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Independence Day 2021 Highlights: Tricolour unfurled at INS Tabar which is deployed to Portsmouth in UK

75th Independence Day 2021: India is celebrating ‘Azadi ka Amrit Mahotsav’ on Sunday, marking the completion of a quarter to a century of freedom from British colonial rule. Prime Minister Narendra Modi unfurled the national flag at the Red Fort in New Delhi this morning and addressed the nation. It was followed by a series of events organised by the armed forces and security personnel saluting the tricolour with a guard of honour.Follow all the updates here:Rashtrapati Bhavan, Parliament buildings in Delhi illuminated on occasion of Independence DayDelhi: Rashtrapati Bhavan, North Block, South Block, and Parliament buildings illuminated on the occasion of 75th #IndependenceDay pic.twitter.com/fko95G9j1qOn the occasion of the 75th Independence Day, the Rashtrapati Bhavan, North Block, South Block and the Parliament building in Delhi were illuminated, reports ANI. Watch: Beating retreat ceremony at Attari-Wagah border#WATCH | 75th Independence Day: Beating retreat takes place at Attari-Wagah border in Punjab pic.twitter.com/ULNfeDEHLrThe beating retreat ceremony took place at the Attari-Wagah border on the occasion of the 75th Independence Day.India's High Commissioner to Sri Lanka, Gopal Baglay hoisted the national flag at India House in ColomboIndia's High Commissioner to Sri Lanka, Gopal Baglay hoisted the national flag at India House in Colombo to celebrate 75th Independence Day.Ex-servicemen hold march at Singhu border on 75th Independence DayOn the occasion of 75th Independence Day, ex-servicemen on Sunday held a march at the Singhu border where protesting farmers are celebrating 'Kisan Mazdoor Azadi Sangram Diwas'.DRDO's Counter Drone Technology installed to monitor Red Fort on Independence DayAdding to the security measures taken as part of India's Independence Day Celebrations on Sunday, a Counter Drone Technology developed by the Defence Research and Development Organisation (DRDO) was installed to monitor the Red Fort and its surrounding area.Tricolour unfurled at INS TabarTricolour unfurled at INS Tabar which is deployed to Portsmouth in the UK on the occasion of 75th IndependenceDayCorporators in Srinagar hoist national flag at Zero BridgeCorporators in Kashmir on Sunday hoisted the national flag at Zero Bridge in the city on the 75th Independence Day.Team India hoist flag ahead of Day 4 of Lord's TestBefore the start of Day 4 of the ongoing Lord's Test against England, Team India hoisted the tri-colour as the country celebrates its 75th Independence Day.Nitish Kumar hoists Tricolour for 15th time, creates history in BiharHoisting the Tricolour for the 15th time on the occasion of Independence Day, Nitish Kumar on Sunday became the only chief minister of Bihar to have achieved the feat.BRO hoists the national flag at the world’s highest motorable pass Umling LaBorder Roads Organisation (BRO) hoists the national flag at the world’s highest motorable pass Umling La in Ladakh.Mumbai: AAP celebrates I-Day with march and 'cap of honesty'The Aam Aadmi Party's Mumbai unit took out a march from suburban Bandra to Juhu on the country's 75th Independence Day on Sunday with the party workers carrying a huge national flag and wearing the "cap of honesty".We aim to install 500 such National flags till Republic Day across the Capital: Arvind KejriwalWe aim to install 500 such National flags till Republic Day across the Capital, this will inculcate the feeling of patriotism among people: Delhi CM Arvind Kejriwal.Members of Parliament's Public Accounts Committee celebrated 75th Independence Day with Army personnel in SrinagarMembers of Parliament's Public Accounts Committee, who are on a 4-day visit to Kashmir and Ladakh to review facilities being provided to Indian troops in mountainous areas, celebrated 75th Independence Day with Army personnel in Srinagar.Bengal Governor urges people to take oath to uphold human rightsWest Bengal Governor Jagdeep Dhankhar on Sunday hoisted the national flag on the occasion of the 75th Independence Day and urged people to take an oath to uphold human rights.BSF exchanges sweets with Bangladesh forces on 75th Independence DayBorder Securiy Forces exchanges sweets with Bangladesh forces on 75th Independence Day.Russia's president Vladimir Putin greets India on 75th Independence DayThe success achieved by India in economic, social & other spheres is widely acknowledged. Your country rightfully enjoys high prestige in global arena and plays an important