger role in policymaking

From the Red Fort, PM Modi appealed to parties to set aside political differences and work towards implementing the women’s reservation law

PM Modi said the Nari Shakti Vandan Adhiniyam has already been passed by Parliament, but its implementation has remained entangled in political differences

PM Modi set a target of having 50 Indian companies among the Fortune 500 within the coming decade, urging the country to aim higher in the global corporate landscape

PM Modi said at least one Indian bank should rank among the world’s top five banks, pointing to the growth of India’s banking sector and its potential to compete globally

PM Modi called for at least one Indian pharmaceutical company to feature among the world’s five largest pharmaceutical companies, aiming for global leadership in the pharma sector

Prime Minister Narendra Modi addressed the nation from the Red Fort on India’s 80th Independence Day

In his Independence Day address, PM Modi spoke about the power of collective ambition, determination and national dreams

A nation achieves its goals when it moves forward with confidence and draws strength from its dreams: PM Modi

When every country in the world is thinking about its own interests, India cannot remain merely a market for the world: PM Modi

PM Modi outlined the “Sapta Dhara" or seven streams of strength, identifying key areas that would contribute to building a developed India

In his Independence Day address, PM Modi called for accelerated efforts to ensure “Made in India" products reach every corner of the world

PM Modi appeals to all political parties to come together and ensure 33% representation for women in State Legislative Assemblies and the Lok Sabha

The Nari Shakti Vandan Adhiniyam was passed in Parliament with the aim of strengthening women's representation in politics: PM Modi

In his Independence Day speech, PM Modi highlighted the contribution of women representatives in Panchayats, Municipalities and Municipal Corporations

PM Modi warned that some nations are weaponising resources and even land, posing threats to globalisation

The weaponisation of resources and land by some nations is creating new challenges for globalisation: PM Modi

India’s self-reliance helped ensure adequate supplies of petrol, diesel, LPG and urea during the West Asia crisis: PM Modi

PM Modi highlights that Indian farmers are receiving a bag of urea at ₹300 despite its global market price reaching ₹3,000, with the government absorbing the burden

PM Modi says Indian farmers are being provided DAP at ₹1,350 despite its global market price reaching ₹5,000, protecting them from global price shocks

PM Modi highlights new opportunities for India’s shrimp and seafood exports following the latest FTA, urging the country to leverage global markets

Nearly 650 new universities have been added in 10–12 years, taking India’s total to close to 1,000: PM Modi

India’s medical colleges have risen from around 400 before 2014 to nearly 850 today, expanding opportunities for young Indians

One crore young people will be trained in AI skills over the next year, with the aim of enabling India’s youth to lead in the world of AI: PM Modi

PM Modi assured families affected by floods and landslips that the entire country stands with them and shares their pain and suffering

Addressing the nation from the Red Fort, PM Modi expressed solidarity with those affected by natural calamities across several parts of the country

PM Modi expressed solidarity with families affected by floods and landslips, assuring them of the government’s support during the difficult situation

'India was among the 'Fragile Five', now world's fastest-growing': PM Modi

India is dreaming big to touch new heights. I will make sure the country becomes developed by 2047: PM Modi

The world will be forced to look at India differently when the most populous country becomes a developed nation: PM Modi

‘Vande Mataram’ echoed from the Red Fort for the first time during Independence Day celebrations since Independence, marking a historic moment

PM Modi described the first-ever Independence Day rendering of ‘Vande Mataram’ at the Red Fort as a historic moment

2,500 participants from the Army, Navy, Air Force and My Bharat volunteers formed ‘Vande Mataram’ on Gyanpath during the Independence Day celebrations

PM Modi urged youngsters to spare one or two hours to participate in Census 2027 and contribute to the nation’s development

Accurate Census information will help shape policies and schemes while preparing India’s roadmap for development: PM Modi

Citizens can now provide their Census information digitally through their mobile phones, helping improve accuracy and reduce errors in data entry: PM Modi

Researchers at IISc’s SPIRE Lab have released SraVaani, the first multilingual Indian speech recognition model trained on 65 Indian languages and dialects

SraVaani, the first multilingual Indian speech recognition model is freely and publicly available on Hugging Face under an MIT licence

SraVaani extends automatic speech recognition to several regional and non-scheduled Indian languages that remain underserved by existing speech technology

