From Sachin Tendulkar, Sania Mirza to PR Sreejesh, Indian sportspersons share heartfelt Independence Day wishes
7 months, 1 week ago

From Sachin Tendulkar, Sania Mirza to PR Sreejesh, Indian sportspersons share heartfelt Independence Day wishes

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With the entire country celebrating the 78th Independence Day of India on Thursday, the sportspersons took the lead on social media to wish their fellow compatriots. The Independence Day celebration in Delhi was attended by medal winners Manu Bhaker, who won two bronze medals in shooting, and members of the bronze medal-winning Indian hockey team including PR Sreejesh and Harmanpreet Singh. #HappyIndependenceDay 🇮🇳 pic.twitter.com/SYL99x8wx2 — Irfan Pathan August 15, 2024 Pro Kabaddi League stars Pardeep Narwal and Maninder Singh visited a Mumbai Public School for a special flag-hoisting ceremony. I would also like to wish everyone a Happy Independence Day!” Maninder Singh said, “Every corner in our country has kids playing kabaddi and we hope to see this continue for years to come.

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Independence Day: Rakul Preet Singh, Raghav Juyal, Mona Singh: Actors recall childhood memories of celebrating I-Day
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Independence Day: Rakul Preet Singh, Raghav Juyal, Mona Singh: Actors recall childhood memories of celebrating I-Day

Hindustan Times  

On Independence Day today, actors fondly recall their childhood celebrations with a mix of nostalgia and pride. Rakul Preet Singh, Raghav Juyal, Mona Singh Pankaj Tripathi The Mirzapur actor shares, “Mujhe yaad hai, pitaji Independence Day par khadi ki topi aur khadi ke hi kapde pehena karte the. He adds: “The Independence Day celebrations at school and gram panchayat were …

Independence Day: Indian Olympic contingent, BRO workers, Lakhpati Didi beneficiaries among 6,000 guests
7 months, 1 week ago

Independence Day: Indian Olympic contingent, BRO workers, Lakhpati Didi beneficiaries among 6,000 guests

The Hindu  

The Indian contingent from the Paris Olympics, student beneficiaries from the Atal Innovation Mission, workers of the Border Roads Organisation and sarpanches were among the 6,000 special guests who attended the 78th Independence Day celebrations here on Thursday. Students benefiting from the Atal Innovation Mission and PM SHRI scheme, and volunteers of the Mera Yuva Bharat and National Service Scheme …

Independence Day 2024: From Har Ghar Tiranga to unfurling tricolor at Red Fort, India set to celebrate 77th year of freedom
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Independence Day 2024: From Har Ghar Tiranga to unfurling tricolor at Red Fort, India set to celebrate 77th year of freedom

Firstpost  

India is poised to celebrate its 77th year of freedom with vibrant displays of patriotism and national pride on 15 August 2024 Independence Day, or Swatantrata Diwas, is celebrated every 15 August as a national holiday in India, marking the country’s liberation from British rule in 1947. This day, steeped in national pride, honours the sacrifices of countless freedom fighters …

Top news of the day: August 15, 2023
1 year, 7 months ago

Top news of the day: August 15, 2023

The Hindu  

Independence Day 2023 | India celebrates 77th Independence Day Prime Minister Narendra Modi spoke for nearly 90 minutes in his 10th Independence Day address on August 15 where he highlighted his government’s achievements as well as various challenges and opportunities before the nation. Came to power in 2014 with a promise of change, in 2019 on performance, shall return in …

From Shilpa Shetty to Allu Arjun: How stars celebrated Independence Day
1 year, 7 months ago

From Shilpa Shetty to Allu Arjun: How stars celebrated Independence Day

Hindustan Times  

Indian celebrities wore white, orange and green, unfurled the Tricolour and sang the National Anthem to celebrate Independence Day on Tuesday. Shilpa Shetty, Gurmeet Chaudhary and Allu Arjun celebrated Independence Day with their families. Jai Hind.” Karan Johar dropped a picture of a man holding a national flag in hand and wrote, “Happy Independence day.” To mark this occasion, Suniel …

