Independence Day: News
01 Nov 2024
DelhiDelhi: Liquor sale banned on these days in November
The Delhi excise department has declared two dry days in November 2024, when the sale of alcohol will be prohibited.
18 Oct 2024
Box OfficeI-Day 2025: 'The Delhi Files' will clash against 'War 2'
We're gearing up for one of the biggest box office clashes of 2024 this Diwali with Bhool Bhulaiyaa 3 and Singham Again.
13 Sep 2024
DelhiIndia government developing technology to control rain, weather: Report
Indian weather scientists are planning to develop the ability to control and enhance rainfall, hail, and lightning in specific areas within the next five years.
03 Sep 2024
Akshay KumarAkshay's 'Sky Force' targets Republic Day 2025
The much-anticipated Akshay Kumar-starrer Sky Force has finally secured a release date.
27 Aug 2024
Box Office Collection'Vedaa' crashes at box office, hasn't even collected ₹20cr
John Abraham-starrer action film Vedaa, which hit theaters on Independence Day alongside Stree 2 and Khel Khel Mein, has been facing a tough time at the box office.
25 Aug 2024
Mann Ki Baat'Youngsters without political background entering politics will strengthen democracy': Modi
Prime Minister Narendra Modi, during his monthly Mann Ki Baat broadcast on Sunday, said his Independence Day call for one lakh youth without political backgrounds to join politics has received widespread response.
21 Aug 2024
ChhattisgarhWatch: 'Panchayat' pigeon scene comes alive in Chhattisgarh
A pigeon released by a senior police officer at an Independence Day event in Mungeli, Chhattisgarh, fell to the ground instead of soaring into the sky.
19 Aug 2024
Bollywood'Vedaa' box office: John Abraham-starrer falls behind on Day 4
John Abraham-starrer action thriller Vedaa has seen a significant drop in its box office collection on the fourth day of its release.
16 Aug 2024
Calcutta High Court'Provide photos proving rape-murder crime scene intact': Court to Bengal
The Calcutta High Court on Friday asked the West Bengal government to submit photos to prove that the crime scene of the recent rape and murder of a junior doctor at the RG Kar Medical College Hospital in Kolkata is still intact.
16 Aug 2024
Azad MaidanKolkata rape-murder: IMA announces 24-hour nationwide medical shutdown
The Indian Medical Association (IMA) has announced a 24-hour nationwide strike of doctors in protest against the recent rape and murder of a postgraduate trainee doctor at RG Kar Medical College and Hospital in Kolkata.
15 Aug 2024
Melbourne Cricket GroundMCG lights up with Indian flag on Independence Day
On India's Independence Day, the Melbourne Cricket Ground (MCG) digitally displayed the Indian flag on its scoreboard.
15 Aug 2024
BangladeshAt 98 minutes, Modi's 78th Independence Day speech longest ever
Prime Minister Narendra Modi delivered his longest Independence Day speech on Thursday, clocking in at 98 minutes.
15 Aug 2024
Foreign InvestmentModi presents strategic push for attracting global investments in India
On the occasion of India's 78th Independence Day, Prime Minister Narendra Modi delivered a speech from the Red Fort, highlighing that India has emerged as a preferred investment destination for global companies and investors.
15 Aug 2024
Narendra ModiExisting civil code divisive, we need secular civil code: Modi
Prime Minister Narendra Modi, in his Independence Day speech, strongly advocated for the implementation of a Uniform Civil Code (UCC) in India.
15 Aug 2024
Narendra ModiWe are making preparations to host 2036 Olympics, says Modi
Prime Minister Narendra Modi congratulated all athletes and players who participated in the recently concluded 2024 Paris Olympics on Independence Day.
15 Aug 2024
Indian Cricket TeamIndependence Day: Indian cricket team's record on August 15
The 2024 Independence Day marks India's 78th year of being free from the cruel British colonial rule.
15 Aug 2024
Narendra ModiWorking to reduce government interference in people's lives: Modi
Prime Minister Narendra Modi in his Independence Day speech said his government is "working to ensure minimum government interference" in the lives of middle-class families.
15 Aug 2024
Narendra Modi'We carry blood of 40cr people who overthrew colonialism': Modi
Prime Minister Narendra Modi addressed the nation for the 11th consecutive year on Independence Day.
14 Aug 2024
All India Radio (AIR)Independence Day: PM Modi hoists national flag for 11th time
Prime Minister Narendra Modi hoisted the national flag for the 11th consecutive year on Independence Day, August 15.
13 Aug 2024
IndiaIndependence Day: Remembering India's top 5 achievements in sports history
India has made remarkable progress in sports since gaining independence in 1947 as numerous iconic moments have galvanized the nation.
13 Aug 2024
IndiaIndependence Day: Here's how sports united Indians against colonizers
India attained freedom on August 15, 1947, putting an end to nearly 200 years of British colonial rule.
13 Aug 2024
Kapil Dev2024 Independence Day: Top 5 glorious moments in Indian cricket
India has witnessed significant growth in cricket over the past 78 years since gaining independence on August 15, 1747.
12 Aug 2024
Akshay Kumar'Vedaa' leaves Akshay's 'Khel Khel Mein' behind in advanced booking
As the Indian film industry gears up for a three-way clash this Independence Day with the release of Stree 2, Khel Khel Mein, and Vedaa, advanced bookings have revealed a clear preference among moviegoers.
