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Chennai: At a time when states including Tamil Nadu, Karnataka, Maharashtra and West Bengal are up against the three-language policy, Prime Minister Narendra Modi during his Independence Day speech emphasised “taking pride in different languages spoken in the country”. His statement comes at a time when two southern states, Tamil Nadu and Kerala, are heading to polls in May 2026 and when states like Tamil Nadu, Maharashtra and Kerala are opposing the imposition of Hindi. In recent years, language has not just been a cultural issue but a political flashpoint, often drawing sharp criticism and counter criticism between the Union…

New Delhi: Referring to Rashtriya Swayamsevak Sangh (RSS) as the ‘world’s biggest NGO,’ Prime Minister Narendra Modi in his Independence Day address lauded the Sangh for its role in nation-building. In what is being viewed as a major outreach, Modi speaking from the ramparts of the Red Fort praised the RSS’s role in nation-building and commended swayamsevaks (volunteers) who he said have served the nation for a century. “Today, I would like to proudly mention that 100 years ago, an organisation was born, the Rashtriya Swayamsevak Sangh. Hundred years of service to the nation is a proud, golden chapter. With…

Bengaluru witnessed a tragic accident on Independence Day when a powerful cylinder explosion in Wilson Garden claimed the life of a 10-year-old boy and left nine others seriously injured. Chief Minister Siddaramaiah, who visited the site, announced ₹5 lakh compensation for the bereaved family and assured that the government will bear all medical expenses for the injured.Also read: Telangana: 34 lives lost in devastating chemical factory blast in SangareddyThe blast occurred at the residence of Kasturamma, who also sustained severe injuries. The explosion’s intensity destroyed her home and damaged 13 neighbouring houses. One victim, a young boy, has reportedly lost…

DONETSK REGION, Ukraine (AP) — Days before the leaders of Russia and the U.S. hold a summit meeting in Alaska, Moscow’s forces breached Ukrainian lines in a series of infiltrations in the country’s industrial heartland of Donetsk.This week’s advances amount to only a limited success for Russia, analysts say, since it still needs to consolidate its gains before achieving a true breakthrough. Still, it’s a potentially dangerous moment for Ukraine.Russian President Vladimir Putin will likely try to persuade U.S. President Donald Trump to pressure Ukraine by arguing the 3 1/2-year-old war is going badly for Kyiv, said Mykola Bieleskov, a…

From highlighting the “threat” of infiltration or illegal immigration and announcing a mission to check “demographic change”, signaling his intent to stand up like “a wall” to protect the interests of farmers and fishermen amid contentious trade talks with the US, and announcing that a Diwali bonanza for people was in the offing in the form of GST rate cuts, to declaring that India will put in place a comprehensive defence system in the coming years – Prime Minister Narendra Modi touched economy to security, employment to self-reliance in his Independence Day speech.Crucially, he emphasised the illegal migration aspect, even…

A 10-year-old boy died and 12 persons were injured in a cylinder blast in Bengaluru on Friday, police said.ARTICLE CONTINUES BELOW VIDEO The incident happened at Chinnayanpalya of Wilson Garden, Central Bengaluru, a tightly packed predominantly residential neighbourhood where houses abut each other. Adu Godi Police said the injured have been shifted to a nearby hospital. “Rescue work is still going on,” an official said. Story continues below this ad According to Fire Department sources, the cylinder blast resulted in the collapse of 8-10 houses. A cylinder leak is suspected to have caused the explosion.

Bengaluru marked the 79th Independence Day with grandeur and patriotism as Chief Minister Siddaramaiah hoisted the national flag at the historic Manik Shah Parade Ground today. The event commenced at 9 a.m., with the CM saluting the tricolour before touring the parade in an open jeep and receiving a guard of honour.Also read: Karnataka to roll out digital signature system for hassle-free property registrationsSiddaramaiah highlights the state’s progress In his address to the people of Karnataka, Siddaramaiah highlighted the state’s progress and reiterated the government’s commitment to development and social welfare. State cabinet ministers, legislators, senior officials, and several freedom fighters…

Former Indian batting star and World Cup winner Suresh Raina has voiced his opinion on the ongoing speculation surrounding the potential ODI retirements of Virat Kohli and Rohit Sharma. Raina is firmly against the idea of these two legends being pushed out of the 50-over format, emphasizing that India currently lacks reliable players ready to fill the void they would leave behind. While it is acknowledged that both Kohli and Rohit are nearing the end of their careers and have stepped away from T20I and Test cricket, Raina raises concerns about how much longer they can realistically continue in ODIs.…

Apple TV+ Contains spoilers for “Foundation” Season 3, Episode 6 — “The Shape of Time” “Foundation” Season 3 continues to pick up steam as yet another Seldon Crisis approaches. In Episode 6, “The Shape of Time,” Lady Demerzel (Laura Birn) and Gaal Dornick (Lou Llobel) join forces as the Foundation prepares to resist the Mule (Pilou Asbæk), who unleashes an all-out assault against the capital planet of Terminus.  The episode also features a strange, confusing sequence in which the Mule’s happily kidnapped jester, Magnifico Giganticus (Tómas Lemarquis), plays a strange…

MELBOURNE, Australia (AP) — A senior lawyer in Australia has apologized to a judge for filing submissions in a murder case that included fake quotes and nonexistent case judgments generated by artificial intelligence.The blunder in the Supreme Court of Victoria state is another in a litany of mishaps AI has caused in justice systems around the world.Defense lawyer Rishi Nathwani, who holds the prestigious legal title of King’s Counsel, took “full responsibility” for filing incorrect information in submissions in the case of a teenager charged with murder, according to court documents seen by The Associated Press on Friday.“We are deeply…