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Independence Day: Security tightened across Delhi, Haryana, J-K

New Delhi, Aug. 15 -- Security has been intensified across Delhi, Srinagar and Haryana as India celebrates its 80th Independence Day celebrations on Saturday, with security personnel deployed at key l... Read More


Every heart is beating with Vande Mataram's rhythm: PM Modi as National Song is rendered at Red Fort for first time since Independence

New Delhi, Aug. 15 -- The National Song 'Vande Mataram' was rendered for the first time during Independence Day celebrations at the Red Fort on Saturday, marking a historic moment at the venue. Calli... Read More


Deep discomfort with full rendition of 'Vande Mataram': BJP MP Anurag Thakur accuses Congress of insulting national song, demands apology

New Delhi, Aug. 15 -- BJP MP Anurag Thakur on Saturday accused the Congress leadership of showing "deep discomfort" with the full rendition of Vande Mataram at the party headquarters on Independence D... Read More


People-to-people ties, shared aspirations true beating heart of India-Bangladesh friendship: HC Trivedi as community celebrates 80th Independence Day in Dhaka

Dhaka, Aug. 15 -- People-to-people ties, rooted in shared aspirations and mutual goodwill, remain the "true beating heart" of the enduring friendship between India and Bangladesh, Indian High Commissi... Read More


Sri Lankan Lions crowned Asian Legends League season 2 champions after win over Indian Royals

Lusaka, Aug. 15 -- Sri Lankan Lions were crowned champions of the Asian Legends League (ALL) season 2 after defeating Indian Royals by 40 runs in a high-scoring final in Lusaka, bringing the second ed... Read More


80th Independence Day: From golden turf to global turf, how India transformed into multi-sport powerhouse

New Delhi, Aug. 15 -- As India marks 80 years of independence, its sporting story has changed. The era of relying on a single sport for global recognition has given way to world-class excellence acros... Read More


PM Modi's 80th Independence Day attire carries a distinct tricolour touch

New Delhi, Aug. 15 -- Prime Minister Narendra Modi marked India's 80th Independence Day at the Red Fort on Saturday in a striking traditional ensemble, with a bright red Bandhani-print safa featuring ... Read More


Odisha: Sudarsan Pattnaik creates "Happy Independence Day, unity in diversity" sand art at Puri beach on 80th Independence Day

Puri, Aug. 15 -- On the occasion of India's 80th Independence Day, renowned sand artist and Padma Shri awardee Sudarsan Pattnaik created a special patriotic sand sculpture at Puri Beach in Odisha on F... Read More


Deendayal Port Authority celebrates Independence Day; chairman Sushil Kumar Singh appeals stakeholders to make India self-reliant

Gandhidham, Aug. 15 -- Deendayal Port Authority Chairman Sushil Kumar Singh on Saturday hoisted the National Flag at Deendayal Port, Kandla, as part of the celebrations marking India's 80th Independen... Read More


"Can we seek gift from PM on this Independence Day...a decriminalised Parliament": Sonam Wangchuk

New Delhi, Aug. 15 -- Activist Sonam Wangchuk called for a "peaceful revolution" to bring changes in the way leaders are chosen, urging Prime Minister Narendra Modi to work towards a "decriminalised P... Read More