PM Narendra Modi, in his 11th Independence Day speech, emphasized his government’s unwavering focus on core agendas, including implementing a uniform civil code, conducting simultaneous elections, and fighting corruption. He highlighted government achievements and urged for collective efforts towards a developed nation by 2047. Modi also criticized opposition tactics, urging young, politically unconnected individuals to enter politics.

Aaj Ka Panchang, August 16, 2024: Four festivals – Varalakshmi Vrat, Simha Sankranti, Shravana Putrada Ekadashi, and Damodara Dwadash – will be observed today on Friday.

The islands could reveal why animal life first emerged on our planet after its biggest ever freeze. 

​The islands could reveal why animal life first emerged on our planet after its biggest ever freeze.