<p><strong>Independence Day Live Updates:&nbsp;</strong><strong>Cong slams BJP after petroleum ministry`s I-Day post featuring Savarkar<br /></strong></p>
<p>An oil ministry post featuring V D Savarkar alongside Mahatma Gandhi and other freedom fighters evoked a sharp response from the Congress, which said on Friday that the BJP makes it a point every Independence Day to "distort" history and make heroes out of "traitors". (PTI)</p>

Independence Day Live Updates:&nbsp;Cong slams BJP after petroleum ministry`s I-Day post featuring Savarkar
An oil ministry post featuring V D Savarkar alongside Mahatma Gandhi and other freedom fighters evoked a sharp response from the Congress, which said on Friday that the BJP makes it a point every Independence Day to "distort" history and make heroes out of "traitors". (PTI)

<p><strong>Independence Day Live Updates:&nbsp;</strong><strong>PM Modi thanks Maldives President Muizzu for greetings on Independence Day<br /></strong></p>
<p>Prime Minister Narendra Modi thanked Maldivian President Dr Mohamed Muizzu for his warm greetings as India celebrates its 79th Independence Day. (ANI)<br /></p>

Independence Day Live Updates:&nbsp;PM Modi thanks Maldives President Muizzu for greetings on Independence Day
Prime Minister Narendra Modi thanked Maldivian President Dr Mohamed Muizzu for his warm greetings as India celebrates its 79th Independence Day. (ANI)

<p><strong>Independence Day Live Updates: `Best chapters of India-Israel partnership still lie ahead`: Netanyahu<br /></strong></p>
<p>Israeli President Isaac Herzog and Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu on Friday extended warm wishes on India`s Independence Day, calling for strengthening the flourishing ties and emphasising that the best chapters on bilateral ties still lie ahead. (PTI)</p>

Independence Day Live Updates: `Best chapters of India-Israel partnership still lie ahead`: Netanyahu
Israeli President Isaac Herzog and Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu on Friday extended warm wishes on India`s Independence Day, calling for strengthening the flourishing ties and emphasising that the best chapters on bilateral ties still lie ahead. (PTI)

<p><strong>Independence Day Live Updates: Best visuals from Independence Day 2025 celebrations</strong></p>
<p>Across India, the 79th Independence Day was marked with colour, pride, and moments of camaraderie that transcended borders. From the grand flag hoisting at the Red Fort to cultural performances, military parades, and community events, the day reflected unity and patriotism. Citizens came together to honour the nation&rsquo;s journey and pledge towards a stronger, progressive future. <a href="https://www.mid-day.com/news/india-news/photo/in-photos-best-visuals-from-independence-day-2025-celebrations-106922/1" target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener"><strong>See Photos.</strong></a></p>

Independence Day Live Updates: Best visuals from Independence Day 2025 celebrations
Across India, the 79th Independence Day was marked with colour, pride, and moments of camaraderie that transcended borders. From the grand flag hoisting at the Red Fort to cultural performances, military parades, and community events, the day reflected unity and patriotism. Citizens came together to honour the nation&rsquo;s journey and pledge towards a stronger, progressive future. See Photos.

