Red Fort: News
Old Delhi station to be renamed? CM writes to Centre
Delhi Chief Minister Rekha Gupta has proposed renaming the iconic Old Delhi Railway Station after Maharaja Agrasen.
SC rejects Mughal heir's petition claiming possession of Red Fort
The Supreme Court has rejected a petition by Sultana Begum, who claims to be a descendant of the last Mughal emperor, Bahadur Shah Zafar.
EAM Jaishankar meets Trump's NSA pick Michael Waltz
External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar met Congressman Michael Waltz, President-elect Donald Trump's nominee for National Security Advisor, during his visit to the United States from December 24 to 29.
Mumbai terror attacks plotter Abdul Rehman Makki dies in Pakistan
Abdul Rehman Makki, a prominent architect of the 2008 Mumbai terror attacks, passed away on Friday in Lahore, Pakistan.
'Gandagi ko zindagi maan...': Modi on Swachh Bharat's 10 years
Prime Minister Narendra Modi marked the 10th anniversary of the Swachh Bharat Mission on Wednesday with a scathing critique of previous governments.
At 98 minutes, Modi's 78th Independence Day speech longest ever
Prime Minister Narendra Modi delivered his longest Independence Day speech on Thursday, clocking in at 98 minutes.
Why Red Fort is venue for PM's Independence Day speech
Every year, on August 15, the Prime Minister of India hoists the national flag and addresses the nation from the ramparts of the Red Fort in Delhi.
Rahul seated on second last row on I-Day, triggers debate
As Prime Minister Narendra Modi delivered a rousing speech on Independence Day at the Red Fort, Leader of Opposition Rahul Gandhi was seen seated in the second last row.
'Instill fear of punishment': Modi's first reaction to Kolkata rape-murder
Prime Minister Narendra Modi indirectly reacted to the brutal rape and murder of a 31-year-old doctor at Kolkata's RG Kar Medical College and Hospital in his Independence Day speech.
Independence Day: PM Modi hoists national flag for 11th time
Prime Minister Narendra Modi hoisted the national flag for the 11th consecutive year on Independence Day, August 15.
Ahead of I-Day, Delhi police arrests man linked with ISIS
Ahead of the Independence Day, the Delhi Police have arrested Rizwan Ali, a key member of an Islamic State module.
Eyeing 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.
Peace 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.
Why there was an empty chair at Red Fort today
As Prime Minister Narendra Modi arrived at the Red Fort to address the nation on its 77th Independence Day on Tuesday, an empty chair stood out from the huge gathering.
Independence 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.
Lashkar-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.
I-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.
Rain forecast puts Delhi, Faridabad on alert amid Yamuna floods
The water level in the Yamuna River, which was expected to recede from Thursday evening, remained at 208.46m at Delhi's Old Railway Bridge at 6:00am on Friday.
Delhi: Traffic curbs in place for Republic Day parade rehearsal
The Delhi Traffic Police has issued a traffic advisory in view of the Republic Day parade full dress rehearsal on Monday.
'Hindu-Muslim hatred spread 24x7': Rahul Gandhi's jibe at BJP-led Centre
Congress leader Rahul Gandhi on Saturday slammed the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP)-led central government for allegedly fostering "Hindu-Muslim hatred" and misusing religious differences to "divert attention from real issues."
Red Fort attack: SC reaffirms death penalty to Pakistani national
The Supreme Court (SC) on Thursday reaffirmed the death penalty for Pakistani terrorist, Mohammad Ashfaq Arif, convicted in the Red Fort attack that was carried out in December 2000.
PM 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.
How 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.
Delhi: 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.
IB warns of terror strike in Delhi on Independence Day
National Capital Delhi has been placed on high alert following reports of a probable terror attack around Independence Day.
Top 5 beautiful and royal forts in India
India is a treasure trove housing several royal and magnificent forts and palaces that have a rich history and culture attached to them.
'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.
Independence Day: Delhi Police barricades Red Fort with shipping containers
Ahead of the Independence Day celebrations on August 15, Delhi Police barricaded the iconic Fed Fort with shipping containers, citing security reasons.
