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15 Aug 2020, 6:50 PM

Gradual physical opening of Delhi High Court possible from September 1

Physical functioning of Delhi High Court, subordinate courts suspended till August 31; Gradual physical opening possible from September 1

15 Aug 2020, 6:24 PM

532 new COVID-19 positive cases in Jammu and Kashmir, 28,021 total cases

532 new COVID-19 positive cases, 734 recoveries & 7 deaths reported in Jammu and Kashmir today. Total number of cases rise to 28,021: Govt of J&K

15 Aug 2020, 6:17 PM

5,860 new COVID-19 positive cases in Tamil Nadu, 3,32,105 total cases

5,860 new COVID-19 positive cases, 5,236 discharges and 127 deaths reported in Tamil Nadu today. Total number of cases now at 3,32,105 including 54,213 active cases, 2,72,251 discharges and 5,641 deaths: State Health Department


15 Aug 2020, 6:16 PM

8732 new COVID-19 positive cases in Andhra Pradesh, 2,81,817 total cases

8732 new COVID-19 positive cases, 10,414 recoveries and 87 deaths reported in Andhra Pradesh, in the last 24 hours. Total number of cases rise to 2,81,817 including 88,138 active cases, 2,562 deaths and 1,91,117 recoveries: State COVID-19 Nodal Officer.

15 Aug 2020, 6:09 PM

3 dead, 4 injured in lightning strike at village in Chhattisgarh

3 dead, 4 injured in lightning strike at village in Chhattisgarh's Raigarh district: Police


15 Aug 2020, 5:45 PM

Total COVID positive cases in Himachal Pradesh stands at 3,907

Total COVID positive cases in Himachal Pradesh stands at 3,907 including 1,274 active cases, 2,580 recoveries and 17 deaths: State Health Department.

15 Aug 2020, 5:42 PM

Former India opener Chetan Chauhan critical, on life support

The health condition of former India opener Chetan Chauhan, who tested positive for COVID-19 last month, has worsened after he developed multi-organ failure and he is now on ventilator support at a medical facility in Gurugram.

The 73-year-old Chauhan, who is also a Cabinet Minister in Uttar Pradesh government, was admitted at the Sanjay Gandhi PGI Hospital in Lucknow after testing COVID-19 positive on July 12.

His condition did not improve and after other complications developed, he was shifted to Medanta in Gurugram.


15 Aug 2020, 5:42 PM

V-P Naidu condoles death of former prez Shankar Dayal Sharma's wife

Vice President M Venkaiah Naidu on Saturday condoled the death of Vimla Sharma, wife of former president Shankar Dayal Sharma.

Vimla Sharma, 93, had recovered from COVID-19 a few months ago.

"Saddened to hear about the demise of Smt. Vimala Sharma, wife of former President, Dr Shanker Dayal Sharma. My deepest condolences to the bereaved family members," the Vice President's Secretariat tweeted quoting Naidu.

Shankar Dayal Sharma served as the president between 1992 and 1997.

15 Aug 2020, 5:31 PM

The country will survive only when democracy survives, says Rajasthan CM Ashok Gehlot

We all have responsibility to keep democracy strong because the country will survive only when democracy survives: Rajasthan CM Ashok Gehlot.


15 Aug 2020, 4:48 PM

Punjab CM Amarinder Singh announces debt relief for landless farmers

Punjab CM Amarinder Singh announces debt relief for landless farmers, says state govt will help youth get 6 lakh jobs over next 2 years.

15 Aug 2020, 4:43 PM

Gujarat: Severe waterlogging in Surat following heavy rainfall in the city, in the last 24 hours


15 Aug 2020, 4:04 PM

Odisha reports highest single-day spike of 2,496 corona cases

Odisha reported its highest single-day spike of 2,496 new coronavirus cases in the last 24 hours, taking the state's total tally to 57,126, the Health Department said on Saturday.

The COVID-19 death toll climbed to 333 in Odisha with 9 more fatalities.

