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Midnight wasn’t the end: What happened in first few hours of Independent India

India’s liberation from British rule was celebrated at midnight on August 15, 1947, as Jawaharlal Nehru captivated everyone with his famed ‘Tryst with Destiny’ speech. Following this historic moment, the newly formed government not only celebrated freedom but also faced daunting challenges related to governance and nation-building, with Lord Mountbatten taking charge as the first

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‘Much remains to be done’: CJI urges young lawyers to shoulder responsibility of future

Chief Justice Surya Kant addressed young lawyers at the Supreme Court Bar Association’s event. He acknowledged India’s progress while stressing much remains to be done. The responsibility of the legal profession will soon rest on their shoulders. He highlighted the historical connection between law and India’s freedom struggle. Young lawyers are encouraged to protect and

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‘Injury scare’ for Babar Azam ahead of England Tests as Pakistan captain rested

Pakistan captain Babar Azam sustained a hand injury during a warm-up match. He was forced to retire from the game as a precautionary measure. Azam is expected to return to training on Monday before the series begins. The three-Test series against England is scheduled to start on August 19. His availability remains a key talking

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Moose introduced in 1878 now threaten to wipe out Newfoundland’s forests

Introduced to Newfoundland more than a century ago as a food source, moose have surged in numbers, drastically altering the island’s forest ecosystem. The absence of natural predators allows these massive herbivores to devour young trees at alarming rates. To mitigate this issue and safeguard habitats, hunting quotas are thoughtfully managed, seeking to achieve a

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Chandigarh police use tear gas to stop Qaumi Insaaf morcha march towards guv’s house

Amid escalating tensions, law enforcement deployed tear gas and water cannons to scatter protesters intending to reach the Governor’s residence. Clad in solidarity, attendees attempted to breach police barricades while advocating for the release of Sikh prisoners. The march, led by the Qaumi Insaaf Morcha, found support from multiple Sikh organizations, showcasing the strength of

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‘Awarapan 2’ OTT release: When and where to stream Emraan Hashmi’s film

The romantic thriller Awarapan 2, starring Emraan Hashmi and Disha Patani, released in theatres on August 14. A sequel to Hashmi’s 2007 film ‘Awarapan’, the movie has already surpassed the lifetime collection of its predecessor on opening day itself, raking in over Rs. 21 crore at the box office despite stiff competition from ‘Batwara 1947’

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‘Pak’s war crimes’: Baloch activist posts video of ‘missile debris’, says 30 killed

Mir Yar Baloch has urged the US administration to impose sanctions on Pakistan and halt military support, including F-16 engine spare parts and upgrades to fighter jets and missile programmes. Pakistan’s military has rejected the claim of an airstrike and said the casualties were caused by a premature explosion involving a vehicle-borne improvised explosive device

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