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What are the 7 streams included in PM Modi's Saptadhara plan for Viksit Bharat? PM Narendra Modi, in his Independence Day speech, defined seven streams that are India's strength and will power India's journey towards becoming a Viksit Bharat by 2047. He termed these streams as "Saptadhara". These are manufacturing, agriculture, technology, Gati Shakti, defence, green energy and soft power. Prime Minister said that these streams will make India Aatmanirbhar and developed. Read More News By: Dharini Mudgal 10:37 am Saturday, 15 August 2026 Sent on @inshortschannel Telegram

PM Modi announces nationwide sports talent hunt for children aged 5-15 to prepare for 2036 Olympics During his Independence Day address, PM Narendra Modi announced a nationwide sports talent hunt for children aged five to 15 to prepare for 2036 Olympics. "We'll run the talent hunt in every village, city and school," PM Modi said. "Their talent will be assessed and they'll receive special training to become good athletes capable of representing India," he added. Read More News By: Anmol Sharma 09:03 am Saturday, 15 August 2026 Sent on @inshortschannel Telegram

PM Modi announces free online coaching for competitive exams, AI skill training for 1 crore youngsters Addressing the nation on 80th Independence Day, PM Narendra Modi announced that the government will build a free online coaching ecosystem for several competitive exams for every student in India. He said we have top talent and teachers. PM Modi also announced, "We have decided that in the coming year, we will train 1 crore young people in AI skills." Read More News By: Arshiya Chopra 09:13 am Saturday, 15 August 2026 Sent on @inshortschannel Telegram

PM Modi lists 'Saptdhara', a 7-point vision for India's growth Addressing the nation on Independence Day, PM Narendra Modi listed 7-point 'Saptdhara' vision for India's growth. The vision included manufacturing sector and making goods' cost, quality and scale competitive in global markets. The other focus areas include agriculture and food processing, technology and innovation, gati shakti, raksha shakti, green and blue economy and soft power. Read More News By: Arshiya Chopra 08:52 am Saturday, 15 August 2026 Sent on @inshortschannel Telegram

Strong 7.7-magnitude earthquake hits Indonesia; several aftershocks also recorded At least two people were killed after a powerful 7.7-magnitude earthquake struck off Indonesia early Saturday, which triggered an early tsunami warning. The quake occurred at a depth of 15 km and was followed by at least three aftershocks. Indonesia’s geophysics agency, BMKG, initially issued an early tsunami warning for some regions of the country following the undersea earthquake. Read More News By: Dharini Mudgal 08:40 am Saturday, 15 August 2026 Sent on @inshortschannel Telegram

We were once in Fragile Five, now fastest-growing economy after 12 yrs: PM Modi on Independence Day Addressing the nation on the 80th Independence Day, PM Narendra Modi said that India, which was once in Fragile Five, has become the fastest-growing major economy in the world due to people's efforts in the last 12 years. "Floods have wreaked havoc in some parts of country, we deeply feel their pain. The country stands with them," he added. Read More News By: Arshiya Chopra 08:20 am Saturday, 15 August 2026 Sent on @inshortschannel Telegram

Vande Mataram rendered for 1st time during Independence Day celebrations at Red Fort For the first time, the National Song Vande Mataram was rendered during the Independence Day celebrations at the Red Fort. It was followed by the customary 'Jana Gana Mana', the National Anthem. The full version of 'Vande Mataram' was recently accorded the same legal protection as the National Anthem. Read More News By: Arshiya Chopra 07:47 am Saturday, 15 August 2026 Sent on @inshortschannel Telegram

PM Modi hoists National Flag at Red Fort on Independence Day for 13th straight time PM Narendra Modi today hoisted National Flag for the 13th straight time at the Red Fort on the occasion of Independence Day. Only former Prime Ministers Jawaharlal Nehru (17) and Indira Gandhi (16) have hoisted the National Flag at Red Fort on Independence Day more times than PM Modi. India is celebrating its 80th Independence Day today. Read More News By: Anmol Sharma 07:36 am Saturday, 15 August 2026 Sent on @inshortschannel Telegram

PM Modi extends Independence Day greetings, pays tribute to freedom fighters PM Narendra Modi greeted people on the occasion of Independence Day and paid tribute to "freedom fighters whose courage, sacrifice and unwavering commitment ensured the end of colonial rule". "Their dreams continue to inspire us as we work together to build...Viksit Bharat," he said. "Powered by 140 crore Indians, our nation is scaling new heights of progress," the PM added. Read More News By: Dharini Mudgal 07:29 am Saturday, 15 August 2026 Sent on @inshortschannel Telegram

Pakistan plans to land 'Jinnah' on Moon in 2029 Over 20 years after India's Chandrayaan was launched, Pakistan is planning to land its first lunar rover, Jinnah-1, on the Moon in 2029 with China's support. Jinnah will travel aboard China's Chang'e-8 mission to the lunar south pole, where it'll study the lunar surface's geology. India is the only country to have successfully reached the lunar south pole. Read More News By: Ashley Paul 09:20 pm Friday, 14 August 2026 Sent on @inshortschannel Telegram