<p><strong>Independence Day Live Updates: Rickshaw driver celebrates Independence Day in tricolour body paint on Mumbai local<br /></strong></p>
<p>Rickshaw driver Govinda Prajapati, his body painted in the vibrant colours of the Indian flag, celebrated Independence Day while travelling aboard a local train at Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj Terminus in Mumbai on Friday.<img src="http://origin.mid-day.com/images/2025/aug/tricolour-man-main_e.jpg" alt="" width="1280" height="720" /></p>
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Independence Day Live Updates: Rickshaw driver celebrates Independence Day in tricolour body paint on Mumbai local
Rickshaw driver Govinda Prajapati, his body painted in the vibrant colours of the Indian flag, celebrated Independence Day while travelling aboard a local train at Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj Terminus in Mumbai on Friday.
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<p><strong>Independence Day Live Updates: Golden memories of Sholay come alive at Mumbai GPO<br /></strong></p>
<p>On Friday, at the historic Mumbai GPO Heritage Building&rsquo;s Ground Floor Delivery Hall, Amitabh Singh, Chief Postmaster General of the Maharashtra Circle, joined renowned filmmaker Ramesh Sippy, along with Shehzad Sippy, Rohan Sippy, and Film Heritage Foundation (FHF) Director Shivendra Singh Dungarpur, to unveil a special tribute to one of Indian cinema&rsquo;s most celebrated masterpieces, Sholay.<img src="http://origin.mid-day.com/images/2025/aug/sholy-iday-main_e.jpg" alt="" width="1280" height="720" /><em><strong>PIC/ ASHISH RAJE</strong></em></p>

Independence Day Live Updates: Golden memories of Sholay come alive at Mumbai GPO
On Friday, at the historic Mumbai GPO Heritage Building&rsquo;s Ground Floor Delivery Hall, Amitabh Singh, Chief Postmaster General of the Maharashtra Circle, joined renowned filmmaker Ramesh Sippy, along with Shehzad Sippy, Rohan Sippy, and Film Heritage Foundation (FHF) Director Shivendra Singh Dungarpur, to unveil a special tribute to one of Indian cinema&rsquo;s most celebrated masterpieces, Sholay.PIC/ ASHISH RAJE

<p><strong>Independence Day Live Updates:&nbsp;</strong><strong>CM Gupta greets children amid heavy downpour after her Independence Day speech<br /></strong></p>
<p>The rain at the Chhatrasal Stadium was relentless all morning on Friday, where Delhi Chief Minister Rekha Gupta gave her maiden Independence Day speech; however, she took it in her stride, and post her address, met schoolchildren in the downpour, even waving away an umbrella offered by her security staff. (PTI)</p>

Independence Day Live Updates:&nbsp;CM Gupta greets children amid heavy downpour after her Independence Day speech
The rain at the Chhatrasal Stadium was relentless all morning on Friday, where Delhi Chief Minister Rekha Gupta gave her maiden Independence Day speech; however, she took it in her stride, and post her address, met schoolchildren in the downpour, even waving away an umbrella offered by her security staff. (PTI)

<p><strong>Independence Day Live Updates: PM Modi`s `yahi samay hai` message for Samriddha Bharat<br /></strong></p>
<p>Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Friday broke into verse to drive home the message that this was the right time to become self-reliant and work towards `Samriddha Bharat.` (PTI)</p>

Independence Day Live Updates: PM Modi`s `yahi samay hai` message for Samriddha Bharat
Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Friday broke into verse to drive home the message that this was the right time to become self-reliant and work towards `Samriddha Bharat.` (PTI)

<p><strong>Independence Day Live Updates: PM hails Ayushman Bharat scheme`s contribution to healthcare<br /></strong></p>
<p>Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Friday said that Ayushman Bharat Pradhan Mantri Jan Arogya Yojana (AB-PMJAY) has freed people from the habit of silently enduring illness and helped them get good healthcare. Addressing the nation on Independence Day, Modi said, "When we help senior citizens with more than Rs 5,00,000 for their health needs, it shows our concern for their well-being". (PTI)</p>

Independence Day Live Updates: PM hails Ayushman Bharat scheme`s contribution to healthcare
Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Friday said that Ayushman Bharat Pradhan Mantri Jan Arogya Yojana (AB-PMJAY) has freed people from the habit of silently enduring illness and helped them get good healthcare. Addressing the nation on Independence Day, Modi said, "When we help senior citizens with more than Rs 5,00,000 for their health needs, it shows our concern for their well-being". (PTI)

