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August 16, 2023 12:34 PM

After gap of two decades thousands of people throng to witness 77th Independence Day celebrations at Bakshi Stadium in J&K

In a significant development in the Union Territory of Jammu and Kashmir, thousands of people after a gap of two decades, thronged to witness the 77th Independence Day celebrations at Bakshi Stadium in Srinagar yesterday. The authorities had done away with restrictions on the movement of people this year, which used to be imposed in the past in view of security reasons. Carrying the national flag, men and women of all ages filled the stands in the Bakshi Stadium while a significant n...

August 15, 2023 9:30 PM

PM Modi addresses Nation from Red Fort & says over 13.5 crore people came out of poverty in last 5 years due to government schemes

Prime Minister Narendra Modi has said that India has demography, democracy, and diversity and this Triveni has the potential to make every dream of India come true. Addressing the nation from the ramparts of Red Fort on 77th Independence Day on 15th August 2023, Mr Modi said, India has an opportunity during this first year of Amrit Kaal to dedicate the lives and work towards scripting the next 1000 years. He said, India's rise and development resulting in renewed global confidence in countr...

August 15, 2023 8:45 PM

77th Independence Day celebrated with enthusiasm in Colombo

In Sri Lanka, the 77th Independence Day was celebrated with enthusiasm in Colombo. Members of Indian diaspora and friends of India participated in the celebration of 77th Independence Day at India House in Colombo. Remembering the sacrifices of Indian forces, High Commissioner Of India Gopal Baglay laid a wreath at the IPKF monument. He hoisted the National Flag and read out excerpts from the President’s Speech. He also administered t...

August 15, 2023 8:12 PM

Lt Governor Manoj Sinha hoists tricolour on 77th Independence Day celebrations at Bakshi Stadium in Srinagar

In the Kashmir Valley, Lieutenant Governor, Manoj Sinha hoisted the Tricolour on the occasion of 77th Independence Day celebrations at Bakshi Stadium in Srinagar. Mr. Sinha inspected the parade and took a salute at an impressive march past of the contingents comprising of J&K Police, Security forces, school students, besides Brass & Pipe bands of J&K Police and the BSF. He also paid tributes to the freedom fighters and brave hearts of police, army and CAPFs. Addressing the g...

August 15, 2023 5:35 PM

Indian Community in UAE Commemorates 77th Independence Day with Focus on India's 2047 Development Goal

The Indian community residing in the UAE celebrated India's 77th Independence Day with fervor and enthusiasm today. The celebrations were observed at multiple venues across the country, including the Embassy of India in Abu Dhabi, the Consulate General of India in Dubai, and Indian community centers in Sharjah, Ajman, Umm Al Quwain and Ras Al-Khaimah. In Abu Dhabi, Ambassador Sunjay Sudhir hoisted the Indian flag at the Embassy and emphasized the values of democracy, freedom, and peace i...

August 15, 2023 4:53 PM

News Services Division of Akashvani to broadcast a special bilingual program titled “Vishwa Kshitij Par Bharat” on occasion of 77th Independence Day

The News Services Division of Akashvani is proud to present a remarkable bilingual program titled "Vishwa Kshitij Par Bharat" (विश्व - क्षितिज पर भारत!) in honor of the 77th Independence Day. Joining us for this exceptional broadcast are esteemed individuals who have made their mark on different horizons: Kapil Dev, the legendary cricketer; Sunil Shetty, the renowned actor; Nila Madhab Panda, a celebrated film producer and director; Maj DP Singh, a v...

August 15, 2023 3:48 PM

J&K: 77th Independence Day being celebrated with full zeal, enthusiasm & patriotism amid high-level security arrangements

In Jammu and Kashmir, the 77th Independence Day was celebrated with full zeal, enthusiasm and patriotism today amid high-level security arrangements. A multi-layer security arrangement duly backed by ground and aerial surveillance was put in place across the Union Territory to thwart any untoward incident during the Independence Day celebrations. The main function in Jammu region was held at Maulana Azad Stadium, Jammu where Advisor to Lieutenant Governor, Rajeev Rai Bhatnagar, hoisted the n...

August 15, 2023 2:18 PM

Indian cricketers extend wishes on 77th Independence Day

Indian cricketers extended their wishes on the 77th Independence Day. As people celebrate across the country, Virat Kohli, Yuvraj Singh, Ravindra Jadeja and several other notable cricketers took to social media platform X to wish countrymen a happy Independence Day. India's star batter Suryakumar Yadav also extended his wishes. BCCI Secretary Jay Shah also wished the nation on the occasion....

August 15, 2023 2:01 PM

Gujarat: Independence day being celebrated with patriotic fervor

In Gujarat, Independence day is being celebrated with patriotic fervor. Governor Acharya Devvrat hoisted the national flag at Rajbhavan to mark the 77th Independence Day. Chief Minister Bhupendra Patel today unfurled the tricolor at the state-level Independence Day celebration held at Valsad on 15th August 2023. Addressing the gathering, Chief Minister reiterated the commitment of his government towards the overall development of the state and the welfare of people from sections of...

August 15, 2023 2:00 PM

Odisha: CM Naveen Patnaik hoists national flag on Independence Day

In Odisha, Chief Minister Naveen Patnaik hoisted the national flag at the state-level 77th Independence Day Celebration held at Bhubaneswar this morning. Speaking on the occasion, he said India's freedom struggle ushered in a new era in the history of the world and the country has succeeded in establishing itself as a major power. He said Odisha is transforming and the state's economy is growing. Poverty has decreased in Odisha and the government is developing a modern digital infr...