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India is all set to celebrate its 79th Independence Day on Friday, August 15, with grand patriotic enthusiasm, marking the end of over two centuries of British colonial rule in 1947.
President Droupadi Murmu addressed the nation on Thursday evening, sharing her thoughts ahead of the national celebrations.
Independence Day is traditionally observed with flag-hoisting ceremonies across the country, accompanied by the singing of the national anthem, cultural performances, and drill displays. This year’s celebrations follow the theme ‘Naya Bharat,’ symbolizing India’s vision of becoming a prosperous, secure, and self-reliant nation by 2047, as stated in an official release from the Ministry of Defence.
Prime Minister Narendra Modi will lead the main event at the historic Red Fort, where he will unfurl the National Flag and deliver his address to the nation. Flying Officer Rashika Sharma has been designated to assist in hoisting the Tricolour.
The Red Fort celebrations will host approximately 5,000 distinguished guests from across the country, representing diverse fields. Attendees include members of India’s contingent for the Special Olympics 2025, international sports champions, the 50 highest-performing Swachhta campaign workers, and tribal children from the Andaman and Nicobar Islands.
The Indian Air Force is overseeing this year’s ceremony, which will feature a ceremonial Guard of Honour, a 21-gun salute, and a special flypast. During the flypast, both the National Flag and the flag of Operation Sindoor will be displayed, highlighting India’s military accomplishments alongside the celebration of national freedom.
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- 18:36 (IST) 15 Aug 2025
India Independence Day Live Updates: Bike Stunts Performed By BSF Soldiers At Attari Border In Punjab
#WATCH | Punjab | BSF jawans perform bike stunts in various formations and mesmerise the audience at Attari border in Punjab on the occasion of Independence Day 2025. pic.twitter.com/8Prvb184yo
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- 17:28 (IST) 15 Aug 2025
India Independence Day Live Updates: Celebrations Held At Mudumalai Tiger Reserve
#WATCH | Independence Day celebrations were held at Mudumalai Tiger Reserve, nestled in the Nilgiri mountains in Tamil Nadu pic.twitter.com/HF2YQhD8lX
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- 10:07 (IST) 15 Aug 2025
PM Modi Delivers Longest-Ever Independence Day Speech, Sets New Records at Red Fort
Prime Minister Narendra Modi delivered his longest-ever Independence Day address from the Red Fort, speaking for an impressive 103 minutes from 7:33 am to 9:18 am. This surpassed his own 2024 record of 98 minutes, making it the longest speech by any Prime Minister in India’s history.
Modi also marked his 12th consecutive Independence Day speech at the Red Fort, surpassing Indira Gandhi and standing second only to Jawaharlal Nehru, who addressed the nation 17 times in a row.
- 09:15 (IST) 15 Aug 2025
PM Modi Highlights Mahatma Jyotiba Phule’s Legacy Ahead of 200th Birth Anniversary
Prime Minister Narendra Modi, while addressing the nation on India’s 79th Independence Day, highlighted the upcoming 200th birth anniversary of social reformer Mahatma Jyotiba Phule. Modi said that events commemorating the occasion will soon be launched, emphasizing the relevance of Phule’s principles in today’s India.“In the principles of Mahatma Jyotiba Phule, the mantras he gave, lie inspiration for us priority to the backward. Giving priority to the poor, we want to scale the heights of transformation,” he said, underscoring the government’s focus on inclusive growth and empowerment of marginalized communities. ...
- 09:09 (IST) 15 Aug 2025
India Independence Day Live Updates: PM Modi Launches Rs 1 Lakh Crore Viksit Bharat Rozgaar Yojna to Boost Jobs and Growth
Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Friday announced the launch of the Pradhan Mantri Viksit Bharat Rozgaar Yojna, a Rs 1 lakh crore initiative aimed at generating large-scale employment and driving economic growth. Speaking from the Red Fort on the occasion of India’s 79th Independence Day, Modi highlighted that the scheme will create job opportunities across multiple sectors, with a focus on high-growth industries.The initiative also emphasizes skill development and entrepreneurship, aiming to empower youth and support India’s evolving workforce, reinforcing the government’s commitment to inclusive and sustainable economic development. #WATCH | Delhi: Prime Minister Narendra Modi says, “My country’s youth, today is...