<p><strong>Independence Day Live Updates:&nbsp;</strong><strong>Indian Embassy in Kathmandu marks 79th Independence Day with zeal, fervour<br /></strong></p>
<p>The Indian Embassy in Kathmandu on Friday celebrated the 79th Independence Day of India with enthusiasm and patriotic spirit. The event featured a flag-hoisting ceremony, cultural performances, and tributes to shared India-Nepal heritage. (ANI)<br /></p>

Independence Day Live Updates:&nbsp;Indian Embassy in Kathmandu marks 79th Independence Day with zeal, fervour
The Indian Embassy in Kathmandu on Friday celebrated the 79th Independence Day of India with enthusiasm and patriotic spirit. The event featured a flag-hoisting ceremony, cultural performances, and tributes to shared India-Nepal heritage. (ANI)

<p><strong>Independence Day Live Updates:&nbsp;</strong><strong>Railways illuminates iconic buildings, stations in tricolour to mark 79th Independence Day<br /></strong></p>
<p>Rail divisions across the country illuminated their respective iconic installations such as Anji bridge, Chenab bridge and Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj Terminus, among others, in tricolour on the occasion of the 79th Independence Day on Friday. (PTI)</p>

Independence Day Live Updates:&nbsp;Railways illuminates iconic buildings, stations in tricolour to mark 79th Independence Day
Rail divisions across the country illuminated their respective iconic installations such as Anji bridge, Chenab bridge and Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj Terminus, among others, in tricolour on the occasion of the 79th Independence Day on Friday. (PTI)

<p><strong>Independence Day Live Updates:&nbsp;</strong><strong>U.S. Embassy joins India in Independence Day celebrations<br /></strong></p>
<p>The U.S. Embassy in India marked Independence Day with a post on X, stating it was proud to join India in celebrating the occasion, honouring shared progress toward global peace and prosperity, and looking forward to deepening the US-India partnership in the future.</p>
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<p dir="ltr" lang="en">Happy Independence Day, India! The United States joins India in celebrating this important occasion, honoring our shared achievements in advancing global peace and prosperity. We look forward to strengthening the <a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/USIndia?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc-Etfw">#USIndia</a> partnership in the years ahead. <a href="https://t.co/jiTFK7dk1X">pic.twitter.com/jiTFK7dk1X</a></p>
&mdash; U.S. Embassy India (@USAndIndia) <a href="https://twitter.com/USAndIndia/status/1956166455210463488?ref_src=twsrc-Etfw">August 15, 2025</a></blockquote>
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Independence Day Live Updates:&nbsp;U.S. Embassy joins India in Independence Day celebrations
The U.S. Embassy in India marked Independence Day with a post on X, stating it was proud to join India in celebrating the occasion, honouring shared progress toward global peace and prosperity, and looking forward to deepening the US-India partnership in the future.

Happy Independence Day, India! The United States joins India in celebrating this important occasion, honoring our shared achievements in advancing global peace and prosperity. We look forward to strengthening the #USIndia partnership in the years ahead. pic.twitter.com/jiTFK7dk1X
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<p><strong>Independence Day Live Updates:&nbsp;</strong><strong>PM Modi hoists tricolour at Red Fort on Independence Day<br /></strong></p>
<p>On the 79th Independence Day, PM Narendra Modi, assisted by Flying Officer Rashika Sharma, hoisted the tricolour at the Red Fort as Indian Air Force helicopters showered flower petals from above.</p>
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Independence Day Live Updates:&nbsp;PM Modi hoists tricolour at Red Fort on Independence Day
On the 79th Independence Day, PM Narendra Modi, assisted by Flying Officer Rashika Sharma, hoisted the tricolour at the Red Fort as Indian Air Force helicopters showered flower petals from above.



