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Nov 17, 2025: Toxic air stains Delhi’s heritage

Air pollution impacts heritage sites too. In September, a report pointed to black crusts on the walls of the Red Fort. In 2018, the Supreme Court said that the Taj Mahal had turned yellow and greenish-brown due to air and water pollution.

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After Sindoor, a new threat emerges: How ‘educated terror’ slipped past India’s security grid

A week after the Red Fort car blast, investigators are still piecing together an alleged white-collar terror module – one that has revived fears of “home-grown” radicalisation after years of security focus on Pakistan-based jihadi tanzeems. With several doctors among those arrested, some linked to Faridabad’s Al Falah University, the…

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TV Newsance 321: Delhi blast and how media lost the plot

This week on TV Newsance, we break down the Delhi bomb blast tragedy that claimed 13 lives and injured dozens near the Red Fort, one of the busiest, most crowded pockets of Old Delhi. Newslaundry reporters hit the ground an hour later to talk to eyewitnesses and assess the situation…

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Friends on a bike, pharmacist who left early: Those who never came home after Red Fort blast

A printing press worker from a village in Uttar Pradesh’s Shravasti. Two friends from UP’s Amroha who met for the last time near the Red Fort. A 19-year-old shopkeeper from Shamli carrying the weight of six lives on his shoulders. A young cab driver on his tenth day at work.…

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‘They all wear Islamic topis…beard’: When reporting turns into profiling

Delhi is reeling from a deadly blast outside Gate No. 1 of the Red Fort Metro Station, which has claimed at least 13 lives and injured several others.

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Those Behind Delhi Blast 'Will Not Be Spared,' Indian Prime Minister Warns After Deadly Explosion

Following a blast near the Red Fort metro station in Delhi, Premier Narendra Modi and Home Minister Amit Shah vowed the perpetrators "will not be spared" as investigations under anti-terror laws intensify.

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Red Fort blast: ‘Slow moving car’ explodes near iconic Delhi landmark killing 8 people

Police investigate vehicle blast in old Delhi that left dozens injured and sent security forces on high alert

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‘Felt like an earthquake…body parts scattered’: Witnesses on Delhi blast that left at least 8 dead

At least eight people have been killed and at least 18 injured after a high-intensity explosion ripped through a car near the Red Fort in Delhi on Monday evening. The blast, which occurred around 6.52 pm at a traffic signal in a crowded area, set off panic and caused extensive…

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At least eight killed after car explodes near Red Fort tourist site in New Delhi, police say

Several fire engines rushed to the scene after the blast was reported near one of the gates of the Red Fort metro station, the city's fire services said.

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Delhi’s toxic air is turning iconic Red Fort black, scientists warn

Black crusts up to half a millimetre thick found on walls exposed to heavy traffic

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"Keep challenging yourself": Milind Soman's fitness mantra for all

Milind Soman finished a 240 kilometer Unity Run at Vasai Virar Fort recently. India's undefeated and most popular fitness icon covered 240 kilometers bare foot from Pune on August 10. With the third edition of the Unity Run, Milind has covered over 1100 kilometers. The first Unity Run saw him…

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You are an important part of my 2036 team, helping India host the Olympics: PM Narendra Modi to Paris 2024 Olympians

During his Independence Day speech from the Red Fort, Prime Minister Narendra Modi had mentioned about India's endeavour to host the 2036 Olympics. The day after that, while meeting the Paris 2024 contingent, the PM sought feedback from the Indian athletes to ensure that the country is best prepared in…

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"I request all countrymen and political parties to come forward for one nation one election" says PM Modi

PM Narendra Modi on Thursday, in his address to the nation from the ramparts of the Red Fort on the 78th Independence Day emphasised bringing one nation and one election in the country adding that these days every welfare scheme is linked to elections. Read further on Dynamite News:

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Security tightens across country ahead of Independence Day

Ahead of Independence Day celebrations, security has been beefed up across the country. As Prime Minister Narendra Modi will hoist the Tricolour at the Red Fort and address the nation on Thursday. Read further on Dynamite News:

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Independence Day: Delhi Police enhance security at Red Fort with advanced CCTV

Independence Day celebrations, the Red Fort. Read further on Dynamite News:

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Narendra Modi's Independence Day speech sounded more like a snake oil salesman than a statesman

Narendra Modi’s tenth consecutive Independence Day speech as Indian prime minister, delivered from the Red Fort in Delhi on August 15, was long (90 minutes) and characteristically loaded with bombast. It was not the inclusive message of a statesman seeking to address a nation’s challenges and opportunities, but more of…

The Times of India

When CJI D Y Chandrachud returned PM Modi’s compliments with folded hands

NEW DELHI: Prime Minister Narendra Modi, while addressing the nation from the ramparts of the Red Fort on Independence Day on Tuesday, praised the Supreme Court for its decision to provide the operative parts of its judgments to the concerned people in their regional language. Chief Justice of India (CJI)…

The Times of India

Congress alleges PM Modi’s Independence Day speech filled with ‘distortions, lies, exaggerations and vague promises’

NEW DELHI: The principal opposition Congress party on Tuesday lashed out at Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s Independence Day speech from the ramparts of the Red Fort terming it as a "crass election speech filled with distortions, lies, exaggerations and vague promises". It also accused the PM of making the event…

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Congress chief Mallikarjun Kharge bypasses Independence Day event at Red Fort, says democracy under threat

NEW DELHI: Congress president and leader of opposition in the Rajya Sabha Mallikarjun Kharge on Tuesday absented himself from the Independence Day function at the Red Fort. He hoisted the national flag at the party headquarters in the national capital where he attacked the Modi government alleging that democracy and…

The Hindu

Upcoming G-20 summit gilds Independence Day celebrations

Celebrations at Red Fort for 77th Independence Day: Thousands flocked to Red Fort in New Delhi to celebrate the nation's 77th Independence Day, with dignitaries, students, and citizens in attendance. PM Modi paid tribute to Mahatma Gandhi and unfurled the tricolour, followed by a 21 Gun Salute and national anthem.…

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Vishwakarma scheme, economy, Manipur: Key takeaways from Modi’s Independence Day speech

With the Red Fort’s ramparts missing the usual heavy floral decorations this time, Prime Minister Narendra Modi began his Independence Day speech by referring to citizens as his “parivarjan” (family members), instead of his usual “mere pyaare deshwaasiyon” (my beloved countrymen).

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PM Modi addresses countrymen as ‘Parivarjan’ in his 10th Independence Day speech

Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Tuesday addressed fellow countrymen as 'parivarjan' (family members) on the 77th Independence Day. Read further on Dynamite News

The Times of India

Happy Independence Day 2023: Best Wishes, Quotes, Slogans, Poster Drawing Ideas and Captions

It was at the stroke of midnight on August 15, 1947, when India finally attained freedom from the British Raj for over 200 years. And so, in memory of this historic event, India's Independence Day is celebrated on August 15 every year. It's a day when Indians remember the selfless…

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Sarpanches of vibrant villages, farmers, fishermen invited to attend Independence Day celebrations

Around 1,800 special guests from all over India will be attending the Independence Day Flag hoisting by Prime Minister Narendra Modi at the Red Fort. Read further on Dynamite News:

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Ro Khanna to raise human rights issues during India visit, say U.S. civil rights organisations

This week, Ro Khanna announced that he would lead a bipartisan congressional delegation to India that had been invited to attend Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s annual Independence Day speech at the Red Fort on August 15. During the visit, the delegation will meet PM Modi, External Affairs Minister S. Jaishankar…

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