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Prime Minister Modi addressed India's youth on Independence Day, announcing major initiatives including AI skilling for 1 crore youth and emphasizing economic self-reliance, while the RBI held repo rates steady and projected 6.9% GDP growth for the fiscal year.
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PM Modi Addresses Youth on Independence Day
Prime Minister Narendra Modi delivered an Independence Day speech focused on new government initiatives to support young people, coming weeks after student protests prompted changes to education policy. The address emphasized youth empowerment and economic opportunities.
AI Skilling Initiative for 1 Crore Youth
The Prime Minister announced a major program to provide artificial intelligence training to 1 crore (10 million) young people within one year, part of broader efforts to equip India's workforce with digital skills.
RBI Holds Repo Rate Steady; GDP Growth Projected at 6.9%
The Reserve Bank of India kept the repo rate unchanged while projecting India's real GDP growth for the current fiscal year at 6.9%, signaling confidence in economic momentum despite global uncertainties.
PM Outlines Seven Streams of Economic Growth
In his Independence Day address, Prime Minister Modi presented 'Saptadhara' (seven streams) as the framework for India's continued economic development and self-reliance across multiple sectors.
Census 2027 Household Questionnaire Notified
The Registrar General of India has officially notified the Household Questionnaire for Census 2027, marking the beginning of preparations for the nation's decennial census.
Bar Council Apologizes Over Student Lawyer Restrictions
The Bar Council of India's chief issued an apology after an order that appeared to restrict students from becoming lawyers, addressing concerns raised by the legal community and students.
India's Men's Hockey Team Wins World Cup Opener
The Indian men's hockey team opened their FIH Hockey World Cup 2026 campaign with a 3-1 victory over Wales in Pool D, setting a strong tone for the tournament.
Women's Hockey Team Prepares for World Cup Campaign
The Indian women's hockey team is focused on delivering their best World Cup performance at the FIH Hockey World Cup 2026, with preparations underway for their tournament campaign.
World Leaders Extend Independence Day Greetings
Leading countries around the world extended warm wishes to India on its 80th Independence Day, with the Prime Minister expressing gratitude for the international recognition.
PM Highlights 12 Years of National Transformation
During the Independence Day address, the Prime Minister highlighted India's progress and transformation over the past 12 years across governance, economy, and social development.