Independence Day 2023: People gather at Lal Chowk as Tricolour flies atop clock tower
1 year, 4 months ago

Independence Day 2023: People gather at Lal Chowk as Tricolour flies atop clock tower

India TV News  

Independence Day 2023: People in a large numbers gathered at Lal Chowk, Srinagar, Jammu and Kashmir to celebrate the 77th Independence Day on Tuesday morning. “Ghanta Ghar and Lal Chowk Srinagar are very iconic places which are being decorated by Tiranga under the Azadi Ka Amrut Mahotsav campaign,” Khan said. Asked about the developmental works underway for several months in the Lal Chowk area – the commercial hub of the city, Khan said the project is in its final stage and will be inaugurated before Independence Day. Lal Chowk's iconic Clock Tower gets facelift The Clock Tower, popularly known as Ghanta Ghar, at Srinagar's historic Lal Chowk got a major makeover under the Srinagar Smart City Project.

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India gears up for 78th Independence Day amid high security, grand celebrations
4 months, 1 week ago

India gears up for 78th Independence Day amid high security, grand celebrations

Hindustan Times  

Prime Minister Narendra Modi will lead the nation on Thursday in celebrating India’s 78th Independence Day from the iconic Red Fort in Delhi. Colored flags are seen fluttering in front of Red Fort, the main venue for the Independence Day celebrations, in New Delhi, India, on Wednesday, August 14, 2024. The prime minister will unfurl the national flag and deliver …

Independence Day 2024: PM Modi to address 78th celebrations from Red Fort, 6,000 guests invited: All you need to know
4 months, 1 week ago

Independence Day 2024: PM Modi to address 78th celebrations from Red Fort, 6,000 guests invited: All you need to know

Live Mint  

Independence Day 2024: On the occasion of the 78th Independence Day celebrations, Prime Minister Narendra Modi will unfurl the national flag at the historic Red Fort in Delhi and address the nation today. — Prime Minister Narendra Modi will be received by Defence Minister Rajnath Singh, Defence Sanjay Seth and Defence Secretary Giridhar Aramane. — The General Officer Commanding, Delhi …

Never seen before New Year celebrations at Srinagar’s Lal Chowk
11 months, 3 weeks ago

Never seen before New Year celebrations at Srinagar’s Lal Chowk

Hindustan Times  

The New Year ushered in celebrations and musical extravaganza at the iconic Lal Chowk in summer capital Srinagar and at the tourist resorts of Gulmarg, Pahalgam and Sonamarg. People gather to celebrate New Year at Lal Chowk in Srinagar Hundreds tourists and locals had gathered in the city centre around the clock tower on Sunday night to welcome the year …

India post launches special cover for revamped Clock Tower at Lal chowk
1 year ago

India post launches special cover for revamped Clock Tower at Lal chowk

Hindustan Times  

India Post has issued a special cover commemorating the revamped Clock Tower at Lal Chowk in Srinagar. A view of the special cover by India post commemorating the revamped Clock Tower The Clock Tower has become Srinagar’s new tourist attraction after its inauguration on August 14. “India Post @IndiaPostOffice today released a special cover commemorating the Revamped Ghanta Ghar, Lal …

Revamped Clock Tower is Srinagar’s new attraction
1 year, 4 months ago

Revamped Clock Tower is Srinagar’s new attraction

Hindustan Times  

The newly-renovated historic Clock Tower at Srinagar’s Lal Chowk has emerged as a favourite tourist spot, capturing the attention of both local residents and outsiders. People gather in front of the newly renovated Clock Tower at Lal Chowk in Srinagar on Independence Day. Popularly known as the ‘Ghanta Ghar’, the Clock Tower underwent a major makeover under the Srinagar Smart …

India gears up for 77th Independence Day celebrations| In Pics
1 year, 4 months ago

India gears up for 77th Independence Day celebrations| In Pics

Live Mint  

India gears up for 77th Independence Day celebrations| In Pics 13 Photos. Updated: 15 Aug 2023, 06:42 AM IST Share Via From Kolkata to Ranchi, popular monuments illuminated in the tricolour ahead of the 77th Independence Day celebrations. 3/13Vehicles ride past the Chhatrapati Shivaji Terminus railway station illuminated with India's national flag on the eve of country's Independence Day in …

