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Indian diaspora members celebrate Independence Day in USA

Aug 17, 2024, at 10:44 pm

The Indian diaspora members on Thursday celebrated Independence Day at the iconic Times Square in the US city of New York.

Keeping ‘Viksit Bharat’ at the heart of Independence Day celebrations

Aug 16, 2024, at 04:27 am

As Independence Day celebrations unfolded across the region, venues were filled with a palpable sense of patriotic and nationalistic fervour.

Rahul Gandhi becomes first Leader of Opposition in 10 years to attend Independence Day celebrations

Aug 15, 2024, at 07:28 pm

New Delhi/IBNS: Congress MP Rahul Gandhi on Thursday became the first Leader of Opposition in 10 years to attend the celebrations for the 78th Independence Day at Red Fort in New Delhi.

Secular civil code is the need of the hour: PM Modi in Independence Day speech

Aug 15, 2024, at 05:54 pm

New Delhi/IBNS: Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Thursday said the existing "communal" and "divisive" civil code must be replaced by a "secular civil code" speaking in favour of the Uniform Civil Code in his Independence Day speech.

Affirmative action must be strengthened as instrument of inclusion: President Droupadi Murmu

Aug 15, 2024, at 02:32 am

New Delhi/IBNS: President Droupadi Murmu Thursday made a push for a more inclusive society and called for affirmative action to be strengthened as an instrument towards this end in her address to the nation on the eve of India's 78th Independence Day.

Indian Consulate in Toronto celebrates Independence Day, facilitates 66 war veterans

Aug 21, 2023, at 04:59 am

The Indian Consulate in Toronto felicitated 66 Varishtha Yoddhas (veterans) from tri-services for their contributions to India on the occasion of Independence Day on Tuesday.

Independence Day: Dubai's Burj Khalifa illuminated in colours of Indian flag

Aug 16, 2023, at 03:36 pm

Dubai's iconic Burj Khalifa building on Tuesday joined Indians in celebrating the country's 77th Independence Day by illuminating the structure with colours of the Indian flag.

Manipur violence instigated by outside elements, time to forgive: CM N Biren Singh

Aug 16, 2023, at 01:55 am

Imphal/UNI/IBNS: Manipur Chief Minister N Biren Singh on Tuesday said the unrest in Manipur has been instigated by some vested interests and outside elements who want to destabilise the state and the country.

Vladimir Putin, Antony Blinken, Emmanuel Macron wish India on Independence Day

Aug 15, 2023, at 11:35 pm

New Delhi: Prominent world leaders, including Russian President Vladimir Putin, on Tuesday greeted India as the country celebrated 77th Independence Day on Tuesday.

Independence Day: BSF, Pakistani Rangers exchange sweets on border

Aug 15, 2023, at 11:32 pm

Jammu: The troops of the Border Security Force and Pakistan Rangers on Tuesday exchanged sweets on the occasion of India's 77th Independence Day at various Border Outposts under the Jammu Frontier in a very cordial atmosphere.

Dynastic politics destroyed our country: Narendra Modi targets Congress in Independence Day speech from Red Fort

Aug 15, 2023, at 08:58 pm

Indian PM Narendra Modi on Tuesday made an indirect jibe at the Congress party while addressing the nation on Independence Day and said the 'dynastic system' gripped the country and snatched away the rights of the people.

Independence Day Speech: PM Narendra Modi congratulates countrymen for forming a strong, stable government after three-decade of uncertainty

Aug 15, 2023, at 08:52 pm

Indian PM Narendra Modi on Tuesday addressed the nation on Independence Day when he praised the countrymen for forming a strong and stable government after three decades of uncertainty, instability and political compulsions.

Narendra Modi's Independence Day speech: PM says India's G20 presidency brought out full potential of common citizens

Aug 15, 2023, at 07:43 pm

India’s G20 Presidency has brought out the potential of India’s common citizens, says Narendra Modi on Independence Day speech from Red Fort

Modi's I-Day speech: 'India to be third biggest economy in five years,' claims PM

Aug 15, 2023, at 06:24 pm

New Delhi/UNI: Listing out achievements of his government in the past nine plus years, Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Tuesday said India will become the third largest economy in the world in the coming five years.

Modi's I-Day speech: PM seeks another term, promises 'golden moment' for India

Aug 15, 2023, at 05:46 pm

New Delhi/UNI: With an eye on the coming general election, Prime Minister Narendra Modi in his Independence Day speech on Tuesday presented his report card for the last 10 years and made a strong pitch for helming the country again promising a 'golden moment' for India in the next five years.

President Droupadi Murmu addresses nation on eve of 77th Independence Day, calls for citizens' equal rights

Aug 15, 2023, at 03:16 am

New Delhi/IBNS: Indian President Droupadi Murmu addressed the nation on the eve of 77th Independence Day and said she wants the daughters of India "to move forward" and be able to "face every challenge".

