Independence Day 2023 HIGHLIGHTS: Prime Minister Modi rallies for a campaign against corruption, dynasties, and appeasement

Aug 15, 2023 04:33 PM

Harmony, good education, uninterrupted electricity are must to be 'Vishwaguru': Kejriwal on Independence Day

Delhi Chief Minister Arvind Kejriwal stated on Tuesday that if India is to become "Vishwaguru," people must live in harmony and have access to good education, health care, and uninterrupted electricity.

Speaking at his government's Independence Day ceremony in north Delhi's Chhatrasal Stadium, he congratulated the people of the national capital as well as the country on the occasion and paid honour to freedom fighters, soldiers, and achievements in many disciplines.

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Aug 15, 2023 03:55 PM

On Congress president-LoP Rajya Sabha Mallikarjun Kharge not attending the #IndependenceDay event at Red Fort

#WATCH | On Congress president-LoP Rajya Sabha Mallikarjun Kharge not attending the #IndependenceDay event at Red Fort, Union minister Hardeep Singh Puri says "I think Mallikarjun Kharge had some problem in his eyes, he should get it checked. He did not attend the Independence… pic.twitter.com/Yxfr7oV2mn

— ANI (@ANI) August 15, 2023

Aug 15, 2023 02:48 PM

Kharge cites eye-related problems, security amid row over absence from I-Day function

New Delhi, August 15: Even as his absence from the flag hoisting event at the Red Fort raised the hackles in the ruling BJP at the Centre, Congress national president Mallikarjun Kharge on Tuesday raised the tricolour at the AICC headquarters in the national capital.

On his absence from the 77th Independence Day event at the iconic monument, Kharge told reporters cited an "eye-related problem", adding that due to the tight security arrangements in and around Red Fort, he wouldn't have arrived on time to raise the national flag at the AICC headquarters if he had attended the main event.

Aug 15, 2023 01:36 PM

Indian embassy in Kathmandu celebrates 77th Independence Day

The Indian mission in Kathmandu on Tuesday marked the 77th anniversary of Independence and organised a celebration.
The celebration was part of ‘Azadi Ka Amrit Mahotsav’ which is an initiative of the Government of India to celebrate 75 years of progressive India and remarkable achievements by Indians in all spheres of human endeavour.

Aug 15, 2023 01:34 PM

Maharashtra CM Eknath Shinde hoisted the Tiranga and participated in Independence Day celebrations in Mumbai

Aug 15, 2023 01:00 PM

Yo Yo Honey Singh brings special song ‘Soul’ for all independent women

Finally, Rapper Yo Yo Honey Singh unveiled the "special song" titled ‘Soul’ on Tuesday featuring actor Nia Sharma.
Taking to Instagram, Zee Music treated fans with the full song video and captioned it, “Feel the energy surge, as #Soul by #YoYoHoneySingh takes center stage SONG OUT NOW!”

Aug 15, 2023 01:00 PM

88 million selfies uploaded on Govt's Har Ghar Tiranga website till noon on I-Day

 More than 88 million selfies of people from across the country with the national flag were uploaded on the central government's Har Ghar Tiranga website till 12 noon on Tuesday under the three-day campaign being run since Prime Minister Narendra Modi's fresh clarion call.

Aug 15, 2023 12:27 PM

Bollywood actor Akshay Kumar gets Indian citizenship on Independence Day 2023

Dil aur citizenship, dono Hindustani.
Happy Independence Day!
Jai Hind! ???????? pic.twitter.com/DLH0DtbGxk

— Akshay Kumar (@akshaykumar) August 15, 2023

Aug 15, 2023 12:10 PM

#WATCH | Manipur Chief Minister N Biren Singh hoists the Tiranga at First Manipur Rifle Ground and participates in #IndependenceDay celebrations. pic.twitter.com/Y8PAVz8IzG

— ANI (@ANI) August 15, 2023

Aug 15, 2023 12:02 PM

"I have many fond memories of Independence Day": Virat Kohli

Former India captain Virat Kohli expressed his emotions on the occasion of Independence Day and revealed why the day is extremely special for him.

Kohli would be preparing for the forthcoming Asia Cup, but he took the time to remind everyone about the significance of Independence Day. In a short clip shared by Star Sports, Kohli revealed that his father was born on the same day and therefore a lot of emotions are attached to the day. 

Aug 15, 2023 12:01 PM

India needs to be capable to enlighten the world: Mohan Bhagwat

Rashtriya Swayamsevak Sangh (RSS) chief Mohan Bhagwat on Tuesday laid stress on strengthening India’s capabilities and said the country can be a beacon for the world on the basis of its cultural attributes and abilities.

Mohan Bhagwat hoisted the national flag at Bengaluru on the 77th Independence Day and said protecting freedom is a continuous process.

Aug 15, 2023 11:42 AM

Macron congratulates India on its Independence Day, says it can count on France as trusted friend, partner

 French President Emmanuel Macron congratulated India on its 77th Independence Day and said New Delhi can count on Paris as a "trusted friend."

