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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

US, India will rise to challenges together: Marco Rubio in I-Day message

India and the United States, working together, will rise to the modern challenges of today and ensure a brighter future for both countries, US Secretary of State Marco Rubio said, describing the historic relationship between New Delhi and Washington as consequential and far-reaching. 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 on Friday. The historic relationship between the world's largest democracy and the world's oldest democracy is consequential and far-reaching. Working together, the United States and India will rise to the modern challenges of today and ensure a brighter future for both our countries, Rubio said in his message. Rubio said the two countries are united by our shared vision for a more peaceful, prosperous, and secure Indo-Pacific region and the partnership between India and the US spans industries, promotes innovation, pushes the boundaries of critical and emerging ..

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

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

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

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

IMD issues heavy rainfall alerts, weather could affect I-Day celebrations

Heavy rain alerts were issued for Thursday in 24 districts in Uttar Pradesh on Thursday, with some parts of the state set to see heavy showers on Independence Day. 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. According to the India Meteorological Department (IMD), the current monsoon spell is set to intensify in western Uttar Pradesh from Thursday, with an orange alert for very heavy rainfall issued for Saharanpur, Shamli, Muzaffarnagar, and Bijnor. Senior scientist Atul Kumar Singh of the Regional Meteorological Centre said that after the intense showers in eastern UP and the Terai region, western UP is expected to receive significant rainfall on Thursday and Friday. Twenty districts, including Lakhimpur Kheri, Hardoi, Farrukhabad, Kannauj, Kasganj, Mainpuri, Etawah, Auraiya, Amroha, Moradabad, Rampur, Bareilly, Pilibhit, Shahjahanpur, Sambhal, ...

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

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

'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

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?

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

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

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

Delhi Metro to start services at 4am on Independence Day for Red Fort event

The Delhi Metro will begin operations at 4 am on all lines on August 15 to facilitate special guests, invitees, and the public attending the Independence Day ceremony at the Red Fort, officials said on Wednesday. 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. Those holding bona fide invitation cards issued by the Ministry of Defence for the ceremony will be provided special QR tickets by the DMRC for travel to and from the venue. The Lal Quila, Jama Masjid, and Delhi Gate stations are the nearest to the Red Fort. The Ministry of Defence will reimburse the DMRC for the cost of such travel, the statement added.

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

Independence Day long weekend: Hotel occupancy, room rates set to surge

Hotel occupancy rates and room tariffs are set to rise this Independence Day long weekend as travellers across India head to various destinations, major industry players said. Rajesh Magow, Co-founder and Group CEO, MakeMyTrip told PTI, Independence Day has emerged as a key travel occasion over the years. "This year too, the search and booking trends point to strong intent to travel over the Independence Day weekend. With Independence Day on a Friday, travel demand appears to be peaking two days earlier, on Wednesday (13 August), giving early travellers a five-day window," he shared. According to him, the top trending domestic destinations are Goa, Udaipur, Jaipur, Puri, Lonavala, Varanasi, Coorg, Mahabaleshwar, Ooty and Pondicherry, while the leading international destinations are Pattaya, Bali, Bangkok, Singapore, Dubai, Phuket, Colombo, Kuala Lumpur, Zurich and London. Puneet Chhatwal, MD and CEO of Indian Hotels Company Limited (IHCL), the country's biggest hospitality firm, wh

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

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

Delhi airport to bar non-scheduled flights during select hours on Aug 15

Non-scheduled flights will not be permitted to land at or take off from the Delhi airport during specified hours on August 15. An official on Wednesday said the restrictions will be in place from 6 am to 10 am and from 4 pm to 7 pm on Independence Day. The curbs will be applicable for non-scheduled flights of scheduled airlines as well as chartered flights. There will be no impact on scheduled flight operations, the official added. A NOTAM (Notice to Airmen) has been issued by the Aeronautical Information Services (AIS) that comes under the Airports Authority of India (AAI). Generally, NOTAM is a notice containing information that is essential for personnel involved in flight operations. While no landing or take-off will be permitted for non-scheduled flights during the specified periods, there will be no impact of the NOTAM on scheduled flights as well as the aircraft operated by IAF, BSF and Army aviation helicopters. Also, state-owned aircraft and helicopters flying the Gover