Jammu and Kashmir: CRPF celebrates Azadi Ka Amrit Mahotsav in Srinagar by participating in Tiranga Rally from Lal Chowk to Nishat Garden

Aug 14, 2023, at 11:37 pm

Additional Director General of Central Reserve Police Force (CRPF), J&K Zone, Nalin Prabhat flagged off a Tiranga Rally in Srinagar's Lal Chowk in Jammu and Kashmir on Sunday to mark the ‘Azadi Ka Amrit Mahotsav’ event.

Independence Day: Full dress rehearsals held across Kashmir valley

Aug 14, 2023, at 01:47 am

Srinagar: The full dress rehearsal of the 77th Independence Day was held at Bakhshi Stadium in Jammu and Kashmir's Srinagar city on Sunday amid adequate arrangements in place.

Home Minister Amit Shah launches 'Tiranga Yatra' from Ahmedabad; urges all citizens to hoist Tricolour on Independence Day

Aug 13, 2023, at 11:29 pm

Ahmedabad: Home Minister Amit Shah on Sunday addressed the “Tiranga Yatra” as part of the “Har Ghar Tiranga Campaign” in Ahmedabad, Gujarat today.

Har Ghar Tiranga: Narendra Modi asks citizens to upload photos with 'Tiranga'

Aug 12, 2023, at 02:47 pm

New Delhi: PM Narendra Modi has asked citizens to upload photos with Tiranga on harghartiranga.com under the 'Har Ghar Tiranga' initiative between August 13 and August 15.

Jammu and Kashmir prepares for Independence Day celebration

Aug 10, 2023, at 09:28 am

Srinagar/IBNS: Lieutenant Governor Manoj Sinha chaired a pivotal meeting to conduct a comprehensive review of preparations for the upcoming Independence Day celebrations spanning the captivating expanse of Jammu and Kashmir.

Ro Khanna-led US Congressional Member Delegation to visit India, attend Narendra Modi's Independence Day speech

Aug 09, 2023, at 10:14 pm

US Congressmen, Ro Khanna and Michael Waltz, who are also co-chairs of the House India caucus will lead a bipartisan Congressional Member Delegation to India when they will attend PM Narendra Modi's Independence Day address on August 15.

Jammu and Kashmir: LG Manoj Sinha reviews preparedness for Independence Day celebration

Aug 09, 2023, at 12:00 am

Srinagar: Lieutenant Governor Manoj Sinha on Tuesday reviewed the preparedness for the Independence Day celebration in Jammu and Kashmir.

Kashmiri potter working tirelessly on earthen lamps which will be lit up to celebrate Independence Day

Aug 07, 2023, at 11:09 pm

Srinagar: Potter Mohammad Umar Kumar is working enthusiastically and tirelessly at his Nishat unit to meet the huge order of 5,000 earthen lamps that would be lit under the initiative “Mere Mitti Mera Desh” in government offices to celebrate the 75th independence day in Kashmir.

Har Ghar Tiranga: India Post to sell national flag through its 1.6 lakh post offices

Aug 02, 2023, at 02:44 pm

To instil a feeling of patriotism in the hearts of people and a sense of pride for the Journey of India, the Government of India, under the aegis of Azadi Ka Amrit Mahotsav (AKAM), introduced the 'Har Ghar Tiranga Campaign'.

India Post to sell National Flag through its 1.6 lakh post offices to celebrate 'Har Ghar Tiranga'

Aug 02, 2023, at 04:30 am

New Delhi: The Centre has decided to leverage the vast physical network of 1.6 lakh post offices in the country to ensure the sale of flags under the campaign the ‘Har Ghar Tiranga campaign’ between 13–15 August.

76th Indian Independence Day observed in Canada's Brampton

Aug 18, 2022, at 05:24 am

Toronto/IBNS: The Consulate General of India, Toronto office celebrated in person the 75th Indian Independence Day of India on Aug 15 at Pearson International Convention Centre, Brampton, Ontario.

Indian Army troops celebrate I-day at world's highest battlefield, watch the video now

Aug 18, 2022, at 12:30 am

Srinagar:  The Indian Army troops on Monday joined the rest of the nation in observed Independence Day but this celebration was special as it was done at the world's highest battlefield- Siachen glacier.

Government of India celebrates Har Ghar Tiranga Program

Aug 16, 2022, at 07:42 pm

New Delhi: The Government of India celebrated Har Ghar Tiranga Program from 11th August – 15 August, 2022.

Policemen, civilian injured in two separate grenade attacks in Kashmir

Aug 16, 2022, at 05:39 am

Srinagar/IBNS: A policeman and a civilian were injured in two separate grenade attacks on the occasion of Independence Day in Kashmir.