'Congratulations India!' World leaders come together to wish Independence Day to Indian citizens
1 year, 7 months ago

'Congratulations India!' World leaders come together to wish Independence Day to Indian citizens

Firstpost  

US Secretary of State Antony Blinken said that the bilateral relationship between the United States and India is deeper and more expansive than ever as he extended his wishes to Indians on Independence Day With India celebrating its 77th year of Independence, leaders from across the world have wished the country on its day of getting freedom from the British …

Independence Day 2023: Alia Bhatt, Deepika Padukone, Hrithik Roshan, Kiara Advani, Malaika Arora and others celebrate
1 year, 7 months ago

Independence Day 2023: Alia Bhatt, Deepika Padukone, Hrithik Roshan, Kiara Advani, Malaika Arora and others celebrate

Hindustan Times  

The country marks its 77th Independence Day today, August 15, with pomp and fervour. Alia Bhatt, Deepika Padukone, Hrithik Roshan, Kiara Advani, Malaika Arora and others wish Happy Independence Day 2023. Alia Bhatt wished her fans Happy Independence Day by sharing a video on her Instagram stories with the tune of Sare Jahan Se Accha playing the background. Kareena Kapoor …

Independence Day 2023: Know about celebrations in Delhi, special guests and ceremonial salute at Red Fort
1 year, 7 months ago

Independence Day 2023: Know about celebrations in Delhi, special guests and ceremonial salute at Red Fort

India TV News  

Independence Day 2023: Every year India celebrates Independence Day with grandeur, gaiety, fervour and enthusiasm. Prime Minister Narendra Modi will lead the Nation in celebrating this historic 77th Independence Day from the ramparts of the Red Fort in New Delhi. Ceremonial salute at Red Fort The Independence Day ceremony at Red Fort will be consisting of the presentation of a …

Independence Day 2022: Sushmita Sen honours motherland; Deepika Padukone, Alia Bhatt display Indian flag on social media
2 years, 7 months ago

Independence Day 2022: Sushmita Sen honours motherland; Deepika Padukone, Alia Bhatt display Indian flag on social media

Hindustan Times  

Independence Day 2022: India is celebrating 75 years of its Independence today, August 15. Independence Day 2022: Sushmita Sen honours motherland; Deepika Padukone, Alia Bhatt display Indian flag on social media Today, Bollywood celebrities also took to social media to wish their followers Happy Independence Day and pay their respect to the motherland. Former Miss Universe Sushmita Sen posted a …

Independence Day 2022: Date, History, Significance and Why It is Celebrated on August 15?
2 years, 7 months ago

Independence Day 2022: Date, History, Significance and Why It is Celebrated on August 15?

News 18  

HAPPY INDEPENDENCE DAY 2022: India is celebrating 75 years of independence. The celebration of Independence Day honours the sacrifices of our courageous leaders and freedom fighters, who gave their all for the sake of the nation and the countrymen. Independence Day 2022: History and Significance India’s freedom struggle against the British colonial rule was long-drawn spanning over 200 years and …

WATCH: India's Tokyo Olympic heroes head out to celebrate 75th Independence Day with PM Narendra Modi
3 years, 7 months ago

WATCH: India's Tokyo Olympic heroes head out to celebrate 75th Independence Day with PM Narendra Modi

India TV News  

WATCH: India's Tokyo Olympic heroes head out to celebrate 75th Independence Day with PM Narendra Modi Earlier on Saturday, President Ram Nath Kovind had hosted hosted a 'high tea' at the Rashtrapati Bhavan cultural centre in New Delhi where the entire contingent was present. India's heroes from the 2020 Tokyo Olympics have headed towards the Red Fort to be part …

Independence Day 2021: Here’s How You Can Celebrate the Day While Maintaining Social Distancing Amid COVID-19
3 years, 7 months ago