Four new deaths were reported in Sambalpur district, followed by 2 in Cuttack, and one each in Ganjam, Nayagarh, and Keonjhar districts.

15 Aug 2020, 3:19 PM

Congress - An ideology that has always been the voice of the nation, says Rahul

Congress - An ideology that has always been the voice of the nation , tweeted Rahul Gandhi


15 Aug 2020, 3:15 PM

Pak summons senior Indian diplomat over 'ceasefire violations'

Pakistan on Saturday summoned a senior diplomat from the Indian High Commission here to register its protest over the alleged ceasefire violations by the Indian forces along the Line of Control (LoC).

In a statement, the Foreign Office claimed that a three-year-old girl was injured in the firing by the Indian forces in Dhudhnial Sector on August 14.

15 Aug 2020, 3:01 PM

Bihar detects 3,536 more COVID-19 positive cases, 36,237 active cases

Bihar detects 3,536 more COVID-19 positive cases in the last 24 hours. Active cases in the state stand at 36,237: State Health Department.


15 Aug 2020, 2:46 PM

We must do all it takes to preserve the basic principles on which this country was founded: West Bengal CM Mamata Banerjee.

15 Aug 2020, 2:16 PM

Internet services on mobile devices snapped across Kashmir on Independence Day

Internet services on mobile devices snapped across Kashmir on Independence Day as precautionary measure but mobile phone services functioning as usual: Police official, reports ANI


15 Aug 2020, 2:06 PM

CBI arrests 3 Delhi Development Authority employee, including an assistant director, for allegedly receiving Rs 1 lakh bribe: Official

15 Aug 2020, 1:39 PM

Odisha's COVID-19 tally rises to 57,126 with record 2,496 new cases; nine more fatalities push toll to 333


15 Aug 2020, 1:23 PM

Legacy of Congress is Legacy of India, says Rahul Gandhi

Legacy of Congress is Legacy of India, tweeted Rahul Gandhi

15 Aug 2020, 12:28 PM

Independence Day celebrations & unfurling of National Flag at AICC HQ


15 Aug 2020, 12:03 PM

COVID-19: Will not open schools in Delhi unless we are fully convinced, says Chief Minister Arvind Kejriwal

15 Aug 2020, 12:03 PM

COVID-19 situation has been brought under control in Delhi with efforts of all: CM Kejriwal

COVID-19 situation has been brought under control in Delhi with efforts of all: CM Kejriwal


15 Aug 2020, 11:52 AM

President Ram Nath Kovind pays tribute at National War Memorial on Independence Day

Delhi: President Ram Nath Kovind pays tribute at National War Memorial on Independence Day. Chief of Defence Staff Gen Bipin Rawat, Army Chief Gen Manoj Mukund Naravane, Chief of Naval Staff Admiral Karambir Singh & Indian Air Force chief Air Chief Marshal RKS Bhadauria present.

15 Aug 2020, 11:15 AM

Fire broke out at a godown in Okhla Phase 1 area in Delhi

Fire broke out at a godown in Okhla Phase 1 area this morning. 10 fire tenders at the spot. More details awaited.


15 Aug 2020, 11:14 AM

"Faith" of Rajasthan has brought a "new light", says Randeep Surjewala

Today, the "faith" of Rajasthan has brought a "new light" to the darkness prevailing in many corners of the democracy. Today, the "belief in limitless possibilities" of the development of 8 crore citizens of Rajasthan has won by defeating hatred, negativity and despair.

The Modi government and the BJP, which are insulting and breaking majority govts across the country, should know that Rajasthan has never given up, Rajasthan has never lost.

If we fought with the British till our last breath, we will fight those tooo, to protect the Constitution and democracy. This is the lesson of winning the confidence vote.

The Leader of opposition in Rajasthan, Shri Gulab Kataria, afterall admitted that he had only 75 MLAs. The Congress had clear support of 123 MLAs. The claim of no confidence by his deputy Rajendra Rathore was dismissed.

Conspiracy failed, Rajasthan won, tweeted Randeep Surjewala.

