A powerful 7.7 magnitude earthquake struck off the coast of Flores Island, Indonesia, on Saturday morning. The epicenter was located 36 km northeast of Larantuka at a depth of 15 km. The Indonesian agency BMKG has issued a tsunami warning for East Nusa Tenggara, South Sulawesi, and West Nusa Tenggara. A subsequent 6.1 magnitude aftershock was also reported. While residents fled to the streets in panic, no immediate casualties have been confirmed. Indonesia sits on the Pacific Ring of Fire, making it prone to frequent seismic activity. https://www.etvbharat.com/kn/international/7-dot-7-magnitude-quake-strikes-off-indonesia-tsunami-warning-issued-kas26081502294

Udupi District-in-charge Minister Rizwan Arshad hoisted the national flag at Ajjarkad Stadium on Independence Day. He announced an increase in the base price of free equipment provided to fishermen from ₹10,000 to ₹20,000. Additionally, he revealed plans to establish a Center of Excellence at Mangaluru Fisheries College to promote marine farming, biotechnology industries, and innovative technology development. https://www.prajavani.net/district/udupi/udupi-independence-day-flag-hoisting-fisheries-development-4197183

On the 80th Independence Day, Deputy CM D.K. Shivakumar announced several new welfare schemes in Bengaluru. Key highlights include the recruitment of 72,000 government vacancies within six months, the 'Yuva Udyoga Setu' for private sector jobs, and a monthly incentive of ₹2,500 for new jobs in 10 backward districts. For farmers, the 'Raitha Chaitanya' and 'Raitha Mitra' schemes were launched, offering technology integration and 50% subsidies on equipment rentals. Additionally, 7.5% reservation in professional courses for rural government school students and the establishment of five Global Technology Centres in cities like Mysuru and Belagavi were announced. https://www.etvbharat.com/kn/state/cm-dk-shivakumar-announces-many-new-projects-from-the-independence-day-stage-at-manekshaw-parade-ground-kas26081502139

On the 80th Independence Day, Karnataka CM D.K. Shivakumar announced revolutionary AI education for youth and the formation of 10,000 Bharat Jodo teams. He highlighted the state's economic progress, reaching a per capita income of 4.33 lakh, and discussed the success of five guarantee schemes. Significant investments in water security (16,000 crore) and farmers' welfare were also mentioned, alongside plans to overhaul examination systems to prevent leaks. https://tv9kannada.com/karnataka/bengaluru/karnataka-cms-i-day-speech-vision-for-state-development-economy-and-guarantee-schemes-1225390.html

Nagaland Minister Temjen Imna Along shared a viral video highlighting the practical difficulties faced by people with distinct physical features during digital biometric verification. In the video, an automated KYC eye scanner failed to recognize a Naga man's eyes. Eventually, someone had to manually hold his eyelids open for the machine to complete the scan. The minister captioned it 'Struggle is Real,' sparking a discussion on the limitations and inclusivity of current digital technology standards. https://udayavani.com/viral-news/kyc-scan-by-pulling-up-eyelid-video-goes-viral-595528

On India's 80th Independence Day, PM Narendra Modi hoisted the national flag at the Red Fort for the 13th consecutive time. He shared his vision for a 'Developed India' by 2047, urging 140 crore citizens to work towards this goal. He highlighted India's progress in semiconductor manufacturing, the target of 100 GW nuclear power production, and FTA agreements with 40 countries. He also expressed solidarity with families affected by recent floods and landslides across the country. https://kannada.news18.com/news/national-international/pm-narendra-modi-says-india-aims-to-become-developed-nation-by-2047-highlights-12-years-of-growth-on-independence-day-akd-2469770.html

India celebrates its 80th Independence Day on August 15, 2026. The article provides a collection of meaningful patriotic wishes and messages to share with friends and family to honor the sacrifices of freedom fighters and celebrate national unity. https://tv9kannada.com/lifestyle/happy-independence-day-2026-wishes-quotes-messages-and-whatsapp-status-to-share-on-independence-day-1225375.html

On the 80th Independence Day, PM Narendra Modi hoisted the national flag at the Red Fort and called for Indians to dream big for a 'Viksit Bharat' by 2047. He highlighted that for the first time since independence, 'Vande Mataram' was played by the military band at the Red Fort. The Prime Minister emphasized that over 25 crore people have been lifted out of poverty in the last 12 years and stressed the importance of 'Atmanirbhar Bharat' (Self-reliant India) and being 'Vocal for Local'. He paid tribute to freedom fighters and urged the youth to use their potential for nation-building. https://www.kannadaprabha.com/nation/2026/Aug/15/80th-independence-day-live-updates-capabilities-of-youth-would-be-used-for-nation-building-pm-modi

On Independence Day 2026, Karnataka CM D.K. Shivakumar emphasized that the youth are the country's future. He announced the establishment of 'Bharat Jodo Yuva Sanghs' to foster leadership and scientific temper among youth. Additionally, he launched the 'Unyielding Glory' (Achala Vaibhava) project, aiming to plant 10 crore saplings across the state to enhance green cover and make Karnataka a model state. https://tv9kannada.com/videos/cm-dk-shivakumar-karnataka-youth-power-and-achala-vaibhava-green-drive-1225354.html

India celebrates its 80th Independence Day with Prime Minister Narendra Modi hoisting the national flag at the Red Fort in Delhi. In Bengaluru, Deputy CM D.K. Shivakumar is scheduled to hoist the flag at Manekshaw Parade Ground amid tight security involving 2,000 police personnel. Meanwhile, the weather department has issued a rain alert for coastal and interior parts of Karnataka, including Bengaluru and Mysuru, with wind speeds reaching up to 50 kmph. https://tv9kannada.com/karnataka/bengaluru/tv9-kannada-live-breaking-news-15-august-2026-80th-independence-day-narendra-modi-assembly-session-politics-cinema-latest-updates-online-1225333.html