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What is Indian Independence Day and how is it celebrated?

It marks a day of celebrations for Indians remembering their fight for liberation from British colonial rule

Evening Standard

PM pays tributes to victims of partition, Shah describes it as a “dark chapter of history”

“It is an occasion to remember the Indians who lost their lives during the partition. This day is also a reminder of the tribulation and struggle of those who were forced to migrate,” Prime Minister Narendra Modi said.

The Hindu

Mountbattens’ biographer claims he has been spied on by the British state

Andrew Lownie, a historian seeking access to diaries and documents, claims his activities have been monitored

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BJP’s fake factory stands exposed, Congress leader Jairam Ramesh says on the Sengol issue

The BJP’s claim that the ‘Sengol’ was a symbol of transfer of power from the British to former Prime Minister Jawaharlal Nehru has been exposed, Congress leader Jairam Ramesh said on June 9 citing an interview with The Hindu quoting a Tamil Nadu-based religious body’s chief.

The Hindu

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The Hindu

Not clear if Sengol was presented to Mountbatten, says Thiruvavaduthurai Adheenam head

Sri La Sri Ambalavana Desika Paramacharya Swamigal, the 24th pontiff of Thiruvavaduthurai Adheenam, said that there was no clear information whether the Sengol was given to Lord Mountbatten before it was presented to Jawaharlal Nehru

The Hindu

Here are the big stories from Tamil Nadu today

Welcome to the Tamil Nadu Today newsletter, your guide from The Hindu on the major news stories to follow today.

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India got its bearings and moorings right by placing the Sengol in the new Parliament building, says R.N. Ravi

The Hindu

Let us embrace this symbol from past to affirm values of our present: Tharoor on Sengol

Amid the raging Sengol row, Shashi Tharoor said the positions taken by the government and the Opposition on the issue are reconcilable, as he called for embracing this symbol from the past to affirm the values of our present.

The Hindu

Morning Digest | Only six religion options make it to next Census form; IMD retains its normal outlook for monsoon, and more

The Hindu’s Morning Digest brings readers a select list of stories to start the day

The Hindu

Souvenirs recorded math’s handover of sceptre to Mountbatten, says Thiruvavaduthurai Adheenam spokesperson

Special souvenirs published after Independence and the first Republic Day by the Tiruvaduthurai Adheenam had recorded an account of the mutt having handed over a sengol (sceptre) to Lord Mountbatten and later to Pandit Jawaharlal Nehru, according to an Adheenam spokesperson.

The Hindu

Sengol row | Congress kept a sacred symbol as ‘walking stick’, says Amit Shah

Congress leader Jairam Ramesh on May 26 claimed there was no documented evidence of Lord Mountbatten, C. Rajagopalachari and Jawaharlal Nehru describing the Sengol as a symbol of transfer of power by the British to India.

The Hindu

Congress claims no evidence of 'Sengol' being symbol of transfer of power by British to India

Congress leader Jairam Ramesh on May 26 claimed there is no documented evidence of Lord Mountbatten, C Rajagopalachari and Jawaharlal Nehru describing the ‘Sengol’ as a symbol of transfer of power by the British to India.

The Hindu

Inspired by the Cholas, handed over to Nehru: historic ‘Sengol’ to be installed in new Parliament building

A sengol or sceptre is going to be installed in the new parliament building. What has it got to do with India’s independence, Chola dynasty and Tamil traditions? Read to find out.

The Hindu

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Woman & Home

How did Elizabeth Taylor end up owning the Prince of Wales brooch, something that could’ve belonged to Princess Catherine today?

The Duchess of Windsor most likely took the official Prince of Wales brooch with her after Edward’s abdication

Salon

The King Charles you don't know

Director Tom Jennings on what he learned about the new king from making "Charles: In His Own Words"

Marie Claire

The Queen wrote her royal staff members’ dogs hilarious letters from her corgis

The royals have to be the most talked-about family in the world, with the Mountbatten-Windsors making news for everything from their eating habits to their fashion rules.

The Independent UK

How Charles and Camilla’s relationship is depicted in The Crown

From ‘tampongate’ to the ‘G and F’ bracelet

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The Guardian - UK

King Charles: 71 facts about his long road to the throne

Everything you need to know about man who became heir to British throne 71 years ago

The Conversation

Sinn Féin at the coronation: how to understand Michelle O'Neill's decision to attend King Charles's big day

Sinn Féin vice president Michelle O'Neill’s acceptance of the offer to attend the coronation of King Charles III may come a surprise to some. It is standard protocol for such an invitation to be made to all significant political parties in the UK, including those in the devolved regions, and…

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"I'm sorry but Sarah Ferguson's regressive comments on divorce don't sit well with me"

Preparations for the coronation of King Charles III are well underway, with the state event set for Saturday 6 May.

WhatToWatch

The Real Crown: release date, episode guide and all about the royal documentary

The lowdown on royal documentary The Real Crown: Inside The House of Windsor.

The Guardian - UK

Killing Thatcher by Rory Carroll review – death in Brighton

The gripping inside story of the 1984 Brighton bombing, its victims, and its unintended consequences

Evening Standard

Is the Royal Family German? Their heritage explained

The House of Windsor was formerly called the House of Saxe-Coburg-Gotha, which succeeded the house of Hanover.

The Guardian - UK

Philip Ziegler obituary

Diplomat and historian who wrote magisterial biographies of Harold Wilson, Lord Mountbatten and Edward Heath

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