With over 1,000 protected areas and milestones like the return of cheetahs and growth of tiger populations, India’s conservation story is not just about saving animals. It's about preserving a legacy. Here's a glimpse of both
From being the "Golden Bird" of global trade, India was reduced to 4% of the world’s GDP when the British left. Yet, in just 77 years, it has emerged as the world’s fourth-largest economy. How did this happen? We trace India’s extraordinary economic journey.
In 1947, India had just 38 engineering colleges and no computing industry. Today, it leads the world in digital payments and IT services. We track the defining moments that made this possible. We also look at the looming challenge—AI—and what India must do to stay ahead
At the time of Independence, India faced the challenge of having a massive population. Any social justice mission or public service had to be provided at unprecedented scale. Nearly eight decades later, New Delhi has perfected the art of creating services tailored to 1.4 billion people
India’s freedom struggle was shaped not only by its male leaders but also by countless women who defied colonial rule with unwavering courage. This Independence Day, we remember their sacrifices, resilience, and the indelible mark they left on history.
Kishtwar cloudburst LIVE updates: Large-scale rescue and relief efforts have commenced following the massive cloudburst in a remote village in Jammu and Kashmir's Kishtwar district on Thursday, which resulted in the death of at least 38 people and widespread damage
President Droupadi Murmu on Thursday (August 14) delivered the ceremonial address on the eve of Independence Day. Here is the full text of President Murmu's speech:
The president said that with 6.5 per cent GDP growth and world-leading digital payment adoption, India is charting a confident path toward becoming a developed economy
President Murmu remembered the horrors of 1947 partition and said that countrymen should never forget the pain inflicted due to it, adding that terrible violence was witnessed in the course of events and that the nation pays tributes to the victims of the follies of history.
India on Thursday said that the international Court of Arbitration lacks any legal authority to make pronouncements on the Indus Waters Treaty between India and Pakistan as New Delhi has never recognised the legitimacy of the court
"We have remained engaged with the Chinese side to facilitate the resumption of border trade through all the designated trade points — namely Lipulekh Pass in Uttarakhand, Shipki La Pass in Himachal Pradesh, and Nathu La Pass in Sikkim,” said MEA spokesperson Randhir Jaiswal
S&P Global Ratings has upgraded India's long-term credit rating to 'BBB' from 'BBB-', citing buoyant economic growth, fiscal consolidation, and efforts to improve spending quality.
From ancient kingdoms to colonialism and independence, India's sporting landscape has changed a lot. Decades ago, India was a hockey powerhouse, winning Olympic golds with ease. Today, the country is cricket crazy, dominating the financial and political side of the game. We trace India's sporting rise
A cloudburst has triggered flash flood in Jammu and Kashmir's Kishtwar's Chositi area. Casualties are feared in the area.
The Partition of India in 1947 was a painful turning point in history that forced millions to flee their homes. Speaking to Firstpost's Bhanu Pratap, many shared haunting memories of leaving everything behind with the fragile hope of starting anew from the dark shadow.
A major political storm has erupted after multiple civic bodies in Maharashtra directed meat shops and slaughterhouses to remain closed this Independence Day. Several Opposition leaders, and surprisingly Deputy CM Ajit Pawar as well, have criticised the ban as an attack on people's food choices, while CM Devendra Fadnavis has defended it as an old rule dating back more than three decades
In 1947, the world looked at us with doubt, today they look at us with hope. India was non-aligned before it was cool. Now we are multi-aligned because it is wise. Here's the story of Indian diplomacy since Independence
The apex court was hearing a petition filed by college teacher Zahoor Ahmed Bhat and activist Khurshid Ahmad Malik, arguing that the ongoing delay in restoring statehood to Jammu and Kashmir was negatively affecting the rights of its citizens
In a world once dominated by Cold War giants, India entered the space race on its own terms. With rocket parts on bicycles and labs in church buildings, a newly independent nation defied odds to build one of the most formidable space programmes. Here's the journey
Ahead of the Independence Day, Prime Minister Narendra Modi marked the 'Partition Horrors Remembrance Day' and said that the day honours the grit and ability to face unimaginable loss and still find the strength to start afresh of countless people who witnessed the Partition of India and Pakistan.
This is the story of how decades of challenges, wars, and innovation have shaped one of the world’s most capable defence forces — from building indigenous weapons to developing nuclear deterrence, from reforming strategy after every conflict to creating a modern, integrated force ready for the future
Aviation analyst and military expert Tom Cooper endorsed Indian Air Chief Marshal Amar Preet Singh's recent assertion that India shot down five Pakistani air force jets during Operation Sindoor
In 1947, India and Pakistan were split by a man who had never seen the subcontinent before. Sir Cyril Radcliffe had just five weeks to draw borders that would change millions of lives forever. The result? A rushed line that caused mass migration, bloodshed and decades of conflict
A regular spot check by the DGCA revealed that AI's Bangalore-London flights on May 16 and 17 exceeded the stipulated time of a maximum of 10 hours under Civil Aviation Requirement (CAR) Section 7, Series J, Part III
The army is currently exploring ways to enhance the retention of Agniveers based on their training, experience and expertise following the success of Operation Sindoor
A parliamentary panel has criticised charging tolls on incomplete or unsafe highways, urging a refund or waiver framework to protect motorists’ rights and ensure tolls are tied to road quality, safety and promised service levels. Read here
With the 79th Independence Day around the corner, India is gearing up to proudly hoist the tricolour in every home under the Har Ghar Tiranga campaign. But while hoisting the national flag fills us with pride, one must also realise that the tradition comes with its own code of conduct and doing it the wrong way is punishable by law
An Indian Army soldier was killed while foiling an infiltration attempt by Pakistani terrorist near the LoC in Uri, Baramulla, during the night of August 12–13. Officials said that BAT team was not involved in the attack after reports emerged.
The foreign press offered different perspectives on India's Independence, each reflecting their own understanding of this momentous event. While their focus varied, all agreed on one point: India's journey to freedom was a defining moment in the history of the 20th century
Vande Mataram is more than just a song. It is a potent encapsulation of India's struggle for independence. Its journey is said to have begun with a British colonel humiliating Bankim Chandra. But it was much more than a personal response