Independence Day 2021: Here’s How You Can Celebrate the Day While Maintaining Social Distancing Amid COVID-19

News 18  

India marks its 75th Independence Day on August 15 this year. Various movements ranging from Civil Disobedience, Revolt of 1857, Non Cooperation Movement were organised during the struggle by eminent freedom fighters including Rani Laxmi Bai, Bhagat Singh, Mahatma Gandhi, Subhash Chandra Bose among others. Independence Day is a national holiday and to mark the day the Prime Minister of …

Independence Day 2021: All you need to know about theme of India's 75th anniversary of freedom struggle
3 years, 7 months ago

Independence Day 2021: All you need to know about theme of India's 75th anniversary of freedom struggle

Firstpost  

This year, the theme of the celebrations would be ‘Nation First, Always First’. The Olympians who won medals at the Tokyo Olympics would get special invites for the event India achieved independence from British rule on 15 August 1947. The emergence of leaders such as Mahatma Gandhi, Jawaharlal Nehru, Sardar Vallabhbhai Patel and Netaji Subhash Chandra Bose gave power to …

India proud of its Olympians' contributions to sports, says Prime Minister Narendra Modi
3 years, 9 months ago

India proud of its Olympians' contributions to sports, says Prime Minister Narendra Modi

Firstpost  

He also offered his best wishes to the Indian contingent for the Tokyo Olympics that will begin on 23 July and noted that it consists of the country’s finest athletes. New Delhi: On the occasion of Olympic Day on Wednesday, Prime Minister Narendra Modi said India is proud of the contributions made to sports by athletes who have represented the …

Independence Day 2020: Gauahar Khan paints social media tricolour with her patriotic dance on Jai Ho
4 years, 7 months ago

Independence Day 2020: Gauahar Khan paints social media tricolour with her patriotic dance on Jai Ho

Hindustan Times  

We are celebrating the 74th year of independence in India this Saturday and no, we are not letting political differences leave each other behind or atleast that’s what Bollywood diva Gauahar Khan preached as she wished fans a Happy Independence Day on August 15. Gauahar Khan sets Internet on fire with her patriotic dance on Jai Ho song on Independence …

Independence day: India's best sporting achievements since independence
4 years, 7 months ago

Independence day: India's best sporting achievements since independence

The Hindu  

1948 – India’s first post-independence Olympic hockey gold. 1997 – Mahesh Bhupathi, Paes' contemporary, wins the French Open mixed doubles, partnering Japan’s Rika Hiraki, to become the first Indian to win a Grand Slam title. 2004 – Shooter Rajyavardhan Singh Rathore wins the silver medal at the Athens Olympic Games, India’s first silver in an individual event at the Olympics. …

Independence Day 2020: Kamal Haasan to Mohanlal, South celebs extend warm wishes
4 years, 7 months ago

Independence Day 2020: Kamal Haasan to Mohanlal, South celebs extend warm wishes

India Today  

India is celebrating its 74th Independence Day today and celebrities took social media to convey their wishes to their fans. 74.,,,,,... — Kamal Haasan August 15, 2020 Mohanlal shared a link to Vande Mataram song and wished everyone a Happy Independence Day. Jai Hind — Mahesh Babu August 15, 2020 Allu Arjun shared a photo of himself from his film, …

Indian Sportspersons Salute Brave Freedom Fighters as India Celebrates 74th Independence Day
4 years, 7 months ago

Indian Sportspersons Salute Brave Freedom Fighters as India Celebrates 74th Independence Day

News 18  

Indian sportspersons took to social media to wish their compatriots as India celebrates its 74th Independence Day on August 15. Happy Independence Day to everyone.🇮🇳🙏🏻#independenceday 🇮🇳 pic.twitter.com/UwULy907q3 — Sakshi Malik August 15, 2020 Let us all work together and contribute towards the betterment of our country. #HyderabadFC 🇮🇳 pic.twitter.com/jbiBQRyYYN — Hyderabad FC August 15, 2020 FC Goa would like to …

