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15 Aug

Kishtwar Cloudburst Tragedy: Death Toll Reaches 60, Over 100 Injured; Rescue Operations Underway

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Kishtwar (National Times): A powerful cloudburst in Chisoti village, Kishtwar district, Jammu and Kashmir, on Thursday triggered devastating flash floods, claiming at least 60 lives and injuring more than 100 people. The sudden deluge struck as devotees were en route to the Machail Mata Yatra, leaving villages submerged and homes destroyed. Chief Minister Omar Abdullah confirmed the fatalities and warned that the numbers could rise as rescue teams continue searching for those still trapped. Authorities have shared photographs of the victims with families via WhatsApp groups, leading to the identification of 21 bodies so far. Over 160 people have been…

15 Aug

PM Modi Stands Firm Against US Tariffs, Vows to Defend Farmers and Fishermen

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New Delhi: Prime Minister Narendra Modi has pledged unwavering support for India’s farmers, livestock rearers, and fishermen, declaring he will “stand like a wall” against any policy threatening their livelihoods. His remarks, delivered during the 79th Independence Day address, came in response to steep tariffs recently announced by US President Donald Trump. “India’s farmers, livestock keepers, and fishermen are our pride and priority. No external pressure will ever force us to compromise on their interests,” PM Modi said from the Red Fort, underscoring that protecting rural communities remains central to his government’s policy. Tariff Tensions EscalateWashington’s decision to impose a…

15 Aug

PM Modi’s Independence Day Address Sends Stern Warning to Pakistan

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New Delhi (Rajeev Sharma): Prime Minister Narendra Modi used his Independence Day speech from the Red Fort to deliver a clear and uncompromising message to Pakistan, declaring that India will treat terrorists and their supporters as one and the same, and that any future provocation will meet a decisive response from the armed forces. Speaking on the 79th Independence Day, PM Modi lauded the success of Operation Sindoor, calling it a historic blow to Pakistan’s terror infrastructure. He noted that the scale of damage inflicted was so extensive that fresh details of its impact are still emerging. “What the Indian…

15 Aug

PM Modi Launches Rs 1 Lakh Crore Employment Scheme to Boost Opportunities for Youth

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New Delhi (Rajeev Sharma): Prime Minister Narendra Modi, in his Independence Day address from the Red Fort, unveiled the Pradhan Mantri Viksit Bharat Rozgar Yojana (PMVBRY) — a Rs 1 lakh crore initiative aimed at creating jobs and supporting young professionals entering the workforce for the first time. The scheme, effective immediately, seeks to generate over 3.5 crore employment opportunities within the next two years. Of these, nearly 1.92 crore positions will benefit first-time job seekers. The Union Cabinet had approved the proposal last month, as part of the government’s broader “Viksit Bharat” vision for inclusive and sustainable growth. Two-Part…

14 Aug

Uttarakhand CM Dhami Clears Job Quota for Agniveers, Tougher Anti-Conversion Law in Cabinet Decisions

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Dehradun, August 14, 2025 – In a major policy push, the Uttarakhand Cabinet led by Chief Minister Pushkar Singh Dhami on Wednesday approved a series of significant proposals, including job reservations for former Agniveers, stricter penalties for forced religious conversions, and compensation for families affected by the Lakhwar Hydroelectric Project. A total of 26 proposals were cleared in the meeting, covering key sectors such as law enforcement, infrastructure, energy, and social welfare.The Cabinet gave its nod to the ‘Agniveer Horizontal Reservation Rules 2025’, which provide up to 19 percent horizontal reservation in government jobs for Agniveers completing their service by…

14 Aug

India Warns Pakistan of ‘Painful Consequences’ After Nuclear Threat Remarks

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New Delhi, August 14, 2025: India on Thursday issued a stern warning to Pakistan, cautioning that any reckless misadventure, including nuclear threats, would invite “painful consequences” as demonstrated in the past.The response came after Pakistan’s Army Chief, General Asim Munir, during his US visit, threatened India with the possibility of a nuclear strike and warned of destroying any Indian dam on the Indus River.At the weekly briefing, Ministry of External Affairs (MEA) spokesperson Randhir Jaiswal condemned Pakistan’s “reckless warmongering and hateful comments.” He said, “Pakistan would be well advised to temper its rhetoric, as any misadventure will have painful consequences,…

14 Aug

US Treasury Warns India Could Face Higher Tariffs if Trump-Putin Talks Fail

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Washington, August 14, 2025: US Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent has warned that secondary tariffs on India could rise further if President Donald Trump’s upcoming talks with Russian President Vladimir Putin in Alaska do not deliver progress.In an interview with Bloomberg on Wednesday, Bessent said, “We put secondary tariffs on the Indians for buying Russian oil. I could see, if things don’t go well, then sanctions or secondary tariffs could go up.”President Trump last week announced 50 per cent tariffs on Indian imports, including a 25 per cent duty on crude oil purchases from Russia. The new measures are scheduled to…

14 Aug

President Murmu Hails Operation Sindoor, Highlights India’s Defence Self-Reliance in I-Day Eve Address

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New Delhi, August 14, 2025: President Droupadi Murmu on Thursday lauded India’s decisive response to the Pahalgam terrorist attack, crediting Operation Sindoor as a turning point in the nation’s fight against cross-border terrorism.In her address to the nation on the eve of the 79th Independence Day, Murmu condemned the “cowardly and utterly inhuman” killing of civilians and praised the armed forces for displaying “strategic clarity and technical capability” in dismantling terror infrastructure.Calling Operation Sindoor a “landmark in the global fight against terrorism,” the President said the military’s steely resolve destroyed multiple hubs, sending a strong message worldwide. “I believe Operation…

14 Aug

Krishna Janmashtami 2025: Date, Significance, and Shubh Muhurat for Puja

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National Times Bureau, Aug 14, 2025: Krishna Janmashtami, one of the most significant festivals in Hinduism, is celebrated every year with devotion and joy to mark the birth anniversary of Lord Shri Krishna. Observed on the Ashtami Tithi of Krishna Paksha in the month of Bhadrapada, the festival holds deep spiritual and cultural importance for devotees across India. This year, Krishna Janmashtami will be celebrated on August 16, 2025.According to religious beliefs, Lord Krishna was born in Kansa’s prison in Mathura on the Ashtami Tithi of Bhadrapada month, at midnight, under the Rohini Nakshatra. Since his birth is linked with…

14 Aug

ECI Objects to ‘Vote Theft’ Remark, Calls It an Attack on Voters’ Dignity: Sources

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National Times Bureau :- The Election Commission of India (ECI) has strongly objected to the use of phrases like “vote theft” by political leaders to allege electoral malpractice, terming such language an affront to the dignity of Indian voters and the integrity of election officials. Sources in the Commission said the principle of “one person, one vote” has been firmly upheld since India’s first general elections in 1951–52, and any allegations of duplicate voting must be backed by verifiable evidence. “If anyone has proof of an individual casting more than one vote in any election, it should be submitted to…