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Cloudburst triggers flash flood in J&K's Kishtwar's Chositi area, 20 feared dead

A cloudburst has triggered flash flood in Jammu and Kashmir's Kishtwar's Chositi area. Casualties are feared in the area.

In the shadow of Partition: Stories of loss, hope and resilience

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.

Is there a ban on meat on Independence Day in Maharashtra? The controversy explained

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

How, and why, Indian diplomacy went from neutrality to realism

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

'Can't ignore incidents like Pahalgam terror attack': CJI Gavai as SC hears J&K statehood question

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

How India conquered space: From bicycles to the moon, mars & beyond

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

'A day to honour their grit': PM Modi marks Partition Horrors Remembrance Day

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.

India's first war to Operation Sindoor: 5 shifts transforming its military power

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

How many Pakistani jets India shot down in Op Sindoor? IAF confirmed 5, experts say 'evidence' of more

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

How a British judge divided India and Pakistan in just 5 weeks

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

DGCA issues warning to Air India over unregulated flight timings

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

Agniveers 'excellent' in Op Sindoor, Armed Forces reviewing their retention limit: Report

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

Why pay toll for highways that don't offer what they promise?

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

Har Ghar Tiranga: What are the rules to display the national flag?

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

Pak attack foiled in Uri sector: Soldier killed, Army officials dismiss reports of BAT action

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.

How foreign press covered India gaining Independence from British rule

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

The real story of Vande Mataram lies in how Bankim defied British arrogance

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

August 15, 1947: When Mahatma Gandhi warned Nehru’s ministers after PM had a ‘tryst with destiny’

While India celebrated freedom on Aug 15, 1947, Gandhi mourned its divisions. His warnings to Nehru's govt echo today as nation grapples with its past

How a British law to declare India independent in 1947 shaped its future

The significance of rule of law gets at times drowned by the loud chorus of celebrations. But it was a rule-of-law instrument that made India a legally independent country in 1947. The law was passed by the UK Parliament

A 350-word story of how India won Independence from Britain

While the nation lost generations of leaders fighting for freedom from the British colonial rule, here is a brief tale of India’s path to Independence as the country

Independence Day: How Gopinath Bordoloi saved Assam from a partitioned fate

It was only for Gopinath Bordoloi's fierce dedication and strategic brilliance that Assam escaped from becoming part of East Pakistan

With nearly 10 lakh stray dogs, how will Delhi implement the Supreme Court order?

Amid uproar over the Supreme Court's order to round up all stray dogs in Delhi and its neighbouring NCR regions within eight weeks, the CM Rekha Gupta-led government says preparations are already in motion to put the plan into action. The capital's Mayor Raja Iqbal Singh says the removal will be carried out in a 'phased manner' by the Municipal Corporation of Delhi, with primary focus on rabid canines

How UK’s Act of 1935 shaped India’s federal structure

The Constitution of India, established in 1950 laid the foundation for a federal system with a strong centre. The Government of India Act, 1935 served as a critical reference point for the drafting committee’s members when they drafted the constitution for independent India

How Indian North East's unsung heroes and rebellions defied British colonial rule

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