Aug 15, 2023 11:25 AM

105mm Indian Field Guns used for first time for Independence Day ceremonial Gun Salute

Indigenous 105-mm Light Field Guns were used this year for the first time for the ceremonial gun salute at the iconic Red Fort in Delhi during 77 th Independence Day celebrations on Tuesday.

The gun was earlier used for the first time for a 21-gun salute during the Republic Day parade this year. The Indian guns have replaced the British 25-pounder guns.

Notably, the 21-gun salute is conducted by a specifically-designed cartridge or a blank round which is used to create the sound of firing as opposed to actual shells being fired. 

Aug 15, 2023 11:05 AM

IAF headquarters to be illuminated in tricolour on 77th Independence Day

The Indian Air Force Headquarters (Vayu Bhawan) in New Delhi will be illuminated in tricolour today to mark the 77th anniversary of the country's Independence Day.

The IAF HQ was also lit up in tricolour yesterday evening. The same hues will be cast upon the headquarters today on Independence Day. 

Aug 15, 2023 11:03 AM

ਵੰਡ ਦੇ ਜਖਮਾਂ 'ਤੇ ਮਲ੍ਹਮ ਤੇ ਸ਼ਰਧਾਲੂਆਂ ਦੇ ਦਿਲਾਂ ਦੀ ਚਾਹਤ

Aug 15, 2023 10:58 AM

#WATCH | Border Security Force (BSF) celebrates Independence Day at the Attari-Wagah Border in Punjab's Amritsar. pic.twitter.com/yvUC7rEYBd

— ANI (@ANI) August 15, 2023

Aug 15, 2023 10:54 AM

Independence Day 2023: Anupam Kher drops video that leaves fans with goosebumps

On the occasion of the 77th Independence Day, veteran actor Anupam Kher dropped a video message that left fans with goosebumps as he addressed the countrymen on behalf of our national flag.  
Taking to Instagram, the ‘Kashmir Files’ actor treated fans with a motivational video to mark this special day.

Aug 15, 2023 10:40 AM

India has emerged as 'Vishwa Mitra'

Recalling the era of COVID-19, Prime Minister Narendra Modi said that India helped different countries during the time of crisis and that India has emerged as a "Vishwa Mitra" (friend of the world).
"We have to make our country so strong that will contribute to Vishwa Mangal (Global welfare).

Aug 15, 2023 10:07 AM

Independence Day 2023: Patriotic songs that evoke patriotism

'Maa Tujhe Salaam'

'I love my India'

'Rang De Basanti'

'Ae Watan'

'Des Rangila'

Aug 15, 2023 10:06 AM

PM Modi says borders “far more secure”, calls for young, battle-ready armed forces

 Addressing countrymen from the ramparts of the Red Fort for the 10th time since taking the country's highest office in 2014, Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Tuesday said the borders were "far more secure than ever before".
He also underlined the need for "mega reforms" in the Indian armed forces.

Aug 15, 2023 09:44 AM

Geopolitics is changing, India becoming voice of global south: PM Modi

 Addressing countrymen from the ramparts of the Red Fort on 77th Independence Day, Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Tuesday said that after the Covid-19 pandemic, the world order and the definition of the geopolitical equation have changed and India has become the voice of global south. 

"After the second world war, a new world order took shape but I can see now clearly that a new global order and a new geopolitical equation is moving ahead after the Covid; the definition of the geopolitical equation has changed. And my dear family members, your capability is visible in giving the world a new shape...," PM Modi said. 

Aug 15, 2023 09:39 AM

'Yeh Desh' song launched on the eve of Independence Day

Music maestro Bickram Ghosh's music label Eternal Sounds brings a soulful and inspiring anthem 'Yeh Desh' on the eve of Independence Day. 

On this occasion, Bickram said, “On the occasion of our Independence Day 2023, Eternal Sounds released a song named 'Yeh Desh' which is composed by me. Celebrity singers have sung on this track like the great Hariharan, Shaan, Richa Sharma, Mahalaxmi Iyer, and Kavita Seth.

Aug 15, 2023 09:34 AM

"More than Rs 100 lakh cr given to states for their development in last 9 years"

Listing out the achievements of his government over the last nine years, Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Tuesday said that over Rs 100 lakh crore have been given to states under his tenure and in contrast to the Rs 30 lakh crore given to them prior to 2014, when he was voted to power.

Aug 15, 2023 09:33 AM

CM Bhagwant Mann address Punjab on Independence Day 2023

Aug 15, 2023 09:32 AM

RJD chief & former Bihar CM Lalu Yadav hoists the national flag in Patna

Bihar Deputy CM Tejashwi Yadav also present

Aug 15, 2023 09:24 AM

In his 10th Independence Day speech, PM Modi addresses countrymen as ‘parivarjan’

 Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Tuesday addressed fellow countrymen as 'parivarjan' (family members) on the 77th Independence Day. 
For his 10th Independence Day address from the ramparts of the iconic Red Fort, PM Modi carried forward a custom — of wearing colourful turbans — that has become his style statement on this day. 

