Page 6 - Latest Updates on Independence Day
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
 "Many nations now looking to India for their supply chain operations: Modi")
'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
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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")
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")
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")
You have so much to be proud of: Israel PM Netanyahu greets India
Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu on Friday congratulated his Indian counterpart and a PM Modi and the people of India on the eve of the country's Independence Day
 "You have so much to be proud of: Israel PM Netanyahu greets India")
India can give befitting reply if enemy attacks us, says Rajnath Singh
In a message to the armed forces on the eve of Independence Day, he said India believes in winning hearts and not land
 "India can give befitting reply if enemy attacks us, says Rajnath Singh")
Security tightened in parts of Punjab, Haryana ahead of Independence Day
Tight security arrangements have been made in Punjab and Haryana ahead of the Independence Day, with vehicles being extensively checked at state borders
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India capable of giving befitting response to maintain peace: Prez Kovind
In his address to the nation on the eve of the 74th Independence Day, President Kovind also spoke about the 'Aatmanirbhar' initiative launched by Prime Minister Narendra Modi
AirAsia India offers 50,000 seats without base fares to armed forces
While the base fare will be waived off under the "RedPass" offer, airport fees, charges and taxes would be borne by the personnel
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Delhi Police slain Insp Mohan Chand Sharma, CRPF AC get 7th gallantry medal
Delhi Police Inspector Mohan Chand Sharma, who was killed during the 2008 Batla House encounter, has been awarded a gallantry medal posthumously for the seventh time
 "Delhi Police slain Insp Mohan Chand Sharma, CRPF AC get 7th gallantry medal")
Unscheduled transit flights can't land for specific hours in Delhi on I-Day
The Delhi International Airport Ltd said scheduled flights will operate as normal
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Flight restrictions imposed at Delhi airport on Independence Day
Also, no impact would be on IAF, BSF, army helicopter and the state-owned aircraft/helicopter can fly with Governor/Chief Minister of the state
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Multilayered security, distancing norms in place for 74th Independence Day
A security ring, including NSG snipers, elite SWAT commandos and kite catchers, will be placed around the Red Fort from where Prime Minister Narendra Modi will address the nation
 "Multilayered security, distancing norms in place for 74th Independence Day")
Patriotic number, invite to Covid warriors: India I-Day preparation in pics
The AAP government has decided to invite 'corona warriors', including a doctor, nurse and a plasma donor, for its Independence Day event to be held at the Delhi Secretariat
 "Patriotic number, invite to Covid warriors: India I-Day preparation in pics")
Corona warriors: Doctor, nurse among guests for Delhi govt's I-Day event
The AAP government has decided to invite 'corona warriors', including a doctor, nurse and a plasma donor, for its Independence Day event to be held at the Delhi Secretariat
 "Corona warriors: Doctor, nurse among guests for Delhi govt's I-Day event")
PM Modi to unveil friendly measures for honest taxpayers ahead of I-Day
Steps may include a taxpayer charter to empower assessees by outlining their right to get time-bound services and expansion of scope of faceless assessment to prevent harassment
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