In response to the standoff with China, India has significantly accelerated infrastructure development along the LAC. This includes building roads, bridges, tunnels, and airfields in strategically important and challenging terrains. These developments have reduced travel times and distances to forward areas and serve as a deterrent to potential adversaries. The approach to border connectivity has evolved, with a shift from connecting population centers to establishing multiple access routes, including a third route to Ladakh. A tunnel is under construction at Shinku La Pass, which will be one of the highest in the world. The goal is to connect all the…
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On August 15, 2025, India will mark its 79th year of independence. The focus of the country and the world will be on Delhi’s iconic Red Fort, where Prime Minister Narendra Modi will deliver his address to the nation from the fort’s ramparts. This will be the Prime Minister’s twelfth Independence Day address. The program will commence around 7:30 AM. The national flag will be unfurled at 7:35 AM. At 7:37 AM, the national anthem will be sung, accompanied by a national salute. Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s speech will begin at 7:45 AM. The Prime Minister will be welcomed at…
Mrunal Thakur has found herself embroiled in controversy after an older video of hers, containing body-shaming comments directed towards Bipasha Basu, went viral. The actress has since offered a public apology for the remarks. The controversial video shows Thakur, during an interview with her co-star Arjit Taneja, making statements about Basu’s physical appearance. The remarks led to criticism from viewers, who accused Thakur of body-shaming. Taking to Instagram, Thakur addressed the situation, acknowledging her past actions. She mentioned that as a 19-year-old, she often spoke without fully considering the consequences of her words. She acknowledged that her remarks, even in…
The Delhi Metro will provide early morning services on August 15th to accommodate those attending the Independence Day celebrations at the Red Fort. Metro services will begin at 4:00 AM, according to the Delhi Metro Rail Corporation (DMRC). Trains will run every half hour from all terminal stations on all lines between 4:00 AM and 6:00 AM. Regular metro services will resume after 6:00 AM. The Ministry of Defence will provide special QR tickets for access to the Red Fort ceremony to those with original invitation letters. These tickets will cover travel to and from the venue, and the Delhi…
The release of ‘War 2,’ starring Hrithik Roshan and Jr. NTR, has generated considerable buzz, marking their first on-screen pairing and Jr. NTR’s Bollywood debut. However, the film faces a challenge from Rajinikanth’s ‘Coolie’ in the box office race. Initial predictions estimate that ‘War 2’ could gross Rs 52.5 crore on its opening day across India. The film is expected to perform best in the Hindi-speaking regions, contributing Rs 29 crore, followed by the Telugu market with Rs 23.25 crore. The Tamil market is predicted to contribute Rs 25 lakh. Despite the high expectations, ‘War 2’s’ predicted figures fall short…
As the conflict between Russia and Ukraine continues, President Trump is scheduled to meet with President Putin in Alaska on August 15th. This meeting comes amidst significant developments concerning the popular messaging app WhatsApp within Russia. The situation involves restrictions placed on WhatsApp and is described in detail below. WhatsApp has accused Russia of attempting to curtail the secure communication of millions of Russian citizens. The company alleges that Russia has restricted calls on the messaging app to encourage the use of domestic social media platforms and increase control over the internet. Russia responded by stating it has blocked some…
Despite a remarkable performance in England, where he scored 754 runs across five Tests, including four centuries, Shubman Gill’s place in the upcoming Asia Cup 2025 is not assured. Gill, last seen in a T20I in July 2024, has been excluded from India’s recent T20 series. His impressive IPL 2025 campaign, featuring 650 runs and a high strike rate, hasn’t secured his spot in the Asia Cup squad. The core issue isn’t Gill’s form but the current composition of the T20I batting lineup. Integrating him would involve potentially shifting players like Sanju Samson, Abhishek Sharma, or Tilak Varma, a move…
TVS is preparing to launch the Ntorq 150, entering the 150cc scooter market. The company, which initially made its mark with sporty designs in the 125cc segment, is now targeting competitors like Yamaha and Aprilia. A recent teaser showcases the upcoming Ntorq 150, following previous sightings of a test mule. The scooter is designed to compete with Yamaha’s Aerox 155, Aprilia SR175, and the soon-to-launch Hero Xoom 160. The Ntorq 150 will feature a quad-projector LED headlight setup and retain the current Ntorq design language. The scooter is rumored to have approximately 12 BHP of peak power and 13 N·m…
The upcoming Bihar Assembly elections in 2025 have ignited a fresh wave of controversy, focusing on the Special Intensive Revision (SIR) of electoral rolls. Allegations of irregularities have surfaced, including the presence of deceased individuals and the absence of eligible voters. Tejashwi Yadav, the RJD’s CM candidate and son of Lalu Prasad Yadav, has claimed his name is missing from the Election Commission’s draft voter list. He mentioned filling out the required form during the SIR process. He questioned how he would be able to contest the elections. Janata Dal (United) responded sharply, accusing Yadav of intentionally misleading the public…
The sanctity of marriage, often built on love, trust, and respect, was tested in a peculiar incident in Gumla, Jharkhand, where a husband orchestrated his wife’s marriage to her lover. Rinku Sahu, residing in the Sisai block, made the decision to unite his wife, Urmila Kumari, with her boyfriend after catching her trying to leave their home under the cover of darkness. Prior to the event, Rinku was aware of the affair and had tried to reconcile with Urmila, keeping in mind their three-year-old daughter, but his efforts were in vain. Urmila’s secret attempt to leave the house was foiled…