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How the freedom fabric is now a style statement

India, Aug. 15 -- Long before it appeared in lookbooks and fashion week runways, khadi was spun by hand in homes across India. Made from cotton, silk or wool, the fabric became a political statement i... Read More


Sholay @ 50 | From casting Amitabh Bachchan and Amjad Khan to becoming the highest-grosser; here's all you want to know

India, Aug. 15 -- As Ramesh Sippy's film Sholay completes 50 years, we uncover fascinating behind-the-scenes stories that changed filmmaking forever. With its legendary ensemble cast (Dharmendra, Ami... Read More


Patrols intensified to protect Teluk Cenderawasih NP's core zone

Indonesia, Aug. 15 -- The Teluk Cenderawasih National Park authority in West Papua is intensifying coordination with the marine police and navy to step up patrols aimed at protecting coral reef ecosys... Read More


BI Governor urges Indonesians to defend rupiah as national symbol

Jakarta, Aug. 15 -- Bank Indonesia (BI) Governor Perry Warjiyo reminded the public that the rupiah is a symbol of national sovereignty, fought for by the country's heroes, and must be preserved, respe... Read More


"Thousands of people made sacrifices and gave their lives," said Lok Sabha Speaker Om Birla on Independence Day

New Delhi, Aug. 15 -- Lok Sabha Speaker Om Birla spoke words of inspiration on the 79th year of Independence on Friday, saying that this is a festival of enthusiasm and resolutions and that thousands ... Read More


HCM City, Busan step up economic ties, deepen strategic partnership

Seoul, Aug. 15 -- A delegation from Ho Chi Minh City led by Vice Chairman of the municipal People's Committee Nguyen Loc Ha held talks with Lee Jun Seung, Vice Mayor of Busan, on August 14 to strength... Read More


Kishtwar cloudburst: EPG warns of escalating environmental crisis

SRINAGAR, Aug. 15 -- The Environmental Policy Group (EPG) has expressed deep sorrow over the devastating cloudburst at Chashoti village in Paddar Sub Division, Kishtwar district, which has claimed doz... Read More


PM Modi launches Sudarshan Chakra project to boost India's defence

Goa, Aug. 15 -- Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Friday unveiled a project to develop an indigenous air-defence system designed to safeguard India's vital military and civilian installations while deli... Read More


Wearing the crown, carrying a cause

Kathmandu, Aug. 15 -- Unlike before, the Miss Nepal pageant is no longer seen just as a runway for beauty; it is now recognised as a platform where contestants channel their passions into advocacy. Fr... Read More


Sikkim celebrates 79th Independence Day with flag hoisting and awards

Guwahati, Aug. 15 -- Sikkim marked its 79th Independence Day on Friday, with Chief Minister Prem Singh Tamang leading the celebrations at Palzor Stadium by hoisting the national flag. The CM also too... Read More