New Delhi, Aug. 14 -- Security has been tightened in Delhi and Gurugram ahead of the 80th Independence Day celebrations, with security agencies on high alert across key locations.

Security has been particularly intensified at the Red Fort following a bomb threat email received ahead of Independence Day. Prime Minister Narendra Modi will lead the 80th Independence Day Celebrations from the Red Fort.

Security has also been put on high alert in Gurugram and other cities in the National Capital Region (NCR).

Security personnel and agencies are maintaining heightened vigilance at important locations as part of the arrangements for Independence Day.

Earlier on Friday, a bomb threat was received by the Delhi High Court through email, Joint S...