role in solving topical issues of international agenda: Russian President Vladimir Putin#IndependenceDay pic.twitter.com/Bxk5cZxa7OPresident Kovind pays tribute at National War MemorialPresident Ram Nath Kovind visited the National War Memorial and paid homage to the martyrs who made supreme sacrifice in the line of duty. On the occasion of 75th Independence Day, a grateful nation salutes its brave soldiers. pic.twitter.com/eGqE61QGRiPresident Ram Nath Kovind paid tribute at the National War Memorial on Independence Day. The defence minister, the three service chiefs, and the Chief of Defence Staff (CDS) were also present.DRDO's anti-drone system deployed near Red Fort for protectionDelhi | DRDO’s anti-drone system deployed today near the Red Fort on Independence Day to provide protection against any drone activity there pic.twitter.com/unoDVAQDmfNeed to prepare for 70 Olympic medals: KejriwalCongratulations to Olympic medal winners, need to prepare for 70 medals now: KejriwalOther governments are following Delhi model of governance: Kejriwal“Delhi has given a model of governance to the country with kind of innovations and ideas being brought to the table,” Kejriwal said. As an example, the Delhi chief minister highlighted that Goa has made 16,000 litres of water free to every family. “Now other governments are thinking of providing free electricity, like the model we have in Delhi,” he said.Arvind Kejriwal announces ‘Deshbhakt Curriculum’ in Delhi govt schools  from September 27Delhi chief minister Arvind Kejriwal hoisted the national flag at the Secretariat Building on Independence Day and announced 'Deshbhakti Curriculum' in Delhi government schools from September 27 as a tribute to freedom fighter Bhagat Singh. “Our curriculum teaches physics, chemistry but not patriotism,” he said. “This 'Deshbhakti Curriculum' will instil patriotic values in our children.”West Bengal CM Mamata Banerjee hoists national flag at Red Road in KolkataWest Bengal CM Mamata Banerjee hoists the National Flag at Red Road in Kolkata on 75th Independence Day pic.twitter.com/IhOpHgwJ9mCongress chief Sonia Gandhi hoists national flag in New DelhiCongress president Sonia Gandhi hoists the national flag at party headquarters in Delhi; Rahul Gandhi also present. pic.twitter.com/ClldZCpseCLok Sabha speaker Om Birla hoists national flag in New DelhiLok Sabha Speaker Om Birla hoists the National Flag on Independence Day, says, “We attained Independence after a long struggle, now we are working towards becoming a 'New India' as we celebrate 'Azadi ka Amrit Mahotsav' this year.”BJP chief JP Nadda hoists national flag in DelhiDelhi: BJP national president JP Nadda hoists the national flag at party headquarters.#IndependenceDay2021 pic.twitter.com/uIGEOixDxlI wish all citizens of the country on behalf of my party. I pray to the Almighty for the happiness of the society, that there be happiness everywhere in the country and the world, and India leaps forward towards development: BJP national president JP NaddaChhattisgarh CM announces 4 new districts, 29 new tehsilsAt the public address on Independence Day, Chhattisgarh chief minister Bhupesh Baghel announced four new districts - Mohla Manpur, Sarangarh-Bilaigarh, Shakti, Manendragarh, and 29 new tehsils in the state.Tripura chief minister Biplab Kumar Deb hoists national flag to mark Independence DayTripura Chief Minister Biplab Kumar Deb hoists the national flag to mark #IndependenceDay pic.twitter.com/MaaDVnW2G7Watch: How PM Modi honoured Olympians at Red Fort on 75th Independence Day festPrime Minister Narendra Modi lauded India’s athletes who took part in the Tokyo Olympics. “The athletes who have made us proud at Tokyo Olympics are here amongst us today. I urge the nation to applaud their achievement today. They have not only won our hearts but also inspired future generations,” PM Modi said.Maharashtra CM Uddhav Thackeray hoists national flag at the state Secretariat in MumbaiMaharashtra CM Uddhav Thackeray hoists the National Flag at the state Secretariat in Mumbai pic.twitter.com/ZOONjWyIzcChhattisgarh CM hoists national flag at police parade ground in Raipur Chhattisgarh Chief Minister Bhupesh Baghel hoists the National Flag at Police Parade Ground in Raipur, extends his wishes on 75 years of India's Independence. pic.twitter.com/qKjrAIHtEuNavy warships commence Independence Day celebrationsMission Deployed warships of the Indian Navy in the far East, INS Ranvijay & INS Kora mark the commencement of the celebrations of 75th Independence Day pic.twitter.com/JMBPWPhM9mMission Deployed warships of the Indian