Page 16 - Latest Updates on Independence Day
Must preserve basic principles on which country was founded: Mamata
People must do all it takes to preserve the basic principles on which this country was founded, West Bengal Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee said on the occasion of 74th Independence Day on Saturday.
 "Must preserve basic principles on which country was founded: Mamata")
Jagan hopes Centre would grant Special Category Status to AP in future
AP Chief Minister Y S Jagan Mohan Reddy hoped the Centre would have a change of heart if not today, in the future, and accord SCS to the state in accordance with the promise made in Parliament.
 "Jagan hopes Centre would grant Special Category Status to AP in future")
Eight focus areas in Prime Minister Modi's Independence Day address
The middle-class featured prominently in the PM's speech even as he steered clear of both serious growth challenges before the Indian economy and the pressure this was putting on public finances
 "Eight focus areas in Prime Minister Modi's Independence Day address")
Self-reliance to determine how high flag of freedom flies, says India Inc
Welcoming the National Digital Health Mission, Biocon CMD Kiran Mazumdar Shaw said it gives India's healthcare sector a digital backbone
 "Self-reliance to determine how high flag of freedom flies, says India Inc")
DRDO-developed anti-drone system deployed near Red Fort on Independence Day
It can be an effective counter to increased drone-based activity in the western and northern sectors of the country
 "DRDO-developed anti-drone system deployed near Red Fort on Independence Day")
India Coronavirus Dispatch: What Independence means to Covid-19 warriors
From asking students to stay in India to learning more about the plight of migrant workers forced to walk home during the pandemic
 "India Coronavirus Dispatch: What Independence means to Covid-19 warriors")
Health Mission to Covid-19 vaccine: Key takeaways from PM's I-Day speech
Prime Minister Modi also informed the country of a new Cyber Security Policy
Maharashtra deposited Rs 18,980 cr to make 2.95 mn farmers debt-free: CM
He said the government also procured 418.8 quintal cotton, highest in the last 10 years
 "Maharashtra deposited Rs 18,980 cr to make 2.95 mn farmers debt-free: CM")
From LAC to Aatmanirbhar Bharat, PM Modi's I-Day speech highlights in pics
The Red Fort lawns that remains filled to the brim on Independence Day, saw many vacant seats this year with the attendees wearing masks and maintaining social distancing
 "From LAC to Aatmanirbhar Bharat, PM Modi's I-Day speech highlights in pics")
Hope to complete metro phase 2 project in Bengaluru by 2024: Yediyurappa
The plans also include setting up of food court, traditional cottage industry, fun park for children and provide space for handloom exhibition and sale, he said
 "Hope to complete metro phase 2 project in Bengaluru by 2024: Yediyurappa")
We must 'Make for the world' as we 'Make in India': PM Modi in I-Day speech
PM Modi said that India was making enormous efforts to stand on its own feet and linked several initiatives taken recently for this effort
As India turns 74, citizens feel less optimistic about future: Survey
Citizens feel economic growth and prosperity in India will benefit only a select few
 "As India turns 74, citizens feel less optimistic about future: Survey")
US, India share close bonds of friendship and democratic traditions: Pompeo
The US and India work together on defence, counterterrorism, trade, investment, energy, the environment, healthcare, agriculture, science and technology, education, space, he says
 "US, India share close bonds of friendship and democratic traditions: Pompeo")
Many nations now looking to India for their supply chain operations: Modi
We need to stop exporting raw materials and buying finished goods, time has come to start adding value; 'Aatmanirbhar Bharat' a duty towards global good, says PM Modi in his Independence Day speech
'Aatmanirbhar Bharat' also means 'making for the world', says PM Modi
In his Independence Day speech from Red Fort, PM Modi says corona crisis not so big as to halt India's juggernaut, invokes 'Vocal for local' mantra of self-reliance, launches digital health mission
Independence Day: 35 Delhi Police personnel awarded Police Medals
IPS Rajesh Khurana, recently posted as Special Commissioner of Police (Intelligence), in Delhi, has been awarded president's police medal for distinguished service
 "Independence Day: 35 Delhi Police personnel awarded Police Medals")
Best of BS Opinion: The market as weapon, America first, and more
Here's a selection of Business Standard opinion pieces for the day
 "Best of BS Opinion: The market as weapon, America first, and more")
What's there to celebrate?
Independence Day should be a day for celebration and optimism. But what is there, in 2020, to celebrate?
India capable of meeting aggression with a befitting reply: Prez
The President said the pandemic had taught the world several lessons
 "India capable of meeting aggression with a befitting reply: Prez")
President's speech encapsulates the spirit of 1.3 bn Indians: PM Modi
"Insightful speech by Rashtrapati Ji. His remarks encapsulate the spirit of 130 crore Indians and highlight the path ahead to build a strong, prosperous and united nation," Modi tweeted
 "President's speech encapsulates the spirit of 1.3 bn Indians: PM Modi")