Independence Day 2026

August 15, 2026 7:40 PM

PM Modi thanks world leaders for greetings on India’s 80th Independence Day

Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Saturday expressed his gratitude to world leaders for their warm greetings on India’s 80th Independence Day, acknowledging congratulatory messages from leaders and public figures across the world. Responding to Bhutanese Prime Minister Tshering Tobgay on X, PM Modi said, “Thank you Prime Minister Tshering Tobgay for your warm wishes. We deeply cherish our special and enduring partnership with Bhutan, which continues to go from strength to strength.” The Pr...

August 15, 2026 7:56 PM

India’s social security coverage rises from 25 crore to 100 crore in a decade: PM Modi

Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Saturday highlighted the massive expansion of India’s social security coverage over the past decade, saying the number of beneficiaries has increased from around 25 crore before 2014 to 100 crore within a decade. Addressing the nation from the ramparts of the Red Fort on the occasion of India’s 80th Independence Day, PM Modi said the goal of building a developed India would be achieved only when the benefits of development reach the last person. “Before 20...

August 15, 2026 7:54 PM

PM Modi announces nationwide sports talent hunt for children aged 5-15, eyes 2036 Olympics

Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Saturday announced a nationwide sports talent identification campaign for children aged between five and 15 years, as part of India’s preparations for a potential bid to host the 2036 Olympic Games. Addressing the nation from the ramparts of the Red Fort on the occasion of India’s 80th Independence Day, PM Modi said India’s performance in international sports was steadily improving and the country was moving forward as a strong contender to host the 2036 Ol...

August 15, 2026 6:59 PM

PM Modi shares Vice President Radhakrishnan’s article recalling freedom fighters, calls for Viksit Bharat by 2047

Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Saturday shared an article by Vice President C. P. Radhakrishnan on the occasion of India’s 80th Independence Day, highlighting the sacrifices of freedom fighters and calling upon citizens to dedicate themselves to building a Viksit Bharat by 2047. Sharing the article on X, PM Modi said, “As India celebrates its 80th Independence Day, Honourable Vice-President of India Thiru CP Radhakrishnan recalls his visit to the Andaman and Nicobar Islands, remembering th...

August 15, 2026 8:13 PM

PM Modi’s Independence Day address: Key highlights

Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Saturday laid out an ambitious roadmap for building a “Viksit Bharat” by 2047, calling for greater self-reliance in manufacturing, defence, technology, energy, agriculture and other strategic sectors while announcing several new initiatives for the country’s youth. Addressing the nation from the ramparts of the Red Fort on the occasion of India’s 80th Independence Day, PM Modi said the goal of transforming India into a developed nation would have to be ac...

August 15, 2026 6:14 PM

India@80: Embassy of India in Azerbaijan Celebrates 80th Independence Day with Patriotic Fervour

The Embassy of India in Azerbaijan celebrated the 80th Independence Day of India today with great enthusiasm and patriotic fervour, with enthusiastic participation of members of the Indian diaspora and Azerbaijani citizens. The celebrations commenced with the soulful rendition of India’s National Song, “Vande Mataram,” followed by the hoisting of the National Flag by Abhay Kumar, Ambassador of India to Azerbaijan. The gathering then joined in singing the National Anthem of India, “Jana ...

August 15, 2026 5:45 PM

Delhi will play greater role in India’s journey towards Viksit Bharat: CM Rekha Gupta

Delhi Chief Minister Rekha Gupta on Saturday said the national capital would play a greater role in India’s journey towards becoming a developed nation, asserting that the city’s progress was closely linked to the country’s pride and prestige. CM Gupta hoisted the Tricolour at the state-level Independence Day celebrations at Chhatrasal Stadium and paid tribute to the freedom fighters whose sacrifices laid the foundation of an independent India. Addressing the gathering, the Chief Ministe...

August 15, 2026 5:05 PM

World leaders hail India’s remarkable journey, expanding global role on 80th Independence Day

Leaders from across the world, including Russian President Vladimir Putin, French President Emmanuel Macron, US Secretary of State Marco Rubio, Australian Prime Minister Anthony Albanese and Maldivian President Mohamed Muizzu, extended greetings to India and Prime Minister Narendra Modi on the country's 80th Independence Day on Saturday, lauding its remarkable journey since independence and its growing role on the global stage. The messages from heads of state, governments and foreign missions ...

August 15, 2026 3:50 PM

‘Raksha Shakti’ crucial to Viksit Bharat, India must become global supplier of next-gen defence technology: PM Modi

Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Friday called for strengthening India’s defence capabilities and achieving self-reliance in defence technology, asserting that ‘Raksha Shakti’ would be a key pillar in the country’s journey towards becoming a Viksit Bharat by 2047. Addressing the nation from the ramparts of the Red Fort on the occasion of the 80th Independence Day, PM Modi said India could no longer remain dependent on other countries for defence requirements and must develop indigenous c...

August 15, 2026 7:31 PM

SURYAPATH TIRANGA Global Relay carries India’s Tricolour across the world on Independence Day

The SURYAPATH TIRANGA Global Relay has brought a unique global dimension to India’s 80th Independence Day celebrations, with the national flag being hoisted successively at Indian Missions and Posts across time zones, following the path of the rising sun. Launched at 1:30 AM IST in Suva, Fiji, the relay began its westward journey across continents. The Tiranga was subsequently hoisted in New Zealand, Australia, Japan, the Republic of Korea, China, Indonesia, Vietnam, Singapore, Malaysia, Thai...