Page 3 - Latest Updates on Independence Day
Independence Day 2025: Here's a list of what's open and closed today
As the nation gears up to celebrate its 79th Independence Day, many private and government services will remain unavailable on this gazetted holiday
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US, India will rise to challenges together: Marco Rubio in I-Day message
On behalf of the US, Rubio extended congratulations and warm wishes to the people of India on the occasion of the country's Independence Day
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79th Independence Day: When and where to watch the parade, PM Modi's speech
The celebrations will highlight the nation's steady rise as a prosperous, secure, and confident India, and reaffirm its resolve to move forward on the path of progress
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Retailers, online firms may score big over Independence Day weekend
Raksha Bandhan cheer rolls into the holiday break, with fashion and consumer durables eyeing a near double-digit sales lift
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President Murmu honours Partition victims, says India 'mother of democracy'
The President said India's successful transition to democracy was a natural reflection of its ancient ethos
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Independence Day resolve: India must work to strengthen its institutions
What India achieves in the coming years and decades will depend a lot on how its politics and governance evolve
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IMD issues heavy rainfall alerts, weather could affect I-Day celebrations
In view of Wednesday night's torrential rainfall in state capital Lucknow, District Magistrate Vishak G has ordered all schools from Classes 1 to 12 to remain closed on August 14
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Delhi traffic advisory for August 15: Check roads closed, diversion points
Delhi Traffic Police has issued road closures and diversion routes for August 15; commuters are advised to plan travel in advance to avoid delays during Independence Day events
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Independence Day 2025: Theme, special guest, program list and know more
Celebrate India's 79th Independence Day 2025 on August 15 with patriotic pride and recall the sacrifices. This year, the Indian Air Force is the coordinating service for the national event
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'Tragic chapter': PM Modi observes Partition Horrors Remembrance Day
Giving a message on unity, he urged the public to strengthen the harmony in the country
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Stock market holiday: Are BSE, NSE closed on August 15 for Independence Day
Stock market holiday: Trading holiday will be observed on Friday, August 15, 2025, as the nation will celebrate Independence Day; will the commodity market be open?
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PM Modi's I-Day speech to spotlight Operation Sindoor, swadeshi push
From Red Fort, PM to celebrate India's military triumph, farmer welfare, and Atmanirbhar Bharat vision
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Independence Day weekend 2025: Goa to Singapore, where Indians are headed
Indians are packing bags for the Independence Day long weekend, with top spots from Goa to Dubai set for a rush of holidaymakers
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Traffic advisory in Delhi on Aug 13 for Independence Day 2025 rehearsal
The full-dress rehearsal for the Independence Day 2025 celebrations will be held on August 13. So, for the convenience of the public and security reasons, traffic restrictions will be imposed
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Delhi Metro to start services at 4am on Independence Day for Red Fort event
Trains will run at a frequency of 30 minutes till 6 am, after which the regular timetable will be followed for the rest of the day, the Delhi Metro Rail Corporation (DMRC) said in a statement
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Chehlum, Independence Day, Janmashtami bring long weekend for UP students
School holidays: UP schools will be closed from August 14-17, 2025, for Chehlum, Independence Day, and Janmashtami. This will be followed by the weekly Sunday holiday
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Independence Day long weekend: Hotel occupancy, room rates set to surge
Top trending domestic destinations are Goa, Udaipur, Jaipur, Puri, Lonavala, Varanasi, Coorg, Mahabaleshwar, Ooty and Pondicherry
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How to book your seat for Independence Day 2025 celebrations at Red Fort?
If you wish to witness the Independence Day celebrations on August 15, ensure to visit Delhi's Red Fort. Here's a step-by-step on where and how to get tickets to attend the event at the Red Fort
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Independence Day 2025: How to participate in Har Ghar Tiranga, know steps
The 'Har Ghar Tiranga' campaign was launched in 2022. So, on 79th Independence Day on Aug 15, 2025, every household in the country is encouraged to hoist the national flag under this scheme
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Delhi airport to bar non-scheduled flights during select hours on Aug 15
A NOTAM (Notice to Airmen) has been issued by the Aeronautical Information Services (AIS) that comes under the Airports Authority of India (AAI)
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