PM Narendra Modi lauds efforts of COVID-19 warriors, freedom fighters in Independence Day speech - Key points here
After unfurling the national flag from the rampart of Red Fort in Delhi, PM Modi lauded the efforts of COVID-19 warriors, freedom fighters and Olympians in his speech on the occasion of Independence Day.
Aug 15, 2021, 08:28 AM IST
India celebrates 75th Independence Day today, see pictures here
Several parts of the nation, including Mumbai’s Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj Terminus and Srinagar’s Clock Tower at Lal Chowk were illuminated in the colours of the national flag.
Aug 15, 2021, 07:01 AM IST
Sarkar family wishes for a time for unity in India for everyone this Independence Day
India is going to celebrate its 75th Independence Day on August 15, 2021. The pandemic has hit to a loss of human life global and gives an unusual hurdle to people's wellness, food, practices, and business. Mr. SNMD Sarkar, of Sarkar Company, says now is the time for unity and togetherness to fight the virus.
Aug 13, 2021, 18:55 PM IST
Large cache of arms seized in Delhi ahead of Independence Day, 55 pistols, 50 live cartridges recovered, 4 arrested
According to reports, Special Cell officials also recovered about 50 rounds of live cartridges from their possessions.
Aug 13, 2021, 17:47 PM IST
Rajnath Singh launches multiple events to mark 75th anniversary of Independence
The Indian Coast Guard will be unfurling the national flag at 100 islands pan-India as a part of the 'Azadi ka Amrit Mahotsav'. Singh said that in order to maintain unity, integrity and sovereignty of the country, it is important that the feeling of national self-esteem is present in the citizens, and that is the purpose of the programs being launched Friday.
Aug 13, 2021, 16:05 PM IST
Independence Day 2021: This is how Defence Minister Rajnath Singh will commemorate the special day, will virtually launch several events
India is celebrating the 75th anniversary of the Independence Day as 'Azadi ka Amrit Mahotsav'
Aug 12, 2021, 23:36 PM IST
PM Narendra Modi's schedule on 74th Independence Day
PM Modi will start the day with a visit to Raj Ghat where he will pay his respects to Father of the Nation Mahatma Gandhi at 7 am.
Aug 14, 2020, 22:12 PM IST
If enemy attacks us, we'll give befitting reply like every time: Defence Minister Rajnath Singh
Addressing the armed forces of the country, he added that if the enemy country ever attacked India, like every time India will give it a befitting reply.
Aug 14, 2020, 21:12 PM IST
President Ram Nath Kovind addresses nation on eve of 74th Independence Day: Full speech
In his address to the nation on the eve of the 74th Independence Day, the President complimented the COVID warriors.
Aug 14, 2020, 20:16 PM IST
Bravery of soldiers showed India capable of giving befitting response to any attempt of aggression: President Kovind
President Kovind took a jibe at China saying that "some in our neighbourhood tried to carry out their misadventure of expansion" at a time when "world community needs to fight together against the greatest challenge before humanity".
Aug 14, 2020, 19:52 PM IST
PM Narendra Modi may announce 'One Nation One Health' card on August 15
Prime Minister Narendra Modi will be addressing the nation on August 15, India's 74th Independence Day, from the ramparts of the iconic Red Fort. During his I-Day speech, the PM is expected to make an important announcement on the 'One Nation One Health Card' scheme.
Aug 14, 2020, 15:32 PM IST
President Ram Nath Kovind to address nation on eve of 74th Independence Day
The address will be broadcast from 7.00 pm onwards on the entire national network of All India Radio (AIR) and overall Doordarshan channels in Hindi, followed by the English version, it said.
Aug 13, 2020, 22:48 PM IST
Military officer, who will stand next to PM Narendra Modi on Independence Day at Red Fort, undergoes COVID-19 test
During the flag hoisting ceremony at the ramparts of the Red Fort, the person who will be most close to PM Modi is a female military officer.
Aug 12, 2020, 18:38 PM IST
Delhi Police issues traffic advisory for Independence Day: Check routes to avoid
According to the advisory, the traffic around Red Fort will remain closed for general traffic from 4 am to 10 am and only labelled vehicles will be permitted.
Aug 11, 2020, 22:12 PM IST
Indian tricolour to be hoisted at Times Square to commemorate India's Independence Day
The Federation of Indian Associations (FIA) of the tri-state area of New York, New Jersey and Connecticut said in a statement that it "will be creating history" on August 15, 2020 by "hosting the first ever flag hoisting ceremony at Times Square" to commemorate India's Independence Day.
Aug 11, 2020, 02:26 AM IST
Independence Day security arrangements, preparations underway in Delhi's Red Fort
This year, all the arrangements have been made differently keeping in mind social distancing due to the coronavirus COVID-19 crisis.
Aug 07, 2020, 20:48 PM IST
Independence Day programme amid COVID-19; participant officials, their associates to quarantine till August 15
The decision pertains to the security of all VVIPs, including Prime Minister Narendra Modi.
Jul 29, 2020, 16:39 PM IST
Fate of Jammu & Kashmir getting change from August 15?
Is the Fate of Jammu & Kashmir going to change from August 15? Watch this video to know...
Aug 04, 2019, 21:20 PM IST
Sudarsan Pattnaik's Independence Day special sand art will make your jaw drop - Watch
Pattnaik took to Twitter to share images and a video to showcase the diverse cultures of India and the bond that unites us all.
Aug 15, 2018, 16:53 PM IST
Sania Mirza lashes out at troll who wished her on Pakistan's Independence Day
Tennis player Sania Mirza on Tuesday lashed out at a troll, who wished her on Pakistan's Independence Day.
Aug 14, 2018, 20:44 PM IST