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PM Modi I-Day Speech: Viksit Bharat Vision, Sapta Dhara Framework, and Youth Empowerment Announcements

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Prime Minister Narendra Modi delivered his 13th consecutive Independence Day address from the historic Red Fort on Saturday, marking India's 80th Independence Day and the 150th anniversary of Vande Mataram. In a speech centered on ambition, self-reliance, and youth power, Modi outlined a comprehensive roadmap to transform India...

U.S. Flags India’s Industrial Belt in China Tariff-Evasion Report

The United States has placed India among more than 40 countries facing an elevated risk of illegal transshipment, alleging that Chinese goods may be routed through third countries to avoid U.S. tariffs. A White...

Pakistan, Saudi Arabia and Turkey Defence Pact: Why the New Alliance Matters

Pakistan, Saudi Arabia and Turkey have signed a new defence agreement aimed at strengthening security cooperation amid rising tensions in West Asia. The pact states that an armed attack on any one of...

PM Modi Hosts India’s Commonwealth Games 2026 Medal Winners at 7 Lok Kalyan Marg

Prime Minister Narendra Modi hosted India’s medal winners from the Commonwealth Games 2026 at his official residence, 7 Lok Kalyan Marg, in New Delhi. The meeting was held to recognise the athletes’ strong performances at the...

India’s Retail Inflation Rises to 4.45% in July as Food and Fuel Costs Surge

India’s retail inflation increased to 4.45% in July 2026, marking a 19-month high, as food and fuel-related costs placed renewed pressure on household budgets. Inflation stood at 4.38% in June, according to provisional data released...

India’s Russian Oil Imports Rise as US Tariff Threat Grows

Russia’s share in India’s oil imports has reportedly climbed to 48%, marking a sharp increase in New Delhi’s dependence on Russian crude. The rise comes at a sensitive time, as the United States...

CAG Exposes CPWD Cost Inflation: 93% Projects Overestimated, ₹513 Crore Excess Drawn

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The Comptroller and Auditor General (CAG) of India has uncovered serious financial lapses in the functioning of the Central Public Works Department (CPWD), revealing that the agency systematically inflated project cost estimates and drew ₹513 crore in excess funds. In its latest audit report on Economic and Service Ministries, tabled in Parliament on August 13, 2026, the CAG highlighted fundamental flaws in how CPWD determines base rates for construction and maintenance works under its Delhi Schedule of Rates (DSR) 2021. Unrealistic Rate-Setting Methodology The CAG found that CPWD adopted an unrealistic methodology for collecting base rates while revising the DSR in 2021. Critically, the department did not conduct a proper market survey before updating the schedule, which...

Lok Sabha Clears Mining Law Amendment Without Debate as Opposition Protests

The Lok Sabha on Wednesday passed the Mines and Minerals Amendment Bill 2026 by voice vote without any discussion, even as Opposition MPs rushed into the...

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AI in Courts: CJI Surya Kant Says Technology Must Assist, Not Replace Human Judgment

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President Murmu Calls Students Architects of India’s Future, Promises Exam Reforms

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UN report warns AI could double data centre power and water use by 2030

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