Page 13 - Latest Updates on Independence Day
I-Day eve address: Prez Murmu lays stress on maintaining spirit of harmony
President Monday said despite having diverse identities all Indians are equal citizens with equal opportunities, rights and duties and urged the people to move forward with the spirit of harmony
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77th Independence Day 2023: Chief Guest, Theme, Flag Hoisting Time
India to celebrate 77th Independence Day on August 15, 2023. PM Modi will hoist the National flag on the red fort and will also address the country from the Red Fort itself
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Independence Day 2023: When and where to watch PM Modi's August 15 speech
As part of the Independence Day celebrations, 50 nurses along with their family members from across the country have been invited as special guests
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I-Day 2023: Har Ghar Tiranga Campaign receives over 60 million selfies
Har Ghar Tiranga: In a social media post, Prime Minister Narendra Modi asked the people to change the display picture of their social media handles to the national flag
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Independence Day 2023: Flag hoisting guidelines, history, celebration
Independence Day is celebrated every year on 15 August, as India got its independence from British rule after 190 years. On this day in 1947, India was proclaimed a free country
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Internet services restored, security stepped up in Nuh ahead of I-Day
Following the violence on July 31, mobile internet services were completely stopped by the government till August 8. The suspension was subsequently extended till August 13
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India will be successful when women occupy equal space in society: Rahul
India will be truly successful only when women occupy equal space in the society, Congress leader Rahul Gandhi said on Monday.
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954 police medals, including 230 for gallantry, announced on I-Day eve
According to the Union Home Ministry's order, 230 personnel will be decorated with bravery medals, including a President's Police Medal for Gallantry (PPMG)
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Where did Nehru unfurl Tricolour on August 15, 1947? It wasn't the Red Fort
Where did Prime Minister Jawaharlal Nehru unfurl the Tricolour for the first time after India attained independence on August 15, 1947? Find out here
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Ahead of I-Day, optimism, but concerns abound
Another significant achievement is the adoption of information technology (IT) to improve various processes in the government and businesses
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10,000 cops, facial recognition cameras part of I-Day security at Red Fort
Police said that keeping in mind the recent violence in Haryana's Nuh and adjoining areas, a strict vigil is being ensured
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Why is the National Flag unfurled at the Red Fort every August 15?
On the eve of India's 77th Independence Day, the Red Fort remains the enduring seat of power that sowed the seeds of a democratic nation way back in 1857
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1,800 people invited as 'special guests' to attend I-Day event at Red Fort
Besides, 75 couples from each state and Union Territory, in their traditional attire, have been invited to witness the ceremony, the defence ministry said in a statement on Sunday
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UP CM Yogi Adityanath launched 'Har Ghar Tiranga' campaign on Sunday
Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath on Sunday launched the "Har Ghar Tiranga" campaign by hoisting the national flag on the Gorakhnath Temple premises here
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President Murmu to address nation on eve of 77th Independence Day
President Droupadi Murmu will address the nation on the eve of the 77th Independence Day on August 14, the Rashtrapati Bhavan said on Sunday
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Delhi Police issues traffic advisory for Independence Day on Tuesday
The Delhi Police has issued a traffic advisory to ensure smooth vehicular movement in the city on Tuesday, when Independence Day will be celebrated.
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Stage set for 77th I-Day, PM to lead celebrations at Red Fort in Delhi
Some of these 'Special Guests' are scheduled to visit the National War Memorial and call on Minister of State for Defence Ajay Bhatt as part of their stay in Delhi, the statement said
Independence Day: BRO members invited as special guests at Red Fort
The event is particularly poignant as it underscores the pivotal role of the Karmyogis in the broader narrative of India's development and security
LIVE: Terrorists attack convoy of Chinese workers in Pakistan's Balochistan
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Independence Day long weekend: Tourists make beeline for Rajasthan
As August 15 will be celebrated on Tuesday, people have taken leave on Monday (August 14) for an extended four-day weekend
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