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Explained: Why Independence Day Is Celebrated At Red Fort On August 15
Independence Day 2026: The Red Fort was chosen as the site for Independence Day celebrations because of its historical significance.
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Delhi Traffic Restrictions For Independence Day 2026: Check Diversions, Closed Roads, Timings
Delhi Traffic Police has announced road closures and diversions around the Red Fort from 4 am to 10 am on August 15 for Independence Day celebrations. Only vehicles with valid labels will be permitted.
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'Vande Mataram' To Be Sung At Red Fort On I-Day For 1st Time. Here's Why
Defence Secretary R K Singh, addressing a press conference, said the plan to celebrate the success and contribution of youths during the event "predates" the students' protest at the Jantar Mantar.
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Independence Day Red Fort Address: Shortest And Longest Speeches, Other Interesting Facts
India will celebrate its 79th Independence Day tomorrow. Preparations are complete across the country and many programmes are lined up.
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Women Panchayat Leaders, 'Lakhpati Didis' To Be Special Guests At Red Fort Independence Day Event
Around 400 women representatives from Panchayati Raj Institutions have been invited as special guests to the 78th Independence Day celebrations at the Red Fort, the Ministry of Panchayati Raj said in a statement on Tuesday.
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As PM Modi Speaks At Red Fort, An Empty Chair Sends A Message
As Prime Minister Narendra Modi addressed the nation on its 77th Independence Day today, Congress president Mallikarjun Kharge stayed away and sent out a strong recorded message highlighting the contributions of past Prime Ministers.
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Made-In-India Gun Used For Ceremonial Salute At Red Fort On Independence Day
A made-in-India gun was used for the first time in 75 years for the ceremonial 21-shot salute to the tricolour at the historic Red Fort on Independence Day.
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10,000 Cops To Be Deployed Around Red Fort On Independence Day: Delhi Police
More than 10,000 police personnel would be deployed around the historic Red Fort on the occasion of the 75th Independence Day on August 15, the Delhi Police said on Monday.
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Covid Safety Rules In Force At Independence Day Celebration Venues
The Union Home Ministry has asked states and UTs to adopt preventive measures at venues of the Independence Day celebration.
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75th Independence Day: Why Does The Prime Minister Hoist The National Flag At Red Fort?
India is celebrating its 75th Independence Day this year -- a long journey for a nation that liberated itself from colonial rule after a bloody struggle.
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"Neighbours Not Only Those Who Share Border...": PM At Red Fort
Prime Minister Narendra Modi in his Independence Day speech today highlighted the importance of maintaining ties with nations whose values are similar to India's democracy. He said neighbours are not only those with whom India shares its boundaries.
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10 Big Quotes From PM Modi's Independence Day Speech
Prime Minister Narendra Modi unfurled the national flag and delivered his seventh consecutive Independence Day speech from the iconic Red Fort this morning. There is strict social distancing and safety measures in place as the celebrations are happening amid the coronavirus pandemic. This is PM Modi's second Independence Day Speech since he won a s...
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PM Ignores Security Protocol To Meet School Children At Red Fort
Ignoring security protocol, Prime Minister Narendra Modi today stepped out of his car to meet school children after his Independence Day address to the nation from the Red Fort in the capital.
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With 80-Minute Address, PM Back To Long Independence Day Speeches
After delivering his shortest Independence Day speech last year, Prime Minister Narendra Modi resumed his trend of delivering long speeches and spoke for over 80 minutes while addressing the nation from the ramparts of the Red Fort.
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PM Pays Tribute To Freedom Fighters, Armed Forces on Independence Day
Prime Minister Narendra Modi today paid tributes to our freedom fighters and the armed forces for protecting the national flag. "On behalf of the people of India, I bow to all those great women and men who sacrificed themselves for the nation during the freedom movement," he said in his speech after unfurling the national flag at the Red Fort.
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Explained: Why Independence Day Is Celebrated At Red Fort On August 15
Independence Day 2026: The Red Fort was chosen as the site for Independence Day celebrations because of its historical significance.
-
Delhi Traffic Restrictions For Independence Day 2026: Check Diversions, Closed Roads, Timings
Delhi Traffic Police has announced road closures and diversions around the Red Fort from 4 am to 10 am on August 15 for Independence Day celebrations. Only vehicles with valid labels will be permitted.
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'Vande Mataram' To Be Sung At Red Fort On I-Day For 1st Time. Here's Why
Defence Secretary R K Singh, addressing a press conference, said the plan to celebrate the success and contribution of youths during the event "predates" the students' protest at the Jantar Mantar.
-
Independence Day Red Fort Address: Shortest And Longest Speeches, Other Interesting Facts
India will celebrate its 79th Independence Day tomorrow. Preparations are complete across the country and many programmes are lined up.
-
Women Panchayat Leaders, 'Lakhpati Didis' To Be Special Guests At Red Fort Independence Day Event
Around 400 women representatives from Panchayati Raj Institutions have been invited as special guests to the 78th Independence Day celebrations at the Red Fort, the Ministry of Panchayati Raj said in a statement on Tuesday.
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As PM Modi Speaks At Red Fort, An Empty Chair Sends A Message
As Prime Minister Narendra Modi addressed the nation on its 77th Independence Day today, Congress president Mallikarjun Kharge stayed away and sent out a strong recorded message highlighting the contributions of past Prime Ministers.
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Made-In-India Gun Used For Ceremonial Salute At Red Fort On Independence Day
A made-in-India gun was used for the first time in 75 years for the ceremonial 21-shot salute to the tricolour at the historic Red Fort on Independence Day.
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10,000 Cops To Be Deployed Around Red Fort On Independence Day: Delhi Police
More than 10,000 police personnel would be deployed around the historic Red Fort on the occasion of the 75th Independence Day on August 15, the Delhi Police said on Monday.
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Covid Safety Rules In Force At Independence Day Celebration Venues
The Union Home Ministry has asked states and UTs to adopt preventive measures at venues of the Independence Day celebration.
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75th Independence Day: Why Does The Prime Minister Hoist The National Flag At Red Fort?
India is celebrating its 75th Independence Day this year -- a long journey for a nation that liberated itself from colonial rule after a bloody struggle.
-
"Neighbours Not Only Those Who Share Border...": PM At Red Fort
Prime Minister Narendra Modi in his Independence Day speech today highlighted the importance of maintaining ties with nations whose values are similar to India's democracy. He said neighbours are not only those with whom India shares its boundaries.
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10 Big Quotes From PM Modi's Independence Day Speech
Prime Minister Narendra Modi unfurled the national flag and delivered his seventh consecutive Independence Day speech from the iconic Red Fort this morning. There is strict social distancing and safety measures in place as the celebrations are happening amid the coronavirus pandemic. This is PM Modi's second Independence Day Speech since he won a s...
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PM Ignores Security Protocol To Meet School Children At Red Fort
Ignoring security protocol, Prime Minister Narendra Modi today stepped out of his car to meet school children after his Independence Day address to the nation from the Red Fort in the capital.
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With 80-Minute Address, PM Back To Long Independence Day Speeches
After delivering his shortest Independence Day speech last year, Prime Minister Narendra Modi resumed his trend of delivering long speeches and spoke for over 80 minutes while addressing the nation from the ramparts of the Red Fort.
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PM Pays Tribute To Freedom Fighters, Armed Forces on Independence Day
Prime Minister Narendra Modi today paid tributes to our freedom fighters and the armed forces for protecting the national flag. "On behalf of the people of India, I bow to all those great women and men who sacrificed themselves for the nation during the freedom movement," he said in his speech after unfurling the national flag at the Red Fort.
