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The US-Iran war is being fought not just in the skies or around the Strait of Hormuz, but also across social media. As missiles and drone attacks dominate the headlines, misinformation, memes and competing claims are emerging as another battleground, influencing the course of the war and stalled ceasefire efforts in real time. Read The Full Report Here: https://www.freepressjournal.in/world/how-an-indian-social-media-post-became-a-fake-iran-nuke-claim-cited-by-israeli-pm-netanyahu

Two persons were killed and 14 were reported injured after Indian-origin billionaire Lakshmi Mittal's ArcelorMittal mining and metallurgical complex in Kryvyi Rih, Ukraine's largest integrated steel unit, came under a missile attack by Russia. The strike is seen as a retaliation for a Ukrainian drone barrage that killed two people, injured 14 workers, and forced a partial halt to production after damaging core energy and blast-furnace operations. Read The Full Report Here: https://www.freepressjournal.in/business/russian-missile-hits-lakshmi-mittals-ukraine-steel-plant-2-killed-blast-furnace-and-power-units-damaged

At least seven women were killed and more than 12 people injured in a stampede near Ashokdham temple in Bihar’s Lakhisarai district on Monday, with officials warning that the death toll could rise. A senior police official confirmed the deaths, while rescue and relief operations were underway at the site. Read The Full Report Here: https://www.freepressjournal.in/india/bihar-temple-stampede-6-devotees-killed-several-injured-at-ashok-dham-as-massive-shravan-rush-sparks-chaos-video

Student leader Devendra Nath Mahto, who completed 15 days of hunger strike of alleged irregularities in the Jharkhand Public Service Commission (JPSC) and Jharkhand Staff Selection Commission (JSSC), on Sunday called for permanent reforms in the education system to ensure that future generations do not face similar hardships. Read The Full Report Here: https://www.freepressjournal.in/education/jpsc-jssc-recruitment-row-permanent-education-reforms-needed-says-devendra-nath-mahto-as-15-day-hunger-strike-reaches-critical-phase-video

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A striking video showing the Indian Tricolour floating against the backdrop of Earth has gone viral on social media, sparking curiosity among netizens on Independence Day. The footage, shared by a social media account named ISRO Insight, features a small payload carrying the Tiranga high above the Earth, accompanied by a message celebrating India’s 80th Independence Day. Read the full report here: https://www.freepressjournal.in/lifestyle/independence-day-did-isro-really-unfurl-the-tiranga-in-space-viral-video-sparks-curiosity

Bangladesh Prime Minister Tarique Rahman is likely to undertake his first official visit to India between August 20 and August 25, with Dhaka and New Delhi currently discussing the exact dates, Daily Star reported, citing diplomatic sources. Read The Full Report Here: https://www.freepressjournal.in/world/bangladesh-pm-tarique-rahman-likely-to-visit-india-between-august-20-25-amid-sheikh-hasina-extradition-row

Amid the ongoing political controversy over ‘Vande Mataram’, the complete national song was played at the Congress headquarters in New Delhi on Saturday as India celebrated its 80th Independence Day. Congress president Mallikarjun Kharge, Leader of Opposition in the Lok Sabha Rahul Gandhi and Congress Parliamentary Party chairperson Sonia Gandhi were present during the celebrations. Read The Full Report Here: https://www.freepressjournal.in/india/independence-day-2026-did-sonia-gandhi-ask-to-stop-full-vande-mataram-from-playing-at-congress-hq-heres-the-truth-behind-viral-video

Calling it a ‘massive honour’ to be part of India’s milestone 600th Test match, star left-arm wrist-spinner Kuldeep Yadav on Saturday said the team has had ample time to adapt to local conditions and get used to the Kookaburra ball ahead of the upcoming series against Sri Lanka. Read The Full Report Here: https://www.freepressjournal.in/sports/massive-honour-kuldeep-yadav-on-being-part-of-indias-historic-600th-test-on-independence-day-says-10-days-preparation-was-crucial

Prime Minister Narendra Modi addressed the nation from the ramparts of the Red Fort on Saturday as India celebrated its 80th Independence Day. He paid tribute to Mahatma Gandhi, freedom fighters and revolutionaries, while outlining India’s development journey and the vision of a developed India by 2047. Read The Full Report Here: https://www.freepressjournal.in/india/we-must-dream-big-top-quotes-from-pm-modis-independence-day-2026-speech

Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Saturday said India faced multiple challenges over the last 12 years, including the COVID-19 pandemic and conflicts in Ukraine and West Asia, but the government's citizen-first approach helped the country navigate these crises. Read The Full Report Here: https://www.freepressjournal.in/india/nagrik-devo-bhava-pm-modi-says-citizen-first-approach-helped-india-weather-covid-19-ukraine-war-west-asia-conflict-on-80th-independence-day-video

FPJ Front Page - MODI RECALLS PARTITION PAIN - Delhi to carefully study White House charges Read More: https://epaper.freepressjournal.in/