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Abrogating Article 370 is an important step in fulfilling Sardar Vallabhbhai Patels dream for a united India, Modi added. (Photo: ANI)

'If Article 370 so essential, then why did it remain temporary?': PM...

PM Modi did not shy away from denouncing the political opposition to Article 370.

15 Aug 2019 10:12 AM IST

It was created by Shaivalini Kumar which depicted traditional motifs from Indian textiles evoking the complex yet harmonious patchwork of Indian culture, ranging from education, to the arts, to courage and compassion. (Photo: Screengrab)

Google wishes India 73 years of Independence with historic doodle

The tricolour would be hoisted on Thursday across the country with the national anthem being played.

15 Aug 2019 10:00 AM IST

He talked about a host of issues, ranging from his governments landmark decision on Jammu and Kashmir to the flood-hit parts of the country. (Photo: ANI)

Here are PM Modi's top quotes from his Independence Day address

Modi unfurled the National Flag and delivered the customary address to the nation from the Red Fort at 7:30 am.

15 Aug 2019 9:53 AM IST

The Baloch people say that they got independence from the British on August 11, 1947. (Photo:ANI)

'We need India's support to free Balochistan from Pak,' say...

Balochistan, the most volatile province in the southwestern borders of Pakistan has been struggling since 1948 against...

15 Aug 2019 9:45 AM IST

Modi sported a yellow-coloured turban with a dash of green and red along with a long trail that extended till his ankle as he addressed the nation from the ramparts of historic Red Fort on 73rd Independence Day. (Photo: ANI | Twitter)

PM Modi continues turban tradition for first I-Day address of Modi 2.0

As the Prime Minister yet again aces the Independence Day look, let's have a look at his previous outings with the...

15 Aug 2019 9:37 AM IST

Secretary of State Mike Pompeo, left, shakes hands with Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi, during their meeting at the Prime Ministers Residence. (Photo: AP)

US wishes its friend India on 73rd Independence Day

Pompeo, who visited India in June, said that India and the United States are 'great democracies', 'global powers' and...

15 Aug 2019 9:29 AM IST

The Prime Minister said the CDS would ensure synergy among the three services and provide effective leadership to them. (Photo: ANI | Twitter)

'India will have a Chief of Defence Staff,' says PM Modi in I-Day...

Modi made the key announcement in his address to the nation from the ramparts of the Red Fort on the occasion of 73rd...

15 Aug 2019 9:27 AM IST

Chief minister and Trinamul Congress chief Mamata Banerjee greets supporters on Martyrs Day programme at Esplanade on Sunday. (Photo: Asian Age)

Don't have to learn from others how to be patriotic: Mamata to Centre

Banerjee said that Independence for her means 'to allow the people to speak'.

15 Aug 2019 8:54 AM IST

It is the BJP government that has built Ambedkar jis memorial in five years, Amit Shah said. (Image: ANI twitter)

Amit Shah to address first public meeting in Jind after abrogation of...

His rally is being considered as BJP's launch of the election campaign for the upcoming Assembly polls.

15 Aug 2019 8:47 AM IST

He said further relaxations in prohibitory orders have been given in a large number of areas, including Srinagar. (Photo: PTI)

I-Day in mind, restrictions to continue for some time in Kashmir, say...

The main Independence Day function would be held at SK Stadium here with Governor Satya Pal Malik hoisting the national...

15 Aug 2019 8:19 AM IST

Prime Minister Narendra Modi paid homage to Mahatma Gandhi at the Rajghat on the occasion of Independence Day on Thursday, prior to the flag hoisting at the Red Fort. (Photo: Twitter/ ANI)

PM Modi pays homage to Mahatma Gandhi at Rajghat on I-Day

He headed to the venue of Independence Day function at Red Fort to hoist the tricolour and address the nation, after...

15 Aug 2019 8:09 AM IST

(Photo: ANI | Twitter)

One nation, one Constitution spirit has become a reality: PM in I-Day...

He said if 2014-19 was an era to fulfil people's needs, the time since 2019 is about meeting aspirations and dreams.

15 Aug 2019 7:53 AM IST