A clothing-related confrontation at Sinhagad Fort near Pune has triggered a major controversy after four tourists from separate groups were allegedly assaulted. Police say the visitors were allegedly confronted over their attire, with one complaint involving a family and an 8-year-old child wearing shorts. Videos of the clashes have since gone viral. A case has been registered against eight people, including three women, under charges including assault, rioting, unlawful assembly and criminal intimidation.

PM Narendra Modi hoists the Tricolour at the Red Fort on India's 80th Independence Day and unveils his roadmap for Viksit Bharat 2047. From Gen Z and free online coaching to energy security, self-reliance and new technology, Modi announces key priorities for India's future. The PM also warns of what he calls “Dimaagi Naxals” in power corridors, while Vande Mataram is rendered at the Red Fort for the first time during Independence Day celebrations.