Independence Day: News
25 Jan 2024
Republic Day75th Republic Day: Gallantry medals announced for 1,132 personnel
On the eve of the 75th Republic Day, President Droupadi Murmu announced the annual gallantry/service awards.
08 Jan 2024
Supreme Court Of IndiaBilkis Bano rapists to be re-jailed, SC rebukes Gujarat government
The Supreme Court on Monday quashed the Gujarat government's order to grant remission and premature release to 11 convicts in Bilkis Bano's 2002 gangrape case.
16 Aug 2023
Box Office Collection#BoxOfficeCollection: 'OMG 2' ends Akshay Kumar's commercial drought
Akshay Kumar needed a much-needed comeback at the box office and OMG 2 served him right!
16 Aug 2023
Box Office Collection#BoxOfficeCollection: Sunny Deol's 'Gadar 2' is unstoppable
Bollywood has woken up from its deep slumber!
15 Aug 2023
LondonUK street performer's patriotic song renditions make netizens emotional
A viral video of a musician singing heartfelt songs on the streets of London to commemorate India's 77th Independence Day has captured the attention of many on the internet.
15 Aug 2023
Arvind KejriwalCan't become Vishwaguru if Manipur, Nuh…: Kejriwal
In his Independence Day speech on Tuesday, Aam Aadmi Party (AAP) supremo and Delhi Chief Minister Arvind Kejriwal questioned how India will become "Vishwaguru" (world leader) if conflicts such as those in Manipur and Haryana's Nuh continue.
15 Aug 2023
Narendra ModiEyeing 2024 Lok Sabha polls, PM Modi makes big promises
Prime Minister Narendra Modi made several promises to the people of the country on the 77th Independence Day on Tuesday.
15 Aug 2023
Narendra ModiPeace and development: Top quotes from PM Modi's I-Day address
Prime Minister Narendra Modi addressed the nation from the Red Fort in Delhi to mark India's 77th Independence Day on Tuesday.
15 Aug 2023
GoogleIndependence Day: Google Doodle celebrates India's rich legacy of textiles
India's timeless arts and crafts have remained a testament to the nation's rich cultural legacy and artistic excellence.
15 Aug 2023
Bollywood Films'Lagaan' to 'Sardar Udham': Must-watch pride-inducing movies on Independence Day
Patriotism is in the air as India celebrates its 77th Independence Day on Tuesday.
15 Aug 2023
Narendra ModiIndependence Day 2023: PM Modi dons multi-colored Rajasthani-style turban
Prime Minister Narendra Modi wore a multi-colored Rajasthani-style turban with a long tail on the occasion of India's 77th Independence Day on Tuesday.
15 Aug 2023
IndiaMajor historical events that paved way for free India
The long and determined effort of the Indians to gain complete freedom remains a testament to their resolute determination.
15 Aug 2023
IndiaLandmarks that defined India's struggle for freedom
Independence Day isn't just a date on the calendar; it's a day that reminds us of India's hard-earned struggle for freedom.
14 Aug 2023
BooksBooks to include in your Independence Day reading list
India's enduring fight for freedom imparts multiple lessons.
14 Aug 2023
Lashkar-e-TaibaLashkar-e-Taiba, Jaish-e-Mohammed planning terror attacks on August 15: Report
Pakistani terror groups like Jaish-e-Mohammed (JeM) and Lashkar-e-Taiba (LeT) are allegedly planning to target public places and security establishments on India's 77th Independence Day, India Today reported citing sources.
14 Aug 2023
Reserve Bank Of India (RBI)India printed currency for Pakistan for one year after independence
After gaining independence from British colonial rule in 1947, India and Pakistan encountered several immediate challenges in their paths to nationhood.
14 Aug 2023
Narendra ModiI-Day: 10,000 cops, facial recognition cameras at Red Fort
With the national capital gearing up to celebrate India's 77th Independence Day, foolproof security arrangements have been made across Delhi and especially at the Red Fort from where Prime Minister Narendra Modi will address the nation on Tuesday.
14 Aug 2023
PunjabPro-Khalistan group to rally for Sikh prisoners on Independence Day
The Qaumi Insaaf Morcha (QIM), reportedly a pro-Khalistan group, has announced to observe Independence Day as "Black Day" and hold a protest march to Chandigarh, demanding the release of Sikh prisoners who have completed their sentences.
14 Aug 2023
IndiaIndependence Day 2023: 76th or 77th anniversary? Know here
India attained freedom on August 15, 1947, putting an end to nearly 200 years of British colonial rule.
14 Aug 2023
Fashion TipsTricolor-inspired outfits to try this Independence Day
With Independence Day approaching, celebrations are likely planned in our schools, colleges, workplaces, and neighborhoods.
11 Aug 2023
Travel And TourismIndependence Day long weekend: 5 amazing getaways from Bengaluru
A long weekend is awaiting you with the upcoming holiday of Independence Day. This means it is an opportunity for you to plan for a long weekend trip.
10 Aug 2023
Travel And TourismOffbeat getaways from Delhi for your 4-day Independence Day weekend
Independence Day is just around the corner. With it comes a promising 4-day long weekend, ideal for a quick getaway.
