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Freedom wouldn’t have come without Bengal’s contribution: Mamata Banerjee

Published on Aug 14, 2025 21:30 IST

West Bengal chief minister Mamata Banerjee addresses during a programme to mark 12 years of 'Kanyashree Prakalpa', the state’s social welfare scheme for girls, in Kolkata, on Aug. 14. (PTI)

Stalin, DMK allies to boycott governor’s Independence Day reception

MK Stalin (File photo)

Published on Aug 14, 2025 20:12 IST

Narayan Chandra Maiti: I went underground to evade arrest, hid in jute fields

Narayan Chandra Maiti: I went underground to evade arrest, used to hide in jute fields

Updated on Aug 14, 2025 19:32 IST

Know the 16 BSF bravehearts getting gallantry medals for Operation Sindoor

The 16 personnel list, being awarded the Medal for Gallantry (GM) on the 79th Independence Day for showing their exceptional bravery and unmatched valour exhibited by them in Operation Sindoor, is out

Updated on Aug 14, 2025 17:32 IST

Delhi’s Game of Shadows: Secret terror drill plays out across city ahead of I-Day each year

(Above) Security outside the Red Fort on Thursday, on the eve of the 79th Independence Day. The inspiration for these drills came in July 2015, when three gunmen in army fatigues stormed Punjab’s Gurdaspur, hijacking a car, firing at a bus stand, and attacking a police station. (RAJ K RAJ /HT PHOTO)

Published on Aug 14, 2025 17:29 IST

Meat shops in Pune & Pimpri-Chinchwad to remain open on I-Day & Janmashtami

The PCMC has over 1,200 meat and chicken shops in Pimpri-Chinchwad. While there are as many as 200 meat shop licence holders in the PMC jurisdiction. (REPRESENTATIVE PHOTO)

Published on Aug 14, 2025 16:30 IST

Indian military heroes honoured on Independence Day eve | List of awardees

President Droupadi Murmu has also approved 290 Mention-in-Despatches – 115 personnel of the Indian Army, 05 of the Indian Navy, 167 of the Indian Air Force and 03 of the Border Roads Development Board (BRDB).

Updated on Aug 14, 2025 16:40 IST

Pakistan PM announces formation of new ‘rocket force’ days after threat to India

Pakistan PM Shehbaz Sharif said that the new force will prove another milestone in further strengthening our conventional war capabilities.

Published on Aug 14, 2025 16:08 IST

India won't have got independence if Bengal wasn't there, says CM Mamata

CM Mamata Banerjee's remarks came against the backdrop of her party, Trinamool Congress's campaign that is themed on Bengali 'asmita' (pride).

Published on Aug 14, 2025 15:29 IST

Book Box: Reading India, becoming India

Reading India, Becoming India

Updated on Aug 14, 2025 15:12 IST

President Murmu lauds Op Sindoor, invokes Mahatma Gandhi in I-Day eve address

President Droupadi Murmu addresses the nation on the eve of the 79th Independence Day, on Thursday, August 14 2025.

Published on Aug 14, 2025 15:05 IST

PM Modi should announce restoration of statehood to J&K on I-Day, says minister

The J&K said PM Modi should make the announcement on August 15 itself as it is something that the UT could get after 8 weeks.

Published on Aug 14, 2025 14:39 IST

Independence Day 2025: Step-by-step guide to book seat for ceremony at Red Fort

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, 2025 13:54 IST

Op Sindoor a sign India no longer bound by traditional borders: Rajnath Singh

Defence minister Rajnath Singh said India successfully utilised cutting-edge apparatus during the operation and proved that it was no longer dependent on foreign technology. (PTI)

Published on Aug 14, 2025 13:44 IST

This Independence Day and Janmashtami long weekend, explore this beach places

Varkala is known for its clear waters and peaceful beaches

Published on Aug 14, 2025 12:14 IST

Sitaare Zameen Par gets massive price drop on YouTube for Independence Day

Aamir Khan reveals his unconventional distribution method for Sitaare Zameen Par, aiming to reach more viewers via YouTube.

Published on Aug 14, 2025 11:01 IST

Liked Saare Jahaan Se Accha? It's time for Salakaar and Special Ops!

Naveen Kasturia in Salakaar, Kay Kay Menon in Special Ops 2

Updated on Aug 14, 2025 10:43 IST

Independence Day: Tricolour to be unfurled 1st time at 14 Chhattisgarh villages

Anti-Maoist operations have been intensified in Bastar since January. (ANI)

Published on Aug 14, 2025 10:27 IST

Happy Independence Day 2025: 230+ wishes, images, patriotic quotes, GIFs 🇮🇳

Happy Independence Day 2025: Share these top wishes with your family and friends to celebrate India's 79th Independence Day on August 15. (Canva)

Updated on Aug 15, 2025 04:18 IST

Check out these Independence Day food offers in Delhi NCR

Check out these Independence Day food offers in Delhi NCR

Updated on Aug 14, 2025 09:22 IST

Independence Day 2025: Who is the man behind the design of national flag?

The national flag's design has the story of decades of design evolution.

Updated on Aug 14, 2025 08:42 IST

Independence Day 2025: Test your knowledge with this 10-question quiz

Independence day 2025 quiz

Updated on Aug 15, 2025 02:43 IST

Independence Day 2025: Smart Charkhi hits market ahead of 15 August, uses phone…

It uses a Type-C charging port, allowing users to charge it with the same cable they use for their smartphones.

Published on Aug 14, 2025 06:54 IST

Independence Day 2025: Chef Sanjeev Kapoor's top 3 recipes inspired by tiranga

India's Independence Day in 2025 will be its 79th celebration. To celebrate, here are some traditional Indian recipes by chef Sanjeev Kapoor. (Instagram/ Sanjeev Kapoor and Sanjeevkapoor.com)

Published on Aug 14, 2025 06:52 IST

Independence Day 2025: 5 plant-based snacks to help you stay free from guilt!

Replacing packaged snacks with roasted chana or sprouts can be a great starting point for those looking to adopt a healthier lifestyle. (Freepik)

Published on Aug 14, 2025 06:30 IST

Delhi security tightened with snipers, drones ahead of Independence Day

Delhi Police Commissioner S.B.K. Singh, along with other senior police officers, conducts a security inspection during the full dress rehearsal for the 79th Independence Day celebrations at the Red Fort complex in New Delhi on Wednesday.

Updated on Aug 14, 2025 05:15 IST

Dry days in Bengaluru on August 15, 16? Truth behind viral reports

The BBMP usually enforces liquor bans in Bengaluru to maintain peace during large gatherings, however, alcohol sales will remain unaffected on both August 15 and 16.

Updated on Aug 15, 2025 09:39 IST

'Remembering upheaval, pain': PM Modi on Partition Horrors Remembrance Day

File photo of Prime Minister Narendra Modi making an address

Updated on Aug 14, 2025 06:04 IST

US wishes Pak on Independence Day, ‘appreciates engagement in counterterrorism’

US Secretary of State Marco Rubio answers a reporter's question

Updated on Aug 14, 2025 02:41 IST

3 dead, over 60 hurt in aerial firing during Independence Day events in Pak

A man waves a flag of Pakistan as people watch a firework displayed in front of a stadium in Karachi on Independence Day.

Updated on Aug 14, 2025 02:40 IST

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