August 14, 2026: Defence Minister Rajnath Singh said India is emerging as a global defence manufacturing hub and a net exporter, while the government announced that more than 2 lakh villages have achieved ‘Har Ghar Jal’ certification under the Jal Jeevan Mission.
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- India Emerging as Global Defence Manufacturing Hub, Says Rajnath Singh
Defence Minister Rajnath Singh said India is emerging as a global defence manufacturing hub and a net exporter. He said the government is prioritising modernisation of the armed forces and building a self-reliant, future-ready defence sector. - Over 2 Lakh Villages Achieve ‘Har Ghar Jal’ Certification
The Ministry of Jal Shakti said more than 2 lakh villages have been declared ‘Har Ghar Jal’ certified under the Jal Jeevan Mission. Launched on August 15, 2019, the mission aims to provide safe and adequate drinking water to every rural household. - NIA Attaches Two Amritsar Properties in 500-Kg Heroin Case
The National Investigation Agency has attached two immovable properties in Amritsar belonging to accused Anwar Masih in connection with the six-year-old Salaya drug seizure case. The case involves 500 kg of heroin allegedly smuggled from Pakistan to India through the sea route. - Rajnath Singh Interacts with Army Athletes After 16 Commonwealth Games Medals
Defence Minister Rajnath Singh interacted with members of the Indian Army contingent that won 16 medals at the recently concluded Commonwealth Games in Glasgow. The contingent secured eight gold, seven silver and one bronze medal. - INS Sudarshini Reaches Portugal’s Azores During Lokayan 2026 Voyage
Indian Navy sail training ship INS Sudarshini reached Ponta Delgada in Portugal’s Azores as part of the ongoing Lokayan 2026 voyage. The ship completed a challenging 19-day transoceanic passage before reaching the port. - Ashwini Vaishnaw Leads Tiranga Rally at Rail Bhawan
Railway Minister Ashwini Vaishnaw led a Tiranga Rally at Rail Bhawan on the eve of Independence Day. The Ministry of Railways said Indian Railways is participating in the nationwide Har Ghar Tiranga campaign. - Vice President C. P. Radhakrishnan Calls for Preserving National Integrity
Vice President C. P. Radhakrishnan said the freedom enjoyed by India today came through the sacrifices of earlier generations. Addressing a Partition Horrors Remembrance Day event in New Delhi, he urged citizens to uphold the integrity of the nation. - President Murmu Interacts with Artists at Rashtrapati Bhavan
President Droupadi Murmu interacted with artists from IGRMS, Bhopal, South Central Zone Cultural Centre and Sangeet Natak Akademi at Rashtrapati Bhavan. Their artefacts will be showcased during Independence Day celebrations. - Textiles Minister Reviews Development and Competitiveness of Sector
Union Textiles Minister Giriraj Singh chaired a meeting in New Delhi to discuss the overall development of the textile sector, enhancing competitiveness and strengthening India’s position in global markets. - Vice President to Visit Tamil Nadu from August 16
Vice President C. P. Radhakrishnan will undertake a two-day visit to Tamil Nadu from August 16, participating in academic, commemorative and literary events in Chennai, Chengalpattu, Thiruvarur and Thanjavur.
