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Fact Check: Did PM Modi announce free 1-tola gold scheme on Independence Day? Here's what the PIB unit says
A viral video featuring PM Modi has been circulating on social media, claiming a free 1-tola gold for Aadhaar card holders. Here's what PIB Fact Check reveals about the alleged scheme and the authenticity of the viral video.
2 min read17 Aug 2026PM Modi reveals ‘special’ morning routine, feeds peacocks, cows before setting off for the day | Watch
PM Modi recalled pet's reaction on Independence Day as he shared heartfelt moment spent feeding peacocks and cows. Sharing a glimpse of morning hours before 15 August speech, the prime minister revealed his morning routine.
1 min read16 Aug 2026Equity inflows power ₹9.5 lakh crore jump in mutual fund AUM since last Independence Day
The Indian mutual fund industry has surged to ₹85.76 lakh crore by July 2026, with millennials driving the trend towards equities. Over the past five years, equity fund assets have increased by 227%, highlighting the shift from traditional deposits to mutual fund investments.
2 min read15 Aug 2026Independence Day 2026: ₹89 to ₹1,54,500 — gold price rises 1,73,500% in 79 years; here's how
Independence Day 2026: Gold rate today in the retail market is around ₹1,54,500/10 gm, whereas it was ₹89 per 10 gm when India became an independent nation in 1947
4 min read15 Aug 2026Who is Nupur Prasad? IPS officer who headed Sushant Singh Rajput death probe awarded President's Medal
IPS officer Nupur Prasad, known for her role in the CBI investigation of Sushant Singh Rajput’s death, has been awarded the President's Medal for Meritorious Service. The MSM is conferred for valuable service distinguished by resourcefulness and dedication to duty.
2 min read15 Aug 2026What is the Fragile Five, a term that PM Modi used to highlight India's growth in the last 12 years in his I-Day speech?
Prime Minister Narendra Modi, in his 13th consecutive Independence Day address, highlighted India's economic transformation from the 'Fragile Five' to a leading major economy.
2 min read15 Aug 2026Buy or sell: Sumeet Bagadia recommends these three Independence Day stock picks. Should you buy?
Buy or sell: Sumeet Bagadia recommends these three Independence Day stock picks — Larsen & Toubro, CG Power, DLF
5 min read15 Aug 2026'Armed Naxals may be eliminated, but Dimagi Naxals still lurking:' PM Modi launches scathing attack; Congress hits back
Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Saturday slammed ‘Dimagi Naxals’ during his 13th consecutive Independence Day address, calling on people to remain cautious of them. He said such elements must be identified and isolated, while urging efforts to bring youth into the mainstream.
2 min read15 Aug 2026The Man Closing India's Other Independence Gap
India's households know the stock markets exist. But only one in ten participate. Ajay Lakhotia left a career deploying institutional billions to close the distance between this awareness and action. He built StockGro — a technology-driven investment research and interactive community platform.
5 min read15 Aug 2026Virat Kohli, Abhinav Bindra, Bajrang Punia extend Independence Day wishes
Indian cricket legend Virat Kohli joined sportspersons across the country in extending Independence Day greetings, sharing a patriotic message on his Instagram Story on Saturday.
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