In today’s afternoon digest, News18 brings you the latest update on Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s speech on Independence Day from the historic ramparts of the Red Fort, a massive cloudburst that struck
Chositi village in the remote Kishtwar district of Jammu and Kashmir on Thursday afternoon, and more.
PM Modi’s 15 Big Messages On I-Day: Protecting India’s Farmers, Waters, Demography And More
It was a speech heavy with resolve, bold in vision, and unapologetic in tone. From the historic ramparts of the Red Fort, Prime Minister Narendra Modi addressed the nation — not just with ceremonial greetings, but with a roadmap for the future and a warning to those who challenge India’s sovereignty. On India’s 79th Independence Day, the Prime Minister’s words echoed across the nation and beyond its borders. Read more
What Is PM Modi’s ‘Sudarshan Chakra’? A Mega Shield Of AI-Powered Missiles, Radars & Laser Defences
During a high-level security meeting in June, India’s leadership formally set its sights on building its own indigenous multi-layer aerial defence shield. The officials aware of the development said that the idea gained urgency during Operation Sindoor, when the need for a more robust system to counter multiple layers of aerial threats became evident.
Kishtwar Cloudburst: Death Toll Rises To 60, 167 Rescued; Search Ops Continue | Latest Updates
At least 60 people have been confirmed killed due to a massive cloudburst that struck Chositi village in the remote Kishtwar district of Jammu and Kashmir on Thursday afternoon. Search and rescue operations continue at the site, with the White Knight Corps deploying over 300 troops with relief stores and medical teams. Read more
Pune Motorcyclist Injured After Heavy Iron Load From Flyover Falls On Him | Video
In a tragic incident reported from Pune, a motorcyclist got severely injured after heavy iron load fell on him. The brutal accident has taken place in Pimpri-Chinchwad’s Bhosari area on Thursday afternoon. A CCTV footage of the horrific incident emerged and it shows several iron pieces falling from Bhosari flyover, severely injuring the rider. He got unconscious on the spot. Read more
Khalistani ‘Goons’ Create Ruckus In Australia, Disrupt Indian Independence Day Celebrations
An event to commemorate India’s 79th Independence Day outside the Consul General in Melbourne, Australia, was disrupted by pro-Khalistani individuals, who raised flags and created a ruckus outside the consulate premises. Indian nationals had peacefully gathered at the Consulate to celebrate India’s Independence Day, when some Khalistani “goons” created a ruckus and interrupted the celebrations, prompting law enforcement to intervene, according to The Australia Today. Read more
Shilpa Shetty Shares FIRST Post Amid Rs 60 Crore Cheating Case, Chants ‘Jai Hind’
Hours after Shilpa Shetty and her husband Raj Kundra were accused of cheating a Mumbai-based businessman of Rs 60 crore, the actress has now shared a new post on her Instagram stories. On Friday morning, Shilpa took to her social media handle and dropped a video from the sets of Super Dancer Chapter 5. Read more
Saaniya Chandhok Joins Tendulkar Family At Opening Of Sara’s Pilates Academy | Photos & Video
The family of legendary cricketer Sachin Tendulkar is all set to welcome Arjun Tendulkar’s significant other Saaniya Chandhok into their close-knit unit with the couple reportedly engaged to be married. As news of their betrothal broke, there was expected curiosity to know more about Saaniya, who is a veterinary technician in Mumbai.
