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  Photos: India celebrates 74th Independence Day

  India | August 15, 2020 15:10 IST

  India will celebrate its 74th Independence Day today. However, the celebrations have been curtailed and only selected guests are invited to be part of the Red Fort event. Despite this pandemic, as a part of the annual decoration areas like India Gate, Rashtrapati Bhavan, Parliament Building was lit up in various colours to cherish the memories of the freedom struggle.

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  Breaking News: August 16, 2020 | As it happened

  India | August 16, 2020 0:01 IST

  Amid a multilayered security arrangement, Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Saturday delivered his seventh consecutive Independence Day speech from the ramparts of the historic Red Fort amid tight security. We present before you an unmissable coverage of the I-Day celebrations as we serve you with breathtaking photos and videos from the length and breadth of the country. Also powering in real-time updates as India remembers its 'Tryst with Destiny' for the 74th year. Live updates:

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  Happy Independence Day 2020: 15 Greatest Quotes of India's freedom struggle luminaries

  Fyi | August 15, 2020 5:57 IST

  It was on August 15, 1947, when India achieved independence after years of struggle, breaking the shackles of the British rule. This year marks the 74th Independence Day of the country. Independence Day honours the sacrifices and dedication of the bravehearts who aimed for one goal -- to be free from slavery of the colonisers. Here are 15 greatest quotes of India's freedom struggle luminaries.

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  74th I-Day: PM Modi set to hoist Tiranga from historic Red Fort amid multilayered security

  India | August 14, 2020 23:59 IST

  India will be witness to yet another year of celebration of its independence. Today is the 74th Independence Day and the countrymen are ready to rejoice to the fullest even in the face of the coronavirus pandemic. 

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  Independence Day Special: 5 Incredible Women Who Shaped India's Freedom Struggle

  Fyi | August 14, 2020 13:35 IST

  The stories of how India fought to free itself from the shackles of Colonial rules still reverberate in our hearts. From the Great Revolt of 1857 to the attainment of independence in 1947 lakhs of freedom fighters fought to free the country from the British Tyranny. Undoubtedly, this fight would have been incomplete without the participation of women.

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  73rd Independence Day: History, Significance, Importance, Why it is celebrated on 15th August

  Lifestyle | August 15, 2019 6:09 IST

  From the Indian Rebellion of 1857 to sepoy mutiny, though unsuccessful but were a major benchmark in the fight against Britishers. Let’s go down the memory lane and understand the history and Importance of celebrating Independence Day.

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  Virat Kohli's message on Independence Day calls for celebrating unity

  Cricket | August 15, 2018 13:24 IST

  While the team has come under severe criticism by the media and cricket experts alike, it hasn't stopped the Indian cricketers from celebrating the nation's 72nd Independence Day.

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  Sachin Tendulkar, Saina Nehwal and the Indian hockey team lead Independence Day wishes from sportspersons

  Cricket | August 15, 2018 10:50 IST

  A number of cricketers used social media platforms to express gratitude towards their nation and countrymen.

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  From tiranga dhokla to layered sandwich, feast on these 5 tricolour-themed food items this Independence day

  Food | August 14, 2018 21:45 IST

  This I-Day, don't waste your holiday lazing in bed with a TV remote in hand, instead gear up to honour 72 years of country's independence with very palatable tricolour dishes.

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  72nd Independence Day: History, Significance, Importance, Why it is celebrated on 15th August

  Lifestyle | August 15, 2018 7:51 IST

  India proudly stood free from British rule on 15th August 1947 and the Indian National Flag was hoisted for the first time by our first Prime Minister of Independent India, Pt. Jawaharlal Nehru, above the Lahori Gate of Red Fort in Delhi.

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  Independence Day: Security tightened across India, traffic restrictions in Delhi

  India | August 14, 2018 15:36 IST

  Traffic restrictions are notified for the Independence Day function at the Red Fort and on its full dress rehearsal on Monday while the DMRC has said parking facilities will not be available at its stations.

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  #JaiHindWithIndiaTV: India TV to organise conclave to commemorate country's 72nd Independence Day on August 13

  India | August 13, 2018 20:28 IST

  The special coverage, which will begin 11 AM onwards, will have prominent political figures in attendance.

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  Jammu: Terrorist arrested with 8 grenades, 'intended' to be used during Independence Day in Delhi

  India | August 14, 2018 15:35 IST

  Irfan Hassan Wani, a militant from south Kashmir's Pulwama district, was arrested on Sunday near Convent Crossing in the city's Gandhi Nagar area.

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  Independence day special: Quick recipe for tricolour cake

  Lifestyle | August 14, 2014 17:16 IST

  New Delhi: This Independence Day give your loved ones a taste of delicious tri-colour cake How about celebrating Independence Day Aug 15 with a mouth-watering tricolour cheese cake at home?Pastry Chef Rashmi of Mumbai's Grand