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Independence Day: 'Made in India' fighter jets to Rs 1 lakh crore youth employment push — 10 major announcements by PM Modi

IndiaTimes Friday, 15 August 2025 ()
Prime Minister Modi addressed the nation on Independence Day, outlining initiatives for energy independence, domestic semiconductor production, and GST reforms. He introduced the PM Viksit Bharat Rojgar Yojana to boost job creation and emphasized prioritizing farmers' interests. Modi also warned against nuclear threats and criticized the Indus Waters Treaty, vowing to protect India's interests.
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