“Excessive dependence on others questions our independence,” PM Modi said from the Red Fort. “We must remain alert and committed to self-reliance.”
August 15, 2025Earlier in the day, PM Modi unfurled the tricolour at the Red Fort, marking his 12th Independence Day address. He urged citizens to honour the dreams of the freedom fighters and contribute to nation-building.
August 15, 2025Shah emphasised that farmers remain central to the Modi government’s vision, noting the continued focus on agricultural welfare alongside cutting-edge industrial and energy advancements.
August 15, 2025PM Modi likened these goals to the nation’s COVID vaccine achievement and UPI success, urging the youth to take up the challenge with determination.
August 15, 2025“I urge our young scientists, engineers, and professionals to develop Made-in-India jet engines for our fighter jets,” he said, positioning it as a strategic priority for national security.
August 15, 2025Warning against what he described as a “well-planned conspiracy,” PM Modi accused infiltrators of taking away livelihoods from Indian youth, targeting women, and misleading tribal communities to capture their land.
August 15, 2025The mission is envisioned as India’s answer to an Iron Dome-like defence system, capable of protecting critical infrastructure, including civilian areas, from aerial threats.
August 15, 2025“Today, when economic selfishness is rising in the global scenario, it is essential that we do not sit crying over these crises. If we move forward with courage, no selfishness can entangle us,” PM Modi declared.
August 15, 2025His remarks come against the backdrop of heightened trade tensions with the United States, which has imposed a 25% additional tariff on Indian goods, terming it a ‘penalty’ for India’s purchase of Russian oil.
August 15, 2025Six semiconductor manufacturing units are being developed under the India Semiconductor Mission, with four already approved at an investment of ₹4,600 crore.
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