15 Aug 2020, 10:42 AM

Arunachal Pradesh's COVID-19 caseload rises to 2,607

Arunachal Pradesh's COVID-19 caseload rises to 2,607 as 95 more people, including an MLA, test positive for the infection. One more fatality pushes death toll to five: Health official.


15 Aug 2020, 10:42 AM

Single-day spike of 65,002 cases take India's COVID-19 tally to 25,26,192

Single-day spike of 65,002 cases take India's COVID-19 tally to 25,26,192; death toll rises to 49,036 with 996 fresh fatalities: Centre

15 Aug 2020, 9:18 AM

Global COVID-19 cases surpass 21mn: Johns Hopkins

he overall number of global coronavirus cases has surpassed the 21 million mark, while the deaths were nearing 763,000, according to the Johns Hopkins University.

As of Saturday morning, the total number of cases stood at 21,066,992 and the fatalities rose to 762,997, the University's Center for Systems Science and Engineering (CSSE) revealed in its latest update.

The US accounted for the world's highest number of infections and fatalities at 5,309,138 and 168,396, respectively, according to the CSSE.

Brazil came in the second place with 3,226,443 infections and 105,490 deaths.


15 Aug 2020, 9:15 AM

Coronavirus may be a big challenge but not so big as to stop India's march towards self-reliance: PM Modi

15 Aug 2020, 9:05 AM

We are expanding NCC in border areas; special training will be provided to about one lakh new NCC cadets: PM Modi


15 Aug 2020, 9:05 AM

In next 1,000 days, Lakshadweep will also be connected with high-speed internet: PM Modi

15 Aug 2020, 9:05 AM

Today, neighbours are not only those with whom we share our geographical boundaries but also those with whom our hearts meet:PM


15 Aug 2020, 9:05 AM

Respect for India's sovereignty is supreme for us: PM Modi

15 Aug 2020, 8:59 AM

What India can do, world has seen it in Ladakh: PM Modi


15 Aug 2020, 8:54 AM

We are committed to hold assembly elections in Jammu and Kashmir once delimitation exercise is complete: PM Modi.

15 Aug 2020, 8:54 AM

Those who challenge India's sovereignty, be it LOC or LAC, have been given a befitting reply in their own language: PM Modi


15 Aug 2020, 8:51 AM

A special campaign with a holistic approach is also being worked out to reduce pollution in 100 selected cities of country: PM Modi

15 Aug 2020, 8:51 AM

Just as Sikkim has made its mark as an organic state, efforts are being made to make Ladakh a carbon neutral region: PM Modi


15 Aug 2020, 8:50 AM

We have to protect our freedom even at the cost of our lives, says Priyanka

India got independence after a long struggle and after sacrificing many lives. Crores of Indians fought together for truth and won. We have to protect our freedom even at the cost of our lives.

Salute to the soldiers defending the borders health workers, scavengers, farmers and laborers on the auspicious occasion of Independence Day, tweeted Priyanka Gandhi

15 Aug 2020, 8:47 AM

It was a year of a new development journey for Jammu and Kashmir: PM Modi


15 Aug 2020, 8:47 AM

Our roadmap to bring corona vaccine to all Indians in shortest possible time is ready: PM Modi

15 Aug 2020, 8:42 AM

Three corona vaccines are in various stages of trial in India; large-scale production will begin once we get nod from scientists: PM Modi


15 Aug 2020, 8:41 AM

National Digital Health Mission will bring a new revolution in India's health sector: PM Modi

15 Aug 2020, 8:41 AM

PM Modi announces launch of national digital health mission from today; all Indians to get health IDs


15 Aug 2020, 8:37 AM

New education policy aims to connect our children with their roots while making them global citizens: PM Modi

15 Aug 2020, 8:36 AM

We have decided to connect all 600,000 villages with optical fibres within 1,000 days: PM Modi


15 Aug 2020, 8:36 AM

Rahul Gandhi wishes nation on Independence Day

“The only alternative to coexistence is codestruction.” Jawaharlal Nehru

Best wishes on Independence Day, tweeted Rahul Gandhi.

