In the national capital, historical monuments, iconic landmarks and government buildings were lit up in the colours of the national flag to commemorate the freedom movement that led to the country's independence in 1947.
Mohan, the 1989-batch Indian Administrative Service (IAS) officer of Sikkim cadre, has been moved from the Ministry of Culture, where he is Secretary, as Officer on Special Duty in the Ministry of Home Affairs with "immediate effect".
The Delhi High Court on Wednesday sought BJP MP Bansuri Swaraj's response to a plea moved by Aam Aadmi Party (AAP) leader Somnath Bharti challenging her victory in the Lok Sabha election from the New Delhi constituency on grounds of alleged 'corrupt practices'.
The Delhi High Court's Justice Subramonium Prasad on Wednesday recused himself from hearing the plea filed by alleged conman Sukesh Chandrasekhar, seeking additional meetings in jail with his lawyers.
India's experienced skipper Rohit Sharma closes in on Babar Azam at the top of the ODI rankings for batters, while a Sri Lanka opener also makes his move.
Thailand's Constitutional Court removed Prime Minister Srettha Thavisin on August 14 for appointing a former lawyer with a jail record, citing a breach of ethical standards. This decision, marking the fourth prime minister ousted by the court in 16 years, prompts a parliamentary search for a
The East Turkistan National Movement (ETNM), a US-based organisation committed to raising awareness about human rights abuses against Uyghur Muslims in the Xinjiang region, called on the International Community, human rights authorities and human rights activists to support them in the fight
Pakistan's federal government has reduced petrol prices by Rs 8.47 per litre and high-speed diesel by Rs 6.70 per litre for the next two weeks, following a global drop in fuel prices. The new petrol price is Rs 260.96, and diesel is Rs 266.07. This move, announced before Independence Day, ai
Manipal (Karnataka) [India], August 14: The National Institutional Ranking Framework (NIRF) ranked Manipal Academy of Higher Education (MAHE) 4th rank Nationally in the university category, making it one of the top 10 universities in the country. MAHE's position moved to 4th from 6th last ye
Bengaluru (Karnataka) [India], August 14: In a move that signifies a new era of innovation, sustainability, and growth, Champion Infratech proudly introduces its visionary new logo and brand identity. This fresh, dynamic branding is more than just a visual update; it embodies the company's c
Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaff chief Imran Khan distanced his party from the former spy boss. General Hameed had served as ISI chief when Imran Khan was the Prime Minister and was said to be the prime mover behind the return of the Taliban to power in Afghanistan.