Twenty-three year old arrested from Amritsar for Red Fort violence
A man wanted in the Red Fort flag hoisting case was arrested from Punjab and remanded in the custody of Delhi Police for three days by a court in Delhi on Monday.
Republic Day violence: Five identified have criminal records, say cops
At least five people identified at Red Fort during the Republic Day breach reportedly have criminal records in Punjab.
Blamed for inciting Republic Day chaos, Deep Sidhu goes 'missing'
Actor-activist Deep Sidhu has gone missing, so to speak, since the chaos during the farmers' tractor rally on Republic Day (January 26).
BKU (Bhanu), Rashtriya Kisan Mazdoor Sangathan withdraw from farmers' protest
Two farmer unions on Wednesday announced their withdrawal from the months-long protest against the central government's new agricultural laws.
SFJ announces $350K reward for unfurling 'Khalistani flag' on Parliament
The banned pro-Khalistani group, Sikhs for Justice (SFJ), has announced a reward for unfurling the "Khalistani flag" on the Indian Parliament on February 1, when the Union Budget 2021-2022 will be presented.
On Red Fort rampage, Rakesh Tikait says farmers deflected 'unknowingly'
Rakesh Tikait from the Bharatiya Kisan Union (BKU) spoke on Tuesday's Red Fort incident claiming that "some farmers" deflected toward the Delhi monument "unknowingly" and returned after police guided them.
Farmers' leaders to address protesters, Budget Day march still on
After violence rocked Delhi, farmers' leaders will address protesters at the Singhu border, one of the key locations of their agitation, today. Later, the leaders would also hold a meeting to discuss the next steps.
Over 150 cops injured as farmers' tractor rally turns violent
The rampage sparked by the tractor rally of farmers in Delhi on the 72nd Republic Day injured over 150 police officers, with two of them being admitted to the Intensive Care Unit (ICU) at different facilities.
Farmers' protest: Internet services snapped in parts of Delhi
The Ministry of Home Affairs, headed by Amit Shah, seen as the number two in the current Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) government, suspended internet services till 11:59 pm today at Singhu, Ghazipur, Tikri, Mukarba Chowk, Nangloi, and their adjoining areas in New Delhi.
Fewer spectators, no chief guest: India celebrates unprecedented R-Day
India is celebrating its 72nd Republic Day today and the entire program has been adversely affected by the coronavirus pandemic.
COVID-19 effect: No motorcycle stunts at Republic Day parade
Due to COVID-19 safety norms, gravity-defying stunts by motorcycle-borne men will be missing at the Republic Day celebrations on the Rajpath this year, while the spectator size too has been reduced to 25,000, officials said on Friday.
Independence Day: DRDO's anti-drone tech guarded Modi at Red Fort
As Prime Minister Narendra Modi addressed the nation on the occasion of India's 74th Independence Day, a sophisticated military tech developed by the Defense Research and Development Organization (DRDO) formed a part of his security.
PM Modi mentions sanitary pads at Red Fort, impresses Twitterati
Breaking taboos pertaining to menstruation and taking many by surprise, Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Saturday said his government delivered sanitary pads to poor women across India at Re. 1.
Three indigenous coronavirus vaccines in trials, distribution plan ready: PM
With the world counting on a coronavirus vaccine to save it from the disease that has taken 763,572 lives so far, Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Saturday said India is ready to mass-produce the vaccine once it's developed.
Neighbors, NCC, Health IDs: What PM Modi said on I-Day
Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Saturday addressed the nation from the ramparts of Red Fort, his seventh straight address since 2014, where he focused on making India self-reliant and steering the country towards a new direction in the wake of coronavirus pandemic.
In 1,000 days, all villages will have optical fiber: Modi
Every single village in India will be connected with optical fiber within three years, Prime Minister Narendra Modi has announced.
PM addresses nation on I-Day, announces National Digital Health Mission
After unfurling the tricolor at the Red Fort on India's 74th Independence Day, Prime Minister Narendra Modi addressed the nation, noting that the country is witnessing unprecedented times.
Independence Day 2020: PM Modi hoists tricolor at Red Fort
On Saturday, India's 74th Independence Day, Prime Minister Narendra Modi hoisted the National Flag at Red Fort, for the seventh straight time. He first unfurled the tricolor at the Mughal-era monument in 2014.