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Prime Minister Narendra Modi addresses the nation during Independence Day 2017 at the Red Fort in New Delhi.

Modi says corrupt, black money hoarders will not be spared

Also, nepotism and partisan politics have been eliminated and strict action is being taken against bribery.

15 Aug 2018 11:23 AM IST

If you are planning to go and eat out, or just do something different this year, here are some places you can head out to.

Independence Day 2018: Here's where you can dine-out today

In the spirit of Independence, many restaurants across India give discounts and plan events around the day.

15 Aug 2018 11:33 AM IST

Colourful fans handcrafted by tribal artisans offered relief to the dignitaries braving high humidity levels during the Independence Day function at the historic Red Fort. (Photo: Screengrab)

Dignitaries brave humidity with handcrafted fans during I-Day at Red...

The bamboo-made fans crafted by artisans from Mahali tribe of West Bengal, were provided to the invitees.

15 Aug 2018 11:07 AM IST

In 2016, Prime Minister Narendra Modi had spoken for 96 minutes, the longest ever Independence Day address by an Indian prime minister. (Photo: Twitter | ANi)

80 minutes this yr: PM resumes trend of long Independence Day speech

Prime Minister Narendra Modi had in 2017 spoken for 57 minutes, his shortest Independence Day speech in five years.

15 Aug 2018 9:59 AM IST

Prime Minister Narendra Modi address the nation on the 72nd Independence Day. (Photo: Twitter | ANI)

By 2022, Indian son or daughter to go in space 'carrying national...

An Indian astronaut, be it man or woman, will go on space odyssey by 2022 on board 'Gaganyaan', PM Modi said in his...

15 Aug 2018 9:42 AM IST

As India celebrates its 72 Independence Day, we look at a few books that have documented Indias struggle for freedom and have left a mark in our conscience.

Independence Day 2018: 5 books one must read on India's freedom...

From non-fictional accounts to works of fiction we list five must reads that deal with India's struggle for freedom.

15 Aug 2018 9:40 AM IST

India was considered among fragile five but today world is seeing it as destination of multi-billion dollar investment, PM Modi said. (Photo: Twitter | ANI)

'Sleeping elephant' woke up, India to lead world growth for 3 decades:...

PM Modi said, red tape has been replaced with 'red carpet', propelling India on the ease of doing business ranking.

15 Aug 2018 9:18 AM IST

Indians today across the globe are feeling proud as the country has become the sixth largest economy in the world, Prime Minister Narendra Modi said. (Photo: Twitter | @BJP4India)

In I-Day speech, Modi speaks about progress India made under his govt

Prime Minister Narendra Modi drew comparison between situation in 2013 and how things stand in last year of his govt.

15 Aug 2018 8:55 AM IST

According to Google, todays doodle, featuring some of Indias most iconic animals, was inspired by Indian truck art.

Google celebrates India's 72nd Independence day with Truck art Doodle

Google's Independence Day Doodle features two peacocks, a Bengal tiger and an Asiatic elephant.

15 Aug 2018 8:24 AM IST

Prime Minister Narendra Modi addresses nation on 72nd Independence Day. (Photo: Twitter | @BJP4India)

For better, affordable healthcare Jan Arogya Abhiyaan to launch Sept...

This is PM Modi's last Independence Day speech before the next Lok Sabha elections which are scheduled for 2019.

15 Aug 2018 8:21 AM IST

J.S. Negi, DIG, CISF

Prez Medal for 29 CISF personnel

Three personnel were awarded the fire service medal, a force spokesperson said.

15 Aug 2018 6:38 AM IST

Umar Khalid attack case handed to special cell

Incident has raised questions over security in Lutyens' Delhi.

15 Aug 2018 5:31 AM IST