Navy in the far East, INS Ranvijay & INS Kora mark the commencement of the celebrations of 75th Independence DayPrime Minister Narendra Modi greets Olympic athletesDelhi: Prime Minister Narendra Modi greets the Indian contingent that participated in #TokyoOlympics and NCC cadets, who participated in #IndependenceDay2021 celebrations at the Red Fort. pic.twitter.com/cCE4e5PQjEPrime Minister Narendra Modi greeted Olympic athletes after concluding his Independence Day speech at the Red Fort in New Delhi. This was India's best showing at the multi-sports event yet, with seven medals including a gold from javelin thrower Neeraj Chopra.PM Modi concludes Independence Speech at Red Fort, says ‘now is the time for change’Delhi | Prime Minister Narendra Modi concludes his address to the nation on the 75th Independence Day at Red Fort pic.twitter.com/J7yX7x8DvtPrime Minister Narendra Modi concluded his 15th August speech at Red Fort in New Delhi. He said, “Our youth is the 'Can Do' Generation, and they can achieve everything they set their mind to.”“Our actions today will determine our future. Our today will set the theme of our 100 years of India's Independence,” he said.'Won't leave any stone unturned to strengthen the country's armed forces': PMIndia is not only dealing with terrorism but also expansionism. I want to assure our citizens that we will leave no stone unturned in supporting our armed forces: PMPM Modi announces National Hydrogen Mission in view of climate changeToday, I am announcing the National Hydrogen Mission in view of climate change. We have to make India a hub for production and export of Green Hydrogen: Prime Minister Narendra Modi pic.twitter.com/jWcaSdEW3GGreen Hydrogen is the future of the world. Today, I announce the setting up of the National Hydrogen Mission with the aim of becoming the new global hub of Green Hydrogen, and also its largest exporter: PMIndia is the only nation that is on the path to meeting its climate goals: ModiIndia is the only nation that is on the path to meeting its climate goals. It is not energy independent. It spends over Rs. 12 lakh crore on importing energy. As we celebrate 75 years of Independence, we have to ensure that India becomes #aatmanirbhar in energy production too. The world believes in India's leadership in environmental issues and International Solar Alliance is an example of that: PM Modi‘Every Sainik school in India will now be open to women’: PM ModiIn a move towards strengthening Beti Bachao Beti Padhao initiative, our daughters will now be able to study in Sainik schools too. Today, be it education or Olympics our daughters are performing tremendously. We have to ensure that they get equal opportunities and they feel safe and respected: PM ModiNEP to focus on teaching in regional languages: PM ModiNational Education Policy will also focus on encouraging teaching in regional languages. When students will learn their lessons in a language that is close to their hearts, it will surely give them new founded confidence: PM‘People-centric approach’ in bureaucracy: PM ModiTo introduce people-centric approach in Bureaucracy, we have started Mission Karmayogi & Capacity Building programme: PM ModiIndia writing new chapter in governance: PM ModiWe have to stop the over-involvement of government in the form of complex policies. Today, we have destroyed over 15,000 unnecessary compliances. Political will is required to bring in big changes, big reforms. Today, the world can see that there is no dearth of political will in India. Good and smart governance is needed to bring reforms. The world is a witness to how India is writing a new chapter of governance: PM ModiWe will launch ₹100 lakh crore PM Gati Shakti Plan soon: ModiIn the coming days, we will launch PM Gati Shakti Plan, a 100 lakh crore national infrastructure master plan which will make a foundation for holistic infrastructure and give an integrated pathway to our economy: PM Modi at Red FortIndia must focus on manufacturing and export: PM ModiTo further increase our developmental progress, we have to focus on our manufacturing and export. I call upon manufacturers and say that each and every one of your product is India's ‘brand ambassador’: PMOver 75,000 Health & Wellness Centres have been built at block level: PM ModiUnder the Jan Ausadhi Yojana, the poor and needy are now getting affordable medicines. Over 75,000 Health & Wellness Centres have been built and we are working on a network of hospitals at the block level: PM75 weeks of ‘Amrit Mahotsav'We have pledged to celebrate 75 weeks of ‘Amrit Mahotsav’, starting 12 March 