Independence Day 2023: J&K LG Manoj Sinha hoists Tricolour, says dividends of peace are visible now in UT
1 year, 4 months ago

Independence Day 2023: J&K LG Manoj Sinha hoists Tricolour, says dividends of peace are visible now in UT

India TV News  

Independence Day 2023: Jammu and Kashmir LG Manoj Sinha hoisted the national flag in Srinagar on the 77th Independence Day on Tuesday. I-Day celebrated in Jammu Meanwhile, Rajeev Rai Bhatnagar, the advisor to the Lieutenant Governor who hoisted the tricolour at the Independence Day function in Jammu said the UT has witnessed the rise of a new era in the …

From India Gate to Lal Chowk: Monuments lit up in Tricolour on eve of Independence Day. Pics
1 year, 4 months ago

From India Gate to Lal Chowk: Monuments lit up in Tricolour on eve of Independence Day. Pics

Hindustan Times  

From India Gate to Lal Chowk: Monuments lit up in Tricolour on eve of Independence Day. 2 / 6 View Photos in a new improved layout Lights display with Tricolour at India Gate ahead of Independence Day, in New Delhi, India, on Monday, August 14. 3 / 6 View Photos in a new improved layout Kolkata's Victoria Memorial Hall lit …

Independence Day 2023: Know about celebrations in Delhi, special guests and ceremonial salute at Red Fort
1 year, 4 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 …

WATCH: Tricolour Hoisted Atop Renovated Ghanta Ghar In Srinagar Ahead Of Independence Day
1 year, 4 months ago

WATCH: Tricolour Hoisted Atop Renovated Ghanta Ghar In Srinagar Ahead Of Independence Day

ABP News  

New Delhi: As Jammu and Kashmir is preparing for the Independence Day celebrations, a Tricolour was hoisted atop the iconic ‘Ghanta Ghar’ in Srinagar on Thursday, news agency PTI reported. Speaking to the news agency, Chief Executive Officer of the Srinagar Smart City Project, Athar Amir Khan said hoisting the Tricolour was a historic moment for the city. #WATCH | …

Independence Day 2023 to be celebrated by saluting soil, worshipping heroes: CM Yogi Adityanath
1 year, 4 months ago

Independence Day 2023 to be celebrated by saluting soil, worshipping heroes: CM Yogi Adityanath

India TV News  

Independence Day 2023: Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath on Tuesday said the 76th anniversary of the country's independence will be celebrated in Uttar Pradesh by saluting the soil and worshipping the heroes. On August 9, Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath will formally launch a week of programmes in Kakori by taking Prime Minister Narendra Modi's 'Panch Prana' pledge for Amrit Kaal, honouring …

PM Modi made it possible for Rahul Gandhi to hoist tiranga at Lal Chowk: BJP
1 year, 10 months ago

PM Modi made it possible for Rahul Gandhi to hoist tiranga at Lal Chowk: BJP

The Hindu  

The BJP on Sunday slammed Congress leader Rahul Gandhi's "uncalled for and unwarranted" attack on the government and the RSS, and asked him to acknowledge that the Prime Minister Narendra Modi-led dispensation had created the conditions that allowed him to unfurl the national flag in Srinagar's Lal Chowk. Other BJP leaders echoed the view with party spokesperson and former Union …

In pictures: 76th Independence Day celebrated across India
2 years, 4 months ago

In pictures: 76th Independence Day celebrated across India

The Hindu  

A huge crowd gathered at Humayun's Tomb which was illuminated in tri-color lights as part of 'Azadi ka Amrit Mahotsav' celebrations, on the occasion of 76th Independence Day, in New Delhi Tricolour hoisted on the roof the houses on the 76th Independence Day, in New Delhi. People with Indian Tricolour Flag take part in the 76th Independence Day celebration in …