Aug 15, 2023 09:20 AM

Balloons in the colours of the Tiranga released, as Prime Minister Narendra Modi concludes his address to the nation from the ramparts of the Red Fort in Delhi.

#WATCH | Balloons in the colours of the Tiranga released, as Prime Minister Narendra Modi concludes his address to the nation from the ramparts of the Red Fort in Delhi.#IndependenceDay2023 pic.twitter.com/2r0Hev9GoX

— ANI (@ANI) August 15, 2023

Aug 15, 2023 09:04 AM

PM Modi continues with flamboyant pagadi tradition on Independence Day, dons Bandhani print safa

PM Modi paired his Bandhani print turban, which had a mix of yellow, green and red colours, with an off-white kurta and churidar and a black jacket as he addressed countrymen from the Red Fort for the 10th time in office.

The unique sartorial choices were his way of celebrating the country's ethos and rich cultural diversity.

Aug 15, 2023 08:54 AM

"Natural calamity created unimaginable crisis": PM Modi

Addressing countrymen from the ramparts of the Red Fort on the 77th Independence Day, Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Tuesday expressed concern over the heavy rainfall that has wreaked havoc in many states.
"...This time, natural calamity has created unimaginable crises in several parts of the country. I express my sympathies to all families who faced this...." PM Modi said.

Aug 15, 2023 08:46 AM

Decisions taken today will decide direction, future of country for 1000 years: PM Modi

Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Tuesday said that decisions taken by the country today and the work done will impact its future for 1000 years.

Addressing the nation from the ramparts of the Red Fort on the 77th Independence Day,  Prime Minister Narendra Modi said that there is a tremendous opportunity before the country due to the trinity of democracy, demography and diversity.

Aug 15, 2023 08:26 AM

Inspirational quotes on Independence Day

"Freedom is never dear at any price. It is the breath of life. What would a man not pay for living?" - Mahatma Gandhi

"Let new India arise out of peasants' cottage, grasping the plough, out of huts, cobbler, and sweeper." - Swami Vivekananda

"The future depends on what you do today." - Jawaharlal Nehru

"Our nation is like a tree of which the original trunk is swarajya and the branches are swadeshi and boycott." - Bal Gangadhar Tilak

"Swaraj is my birthright and I shall have it." - Bal Gangadhar Tilak

Aug 15, 2023 08:25 AM

Independence Day wishes: Top Wishes on Independence Day 2023

"Wishing you a joyous Independence Day! May the tricolor flag always fly high, and may our hearts be filled with pride for our incredible nation."

"Happy Independence Day! Let's cherish the freedom we have and work together to create a better future for our beloved country."

"On this Independence Day, may the spirit of unity and patriotism bring us closer and inspire us to strive for greatness."

"As we celebrate the freedom that our heroes fought for, let's remember their sacrifices and work towards a brighter tomorrow. Happy Independence Day!"

"Sending you warm wishes on this Independence Day. May our nation continue to progress and prosper."

Aug 15, 2023 08:24 AM

Sidhu Moosewala’s father Balkaur Singh to hoist the National Flag at Nurmahal

Aug 15, 2023 08:22 AM

US extends wishes to India on its 77th Independence Day

US Secretary of State Antony Blinken has extended wishes to the people of India on its 77th Independence Day. He stated that India and US have a "strong bond" as the two nations work together for a world that is open, prosperous, secure, stable and resilient. 

Aug 15, 2023 08:21 AM

Watch PM Modi speech on Independence Day 2023

Aug 15, 2023 08:20 AM

India has demography, democracy, diversity to realise all dreams: PM Modi

Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Tuesday said that India has "demography, democracy and diversity" and these factors have the potential to realise the dreams of the country.

“Today, we have demography, democracy and diversity - these three together have the ability to realise the dreams of the nation," PM Modi said in his address to the nation from the ramparts of the Red Fort on the 77th Independence Day.  

Aug 15, 2023 08:18 AM

#WATCH | PM Narendra Modi says, "...It is certain that India's capability and possibilities are going to cross new heights of trust. These new heights of trust will go ahead with the new capabilities. Today, India has received the opportunity to host G20 Summit. In the past year,… pic.twitter.com/weglqBflVD

— ANI (@ANI) August 15, 2023

Aug 15, 2023 08:17 AM

Rahul Gandhi extends wish on Independence Day

Congress leader Rahul Gandhi on Tuesday extended his wish on the 77th Independence Day to the people of the country and called Bharat Mata as the voice of every Indian.
Taking to social media platform X, formerly known as Twitter, the Congress leader said, "Bharat Mata is the voice of every Indian! Happy Independence Day to all the countrymen."

Aug 15, 2023 08:17 AM

PM Modi hoists National Flag at Red Fort on 77th Independence Day

Prime Minister Narendra Modi hoisted the national flag today as the nation marks its 77th Independence Day.