80th Independence Day

August 15, 2026 12:30 PM

PM Modi announces free online coaching for competitive exams

Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Saturday announced free online coaching for various competitive examinations, saying the initiative would help ease the financial burden on poor and middle-class families. Addressing the nation from the ramparts of the Red Fort on India's 80th Independence Day, PM Modi said the cost of coaching classes had become a burden for many families. "Coaching classes burden the poor and the middle class. We will provide free online coaching for various exams," th...

August 15, 2026 12:02 PM

Indian pharma firms should aim to be among world’s top five: PM Modi

Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Saturday called on Indian companies to set ambitious global targets, urging the country's pharmaceutical firms to strive to become part of the world's top five. Addressing the nation from the ramparts of the Red Fort on India's 80th Independence Day, PM Modi said India's economic growth should be accompanied by the emergence of globally competitive companies with a stronger international presence. He also called for India to aim to have 50 companies feature on t...

August 15, 2026 11:07 AM

Nepal, Maldives, Latvia, Australia, Ireland extend Independence Day greetings to India

Nepal Prime Minister Balendra 'Balen' Shah, leaders and institutions from across the world extended greetings to India on its 80th Independence Day on Saturday, highlighting the country's deep-rooted ties and growing partnerships with the international community. The Office of the Prime Minister of Nepal, in a statement attributed to Balen Shah, extended heartfelt greetings and best wishes to Prime Minister Narendra Modi, the Government of India and the people of India on the occasion. ...

August 15, 2026 11:25 AM

PM Modi interacts with schoolchildren after Independence Day address at Red Fort

Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Saturday interacted with schoolchildren at the Red Fort after delivering his address to the nation on the occasion of India's 80th Independence Day. As soon as the Prime Minister concluded his speech, a group of schoolchildren dressed in white, green and saffron approached him. PM Modi stopped to interact with them and shook hands with several children, marking a warm conclusion to the Independence Day ceremony. Earlier, PM Modi led the national Independence Day...

August 15, 2026 10:45 AM

Singapore, Israel greet India on 80th Independence Day, highlight enduring partnerships

Singapore President Tharman Shanmugaratnam and Israeli President Isaac Herzog extended warm greetings to President Droupadi Murmu, Prime Minister Narendra Modi and the people of India on the occasion of the country’s 80th Independence Day on Saturday, highlighting their nations’ strong and enduring partnerships with India. In a letter to President Droupadi Murmu, Singapore President Tharman congratulated India on the “joyous occasion” and underscored the robust and forward-looking C...

August 15, 2026 10:23 AM

PM Modi unveils ‘Shakti Ki Saptadhara’, outlines seven pillars of India’s growth

Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Saturday unveiled ‘Shakti Ki Saptadhara’, outlining seven key strengths that he said will drive India’s next phase of growth and shape the country’s journey towards Viksit Bharat. Addressing the nation from the ramparts of the Red Fort on the occasion of India’s 80th Independence Day, PM Modi said the seven pillars would provide the foundation for India’s future development. The first pillar, he said, is manufacturing, calling for India to em...

August 15, 2026 9:34 AM

Govt to provide AI skill training to 1 crore youth in next year: PM Modi

Govt to provide AI skill training to 1 crore youth in next year: PM Modi Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Saturday announced that the government will work to provide Artificial Intelligence (AI) skill training to one crore youth over the next year, with the aim of equipping them to lead globally in the field of AI. Addressing the nation from the ramparts of the Red Fort on India's 80th Independence Day, PM Modi emphasised the role of the country's youth in achieving the vision of Viksit Bharat....

August 15, 2026 9:30 AM

PM Modi urges parties to ensure 33% representation for women in Lok Sabha, Assemblies

Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Saturday urged all political parties to work towards ensuring 33 per cent representation for women in State Legislative Assemblies and the Lok Sabha, saying women's leadership is essential for shaping the country's policies. Addressing the nation from the ramparts of the Red Fort on the occasion of India's 80th Independence Day, PM Modi highlighted the contributions of women representatives in Panchayats, Municipalities and Municipal Corporations. He sai...

August 15, 2026 9:20 AM

India’s 80th I-Day marked with celebrations, diplomatic gestures across the world

India's 80th Independence Day was celebrated across the world on Saturday, with Indian missions, the diaspora and partner countries organising flag-hoisting ceremonies, cultural events and diplomatic gestures to mark the occasion. From flag-hoisting ceremonies across Asia to landmarks illuminated in the colours of the Indian Tricolour in South America, Indian missions and communities joined the celebrations. The Embassy of India in the US extended greetings on the occasion and highlighted Indi...

August 15, 2026 9:07 AM

India aims to operationalise five new nuclear reactors this decade: PM Modi

Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Saturday said India aims to operationalise five new nuclear reactors during this decade as part of efforts to strengthen the country's energy security and achieve a nuclear power capacity of 100 GW. Addressing the nation from the ramparts of the Red Fort on the occasion of the 80th Independence Day, PM Modi said the SHANTI Act had created a framework to advance India's nuclear energy ambitions. "Energy security is the demand of the time. With the SHANTI Act pass...