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August 15, 2025 8:04 AM

PM Modi opts for saffron turban with tri-coloured stole on 79th Independence Day

Prime Minister Narendra Modi, known for his distinctive style, has captivated attention not only for his political prowess but also for his sartorial choices. PM Modi's choice of headwear for India's 79th Independence Day celebrations at the Red Fort on Friday exemplifies his affinity for highlighting the country's rich cultural diversity and unity. Prime Minister Narendra Modi hoisted the tricolour at the Red Fort, wearing a saffron colour 'pagdi' with a tri-colour stole. He paired the headge...

August 15, 2025 7:53 AM

PM Modi hoists Tricolour at Red Fort to mark 79th Independence Day

Prime Minister Narendra Modi hoisted the Tricolour at Red Fort on Friday, as the nation marked the celebration of the 79th Independence Day. Flying Officer Rashika Sharma assisted the Prime Minister in hoisting the flag, after which flower petals were showered from two Mi-17 helicopters of the Indian Air Force - one carrying the national flag and the other 'Operation Sindoor' flag. Wing Commander Vinay Poonia and Wing Commander Aditya Jaiswal piloted the aircraft. PM Modi was received at the R...

August 15, 2025 7:35 AM

PM Modi pays tribute to Mahatma Gandhi at Rajghat on 79th Independence Day

Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Friday visited Rajghat in the national capital and paid tribute to Mahatma Gandhi as the country marked its 79th Independence Day. This year's Independence Day theme is 'Naya Bharat,' reflecting the government's vision of achieving 'Viksit Bharat' by 2047. From Rajghat, PM Modi will reach Red Fort and hoist the tricolour and deliver his customary address to the nation - his 12th consecutive Independence Day speech. Upon his arrival at the Red Fort, the Prime Mi...

August 15, 2025 7:29 AM

PM Modi, Amit Shah, Rajnath Singh extend greetings on 79th Independence Day

Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Friday extended greetings to the people on the country's 79th Independence Day. In a post on X, PM Modi said: "Wishing everyone a very happy Independence Day. May this day inspire us to keep working even harder to realise the dreams of our freedom fighters and build a Viksit Bharat. Jai Hind!" Union Home Minister Amit Shah also wished countrymen on the 79th Independence Day and urged all the citizens of the country to contribute towards building a developed, sel...

August 15, 2025 7:12 AM

PM Modi to lead 79th Independence Day celebrations with theme of ‘Naya Bharat’ at Red Fort today

The country will celebrate the 79th Independence Day on Friday with Prime Minister Narendra Modi leading the celebrations from the iconic Red Fort in Delhi. The Prime Minister will hoist the National Flag and address the nation from the ramparts of the iconic monument. As the nation is making giant strides towards realising the government's vision of Viksit Bharat by 2047, the theme of this year's celebrations is "Naya Bharat". The celebrations will serve as a platform to commemorate the cont...

August 13, 2025 8:49 PM

PM Modi to lead 79th Independence Day celebrations at Red Fort, showcasing Naya Bharat

Prime Minister Narendra Modi will lead the nation in celebrating India’s 79th Independence Day on August 15, from the iconic Red Fort in Delhi. He will unfurl the National Flag and deliver an address from the ramparts, marking a grand spectacle themed ‘Naya Bharat’ to reflect India’s progress towards a prosperous, secure, and bold future in line with the vision of Viksit Bharat by 2047. Upon arriving at the Red Fort, the Prime Minister will be welcomed by Defence Minister Rajnath Singh,...

September 16, 2024 4:03 PM

PM Modi calls for revival of Nalanda’s spirit to position India as global education hub

Prime Minister Narendra Modi, in his Independence Day address from the Red Fort, emphasized the need to revive the ancient spirit of Nalanda University, aiming to reestablish India as a global center for higher learning and research. Highlighting the significance of education under India’s new education policy, PM Modi expressed his vision to develop institutions that attract students from around the world, thereby transforming India into an international hub for education. "We have recently...

September 16, 2024 4:16 PM

“24×7 for 2047; not afraid of challenges because I live for my country, countrymen”: PM Modi

Prime Minister Narendra Modi, in his 11th Independence Day address from the Red Fort, reaffirmed his commitment to accelerate India's development, calling for a "24x7 for 2047" effort to achieve the vision of a Viksit Bharat. Addressing the nation, PM Modi emphasized his goal of making India the third-largest economy during his third term. "This is India's golden era. 2047 is awaiting our Viksit Bharat," he said. "I had said earlier too that in my third term, the country would become the third-...

September 16, 2024 4:16 PM

Punish without delay perpetrators of crimes against women: PM Modi

In his 11th Independence Day address from the Red Fort, Prime Minister Narendra Modi emphasized the urgent need to address crimes against women and called for speedy investigations and strict punishments for perpetrators. Amid nationwide protests over the recent rape and murder of a trainee doctor in Kolkata, PM said "I would like to express my pain once again, from the Red Fort today. As a society, we will have to think seriously about the atrocities against women that are happening - there is...

September 16, 2024 4:16 PM

PM Modi bats for reforms in farm sector, says “India can become organic food basket of world”

Prime Minister Narendra Modi called for major reforms in the agricultural sector and emphasized efforts to improve the lives of farmers across India. Speaking on the occasion of the 78th Independence Day, PM praised farmers for embracing organic farming and expressed his vision for India to become the world's organic food basket. "We need to reform the farm sector. Today we are giving easy loans, tech, and valuation of produce," the Prime Minister said, highlighting the government's initiatives...