Independence Day 15th August
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Doctors, scientists, paramedics must be worshipped for their work during COVID pandemic: PM Modi
India | Aug 15, 2021, 08:29 AM ISTPM Modi paid tributes to Mahatma Gandhi, Jawaharlal Nehru, Vallabhbhai Patel, Rani Lakshmibai, Subhas Chandra Bose and other freedom fighters for their roles in the freedom struggle.
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75th Independence Day: India has to march ahead with new pledges for next 25 years, says PM Modi
India | Aug 15, 2021, 08:25 AM ISTPM Modi lauded doctors, nurses as well those involved in vaccine manufacturing and others involved in fighting COVID-19, in his Independence Day speech.
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Independence Day 2021: How did August 15, 1947 become the day India had its 'Tryst with Destiny'?
India | Aug 15, 2021, 07:43 AM ISTAs India celebrates 75 years of Independence this year, here are reasons, why August 15, 1947, was chosen as the day the nation got freedom.
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Heavy security cover in Delhi on 75th Independence Day
India | Aug 15, 2021, 07:28 AM ISTVigil will be maintained across Delhi today on the 75th Independence Day with a multi-layered security cover in place at the Red Fort where PM Modi will address the nation.
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IN PICS | India celebrates 75th Independence Day
India | Aug 15, 2021, 01:26 PM ISTIndia celebrates 75 years of Independence today. PM Modi started his over 90-minute speech by paying tributes to nation's first Prime Minister Pandit Jawaharlal Nehru, Sardar Patel and Babasaheb Bhimrao Ambedkar and said that the country will always be indebted to them. PM Modi gave a call for ‘Sabka Prayas’ (everyone's efforts) along with 'Sabka Saath, Sabka Vikas, Sabka Vishwas' for building a self-reliant India. PM Modi also greeted the Olympians who have just returned from Tokyo Olympics and applauded their achievements. Here's a look at how the day was celebrated this year.
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Commitment to respecting will of people through democracy basis of bond between India, US: Biden
World | Aug 15, 2021, 06:46 AM ISTOn this day, Aug 15, 1947, India achieved its long journey toward independence, guided by Mahatma Gandhi's message of truth and non-violence, Biden said in his message to India on the occasion of India's 75th Independence Day.
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75th Independence Day: Our National Anthem has a shorter version too? Know lesser known facts
India | Aug 14, 2021, 09:10 PM ISTIndependence Day 2021: The National Anthem of India is played or sung on various occasions. Instructions have been issued from time to time about the correct versions of the Anthem.
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75th Independence Day: Why we 'hoist' the tricolour on August 15 and 'unfurl' it on January 26
India | Aug 14, 2021, 08:51 PM ISTOn August 15 (Independence Day), the tricolour is tied and sits at the bottom of the pole. The Prime Minister then raises (pull) it up and hoists it with the aim to honour the historical event of Independence Day.
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75th Independence Day: The history behind India's own 'National Vidyapiths' set up by Mahatma Gandhi
Education | Aug 14, 2021, 04:58 PM ISTThe varsities- Jamia Millia Islamia, Gujarat Vidyapith, Kashi Vidyapith, Bihar Vidyapith was established during Mahatma Gandhi's call of non-co-operation movement, and the institutions follow their own pattern of curriculum different from the British education system.
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Navy cancels Independence Day flag hoisting in Goa as locals object; CM urges to go ahead with event
India | Aug 14, 2021, 03:10 PM ISTThe plan to hoist the national flag at Sao Jacinto island in South Goa on Independence Day stands cancelled.
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Happy Independence Day 2021: Wishes, Quotes, Images, HD Wallpapers, Facebook and WhatsApp Status
Books & Culture | Aug 14, 2021, 01:29 PM ISTWhile everyone celebrates this day with great zeal and enthusiasm, crowd gathering at a single place needs to be avoided this year due to the spread of Covid19. Celebrate this day with your family and friends. However, for all those who could not be with their loved ones on 15th August, here are some wishes, quotes, messages and pictures which you can send to your friends, family, and colleagues on Independence Day 2021.
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Independence Day 2021: One World Trade Centre to be lit in Indian Tricolour
World | Aug 14, 2021, 02:24 PM ISTThe One World Trade Centre in New York City will illuminate with the Indian Tricolor on the occasion of 75th Independence Day 2021.
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Bharatiya Janata Yuva Morcha to organise national anthem singing programme, yatra on August 15
India | Aug 14, 2021, 09:16 AM ISTAddressing a press conference, BJYM president Tejasvi Surya said the yatra will comprise of a marathon and cycle rally of 75 km at 75 places and, cover a total distance of 12,755 km.
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Protests against flag-hoisting will be dealt with iron fist: Goa CM Pramod Sawant
India | Aug 14, 2021, 07:59 AM ISTPramod Sawant on Saturday condemned an island village's refusal to allow the Indian Navy to organize a flag-hoisting ceremony on independence day.
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75th Independence Day: NEP 2020 and other major education policies post-Independence
Education | Aug 17, 2021, 05:12 PM ISTCheck out all the major changes introduced in the education policies of India in the post-independence era.
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Happy Independence Day 2021: Ignite spirit of patriotism with these 10 Bollywood songs
Aug 14, 2021, 07:08 PM ISTIndependence Day is celebrated every year on August 15 with great zeal and enthusiasm across India. Here we bring to you the list of songs that you can tune into to keep the flame of patriotism and love for your country keep burning in your hearts.
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Indian-Americans begin early celebration of India's 75th Independence Day
World | Aug 13, 2021, 07:15 AM ISTThis is a historic moment for all of 1.4 bn people in India and 4.5 mn Indian-Americans. To celebrate the occasion, we are unfurling the largest flag on Times Square, Ankur Vaidya, FIA president told PTI.
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India's first Indigenous Aircraft Carrier will be commissioned next year: Rajnath Singh
India | Jun 25, 2021, 02:09 PM ISTIndia's first Indigenous Aircraft Carrier (IAC) will be commissioned next year, Defence Minister Rajnath Singh said on Friday.
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Committee has been set up to reconsider minimum age for marriage of our daughters: PM Modi
India | Aug 15, 2020, 02:17 PM ISTPrime Minister Narendra Modi while addressing the nation on Independence day announced that a committee has been set up to reconsider the minimum age of marriage for girls.
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Independence Day 2020: Big B, Akshay & other B'wood, TV celebs extend warm wishes on August 15
Celebrities | Aug 16, 2020, 06:28 AM ISTBollywood and Television celebrities including Amitabh Bachchan, Akshay Kumar, Vicky Kaushal, Sara Ali Khan, Kareena Kapoor Khan and others also took to social media to extend warm wishes to their fans on 74th Independence Day.