From struggle to strength, President Murmu charts India’s path to 2047

IANS | August 14, 2025 8:14 PM

New Delhi, Aug 14 (IANS) On the eve of India’s 79th Independence Day, President Droupadi Murmu addressed the nation with a stirring reflection on its transformative journey - from the shadows of colonial rule to the dawn of democratic empowerment, economic vitality, and technological ascendancy.

Bihar voter list: ‘EC’s actions show due process, not prejudice’

IANS | August 14, 2025 8:09 PM

New Delhi, Aug 14 (IANS) The Supreme Court on Thursday directed the Election Commission of India (ECI) to publish online the list of over 65 lakh voters proposed for deletion during Bihar’s Special Intensive Revision (SIR) of electoral rolls. The move has placed the ECI at the heart of a heated political debate.

Access to basic facilities like tap water a right of citizens: President

IANS | August 14, 2025 7:39 PM

New Delhi, Aug 14 (IANS) In her address to the nation ahead of the 79th Independence Day, President Droupadi Murmu on Thursday showcased one of the government’s flagship schemes Jal Jeevan Mission (JJM), highlighting that access to basic facilities is the right of citizens.

Developed nation: Mere imagination or reality ?

Manu Gaur | August 14, 2025 6:38 PM

New Delhi, Aug 14 (IANS) On the occasion of the 78th anniversary of Bharat’s independence, while the nation is on its way to becoming the world’s third-largest economy, it still needs to focus on several other crucial aspects to truly become a developed nation.