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<p><strong>Independence Day Live Updates:&nbsp;</strong><strong>PM Modi sports saffron headgear, tricolour stole at Red Fort<br /></strong></p>
<p>PM Modi pairs a saffron headgear with a white kurta and churidar, along with an orange-coloured bandhgala Nehru jacket, and a tricoloured stole for his 12th consecutive address at the Red Fort in New Delhi. <a href="https://www.mid-day.com/lifestyle/fashion/photo/in-photos-from-saffron-turban-to-nehru-jacket-decoding-pm-modis-independence-day-2025-look-106917/1" target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener"><strong>See Photos</strong></a>.<br /></p>

Independence Day Live Updates:&nbsp;PM Modi sports saffron headgear, tricolour stole at Red Fort
PM Modi pairs a saffron headgear with a white kurta and churidar, along with an orange-coloured bandhgala Nehru jacket, and a tricoloured stole for his 12th consecutive address at the Red Fort in New Delhi. See Photos.

<p><strong>Independence Day Live Updates: US extends warm wishes to India on Independence Day 2025<br /></strong></p>
<p>On August 15, as India marks its Independence Day, the United States sends its heartfelt congratulations and warm wishes to the people of India.&nbsp;</p>
<p>"The bond between the world&rsquo;s largest democracy and the world&rsquo;s oldest is built on shared values and a common vision, one where the Indo-Pacific is peaceful, prosperous, and secure. Our countries work side by side across industries, driving innovation, advancing critical and emerging technologies, and even exploring new frontiers in space," the US Department of State`s spokesperson said.&nbsp;"Together, we&rsquo;re tackling today&rsquo;s challenges and shaping a brighter future for both our nations," he further added.&nbsp;</p>
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<p dir="ltr" lang="en">The United States expresses our warmest wishes to the people of India as they celebrate 78 years of independence. The relationship between our two vibrant democracies is consequential &amp; far-reaching. Together, we will continue to work to advance a free &amp; open Indo-Pacific &amp;&hellip;</p>
&mdash; State_SCA (@State_SCA) <a href="https://twitter.com/State_SCA/status/1956150598052491380?ref_src=twsrc-Etfw">August 15, 2025</a></blockquote>
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Independence Day Live Updates: US extends warm wishes to India on Independence Day 2025
On August 15, as India marks its Independence Day, the United States sends its heartfelt congratulations and warm wishes to the people of India.&nbsp;
"The bond between the world&rsquo;s largest democracy and the world&rsquo;s oldest is built on shared values and a common vision, one where the Indo-Pacific is peaceful, prosperous, and secure. Our countries work side by side across industries, driving innovation, advancing critical and emerging technologies, and even exploring new frontiers in space," the US Department of State`s spokesperson said.&nbsp;"Together, we&rsquo;re tackling today&rsquo;s challenges and shaping a brighter future for both our nations," he further added.&nbsp;

The United States expresses our warmest wishes to the people of India as they celebrate 78 years of independence. The relationship between our two vibrant democracies is consequential &amp; far-reaching. Together, we will continue to work to advance a free &amp; open Indo-Pacific &amp;&hellip;
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<p><strong>Independence Day Live Updates: Bhushan Gagrani unfurls tricolour at BMC headquarters<br /></strong></p>
<p>Municipal Commissioner and Administrator Bhushan Gagrani unfurled the national flag, extending warm greetings to the city&rsquo;s residents.</p>

Independence Day Live Updates: Bhushan Gagrani unfurls tricolour at BMC headquarters
Municipal Commissioner and Administrator Bhushan Gagrani unfurled the national flag, extending warm greetings to the city&rsquo;s residents.

<p><strong>Independence Day Live Updates: City marks Independence Day at BMC headquarters<br /></strong></p>
<p>Mumbai&rsquo;s Brihanmumbai Municipal Corporation (BMC) celebrated the 79th anniversary of India&rsquo;s Independence on Friday with a flag hoisting ceremony at its iconic headquarters.</p>

Independence Day Live Updates: City marks Independence Day at BMC headquarters
Mumbai&rsquo;s Brihanmumbai Municipal Corporation (BMC) celebrated the 79th anniversary of India&rsquo;s Independence on Friday with a flag hoisting ceremony at its iconic headquarters.

