PM Narendra Modi sports saffron headgear during Independence Day address
PM Modi sported a saffron turban during his I-day address at the Red Fort.
Aug 15, 2018, 10:33 AM ISTThis Independence Day, PM Narendra Modi delivers his third longest speech
On the occasion of the country's 72nd Independence Day, PM Modi spoke for about 82 minutes from the ramparts of the historic Red Fort.
Aug 15, 2018, 09:39 AM ISTPM Narendra Modi addresses nation on 72nd Independence Day: Here are top highlights of his speech
During the speech, the Prime Minister covered various aspects including Jan Arogya Abhiyan, Jammu and Kashmir, honest taxpayers and northeast states.
Aug 15, 2018, 09:30 AM ISTIndependence Day: Major Aditya Kumar, rifleman Aurangzeb to get Shaurya Chakra
Rifleman Aurangzeb, who was brutally killed by terrorists in J&K's Pulwama in June when he was on his way home for Eid, will also be conferred the gallantry award.
Aug 15, 2018, 09:06 AM ISTPM Narendra Modi quotes Tamil poet Subramania Bharti in Independence Day speech
One of the highlights of PM Modi's speech was the special mention of 20th century Tamil poet Chinnaswami Subramania Bharti.
Aug 15, 2018, 08:22 AM ISTPM Narendra Modi greets nation on 72nd Independence Day
Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Wednesday greeted the people on the occasion of India's 72nd Independence Day.
Aug 15, 2018, 07:53 AM IST72nd Independence Day: Tight security cover in Delhi; thousands of security personnel deployed around Red Fort
With the nation gearing up to celebrate its 72nd independence, around 70,000 Delhi Police personnel have been stationed to ensure safety and security across the national capital.
Aug 15, 2018, 07:26 AM IST72nd Independence Day: PM Narendra Modi to address nation from Red Fort, may launch health scheme
PM Modi is likely to announce the launch of the world's largest government-funded healthcare programme, called the Ayushman Bharat-National Health Protection Scheme.
Aug 15, 2018, 06:44 AM ISTSWAT teams, snipers and kite-catchers: Delhi turns into a fortress this Independence Day
While 70,000 cops have been deployed across the city, kite-catchers too have been employed after last year's incident when a black kite landed close to the podium where PM Modi was making his speech.
Aug 14, 2018, 22:44 PM ISTAll you need to know before taking Delhi Metro, DTC on Independence Day
Security in the city has been tightened ahead of Independence Day celebrations.
Aug 14, 2018, 21:02 PM ISTFly high with PM Modi: Narendra kites a big hit on eve of Independence Day
Traders say business has been good and kites with faces of known personalities have been a major hit among buyers.
Aug 14, 2018, 20:21 PM ISTThose attending Independence Day celebrations at Red Fort to get a special gift this year
The branding of the fan appropriately highlights the collaboration through a sticker pasted on the stem/ handle of the Hand fan which states: 'I am a fan of Tribes India'.
Aug 14, 2018, 18:10 PM ISTHow Independence Day will be celebrated at Red Fort this year: All you need to know
The Guard of Honour contingent for the Prime Minister will consist of one officer and 24 men each from the Army, Navy, Air Force and Delhi Police.
Aug 14, 2018, 17:35 PM ISTPM Narendra Modi's Independence Day speech: When and where to watch
PM Narendra Modi will address the nation on the occasion of India's 72nd Independence Day.
Aug 14, 2018, 16:14 PM ISTDalmia group 'adopts' Red Fort at Rs 5 crore per year; Congress questions government
Dalmia group has joined 'monument mitras' from other various private sector companies to look after the operations and the maintenance of Red Fort for the next five years.
Apr 28, 2018, 16:55 PM ISTRepublic Day 2018: These songs will reignite spirit of patriotism
This Republic Day, top off your playlist with some of these nest patriotic songs.
Jan 25, 2018, 13:43 PM ISTTop LeT terrorist, suspected behind Red Fort terror attack in 2000, arrested
Top Lashkar-e-Toiba terrorist Bilal Ahmad Kawa, suspected behind the Red Fort terror attack in 2000, has been arrested by authorities on Wednesday evening.
Jan 10, 2018, 22:46 PM ISTTraitors built Red Fort too, will Narendra Modi stop hoisting flag there: Asaduddin Owaisi
BJP leader Sangeet Som was trolled on Twitter on Monday over his controversial comment calling the Taj Mahal a "blot" on Indian culture and history.
Oct 16, 2017, 19:07 PM ISTFestivals should inspire us to do something for society, nation: PM Narendra Modi
Festivals like Dussehra should not be a mere source of entertainment but also inspire us and give us the resolve to do something for society and the nation, Prime Minister Narendra Modi said here on Saturday.
Sep 30, 2017, 20:45 PM ISTTaxi driver rapes 23-yr-old woman at park in Red Fort
A 30-year-old taxi driver has been arrested for allegedly raping a 23-year-old woman at a park near Red Fort, the police said on Wednesday.
Sep 14, 2017, 00:53 AM IST