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

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...

India Post makes history with first-ever drone delivery of Tiranga in Himachal Pradesh

August 15, 2026 1:37 AM

India Post makes history with first-ever drone delivery of Tiranga in Himachal Pradesh

In a first-of-its-kind initiative, India Post on Friday delivered the National Flag, Tiranga, by drone from Mandi Head Post Office to Rehardhar Branch Post Office in Himachal Pradesh on the eve of Independence Day. Union Minister for Communications and Development of North Eastern Region Jyotiraditya M. Scindia virtually inaugurated the drone delivery and witnessed the live take-off from the Mandi Head Post Office. He also interacted with postal officials and the drone operator during the opera...

PM Modi urges people to join Har Ghar Tiranga movement, hoist Tricolour at homes

August 9, 2026 6:52 PM

PM Modi urges people to join Har Ghar Tiranga movement, hoist Tricolour at homes

Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Sunday urged citizens to participate enthusiastically in the Har Ghar Tiranga movement and renew their collective resolve to contribute towards building a Viksit Bharat. Sharing Ministry of Culture's post on X, PM Modi said, “Our Tricolour is our pride and a constant source of inspiration to always give our best for the nation. Let us participate enthusiastically in the Har Ghar Tiranga movement and renew our collective resolve to contribute towards building a ...

WB govt to mark its ‘Har Ghar Tiranga’ debut by distributing 70 lakh National Flags

August 7, 2026 10:52 AM

WB govt to mark its ‘Har Ghar Tiranga’ debut by distributing 70 lakh National Flags

West Bengal Chief Minister Suvendu Adhikari on Thursday announced that the state government will participate in the ‘Har Ghar Tiranga’ campaign for the first time, with 70 lakh national flags to be distributed across the state. He said that the government intends to hold a massive patriotic demonstration in the heart of Kolkata. “The government has issued a circular outlining the measures to be taken based on guidelines received from the Central Government. This program will be implement...

Har Ghar Tiranga 2026 Campaign to be held from August 9 to 17; dedicated to 150 years of ‘Vande Mataram’

August 6, 2026 10:57 PM

Har Ghar Tiranga 2026 Campaign to be held from August 9 to 17; dedicated to 150 years of ‘Vande Mataram’

Union Minister for Culture and Tourism Gajendra Singh Shekhawat on Thursday launched the nationwide Har Ghar Tiranga 2026 campaign, which will be observed across the country from August 9 to 17 to encourage citizens to hoist the National Flag and participate in activities celebrating patriotism, national unity and India's cultural heritage. The campaign, launched in New Delhi, marks the fifth year of the Har Ghar Tiranga initiative, which began in 2022 as part of the Azadi Ka Amrit Mahotsav cel...

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

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...

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

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...

J&K: Rajouri hosts Tiranga Rally featuring 2-kilometre-long National Flag

August 14, 2025 4:21 PM

J&K: Rajouri hosts Tiranga Rally featuring 2-kilometre-long National Flag

Ahead of 79th Independence Day, Rajouri district in Jammu and Kashmir hosted a Tiranga Rally on Thursday featuring a 2-kilometre-long national flag. The event drew massive public participation and police personnel were deployed along the route to ensure tight security. On Wednesday, the Bhaderwah valley witnessed Tiranga Rally, organised by the Jammu and Kashmir Police. Led by SDPO Bhaderwah Shoket Ali, the rally saw police officials, students, and locals march together while carrying a 100-met...