15 Aug 2020, 8:27 AM

Middle-class has potential and wants new opportunities: PM Modi


15 Aug 2020, 8:27 AM

Over one lakh households are being provided drinking water under Jal Jeevan mission: PM Modi

15 Aug 2020, 8:25 AM

An agriculture infrastructure fund of Rs one lakh crore has been created to give modern infrastructure to farmers: PM Modi


15 Aug 2020, 8:24 AM

Self-reliant India has an important priority -- self-sufficient agriculture sector and self-reliant farmers: PM Modi

15 Aug 2020, 8:24 AM

Seven crore poor families were given free gas cylinders: PM Modi


15 Aug 2020, 8:22 AM

About Rs 90,000 crore directly transferred to bank accounts of poor, says PM Modi

About Rs 90,000 crore directly transferred to bank accounts of poor; over 80 crore people provided free food grains: PM Modi

15 Aug 2020, 8:18 AM

We have to remove silos and entire country has to move towards multi-modal connectivity infrastructure: PM Modi


15 Aug 2020, 8:18 AM

About 7,000 projects of different sectors have been identified to bring new revolution in infrastructure: PM Modi

15 Aug 2020, 8:14 AM

We have to move forward with mantra of 'Make in India' as well as 'Make for World': PM Modi


15 Aug 2020, 8:14 AM

Today, many big companies of world are turning to India: PM Modi on Indian economy

15 Aug 2020, 8:10 AM

Self-sufficient India means not only reducing imports, but also increasing our skills, our creativity: PM


15 Aug 2020, 8:10 AM

FDI inflows have risen by 18% in past year, says PM Modi

FDI inflows have risen by 18 % in past year: PM Narendra Modi in his Independence Day speech

15 Aug 2020, 8:08 AM

I am confident that measures like opening up space sector will generate many new employment opportunities: PM Modi

I am confident that measures like opening up space sector will generate many new employment opportunities for our youth: PM Modi


15 Aug 2020, 8:08 AM

Mindset today should be 'vocal for local', says PM Modi

Mindset today should be 'vocal for local', says PM Modi in his Independence Day speech

15 Aug 2020, 8:06 AM

We have to go beyond reducing our imports: PM Narendra Modi


15 Aug 2020, 8:06 AM

For how long India will export raw materials and import finished products; country has to become self-reliant: PM Modi

15 Aug 2020, 8:03 AM

While we focus on economic growth and development, humanity must retain a central role in this process: PM Modi


15 Aug 2020, 8:03 AM

India's share in world economy should increase for which we have to be self-reliant: PM Modi

15 Aug 2020, 8:03 AM

It is necessary for us to prepare ourselves to make India self-reliant, says PM Modi


15 Aug 2020, 8:02 AM

Indians resolve to become 'self-reliant', says PM Modi

In midst of coronavirus pandemic, Indians resolve to become 'self-reliant'; this is not a word but mantra for all people: PM Modi

15 Aug 2020, 8:01 AM

India became a challenge to forces of expansionism with its freedom struggle: PM Modi


15 Aug 2020, 8:01 AM

PM Narendra Modi reassures full support to citizens affected by natural calamities and disasters

15 Aug 2020, 7:55 AM

All attempts were made to root out our cultures and traditions in past: PM Narendra Modi


15 Aug 2020, 7:54 AM

We will achieve victory over coronavirus with resolve of people of country, says PM Modi

We will achieve victory over coronavirus with resolve of people of country: PM Narendra Modi

15 Aug 2020, 7:54 AM

We are going through a unique situation because of coronavirus pandemic and hail 'corona warriors': PM Modi

We are going through a unique situation because of coronavirus pandemic and hail 'corona warriors': PM Modi


15 Aug 2020, 7:54 AM

Prime Minister Narendra Modi begins Independence Day address by paying tributes to freedom fighters and security forces

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