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  "id": 932886,
  "title": "PM Modi greets people on Independence Day",
  "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/08/15/pm-modi-greets-people-on-independence-day",
  "topic": "world",
  "section": "World",
  "published": "2026-08-15T02:00:01.000Z",
  "source": {
    "name": "The Hindu",
    "slug": "the-hindu",
    "url": "https://www.thehindu.com/news/national/pm-modi-greets-people-on-independence-day/article71348355.ece"
  },
  "original_language": "en",
  "account": "On the 80th Independence Day, Prime Minister Narendra Modi addressed the nation and expressed his heartfelt congratulations to the people. He attributed the country's progress to the collective efforts of the 140 crore Indians. Mr. Modi extended his respects to the numerous freedom fighters whose bravery, sacrifices, and unwavering determination led to the end of colonial rule. In his post on X, he emphasized that the dreams of these great individuals continue to inspire everyone as they strive to build a Viksit Bharat, or a developed India. The Prime Minister reiterated that the nation's journey is scaling new heights across various sectors, driven by the energy and commitment of its people. He concluded by wishing the country to maintain this momentum in the days ahead.",
  "summary": "Modi also paid tributes to the countless freedom fighters whose courage, sacrifice and unwavering commitment ensured the end of colonial rule",
  "key_points": [],
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  "coverage": {
    "outlets": 6,
    "also_reported_by": [
      {
        "outlet": "Hindustan Times",
        "title": "Independence Day 2026 LIVE: PM Modi extends wishes, remembers freedom fighters on I-Day, to address nation from Red Fort",
        "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/08/15/independence-day-2026-live-pm-modi-extends-wishes-remembers-freedom",
        "published": "2026-08-15T00:47:01.000Z"
      },
      {
        "outlet": "NDTV",
        "title": "80th Independence Day Live Updates:India Celebrates 80th Independence Day, PM To Address Nation From Red Fort",
        "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/08/15/80th-independence-day-live-updates-india-celebrates-80th-independence",
        "published": "2026-08-15T01:01:05.000Z"
      },
      {
        "outlet": "Daily Times",
        "title": "Auqaf minister extends felicitations on Independence Day",
        "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/08/15/auqaf-minister-extends-felicitations-on-independence-day",
        "published": "2026-08-15T01:07:37.000Z"
      },
      {
        "outlet": "The Hindu",
        "title": "Independence Day LIVE updates: PM Modi greets people",
        "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/08/15/independence-day-live-updates-pm-modi-greets-people",
        "published": "2026-08-15T01:33:38.000Z"
      },
      {
        "outlet": "The Indian Express",
        "title": "Independence Day 2026 Live Updates: PM Modi arrives at Red Fort for Independence Day flag-raising",
        "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/08/15/independence-day-2026-live-updates-pm-modi-arrives-at-red-fort-for",
        "published": "2026-08-15T01:37:11.000Z"
      }
    ]
  },
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  "disclaimer": "Summaries, key points and the editor’s take are written by software from other outlets’ reporting and may contain errors — always check the linked original."
}