12 Aug 2024
Indian Cricket TeamIndependence Day 2024: Resisting 5 of India's greatest Test victories
India will celebrate its 78th Independence Day on August 15, 2024.
12 Aug 2024
Indira GandhiModi to become 3rd PM to deliver 11 I-Day speeches
Prime Minister Narendra Modi is set to deliver his 11th consecutive Independence Day address on August 15 (Thursday).
10 Aug 2024
Abhishek Banerjee'Stree 2' advance booking: Earns ₹75L from over 20K tickets!
The highly-anticipated sequel to the 2018 hit film Stree, Stree 2, is emerging as a top contender in the fierce screen battle with other films releasing on Independence Day.
10 Aug 2024
Ambala'No more good mornings in class': Haryana government's new order
The Haryana Education Department has issued a directive to all schools in the state, instructing them to replace traditional greetings such as Good Morning and Good Evening with Jai Hind from Independence Day.
09 Aug 2024
Indira GandhiBomb shells found at MP scrap dealer's shop; IAF summoned
A bomb disposal squad and an Indian Air Force (IAF) team were called to a scrap dealer's shop in Betul, Madhya Pradesh, on Friday after 12-15 bomb shells were discovered during a routine police search.
09 Aug 2024
Akshay KumarShraddha-Rajkummar's 'Stree 2' is ready for release; gets U/A certificate
The sequel to the 2018 horror-comedy hit Stree, titled Stree 2, has been officially certified with a U/A rating by the Central Board of Film Certification (CBFC).
09 Aug 2024
Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP)Ahead of Independence Day, Modi changes profile picture to Tricolor
Ahead of Independence Day, Prime Minister Narendra Modi has reignited the Har Ghar Tiranga campaign by replacing his profile picture on social media platforms with the Indian Tricolor.
09 Aug 2024
Delhi PoliceAhead of I-Day, Delhi police arrests man linked with ISIS
Ahead of the Independence Day, the Delhi Police have arrested Rizwan Ali, a key member of an Islamic State module.
08 Aug 2024
Amar KaushikConfirmed! Varun Dhawan to make special appearance in 'Stree 2'
Varun Dhawan, who made his way into Dinesh Vijan's horror-comedy universe with 2022's Bhediya, has confirmed his special appearance in the upcoming film, Stree 2.
07 Aug 2024
Central Board of Film Certification'Vedaa' receives U/A certification after CBFC-required cuts
John Abraham and Sharvari's forthcoming film, Vedaa, has been awarded a U/A certificate by the Central Board of Film Certification (CBFC).
07 Aug 2024
Malavika Mohanan'Stree 2,' 'Thangalaan': Must-watch Indian films releasing on Independence Day
This Independence Day, film enthusiasts can expect a variety of cinematic treats as a diverse lineup of movies is set to hit the theaters.
05 Aug 2024
InstagramShraddha Kapoor unfollows 'boyfriend' Rahul Mody! Did they break up
Bollywood actor Shraddha Kapoor has sparked rumors of a potential breakup with her rumored boyfriend, Rahul Mody.
18 Jul 2024
BengaluruBengaluru: Services at 11 Indira Canteens stopped over unpaid bills
Food services at 11 Indira Canteens in Bengaluru were suspended due to unpaid bills by the city's civic body, Bruhat Bengaluru Mahanagara Palike (BBMP).
05 Jul 2024
Donald TrumpBiden calls himself 'first black woman president'; what it means
In one of his latest verbal gaffes, United States President Joe Biden said he is "proud" to be the first "black woman to serve with a black president."
18 Jun 2024
Allu Arjun'Pushpa 2' and 'Chhava' set for December box office clash
The release of Allu Arjun's much-awaited film, Pushpa 2: The Rule, has been postponed to December 6, 2024.
17 Jun 2024
Allu Arjun'Pushpa 2' release postponed, eyeing December 2024 premiere: Report
The much-awaited sequel to the 2021 blockbuster, Pushpa: The Rise, has been postponed according to a new Pinkvilla report.
07 Jun 2024
Abhishek BanerjeeJohn Abraham-Sharvari's 'Vedaa' release date shifted to Independence Day 2024
The much-anticipated film, Vedaa, featuring John Abraham and Sharvari, has had its release date postponed from July 12 to August 15, 2024.
25 Jan 2024
Republic Day75th Republic Day: Gallantry medals announced for 1,132 personnel
On the eve of the 75th Republic Day, President Droupadi Murmu announced the annual gallantry/service awards.
08 Jan 2024
Supreme Court Of IndiaBilkis Bano rapists to be re-jailed, SC rebukes Gujarat government
The Supreme Court on Monday quashed the Gujarat government's order to grant remission and premature release to 11 convicts in Bilkis Bano's 2002 gangrape case.
16 Aug 2023
Box Office Collection#BoxOfficeCollection: 'OMG 2' ends Akshay Kumar's commercial drought
Akshay Kumar needed a much-needed comeback at the box office and OMG 2 served him right!
16 Aug 2023
Box Office Collection#BoxOfficeCollection: Sunny Deol's 'Gadar 2' is unstoppable
Bollywood has woken up from its deep slumber!
15 Aug 2023
LondonUK street performer's patriotic song renditions make netizens emotional
A viral video of a musician singing heartfelt songs on the streets of London to commemorate India's 77th Independence Day has captured the attention of many on the internet.
