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PM Modi Pays Tribute to Bhagat Singh, Rajguru, and Sukhdev on Shaheed Diwas

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1 year ago

March 23, 2025

On Sunday, Prime Minister Narendra Modi expressed deep reverence for the freedom fighters Bhagat Singh, Rajguru, and Sukhdev, commemorating their martyrdom day. Observed annually on March 23, Shaheed Diwas serves as a reminder of their ultimate sacrifice. PM Modi paid tribute to them through a post on X.

“Today, our nation reflects on the profound sacrifice of Bhagat Singh, Rajguru, and Sukhdev. Their fearless commitment to freedom and justice continues to inspire us all,” he stated.

Home Minister Amit Shah joined PM Modi in honoring these martyrs. In a post on X, he wrote, “I offer my humble tribute to Martyrs Bhagat Singh, Rajguru, and Sukhdev on Martyr’s Day, remembering their supreme sacrifice for Mother India.” He emphasized, “These great revolutionaries demonstrated that nothing surpasses the duty of patriotism. The sacrifices made by Bhagat Singh, Sukhdev, and Rajguru, who ignited the spirit of patriotism in youth and fueled the nationwide freedom movement, will forever inspire our nation to uphold ‘national interest is paramount.’”

BJP National President and Union Minister J P Nadda also paid tribute, stating, “I honor the immortal freedom fighters, courageous sons of Mother India—Bhagat Singh, Sukhdev, and Rajguru. Their bravery and valor empowered the youth and ignited the freedom movement. Their ideals, sacrifices, and struggles will always inspire our country.”

Union Defence Minister Rajnath Singh referred to the martyrs as “immortal sons of Mother India,” noting, “Their names are etched in history among the revolutionaries who offered everything to liberate our nation from colonial rule. Their extraordinary courage and spirit of sacrifice will continue to inspire us.”

“The British trembled at the mere mention of their names. Bhagat Singh dedicated his life to service for Mother India, spreading awareness of independence among the populace. We salute such extraordinary personalities on their martyrdom day. This nation remains indebted to your unwavering dedication,” wrote Union Minister Piyush Goyal on X.

Senior Congress leaders also commemorated the freedom fighters on Shaheed Diwas. Rahul Gandhi, the Leader of the Opposition in the Lok Sabha, remarked in a post on X, “I offer my humble tribute to Shaheed-e-Azam Sardar Bhagat Singh, Sukhdev, and Rajguru on their Martyrdom Day. Their fearless struggle and ultimate sacrifice against injustice serve as examples for all Indians. Bhagat Singh fought not just against British rule but also against casteism and social discrimination. His ideals of equality and brotherhood will always inspire us.”

Congress President Mallikarjun Kharge shared a poignant quote in his tribute: “Main zulmat-e-shab mein le ke nikloonga apne dar-manda caravan ko… sharar-fishaan hogi aah meri, nafas mera shola-baar hoga (I will emerge from the darkness of the night, carrying my caravan of helplessness… My breath will be a spark, my soul will burn like a flame).” He concluded, “The revolutionary spirit and thoughts of Shaheed-e-Azam Bhagat Singh, Rajguru, and Sukhdev will remain eternal. We pay humble tribute to these immortal martyrs who laid down their lives for our motherland.”

Samajwadi Party chief Akhilesh Yadav remarked, “Bhagat Singh envisioned a socialist India where the people could thrive in happiness, free from arbitrary oppression.”

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Delhi Techie Found Dead During Honeymoon Trip

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1 day ago

June 17, 2026

Namma Kudla

National: A 27-year-old IT professional from Delhi was found dead at a homestay in Mussoorie, Uttarakhand. The woman, P Radha Gayatri, had gone on a honeymoon trip with her husband.

According to police, the couple checked into a homestay on June 14. Her husband said they had consumed alcohol and went to sleep late at night.

The next morning, he found Gayatri unconscious on the floor. Police said she was lying in a pool of urine, and blood was coming from her nose. She was declared dead at the scene.

The body has been sent for a post-mortem examination. Police are investigating the case and waiting for the autopsy report to determine the cause of death.

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Pakistan Ranked World’s Most Polluted Country in 2025

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5 days ago

June 13, 2026

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Islamabad: Pakistan has been ranked as the most polluted country in the world in 2025, according to a new report released by Swiss air quality monitoring company IQ Air.

The report found that Pakistan’s average PM2.5 pollution level was 13 times higher than the safe limit recommended by the World Health Organization (WHO). PM2.5 refers to tiny harmful particles in the air that can enter the lungs and cause serious health problems.

IQ Air said that only 13 countries and territories met the WHO air quality guideline of less than 5 micrograms of PM2.5 per cubic meter of air in 2025. This was an improvement from seven countries in 2024.

The report also revealed that 130 out of 143 monitored countries and territories failed to meet the WHO standard.

Bangladesh was ranked as the second most polluted country, while Tajikistan secured the third position. Chad, which was the most polluted country in 2024, ranked fourth in 2025.

Experts said that Chad’s lower ranking may be linked to missing pollution data. In March 2025, the United States ended a global air quality monitoring program due to budget cuts. The program had collected pollution data from US embassies and consulates around the world.

Christi Chester Schroeder, the lead author of the report, said that the loss of data makes it difficult to know the true pollution levels in some countries.

Because of data shortages, Burundi, Turkmenistan and Togo were not included in the 2025 report.

The report also identified Loni in India as the world’s most polluted city. The city recorded an average PM2.5 level of 112.5 micrograms per cubic meter. Hotan in China ranked second with 109.6 micrograms.

According to the report, the 25 most polluted cities in the world were all located in India, Pakistan and China.

Only 14 percent of cities worldwide met the WHO air quality standard in 2025. This was lower than the 17 percent recorded in the previous year.

The report noted that large wildfires in Canada increased air pollution levels across the United States and even affected parts of Europe.

Countries that met the WHO air quality guideline in 2025 included Australia, Iceland, Estonia and Panama.

Meanwhile, Laos, Cambodia and Indonesia reported significant improvements in air quality. Experts said wetter and windier La Niña weather conditions helped reduce pollution levels in these countries.

Mongolia also recorded a 31 percent drop in average PM2.5 levels during the year.

Overall, 75 countries reported lower pollution levels in 2025, while 54 countries experienced an increase in air pollution, according to the IQ Air report

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Indian Air Force AN-32 Transport Aircraft Crashes

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5 days ago

June 13, 2026

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Dispur: An Indian Air Force (IAF) AN-32 transport aircraft crashed at the Air Force Station in Jorhat, Assam, on Saturday. The aircraft caught fire after the crash.

According to reports, the AN-32 aircraft went down within the premises of the air base. A fire broke out immediately after the accident.

Rescue and firefighting teams rushed to the spot and launched an operation to control the flames. The fire was brought under control after their prompt response.

The exact cause of the crash is not known yet. Authorities are investigating the incident.

So far, there have been no reports of any deaths or injuries. The Indian Air Force has confirmed the accident and said that more details will be shared after a complete assessment of the situation.

Further information is awaited.