2021, till 15 August 2023. Indian Railways is also being transformed rapidly as the nation progresses towards ‘Azadi ka Amrit Mahotsav’. The country has resolved that 75 Vande Bharat trains will be connecting every corner of the country in 75 weeks of Amrit Mahotsav of Independence: PM ModiDrones helping rural citizens map their land: PM ModiSVAMITVA Yojna is transforming the lives in rural India. Drone is helping our rural citizens map their land and apply for various schemes/loans online: PMPM Modi calls for welfare of ‘small farmers’, says they must become India's prideWe have to deal with the fact that our farmers now have less land to cultivate on. More than 80% of our farmers have less than 2 hectares of land. We have to focus on helping our small farmers. We have to give maximum benefits of the government's schemes to them; be it through DBT or Krishi Rail: PM Modi“The government is now focusing on thewelfare of small farmers,” he said. “10 Crore farmer families have directly received over ₹1.5 lakh crore in their bank accounts.”We have awakened the aspirations of districts left behind earlier: PM ModiPriority is being given to schemes related to education, health, nutrition, roads, employment, in over 110 aspirational districts of the country. Many of these districts are in tribal areas: PM ModiIndia to launch e-commerce platform to connect village artisans with the world: PM ModiThe government will be launching an e-commerce platform to connect village artisans with the world, said PM Modi. “We are witnessing a new phase in the developmental journey of our villages. It not only has electricity and water but also nurturing digital entrepreneurs,” he said.Development should be inclusive: PM ModiDevelopment should be inclusive. The Northeast region, the Himalayan region including Jammu and Kashmir, Ladakh, the coastal belt, and tribal regions will make a foundation for India's development in the future. Ladakh is witnessing a new transformative phase where the government is focusing on building world-class infrastructure. PM calls for bringing out the potential in northeast IndiaWe have to bring out the potential of our North East and give them equal opportunities in this developmental journey of our nation: PM ModiRice available through every scheme will be fortified by 2024: PM ModiBe it rice available at ration shop, rice available in mid-day meal, rice available through every scheme will be fortified by the year 2024: PMOBC bill will provide reservation to the backward classes of our country: PMIt is essential to fully utilise the capabilities of India to take it to new heights, in the 21st century. For this, we have to hold hands of the section that is lagging behind, the area that is lagging behind. To take India to newer heights, our government has passed the OBC bill. It will provide reservation to the backward classes of our country: PMPM Modi pitches for ‘100 per cent’ IndiaNow, we have to move even further. 100% villages should have roads, 100% households should have a bank account, 100% beneficiaries should have Ayushman Bharat card, 100% eligible persons should have gas connection under Ujjwala scheme: PM ModiToday marks a milestone in India's development journey: PM ModiA time comes in the development journey of every country when that nation defines itself from a new end, when it takes itself forward with new resolutions. Today, that time has come in India's development journey: PM Narendra Modi‘Minimum government, maximum governance’, says PM ModiOur goal is to develop a nation where we not only have the world-class infrastructure but also move ahead with the mantra of ‘Minimum government, maximum governance’. In this Bharat ki Vikas Yatra, we don't have to limit our celebrations to Amrit Mahotsav but ensure that we meet our goals when we celebrate 100 years of India's Independence: PM ModiPM lauds India's Covid-19 effortsIndians have fought this battle (Covid-19) with a lot of patience. We had many challenges but we worked with extraordinary pace in every area. It's a result of strength of our industrialists & scientists, that today India doesn't need to depend on any other nation for vaccinesOn Covid-19, PM says 'unbearable pain will remain with us'After all our efforts we also lost many in this fight against Covid-19. This unbearable pain will always remain with us: PMPartition's pains can never be forgottenPartition’s pains can never be forgotten. Yesterday we took an emotional decision of marking 14th August as ‘Partition Horrors Remembrance Day’: PM ModiPM Modi begins his address, recalls freedom fightersI convey my greetings on this special occasion of Independence Day. This is a day to remember our great freedom fighters: PM Modi at Red FortPM Modi hoists national flag from Red FortPrime Minister Narendra Modi hoists the National Flag from the ramparts of Red Fort to celebrate the 75th Independence Day pic.twitter.com/0c3tZ6HQ3XPM Modi at Red Fort, inspects guard of honourThe Prime Minister arrived at the Red Fort in New Delhi and inspected the guard of honour organised by the armed forces.PM Modi's motorcade arrives at Red FortPrime Minister Narendra Modi's motorcade arrived at the historic Red Fort in New Delhi.  