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Let platform-building be a pattern, not an aberration

India, Aug. 15 -- On July 18, 2026, Skyroot Aerospace's Vikram-1 launch made India only the third country in the world, after the US and China, with private orbital launch capability. Skyroot was fou... Read More


Despite persecution, Khaleda Zia emerged as Bangladesh's most popular leader: Amir Khosru

Dhaka, Aug. 15 -- Finance Minister Amir Khosru Mahmud Chowdhury on Saturday said Begum Khaleda Zia emerged as Bangladesh's most popular leader despite repeated attempts to destroy her politically and ... Read More


Independence Day: 8 decades, 18 Lok Sabha polls - How Indian elections have evolved

New Delhi, Aug. 15 -- India adopted universal adult franchise from the beginning. The first general election, held in 1951-52, was an extraordinary democratic experiment for a newly independent, large... Read More


Independence Day: 8 decades, 18 Lok Sabhas - How Indian elections have evolved since 1947

New Delhi, Aug. 15 -- India adopted universal adult franchise from the beginning. The first general election, held in 1951-52, was an extraordinary democratic experiment for a newly independent, large... Read More


Teacher dies, three students critical after electrocution during Independence Day preparations in Odisha

India, Aug. 15 -- A teacher died and three students sustained serious injuries after they were reportedly electrocuted while preparing for an Independence Day flag-hoisting ceremony at a private educa... Read More


Gujarat leading way in realising mantra of 'Virasat thi Vikas' with spirit of 'Nation First', says CM Bhupendra Patel

Gandhinagar, Aug. 15 -- Addressing citizens after saluting the Tricolour at the dignified state-level celebration of the 80th Independence Day in Amreli, Chief Minister Bhupendra Patel proudly stated ... Read More


Union Minister Prahlad Joshi hoists National Flag at his residence in Delhi

New Delhi, Aug. 15 -- Union Minister of Education Prahlad Joshi on Saturday hoisted the National Flag on the occasion of the 80th Independence Day at his residence in Delhi. In a post on X, Union Min... Read More


Indonesia Earthquake Today: Powerful 7.7-Magnitude Quake Strikes Off Flores Island, Two Killed, Tsunami Warning Issued - Check Epicentre, Depth, Affected Areas and Latest Updates

India, Aug. 15 -- Indonesia Earthquake Live Update: A powerful earthquake turned parts of eastern Indonesia into scenes of panic early Saturday after a 7.7-magnitude tremor struck off Flores Island, s... Read More


Irelands alumina exports face scrutiny over possible links to Russias military supply chain

Bangladesh, Aug. 15 -- Ireland is facing growing scrutiny over exports of alumina from the countrys Aughinish refinery to Russia after an investigation by the Organized Crime and Corruption Reporting ... Read More


The American Dream is under pressure-and slogans wont save it

Bangladesh, Aug. 15 -- The American right is increasingly divided over a fundamental question: How should conservatives respond to the growing appeal of socialism among younger Americans? One camp bel... Read More