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I-Day security: Police map 20,000 premises around Red Fort

The eParikshan application has replaced the traditional paper-based verification process, police said (RAJ K RAJ /HT PHOTO)

Updated on Aug 14, 2026, 10:57 PM IST

India's road to 600 Tests: The first, the failures and the immortal heroes

The first and the current Test captain of India

Updated on Aug 16, 2026, 12:11 AM IST

Delhiwale: This way to 15 August

(Mayank Austen Soofi)

Updated on Aug 14, 2026, 10:40 PM IST

Sangrur SP Navreet Singh Virk awarded President’s Police Medal for meritorious service

Sangrur superintendent of police Navreet Singh Virk (HT)

Updated on Aug 14, 2026, 9:38 PM IST

Pushpa Singh: ‘Only a few of us champions are left, the rest are out’

Pushpa Singh stands by the table for a quick photo, holding her cards in a fan.

Updated on Aug 14, 2026, 8:53 PM IST

President Murmu on IWT suspension: ‘Decisive step in interest of nation'

President Droupadi Murmu

Updated on Aug 15, 2026, 6:12 AM IST

‘Beginning of another’: How Hindustan Times reported freedom on August 15, 1947

Hindustan Times newspaper on the morning of August 15, 1947.

Updated on Aug 15, 2026, 6:11 AM IST

Independence Day 2026: 1,057 personnel awarded Gallantry and Service medals

Students hold the national flag during a full-dress rehearsal on the eve of the 80th Independence Day celebrations at Field Marshal Manekshaw Parade Ground in Bengaluru, Karnataka, on Friday, August 14, 2026.

Published on Aug 14, 2026, 6:04 PM IST

‘Honour to captain in 600th Test on Independence Day’: Proud Gill eyes WTC final

It's an important series for Shubman Gill.

Updated on Aug 14, 2026, 5:15 PM IST

Independence Day flag-hoisting guide: Dos and don’ts every Indian should know

On Independence Day, every year, the ceremonial flag hoisting and parades take place across the country.

Published on Aug 14, 2026, 4:38 PM IST

Red Fort security tightened ahead of I-Day with 1,000+ AI-enabled CCTV cameras

A huge crowd accumulates at Delhi's Red Fort or Lal Quila every year to witness the annual event in person.

Updated on Aug 14, 2026, 4:22 PM IST

Here’s how you can learn the national song Vande Mataram

For the first time ever, Vande Mataram will be sung during the Independence Day celebrations at the Red Fort.

Published on Aug 14, 2026, 4:17 PM IST

Independence Day 2026 PM Modi Red Fort speech: When and where to watch it live

A volunteer holds an Indian national flag during a tricolour campaign in Kolkata on August 10, 2026 ahead of country's 80th Independence Day on August 15.

Updated on Aug 15, 2026, 6:33 AM IST

Lucknow Independence Day 2026: Bike rally, cycling, food offers, music and more

Lazy Throttle Motorcycle Club during a previous rally in Lucknow

Published on Aug 14, 2026, 1:39 PM IST

Freedom same night, but different dates: Why Pakistan marks its I-Day on Aug 14

Pakistan's founding father, Muhammad Ali Jinnah, with Lord and Lady Mountbatten in 1947

Updated on Aug 14, 2026, 11:11 PM IST

Delhi metro timings for Independence Day: Frequency, timetable, nearest stations

Delhi Metro lines will start from 4am on August 15

Updated on Aug 14, 2026, 12:09 PM IST

How to properly display, handle the Indian flag: Your six-point tricolour guide

Citizens can display the national flag on all days and occasions, provided its dignity is maintained as required under the Flag Code.

Updated on Aug 14, 2026, 12:01 PM IST

Delhi I-day traffic advisory: Roads near Red Fort closed, check alternate routes

New Delhi, India- August 13, 2026: Heavy traffic congestion at delhi dehradun expressway Gandhi nagar towards Geeta Colony due to independence day full dress rehearsal at red fort in New Delhi, India on Thursday, August 13, 2026.

Updated on Aug 14, 2026, 11:38 AM IST

Independence Day: Spider-Man kites takes flight in Lal Kuan market

Shoppers throng the vibrant aisles of Lal Kuan to eagerly pick out their favourite colourful kites for flying.

Published on Aug 14, 2026, 11:23 AM IST

80 years free, India’s biggest challenge is bureaucracy with colonial mindset

Only PM Modi has the will and determination to do so, as his political base still rocks.

Published on Aug 14, 2026, 10:46 AM IST

Independence Day 2026: 4 easy tricolour recipes to bring Tiranga to your table

Paint your menu tricolour!

Published on Aug 14, 2026, 9:06 AM IST

Independence Day 2026: 150+ wishes, quotes, images, greetings and messages

Happy Independence Day 2026: Celebrate India's 80th Independence Day.

Published on Aug 14, 2026, 8:33 AM IST

With full-dress rehearsal, PAU grounds set for I-Day event

Police personnel during the full-dress rehearsal for the Independence Day celebrations at PAU on Thursday. (Gurpreet Singh/HT)

Published on Aug 14, 2026, 8:08 AM IST

Additional checks, Red Fort parking mapped: Delhi steps up security for I-Day

Security personnel on alerts during the full dress rehearsal for the 80th Independence Day celebrations at the Red Fort complexin New Delhi, India, on Thursday, August 13, 2026.

Updated on Aug 14, 2026, 5:13 PM IST

Three wishes before Independence Day

East Bengal fans with the Tricolour at the AFC Champions League 2 qualifier against Kuwait’s Al Arabi SC on Wednesday.

Published on Aug 14, 2026, 8:00 AM IST

How to attend Independence Day Parade in Delhi? Step-by-step guide

As a fresh addition to this year's program Vande Mataram, the country's national song, will be sung in full for the first time at the celebrations.

Published on Aug 14, 2026, 7:20 AM IST

Honour the Tiranga: Here’s the right way to display, fold, and hand it over after August 15

Many across the country are readying to display the National Flag at their homes and offices ahead of Independence Day. (Photo: AI Generated (For representational purpose only))

Published on Aug 14, 2026, 3:06 AM IST

Ditch Chinese manjha: Kuchu-puchu, patang udao sans Chinese manjha, says Delhi Police warning

Screengrab of Delhi Police’ post on X.

Published on Aug 14, 2026, 3:04 AM IST

Independence Day 2026: 150+ easy speech ideas for school assembly

Express your patriotic feelings with the help of a speech, reflecting on India's journey from independence and the future that is ahead.

Published on Aug 13, 2026, 11:54 AM IST

Independence Day 2026: Is it 79th or 80th Independence Day of India?

India marks its Independence Day, or Swatantrata Diwas, every year on August 15. (ANI)

Updated on Aug 15, 2026, 7:17 AM IST

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