PM Modi pays tribute to Mahatma Gandhi at Rajghat, making his way to Red Fort for flag hoistingDelhi | PM Narendra Modi pays tribute to Mahatma Gandhi at Rajghat on the 75th Independence Day(Photo source: DD News) pic.twitter.com/n9sybFSV1fPrime Minister Narendra Modi paid his tribute to Mahatma Gandhi, the Father of the Nation, at Rajghat on 75th Independence Day. He is making his way to the Red Fort for the national flag hosting in a matter of minutes. The live telecast can be watched here.This is PM Modi's 8th speech from the Red Fort: Every I-Day address from 2014-2020 was longer than one hourOn the occasion of Independence Day last year, Prime Minister Modi addressed the nation for 86 minutes. It was his third-longest speech. He spoke for 93 minutes in 2019 and In 2016, the Prime Minister addressed the nation for 96 minutes, his longest speech ever.Prime Minister Modi has spoken for a total of 9 hours and 24 minutes from the Red Fort in his seven years from 2014 to 2020.Rajnath Singh hoists national flag at his Delhi residenceDefence Minister Rajnath Singh hoists the national flag on the 75th #IndependenceDay at his residence in Delhi pic.twitter.com/Uql4S1r3gDOn the occasion of 75th Independence Day 2021, Union defence minister Rajnath Singh hoisted the national flag from residence in New Delhi Independence Day programme begins at Red Fort, National Flag Guard arrivesThe National Flag Guard, with five officers and 130 men from the Indian Army, the Navy, the Air Force, and also the Delhi Police, has arrived.Mi-17 choppers, Neeraj Chopra to be highlight of I-Day celebrationsIndian Air Force (IAF) helicopters are set to make an appearance at the Independence Day celebrations on Sunday after a gap of 24 years. Two Mi-17 V5 helicopters will shower petals on the venue as Prime Minister Narendra Modi hoists the national flag. Read MoreUS greets India on 75th Independence DayExtending wishes on the occasion of India's Independence Day, US President Joe Biden said that New Delhi and Washington must show the world that the "two great and diverse democracies" can deliver for people everywhere.In a statement, Biden said: "I wish all those celebrating today, in India, in the United States, and throughout the world, a safe and happy Indian Independence Day". Read More75th Independence Day 2021: Watch live telecast of PM Modi's August 15 speechIndia is celebrating ‘Azadi ka Amrit Mahotsav’ on Sunday, a day that marks the 75th Independence Day 2021 for the country from nearly two centuries of British colonial rule. Prime Minister Narendra Modi will be addressing the nation from the historic Red Fort in New Delhi. The event begins at 6:30am.Here's how to watch the live telecast of Prime Minister Narendra Modi's Red Fort speech on 15th August.Prime Minister Narendra Modi greets India on Independence DayGreetings to you all on Independence Day. आप सभी को 75वें स्वतंत्रता दिवस की बहुत-बहुत बधाई। आजादी के अमृत महोत्सव का यह वर्ष देशवासियों में नई ऊर्जा और नवचेतना का संचार करे। जय हिंद! #IndiaIndependenceDayPrime Minister Narendra Modi said: “Wishing you all a very happy 75th Independence Day! May this year of 'Azadi ka Amrit Mahotsav' bring new energy and consciousness among the citizens of the country.” Read MoreIndia felt proud because of me, it's a good feeling: Olympic gold medallist Neeraj ChopraNeeraj Chopra, India's gold-winner at the Olympics, says: “Earlier, we used to watch it (the flag hoisting ceremony) on TV, and now we are personally going there. It is a new experience. We hadn't won a gold medal in individual sports for so long. I felt good that the country felt proud because of me.”Olympic athletes leave for flag hoisting event at Red FortDelhi | Indian Olympic athletes leave from Ashoka Hotel for the national flag hoisting ceremony at Red Fort on India's 75th #IndependenceDay pic.twitter.com/skfNwWtB54

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15-08-2021

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