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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

Independence Day sale: Xiaomi announces offers on smartphones, smart TVs

To commemorate Independence Day, Xiaomi is offering discounts on several products, including smartphones, smart televisions, and smart home devices

'Meri Mati Mera Desh' campaign to be launched in run up to I-Day: PM Modi

Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Sunday announced that a 'Meri Mati Mera Desh' campaign will be launched in the run up to Independence Day to honour the martyred bravehearts of the country. In his monthly Mann Ki Baat radio broadcast, Modi said that with 'Amrit Mohatsav' resonating everywhere and August 15 near, a big campaign is being launched in the country -- 'Meri Mati Mera Desh'. He said the campaign will be launched to honour the martyred bravehearts and programmes will be organised across India in memory of those who laid down their lives for the country. "Special inscriptions will be installed in lakhs of village panchayats of the country in memory of these personalities," Modi said. An 'Amrit Kalash Yatra' will also be taken out during this campaign, he said. "This 'Amrit Kalash Yatra', carrying the soil in 7,500 'kalash' from villages and various corners of the country, will reach Delhi. This yatra will also carry plants from various parts of the country. From 7,500 kalas

Making sense of the British Raj and its long shadow in Amrit Kaal

This week in BS also looked at two books that deal with the post-Independence India and the Congress

Govt paying attention to needs of millet farmers for 1st time, says PM Modi

PM Modi said that India's Millet Mission will become a blessing for 2.5 crore marginal farmers

Netaji will be remembered for his fierce resistance to colonial rule: PM

Recalling Netaji's "unparalleled contribution to India's history", Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Monday paid homage to Subhas Chandra Bose on his 126th birth anniversary today."Today, on Parakram Diwas, I pay homage to Netaji Subhas Chandra Bose & recall his unparalleled contribution to India's history. He will be remembered for his fierce resistance to colonial rule. We are working to realise his vision for India," PM Modi wrote in his tweet.The Government had declared January 23 as Parakram Diwas in 2021 to commemorate the birth anniversary of Netaji Subhas Chandra Bose.Modi is also scheduled to virtually participate in an event to name the 21 largest unnamed islands of Andaman and Nicobar Islands after 21 Param Vir Chakra awardees on the Parakram Diwas today.According to an official release from the Prime Minister's Office (PMO), PM Modi will also unveil the model of the National Memorial dedicated to Netaji to be built on Netaji Subhas Chandra Bose Dweep.Keeping in mind ...

Britishers were afraid of Netaji Subhas Chandra Bose: Anurag Thakur

Union Sports Minister Anurag Thakur said here on Sunday that the Britishers were afraid of Netaji Subhas Chandra Bose who had left the Indian Civil Service (ICS) to join the freedom struggle.After independence, the ICS became the Indian Administrative Service (IAS)."Netaji left ICS and dedicated himself to the country's freedom struggle. Netaji stood alone in front of the Britishers. Britishers said they were not afraid of Mahatma Gandhi. Britishers were afraid of Netaji Subhas Chandra Bose. There were several freedom fighters on Bengal's soil so the Britishers had to move to Delhi," Thakur said while addressing the youth at the 'Yuvotsav 2023, Swavalambi Bharat Abhiyan' here.Thakur also stressed that it is the responsibility of the youth to fight against those trying to "murder democracy.""Many freedom fighters took birth on this land. If you can free this land from Britishers, you can also free this land from those who are murdering democracy. You have to save the name of Bengal," ..

'Netaji forced to seek fascist nations' support in fight for Independence'

A day before the126th birth anniversary of Netaji Subhas Chandra Bose, his daughter, Anita Bose Pfaff, on Sunday said the revolutionary leader, in his struggle for India's Independence, was forced to seek the cooperation of fascist countries which did not share his ideology. In a statement, Pfaff also noted that the countries Netaji had approached were the only ones willing to support the fight against a common adversary. "In his struggle for India's independence, he saw himself forced to seek the cooperation and support of fascist countries who did not share his ideology and his political agenda. At that time, they were the only countries willing to support this struggle against a common adversary," she stated. Pfaff, who lives in Germany, also renewed her call for bringing back the ashes preserved at Renkoji temple in Japan, believed to be that of the freedom fighter. "Even though he died in a foreign country more than 77 years ago and his remains are kept in a foreign land, many

India progressing with futuristic vision and modern approach: PM Modi

There is an extraordinary confidence in India and the country is progressing well with its futuristic vision and modern approach, he said

Hyderabad to commemorate 75 years of liberation with year-long celebrations

The celebrations will start on September 17, 2022, and end on September 17, 2023

75 organisations to celebrate Azadi Ka Amrit Mahotsav at US Capitol

Commemorating the 75th anniversary of India's Independence, 75 Indian-American organisations have announced to celebrate the Azadi Ka Amrit Mahotsava' at US Capitol from September 14. This unique US Capitol event will be a hallmark in the festivity of India's independence, bringing 75 organisations together and showcasing India's unique culture and diversity, Jashvant Patel, CEO, US-India Relationship Council and chairman of the organising Committee, said. The Indian diaspora organisations will use this opportunity to remember India's rich tradition, its heroes, people, and their achievements, said Patel who is also the president of Sardar Patel Fund for Sanatan Sanskruti. The Indian-American community has significantly contributed to the US in the past 75 years. The achievements include advancements in healthcare, technology, human rights, sustainability, environmental health, among others, the organisers said in a statement. Innovation is at the forefront, and the US and India --

Democracy holds India together as country and economy: BS Panel

For the next 25 years, the panellists picked equitable wealth distribution as the biggest issue to be addressed

76th Independence Day - Quotes, wishes and WhatsApp status

India will be commemorating the martyrs who sacrificed their lives for the independence of a sovereign India. Read this article to know the best quotes, wishes, and WhatsApp status to use today

76th Independence Day celebration: Dishes and food at Rashtrapati Bhavan

As India marks its 76th Independence day, distinct food items, dishes and cuisines will be made everywhere. Read this article to know more about cuisines, dishes, and food items at Rashtrapati Bhawan

India @75 should shun protectionism and get more competitive

The task ahead is to discard the protectionist trade and tariff policies that have failed us and adopt the liberal policies that have helped us

Next 25 years

India's own past can show the path

Statsguru: Six charts show hits and misses after India's independence

India's per capita gross domestic product (GDP) rose from less than $100 in 1960 to over $2,200 in 2021

India at 75: Much of India's institutional arrangement is for show only

Even after 75 years, India remains politically feudal and colonial bureaucratically

75th Independence Day: Retailers look to end season sales on a high

Some offering discounts up to 75%, keeping up with the 75th Independence Day theme