India's gross gem and jewellery exports rose 2.44% year-on-year in US dollar terms to $9.17 billion during April-July 2026: GJEPC

Gold jewellery remains the largest export segment, with shipments rising 5.87% to $4.03 billion during April-July 2026: GJEPC

Gold jewellery remains the largest export segment, with shipments rising 5.87% to $4.03 billion during April-July 2026: GJEPC

The Taxation and Other Laws (Amendment) Bill 2026 is a transformative measure aimed at boosting global electronics supply chains

The Taxation and Other Laws (Amendment) Bill 2026 underlines the government’s dedication to creating a comprehensive electronics manufacturing environment in India

By eliminating tax barriers for both foreign manufacturers and Indian contract producers, the Taxation and Other Laws (Amendment) Bill 2026 ensures tax neutrality for stored components until 2041

Tata Motors, India’s largest commercial vehicle manufacturer, has supplied the first batch of state-of-the art Ultra EV air-conditioned electric buses to Srinagar

The delivery of the electric buses is a part of Tata Motor’s larger order to supply, maintain and operate 100 electric buses in Srinagar and 100 electric buses in Jammu

Tata Motors has supplied so far more than 1,000 electric buses across multiple cities in India, which have cumulatively clocked more than 9.6 crore km

India's electronics exports have surged over 11-fold to Rs 4.24 lakh crore in FY2025-26, with women comprising nearly 30% of the workforce: Government data

Electronic goods have now become India's third-largest export category, with exports reaching USD 47.96 billion in FY 2025: Data

According to the release, India's digital economy now accounts for up to 14% of GDP, as flagship initiatives have bolstered India's domestic manufacturing

Samsung Electronics is going to manufacture heating, ventilation, and air conditioning products for AI data centres in India

By combining Samsung’s AI and platform technologies with FläktGroup’s HVAC expertise, we will deliver exceptional value: Cheolgi Kim, head of digital appliance business

FläktGroup plans to progressively expand production to up to 6,500 HVAC units annually

The OPEC stated in a monthly update that most recent data for 2Q26 suggests that the Indian economy remains on a resilient footing overall

Consumption indicators held up, unemployment was broadly stable, industrial production growth remained firm: OPEC on Indian economy

India's near-term outlook remains robust, supported by a resilient services sector, steady momentum in investment and firm industrial activity: OPEC

Today, over 1.65-crore government employees learn on a common digital platform called iGOT Karmayogi: MoS Dr Jitendra Singh

The number of grievances the system handles has grown nearly ninefold, from about three lakh a year to nearly 27 lakh: MoS Dr Jitendra Singh

More than 12 lakh appointment letters handed out through rozgar melas in the past few years: MoS Dr Jitendra Singh

India is the only country in the world where diversity is not merely a characteristic - it is the very foundation of nationhood: Union Minister Kiren Rijiju

Every Indian language deserves equal dignity and equal opportunity to flourish: Union Minister Kiren Rijiju

The spirit of ‘Ek Bharat, Shreshtha Bharat’ is built on celebrating our differences while strengthening our shared national identity: Union Minister Kiren Rijiju

Car sales in India increased 34% last month to an all-time July high, with the benefit of improved affordability after the GST rate cut last year

According to data available with SIAM, automakers dispatched 457,810 cars, utility vehicles and vans, including EVs

Everything is growing, not only SUVs but also small cars. We are particularly seeing strong demand for CNG: Expert, marketing and sales in Maruti Suzuki

India's auto industry posted its strongest-ever July, with domestic sales climbing 24.3% to 24.11 lakh units: SIAM Data

For April-July 2026, cumulative production across all vehicle categories rose 23% to 1.24 crore units compared with the same period of 2025-26: SIAM Data

Passenger vehicle sales rose 34.3% to 4.58 lakh units in July 2026, up from 3.41 lakh units in July 2025: SIAM Data

The Govt of NCT of Delhi has notified 20% horizontal reservation for ex-Agniveers in direct recruitment to the posts of warder and matron in the prison department

The 20% quota for ex-Agniveers in the prison department has been provided by the Delhi LG in exercise of powers conferred by the proviso to Article 309 of the Constitution of India

The home ministry has reserved 50% of the posts at the constable (general duty) and rifleman level in all the CAPFs and Assam Rifles, for ex-Agniveers