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I-day highlights: PM Modi thanks global leaders for congratulating India on Independence Day
76th Independence Day: The grand celebrations included hoisting of national flag across the country and Prime Minister Narendra Modi's speech from the ramparts of the Red Fort.
India celebrated its 76th Independence Day on Monday. Under the banner of Azadi Ka Amrit Mahotsav, several events have been held over the last 75 weeks to celebrate the 75 years of India's independence. Prime Minister Narendra Modi unfurled the tricolour at 7.30am and addressed the nation from the ramparts of the Red Fort. The Independence Day ceremony and PM Modi's address was aired live on national television channels, Hindustan Times website, and different online streaming channels.
...Read MorePM Modi thanks global leaders for congratulating India on its 76th Independence Day
Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Monday thanked global leaders including French President Emmanuel Macron, Australian Prime Minister Anthony Albanese and Nepalese Prime Minister Sher Bahadur Deuba, for congratualting India on its 76th Independence Day.
Civilian, cop injured in two terror attacks in J&K on Independence Day
A civilian and a police personnel were injured in two terror attacks that took place in Budgam and Srinagar districts of Jammu and Kashmir on Monday, the day India is celebrating its 76th Independence Day.
PM Modi, Vice Prez attend 'At Home' reception hosted by Prez Murmu
Prime Minister Narendra Modi, Vice President Jagdeep Dhankar and his spouse Sudesh attended the 'At Home' reception hosted by President Droupadi Murmu.
Lucknow: People gather at over 100 crossroads to render national anthem
On the ocassion of the country's 76th Independence Day, people at more than 100 crossroads in Lucknow stood in rapt attention and rendered the national anthem.
Maharashtra CM flags off special metro train showcasing freedom struggle
Maharashtra chief minister Eknath Shinde on Monday flagged off a special metro called the 'Azadi Express', which showcased the freedom struggle and the state's beauty.
The Azadi Express is a special initiative of the Mumbai Metropolitan Regional Development Authority (MMDRA) and Maha Mumbai Metro Operation Corporation Ltd (MMMOCL) to celebrate Azadi Ka Amrit Mahotsav, according to a government statement.
Uttar Pradesh: Complaint filed after teachers miss flag hoisting at school in Harraiya development block
A complaint was filed with officials after teachers and other staff at a government primary school in Harraiya development block missed flag hoisting on the Independence Day, news agency PTI reported.
A probe in the matter has been ordered by the district Basic Siksha Adhikari (BSA).
On Independence Day, Gujarat CM announces 3% hike in DA for state govt employees
Gujarat chief minister Bhupendra Patel on Monday announced a three per cent hike in the dearness allowance (DA) for state government employees under the 7th Pay Commission, with retrospective effect from January 1, 2022.
Vizag: Ceremonial Parade held at the Eastern Naval Command
A ceremonial parade was held at the Eastern Naval Command Parade Ground in Vizag to celebrate the Independence Day.
750-square feet tricolour, that travelled from Sikkim to Antartica, displayed at Lal Chowk
Beating Retreat ceremony underway at Attari-Wagah border
The Beating Retreat is currently underway at the Attari-Wagah border.
CJI NV Ramana hoists tricolour in Supreme Court
Chief Justice of India (CJI) NV Ramana hoisted the tricolour in the Supreme Court on the Independence Day on Monday.
Russian Prez Putin congratulates India on I-Day
Russian President Vladimir Putin on Monday congratulated India on its 76th Independence Day.
“By joint efforts we will ensure the further development of the whole range of productive interstate ties for the benefit of our friendly peoples, in the interests of strengthening security & stability at the regional and global level,” Putin said in a statement.
Full text of PM Modi's address to India on Independence Day
Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Monday addressed India from the ramparts of the Red Fort in New Delhi on the occasion of the country's 76th Independence Day.
Click here to access the full text of the Prime Minsiter's address
Jammu and Kashmir: People wave the tricolour at Lal Chowk in Srinagar
On PM Modi's nepotism remark, Congress says BJP's internal matter
Congress leader Pawan Khera said the occasion is not for raising political issues but the tradition has been changed by PM Modi himself. On PM Modi's ‘bhai-batijawad’ comment, Pawan Khera said, “I think it is an internal issue of the BJP -- the nepotism of the Bharatiya Janata Party” Read more…
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French President Emmanuel Macron congratulates India on Independence Day
"..As you proudly celebrate India’s stunning achievements in the past 75 years, you can count on France to always stand by your side," he tweeted.
Rahul Gandhi, other Congress leaders pay tribute to Mahatma Gandhi
Congress leaders took a pledge at Gandhi Smriti to serve the country as members of the party and work towards the unity of the nation.
Nitish Kumar says prohibitory law for population control not needed
Bihar chief minister Nitish Kumar said that the female fertility rate has dropped from 4.3 per cent in 2005 to 2.9 per cent in 2022, highlighting it as a major achievement of his government's focus on girls' education. He said that no prohibitory law in required to bring down the fertility rate.
Bihar CM announced additional 10 lakh jobs: Tejashwi
Apart from the promised 10 lakh jobs, Bihar chief minister Nitish Kumar announced an additional 10 lakh jobs under various arrangements, his deputy Tejashwi Yadav said on Monday.
Indian Army troops recite national anthem at Siachen Glacier
Congress will oppose attempts to put leaders like Gandhi, Nehru, Patel in dock: Sonia Gandhi
Congress interim president Sonia Gandhi extended her greetings on the occasion of Independence Day and said, "In the last 75 years, India has made a global mark in science, education, health, information technology and other areas through the sheer hard work of talented Indians. Read more…
Mehbooba Mufti alleges Kashmiris threatened to hoist tricolour
Independence Day: Rahul Gandhi quotes Nehru from ‘tryst with destiny’ speech
Senior Congress leader Rahul Gandhi quoted India's first prime minister Jaawaharlal Nehru from his iconic ‘tryst with destiny’ speech to extend greetings on the Independence Day.