India’s wholesale inflation eases to 9.78% in July, food inflation rises India's wholesale inflation eased slightly to 9.78% in July from 9.87% in June, government data showed. A sharp moderation in fuel and power inflation offset higher prices of primary articles and manufactured products. Wholesale price inflation remained above 9% for the third straight month. The WPI Food Index inflation increased to 6.65% in July from 6.14% in June. Read More News By: Jessica Rajan 02:37 pm Friday, 14 August 2026 Sent on @inshortschannel Telegram

Reliance and Rolls-Royce to develop engine for India’s Advanced Medium Combat Aircraft Reliance and Rolls-Royce have announced their strategic intent to partner and develop a sovereign indigenous combat engine for India's Advanced Medium Combat Aircraft (AMCA) programme. As part of the partnership, Reliance and Rolls-Royce will explore the formation of a dedicated Aerospace Gas Turbine Complex that will be a centre of excellence for power and propulsion technology in India. Read More News By: Ankush Verma 08:48 pm Friday, 14 August 2026 Sent on @inshortschannel Telegram

Buy world’s first watch with real postage stamps: Jaipur Watch Company Jaipur Watch Company has announced the creation of world's first watch to use actual postage stamp as its dial. Known for incorporating coins, stamps, and Indian heritage into its watches, the brand has gained global attention, with its watches worn by personalities including PM Modi, Ed Sheeran, and other celebrities. Read More News By: Roshan Gupta 07:06 pm Friday, 14 August 2026 Sent on @inshortschannel Telegram

Govt responds after Rahul Gandhi and party leader's remarks on PM Modi and Italy PM Meloni The Ministry of External Affairs (MEA) has responded after Rahul Gandhi laughed at his party member Sandeep Dikshit's remarks against Italian PM Giorgia Meloni while the duo were mocking PM Modi for hugging foreign leaders. "We have strong ties with Italy. Our ties have expanded & strengthened. It is important that...we must be respectful of each other," MEA said. Read More News By: Ankush Verma 06:51 pm Friday, 14 August 2026 Sent on @inshortschannel Telegram

How safe is it to transfer money using public Wi-Fi? Experts advise avoiding sensitive banking tasks on public Wi-Fi at airports, cafes and hotels, even though banking apps use encryption. One should not transfer money, change passwords or add beneficiaries using public Wi-Fi. It is safer to check balances and transactions and keep apps updated. Use secure connections and disconnect from Wi-Fi after banking to reduce phishing and fake-hotspot risks. Read More News By: Jessica Rajan 09:20 am Friday, 14 August 2026 Sent on @inshortschannel Telegram

I-T notice asking people to pay ₹6,000 is fake A fake notice claiming to be issued by the I-T Department is circulating online, asking recipients to pay ₹6,000 as part of the tax payable amount. The PIB warned that the notice is a phishing attempt and said the department doesn't issue such notices. It urged people to beware of misleading content and rely only on official sources for verification. Read More News By: Pravel Jain 12:01 pm Friday, 14 August 2026 Sent on @inshortschannel Telegram

How many times can a person withdraw from EPF under different categories? Under EPF scheme, withdrawals are divided into three categories: essential needs, housing-related needs and special circumstances. Illness-related withdrawals have no limit. Withdrawals for education up to 10 times and for marriage up to five times during membership. Housing-related withdrawals are allowed up to five times and special-circumstance advances are allowed twice in a financial year. Read More News By: Saurav Joshi 02:27 pm Friday, 14 August 2026 Sent on @inshortschannel Telegram

All FIRs against Samay Raina over Latent show remarks quashed by SC The Supreme Court has quashed all FIRs against comedian Samay Raina, Ranveer Allahbadia and others over remarks made on the Latent show about persons with disabilities. The court noted that Raina complied with its directions to conduct awareness programmes and raise funds for persons with disabilities. The apex court had earlier imposed a ₹3-lakh fine for non-compliance with its order. Read More News By: Ankit Tiwari 02:29 pm Friday, 14 August 2026 Sent on @inshortschannel Telegram

Delhi airport, High Court, Red Fort get bomb threats a day before Independence Day A day before the Independence Day, Delhi High Court, international airport, Red Fort and several other places in the national capital received bomb threats. A threat email, sent in pro-Khalistan terror group's name, detailed out the plans to blow up several places in the city, according to reports. So far, preliminary inspections haven't found any suspicious object at the sites. Read More News By: Arshiya Chopra 01:42 pm Friday, 14 August 2026 Sent on @inshortschannel Telegram

How to convert physical share certificates into demat holdings? Many investors and their families across India still hold physical share certificates issued decades ago. To convert them into demat holdings, open a demat account, collect the required documents and approach the depository participant (DP) to submit a dematerialisation request form along with the certificates. Once processed, the shares will be credited to the demat account. Read More News By: Pravel Jain 11:33 am Friday, 14 August 2026 Sent on @inshortschannel Telegram