Prime Minister Narendra Modi lauded the Rashtriya Swayamsevak Sangh (RSS) from the Red Fort, acknowledging its century-long contribution to nation-building as a «proud and golden chapter.» He praised the organization's dedication to national service and character-building. Modi also honored Shyama Prasad Mookerjee, emphasizing the removal of Article 370 as a tribute to his vision of a unified nation.

Congress criticized PM Modi's Independence Day speech, particularly his mention of the RSS, deeming it a violation of secular principles and an attempt to appease the organization. Opposition parties, including CPM and TMC, also condemned the speech, with TMC accusing Modi of targeting «infiltrators.» Sena (UBT) remarked on Modi's endorsement of 'swadeshi', likening it to Congress's historical stance.

Prime Minister Modi delivered a 103-minute Independence Day speech, surpassing his previous record from last year and setting a new milestone. He also exceeded Indira Gandhi's record by delivering his 12th consecutive address from the Red Fort. However, Jawaharlal Nehru still holds the overall record with 17 consecutive I-Day speeches.

Le bal masqué 2025 de Mister Tahiti, c'est samedi 16 août au Hilton Hotel Tahiti. Une soirée immersive inspirée de la Rome antique. Les candidats y feront leur première apparition officielle. L’événement sera diffusé en direct sur la page Facebook de Polynésie la 1ère à partir de 20h, avec des contenus exclusifs à découvrir en stories tout au long de la soirée.

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Près de 1 500 fidèles ont défilé dans les rues de Papeete pour célébrer l’Assomption. Une marche de foi, mais aussi l’occasion de porter un message fort contre la drogue, fléau qui touche désormais toutes les couches de la société polynésienne.

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Prime Minister Narendra Modi announced grand plans to celebrate the second birth centenary of Jyotiba Phule, a 19th-century social reformer revered by OBCs for his anti-caste activism and advocacy for women's education. Modi emphasized Phule's principles of prioritizing the backward, stating his government is committed to implementing this mantra through transparent policies.

RSS chief Mohan Bhagwat advocates for regulating stray dog populations through sterilization and vaccination, aligning with existing Animal Birth Control rules. He opposes the Supreme Court's order to relocate strays to shelters, deeming it impractical. Bhagwat emphasizes balancing human needs with animal rights and environmental conservation, drawing parallels to traditional cattle rearing practices.

Prime Minister Narendra Modi announced 'Mission Sudarshan Chakra,' an indigenous air and missile defense shield, to provide complete security cover to strategic and civilian locations by 2035. This initiative, spurred by the recent cross-border tensions and threats, aims to develop a multi-layered defense system integrated with potent counter-offensive weapons.

Prime Minister Modi announced a 'high-powered demographic mission' to tackle infiltration and illegal immigration, citing threats to national security and demographic changes in border regions. He highlighted the issue of illegal immigrants impacting livelihoods and tribal lands.

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The Agence Française de Développement (AFD) has agreed to fund a study and documentation of traditional knowledge on climate change and cropping systems in Vanuatu and the Loyalty Islands in the French Territory of New Caledonia.

Young girls and mothers are being encouraged to spend less time on their phones and instead focus on weaving with pandanus leaves — a skill that not only preserves Vanuatu’s culture but also creates income opportunities.

The Vanuatu beef industry has moved forward with the support of the Pacific Agreement on Closer Economic Relations (PACER) Plus Implementation Unit, which has assisted Vanuatu Abattoirs Limited (VAL) in upgrading its Triton Software system. The upgrade, completed in February…

A last-minute relocation of Pango Mtaksou Association vendors from the selling space at the parking area near Port Vila’s main market during a recent cruise ship visit has sparked frustration and concerns over livelihoods, with some stallholders reporting no sales…

The Supreme Court has ordered the discontinuation of a constitutional case filed by President Nikenike Vurobaravu against Minister of Lands Rick Tchamako Mahe, ruling that Minister Mahe was wrongly sued as the Respondent in the matter.

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The Grok chatbot has reportedly been removed from a federal program after sparking controversy over offensive content Read Full Article at RT.com

Mikael Ajapahyan has dismissed as politically motivated charges of inciting a coup amid protests against PM Nikol Pashinyan Read Full Article at RT.com

New Delhi is planning to boost its export presence in an effort to mitigate the effects of the higher tariffs imposed by Washington Read Full Article at RT.com

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