Independence Day 2022: Salman Khan hoists Tricolour; Anushka Sharma, Sara & others extend warm wishes
2 years, 4 months ago

Independence Day 2022: Salman Khan hoists Tricolour; Anushka Sharma, Sara & others extend warm wishes

India TV News  

Independence Day 2022: Today, India is celebrating its 75 years of Independence, with utmost pride and joy. The celebration of Independence Day honours the sacrifices and tireless efforts of our courageous leaders and freedom fighters who gave their entire life for the sake of the nation and the countrymen. Breaking the shackles of slavery after 90 years of mutiny, bloodshed, …

Tricolour at Lal Chowk not new, isn't mandated by Constitution: Sajjad Lone
2 years, 10 months ago

Tricolour at Lal Chowk not new, isn't mandated by Constitution: Sajjad Lone

Hindustan Times  

After nearly two decades, the tricolour was unfurled at Srinagar’s Lal Chowk on Republic Day. ‘Tricolour at Lal Chowk not mandated by Constitution’ Dubbing the unfurling of the national flag at Lal Chowk as something not new, Lone said that he has witnessed the ‘Tiranga’ being hoisted across the Valley on several occasions. Lone, who served as a minister in …

Read what Modi said 30 years ago while unfurling India's tricolour at Lal Chowk in Srinagar
2 years, 10 months ago

Read what Modi said 30 years ago while unfurling India's tricolour at Lal Chowk in Srinagar

Op India  

As India celebrates its 73rd Republic Day on 26th January 2022, an old speech PM Narendra Modi has gone viral on social media. This speech was given on 24th January 1992 somewhere in Kashmir when Narendra Modi was on his way to Srinagar’s Lal Chowk to unfurl the Indian flag Tricolour as a part of the BJP’s Ekta Yatra under …

75th Independence Day: Army installs 100-feet tall tricolour in Jammu and Kashmir's Gulmarg
3 years, 4 months ago

75th Independence Day: Army installs 100-feet tall tricolour in Jammu and Kashmir's Gulmarg

India TV News  

As part of the celebrations to mark the 75 years of Independence, the Army on Tuesday dedicated a 100-feet tall National Flag to the nation in Jammu and Kashmir's Gulmarg. The Army Commander also felicitated certain members of the civil society who have contributed immensely towards nation building through various endeavours. Image Source : INDIA TV Army installs 100 feet …

J&K: Women artisans from Srinagar make tricolour ahead of Independence Day, rakhis for army jawans
3 years, 4 months ago

J&K: Women artisans from Srinagar make tricolour ahead of Independence Day, rakhis for army jawans

India Today  

The women artisans from Khanmoh area of Srinagar in Jammu and Kashmir are busy these days making the Indian tricolour ahead of Independence Day. READ: Search operation in J&K ahead of Independence Day after intel on terror suspects Heena Bhat, vice chairperson of J&K Khadi and Village Industries Board said these women making hand-made tricolor flags and various other things …

J&K: Restrictions eased to facilitate Independence Day celebrations
3 years, 4 months ago

J&K: Restrictions eased to facilitate Independence Day celebrations

India TV News  

The Jammu and Kashmir government on Sunday announced temporary relaxation on the number of people permitted to attend any indoor and outdoor gatherings on August 15 only on account of Independence Day celebrations and directed district magistrates to ensure Covid appropriate behaviour is followed. In an order issued after a detailed review of the COVID-19 situation with a focus on …

'Tell Mehbooba I Will...': 3 BJP Workers Held Trying to Hoist Tricolour at Srinagar's Lal Chowk
4 years, 1 month ago

'Tell Mehbooba I Will...': 3 BJP Workers Held Trying to Hoist Tricolour at Srinagar's Lal Chowk

News 18  

Three ‘BJP workers’ from Kupwara district of Jammu and Kashmir, were on Monday detained while trying to hoist the tricolour at the historic clock tower near the city centre here, officials said. The three alleged BJP workers tried to hoist the tricolour at 'Ghanta Ghar' in the commercial hub of Lal Chowk here early Monday morning, the officials said. They …

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