Independence Day celebrations

Electrifying Beating retreat ceremony underway at Attari-Wagah border in Amritsar

The beating retreat ceremony was held at the Attari-Wagah border in Punjab’s Amritsar on the occasion of Independence Day.

Aug 16, 2023, 10:00 AM IST

Independence Day 2023 LIVE Updates: PM Modi gets emotional as he speaks on Manipur violence! Modi on Manipur

Independence Day 2023 LIVE Updates: Today the country has completed 76 years of independence and the whole country is celebrating 77th Independence Day. The spirit of patriotism is being felt from the country's capital Delhi to Mumbai and from Kashmir to Kanyakumari on the Independence Day. Strict security arrangements have been made across the country for the celebration of independence.

Aug 15, 2023, 08:16 AM IST

Independence Day 2023: PM Modi To Deliver 10th Consecutive Address, 1,800 People Invited As 'Special Guests'

77th Independence Day: Around 1,800 people from different vocations, with their spouses, have been invited from across India to be a part of the celebrations at Red Fort as special guests. 

Aug 14, 2023, 23:18 PM IST

Independence Day: Entry Of Vehicles Banned On These Routes Till August 15, Security Tightened In Delhi

Traffic Restrictions In Delhi: The entry of commercial and heavy vehicles will be restricted from Noida and Ghaziabad towards Delhi starting from Monday night till August 15. 

Aug 14, 2023, 10:05 AM IST

1800 Special Guests, 75 Couples In Traditional Attire To Witness Independence Day Events At Red Fort

India's 77th Independence Day: The initiative has been taken in line with the Government’s vision of ‘Jan Bhagidari’. According to the release, 75 couples from each State/Union Territory, in their traditional attire, have also been invited to witness the ceremony at Red Fort.

Aug 14, 2023, 06:38 AM IST

Bengal CM Mamata Banerjee dances with folk artists at Independence Day Celebrations: Watch

Banerjee congratulated the people on India's 75 years of Independence on Twitter. She wrote, "We, the people of India, must preserve their sacred legacy and uphold the dignity of our democratic values and people's rights"

Aug 15, 2022, 14:06 PM IST

Alert issued in Delhi before Pakistan's conspiracy

Intelligence agencies have issued an alert of attack in Delhi on the occasion of August 15. According to the alert, Pakistan's ISI can carry out the attack through Khalistani terrorists.

Aug 14, 2022, 16:20 PM IST

PM Modi continues with flamboyant 'pagadi' tradition, sports Kolhapuri Pheta style safa this I-Day, take a look at his colourful turbans

PM Modi’s choice of attire on Independence Day is something that never goes unnoticed, so let's take a look at his attires during the last seven years of Independence Day speeches. 

Aug 15, 2021, 10:49 AM IST

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

Independence Day: Neeraj Chopra, PV Sindhu, Mirabai Chanu highlight India's Olympic contingent at Red Fort – WATCH

Ahead of the national flag hoisting ceremony, Olympic gold medallist Neeraj Chopra said it's a new experience for him as he used to watch the ceremony on TV, and now he is personally attending it.

Aug 15, 2021, 08:15 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

Kite-flying to special gifts - Best ways to celebrate Independence Day amid COVID scare!

Being patriotic and at the same time celebrating the essence of freedom can be felt the most on this day. 

Aug 14, 2021, 11:56 AM IST

PM Narendra Modi continues 'safa' tradition, opts for saffron, cream turban

Continuing his tradition of donning flamboyant and colourful turbans, Prime Minister Narendra Modi sported a saffron and cream headgear with a long tail at the 74th Independence Day celebrations held at the historic Red Fort here on Saturday.

Aug 15, 2020, 12:25 PM IST

Major Shweta Pandey: Flag Officer who assisted PM Narendra Modi hoist tricolor at Red Fort

Major Shweta holds a degree in computer science and has done her advance course in radars. She assisted PM Modi as he unfurled the national flag at the Red Fort on Independence Day.

Aug 15, 2020, 11:21 AM IST

Sarkar family wishes for an equal opportunity in India for everyone this Independence Day

Wishing countrymen a Happy Independence Day 2020, SNMD Sarkar, CEO of Sarkar Company, says there is hope for a bright future for India and Indians despite all roadblocks. Sarkar Jets is one of the flagship ventures of the Sarkar Family and it offers the ultra-rich Indians the chance to opt for private air travel instead of going on a commercial airliner. 

Aug 15, 2020, 10:54 AM IST

Independence Day Celebrations 2020 at Red Fort; Check details

The Prime Minister will arrive at 0718 hours in front of Lahore Gate of Red Fort, and he will be received by Defence Minister Rajnath Singh and Defence Secretary Dr Ajay Kumar.

Aug 14, 2020, 22:19 PM IST

Patna's Gandhi Maidan: A silent witness to landmark events in India's history

The sprawling oval-shaped ground, now famously known as 'Gandhi Maidan' which has been the venue of I-Day celebrations in the state since independence, was earlier called 'Bankipore Maidan' or 'Patna Lawn'.

Aug 13, 2020, 22:48 PM IST

Masks, I-Day shirts, kite flying and much more - Innovative ways to celebrate Independence Day with your loved ones!

Also, please maintain social distancing and do not forget to wear your masks and gloves for staying safe.

Aug 13, 2020, 14:36 PM IST

Independence Day celebrations: Indian Armed Forces give musical performance at Red Fort

The Indian Air Force Band had performed in a musical concert at Koshrab ashram in Ahmedabad on August 8.

 

Aug 09, 2020, 19:31 PM IST

Watch 73rd Independence Day celebrations at Kupwara

School students participate in full dress rehearsals ahead of 73rd Independence Day celebrations, in Jammu and Kashmir's Kupwara. #Kupwara #IndependenceDay2019 #15August

Aug 15, 2019, 13:38 PM IST