New York, Aug. 16 -- Scores of people from all age groups of Indian origin turned up in Times Square here as the tricolour was hoisted to celebrate 79th Independence Day.

Dressed up in traditional Indian attire, they exuberated fervour and enthusiasm on Friday (local time).

Earlier, iconic landmarks including World Trade Center were illuminated in the colours of the Indian Tricolour.

In a post on X, India in New York said, "India's Independence Day was celebrated as iconic New York landmarks -- One World Trade Center, Grand Central Terminal, Niagara Falls, and Kosciuszko Bridge -- lit up in the colours of the Indian Tricolour. A vibrant tribute to the deep bonds of friendship between India and the United States."

The landmark displays...