16 Aug 2022
IndiaIndependence Day: Do this with the Indian flag after celebrations
Every year, several households and communities in India hoist the national flag on Independence Day with much fervor and enthusiasm.
15 Aug 2022
RajinikanthRajinikanth, Kamal Haasan, Chiranjeevi, Mohanlal, more extend Independence Day wishes
As the nation is celebrating its 75th Independence Day, celebrities have been sharing photos and quotes on social media to extend their wishes to the fans.
15 Aug 2022
IndiaIndia@75: National Flag unfurled in space by Space Kidz India
As India celebrates its 76th Independence Day, the team at Space Kidz India played their part by unfurling the national flag in space.
15 Aug 2022
Akshay KumarSRK to Kartik Aaryan, here's how Bollywood celebrated Independence Day
India is celebrating its 75th year of independence on Monday!
15 Aug 2022
Ronnie ScrewvalaWatch: Ishaan Khatter dons a fierce avatar in 'Pippa' teaser
Pippa, the war epic starring actor Ishaan Khatter at its fore is one of the highly awaited projects to come out of Bollywood this year.
15 Aug 2022
Dharma Productions'JugJugg Jeeyo' re-released in theaters on Independence Day
In the midst of the ongoing box office tussle between Laal Singh Chaddha and Raksha Bandhan, Dharma Productions announced the re-release of its film JugJugg Jeeyo.
15 Aug 2022
West BengalMarkets witness 'unprecedented' national flag demand, courtesy 'Har Ghar Tiranga'
The Centre's Har Ghar Tiranga campaign to commemorate the country's 75th anniversary of independence has helped propel the demand for the tricolor, with flag makers and traders reporting an increase in orders and purchases of the national flag.
15 Aug 2022
Narendra ModiPM Modi's I-Day address: Introduces Panch Pran, attacks dynasty politics
Prime Minister Narendra Modi delivered the traditional August 15 address from the ramparts of the Red Fort on the occasion of the 76th Independence Day.
14 Aug 2022
Street Food5 tricolor food recipes to try this Independence Day
Festivals are all about fun, frolic, and of course, FOOD!
14 Aug 2022
DelhiHow is Delhi gearing up for Independence Day?
The Red Fort, which is the main venue for India's 76th Independence Day celebrations on Monday, has been secured with a multi-layered security cover.
14 Aug 2022
Alia Bhatt#IndependenceDaySpecial: Noteworthy Indian film characters who found personal freedom
Independence comes in all guises, ways, and forms.
13 Aug 2022
India'Har Ghar Tiranga': Give your home décor a tricolor revamp!
The 75th Independence Day is just around the corner, and our excitement is already flying high.
13 Aug 2022
Shah Rukh Khan#IndependenceDaySpecial: Goosebumps-inducing Tamil films to watch from 'Indian' to 'Rocketry'
India will celebrate its 75 years of independence this year.
12 Aug 2022
Delhi PoliceDelhi: 6 arrested with over 2,000 cartridges before Independence Day
Delhi Police have arrested six people for their alleged involvement in the smuggling of ammunition ahead of Independence Day, NDTV reported on Friday.
12 Aug 2022
IndiaIndependence Day long weekend: Cultural spots to visit and explore
Visiting the monuments in India hits different when it's done on Independence Day.
12 Aug 2022
Shah Rukh Khan#IndependenceDaySpecial: Tracing Indian cinema's journey from monochromatic films to OTT
The Hindi film industry, or Bollywood, is one of India's stanchions and comprises the country's staple diet along with cricket and politics.
12 Aug 2022
India PostIndia Post sells 1 crore national flags in 10 days
As part of the ongoing Har Ghar Tiranga campaign, India Post has sold a whopping one crore national flags in just 10 days.
10 Aug 2022
Narendra ModiIndependence Day 2022: Taj Mahal won't be illuminated with tricolor
In order to mark the country's 75 years of independence, the Government of India is celebrating Azadi ka Amrit Mahotsav.
06 Jun 2022
Narendra ModiPM Modi to inaugurate 'Iconic Week Celebrations' today
Prime Minister Narendra Modi will inaugurate the "Iconic Week Celebrations" of the Ministries of Finance and Corporate Affairs in Delhi on Monday.
25 Jan 2022
DelhiDelhi reduces number of 'dry days' from 21 to 3
The Delhi excise department has reduced the number of dry days in the national capital to just three this year, down from 21.
27 Sep 2021
Narendra Modi#AzadiKaAmritMahotsav: Swachh Bharat-2.0 to AMRUT- 2.0, Centre starts week-long celebrations
To commemorate 75 years of independence, the Ministry of Housing and Urban Affairs on Monday kicked off a series of week-long events and special programs as part of the "Azadi Ka Amrit Mahotsav."
15 Aug 2021
Kangana Ranaut'83' producer announces film franchise 'Azad Hind' on Independence Day
Producer Vishnu Vardhan Induri, who has backed projects like Ranveer Singh's 83 and Thalaivi, announced a new film franchise on the occasion of Independence Day today.
15 Aug 2021
Narendra Modi'Sabka Vikas, Sabka Prayaas,' says PM Modi on 75th I-Day
Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Sunday addressed the nation from the Red Fort in New Delhi to mark India's 75th Independence Day.