PHOTOS | 74th Independence Day: I-day celebrations around India amid coronavirus pandemic
4 years, 7 months ago

PHOTOS | 74th Independence Day: I-day celebrations around India amid coronavirus pandemic

Hindustan Times  

PHOTOS | 74th Independence Day: I-day celebrations around India amid coronavirus pandemic India is celebrating its 74th Independence Day on August 15, 2020 to commemorate the day when it got its independence from the oppressive British Raj after over two centuries of imperial rule and colonization. 3 / 15 View Photos in a new improved layout Raisina Hills illuminated on …

Happy Independence Day 2020: 15 Greatest Quotes of India's freedom struggle luminaries
4 years, 7 months ago

Happy Independence Day 2020: 15 Greatest Quotes of India's freedom struggle luminaries

India TV News  

It was on August 15, 1947, when India achieved independence after years of struggle, breaking the shackles of the British rule. Long years ago, we made a tryst with destiny and now the time comes when we shall redeem our pledge.At the stroke of the midnight hour, when the world sleeps, India will awake to life and freedom.- Jawaharlal Nehru …

Sachin Tendulkar to Team India: Sports fraternity extends greetings on India's 73rd Independence Day
5 years, 7 months ago

Sachin Tendulkar to Team India: Sports fraternity extends greetings on India's 73rd Independence Day

The Hindu  

As India celebrated its 73rd Independence Day on Thursday, sportspersons took to social media and extended their wishes on the occasion. pic.twitter.com/tsY87YLySu — Sachin Tendulkar August 15, 2019 Here are some of the wishes from other Indian sportspersons: Today & every day, let us all take a moment to remember the heroes who have laid down their lives for #India …

Asian Games 2018: Athletes skip Independence Day celebrations at Indian embassy
6 years, 7 months ago

Asian Games 2018: Athletes skip Independence Day celebrations at Indian embassy

Hindustan Times  

A nine-hour long journey from New Delhi to Jakarta and a half-hour layover at the Singapore airport has possibly dulled the enthusiasm of Indian athletes as most of them chose to stay in their rooms instead of celebrating their country’s Independence Day at the Indian embassy here on Wednesday. Barring the men’s and women’s handball teams, chef de mission Brij …

Sania Mirza in 'awe' of Shoaib Malik's Independence Day post for Indian fans
6 years, 7 months ago

Sania Mirza in 'awe' of Shoaib Malik's Independence Day post for Indian fans

India TV News  

As India celebrates its 72nd Independence Day on Wednesday, the heartwarming wishes are pouring in from inside and across the border. From Pakistan, India's neighboring nation that celebrated its Independence Day on Tuesday, cricketer Shoaib Malik decided to wish Indian fans on the special occasion. Reacting with love over her husband's post, India's ace tennis player Sania Mirza, quoted Malik's …

Pakistan legend Shahid Afridi sends India Independence Day greetings; urges neighbours to work towards peace
7 years, 7 months ago

Pakistan legend Shahid Afridi sends India Independence Day greetings; urges neighbours to work towards peace

Firstpost  

Ex- Pakistan Cricketer Shahid Afridi wishes neighbours Independence Day, wrote “let’s work towards peace, tolerance and love. Let humanity prevail,” on his twitter handle Former Pakistan captain Shahid Afridi on Tuesday wished India on the special occasion of Independence day and urged the two neighbouring countries to work towards peace and tolerance. No way to change neighbours, let’s work towards …

Watch Independence Day celebrations live on YouTube
11 years, 7 months ago

Watch Independence Day celebrations live on YouTube

Firstpost  

India will be celebrating her 66th Independence Day tomorrow, on August 15, 2013. Like it happens each year, the national tricolour will be hoisted in India will be celebrating her 66th Independence Day tomorrow, on August 15, 2013. However, one ritual that the nation follows religiously each year, year after year, is the Independence Day celebrations and the nation’s Prime …

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