<p><strong>Independence Day Live Updates: Maharashtra CM Devendra Fadnavis pays tributes to the freedom fighters.&nbsp;</strong></p>
<p>In his address after hoisting the tricolour at <a href="https://www.mid-day.com/mumbai/mumbai-news/article/maharashtra-cm-devendra-fadnavis-hoists-indian-flag-at-mantralaya-says-no-one-can-stop-indias-development-23589603" rel="nofollow">Mantralaya</a>, the state secretariat in Maharashtra, on the occasion of the 79th Independence Day, Devendra Fadnavis also paid tributes to the freedom fighters, martyrs of the independence movement and the soldiers guarding the country`s borders, as per the news agency PTI.&nbsp;</p>

Independence Day Live Updates: Maharashtra CM Devendra Fadnavis pays tributes to the freedom fighters.&nbsp;
In his address after hoisting the tricolour at Mantralaya, the state secretariat in Maharashtra, on the occasion of the 79th Independence Day, Devendra Fadnavis also paid tributes to the freedom fighters, martyrs of the independence movement and the soldiers guarding the country`s borders, as per the news agency PTI.&nbsp;

<p><strong>Independence Day Live Updates: Key highlights from PM Modi`s speech</strong></p>
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Independence Day Live Updates: Key highlights from PM Modi`s speech


<p><strong>Independence Day Live Updates: Maharashtra CM Devendra Fadnavis hoists the Tricolour at Mantralaya on Independence Day</strong></p>
<p>Maharashtra Chief Minister Devendra Fadnavis on Friday called the state a prominent participant in the country`s unstoppable growth story and said it is taking concrete steps towards achieving its goals. In his address after hoisting the tricolour at Mantralaya, the state secretariat, on the occasion of the 79th Independence Day, Fadnavis paid tributes to the freedom fighters, martyrs of the independence movement and the soldiers guarding the country`s borders.</p>
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Independence Day Live Updates: Maharashtra CM Devendra Fadnavis hoists the Tricolour at Mantralaya on Independence Day
Maharashtra Chief Minister Devendra Fadnavis on Friday called the state a prominent participant in the country`s unstoppable growth story and said it is taking concrete steps towards achieving its goals. In his address after hoisting the tricolour at Mantralaya, the state secretariat, on the occasion of the 79th Independence Day, Fadnavis paid tributes to the freedom fighters, martyrs of the independence movement and the soldiers guarding the country`s borders.
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<p><strong>Independence Day 2025: Pandya, Laxman lead cricketers&rsquo; tributes to the nation</strong><br />Several Indian cricketers took to social media to extend their heartfelt wishes to fellow countrymen on the occasion of India&rsquo;s 79th Independence Day. As the nation celebrated the historic day, Prime Minister Narendra Modi hoisted the tricolour at the iconic Red Fort in Delhi, marking the beginning of the official ceremonies. Read full story <a href="https://www.mid-day.com/sports/cricket/article/independence-day-2025-pandya-laxman-lead-cricketers-tributes-nation-23589597" rel="nofollow">here</a></p>

Independence Day 2025: Pandya, Laxman lead cricketers&rsquo; tributes to the nationSeveral Indian cricketers took to social media to extend their heartfelt wishes to fellow countrymen on the occasion of India&rsquo;s 79th Independence Day. As the nation celebrated the historic day, Prime Minister Narendra Modi hoisted the tricolour at the iconic Red Fort in Delhi, marking the beginning of the official ceremonies. Read full story here

<p><strong>Independence Day LIVE Updates: PM Modi says, `Im proud to salute the heroes of Operation Sindoor`</strong></p>
<p>PM Modi during his speech asserted that, "I am very proud that from the ramparts of the Red Fort, I am getting the opportunity to salute the heroes of Operation Sindoor. Our brave jawans punished the enemy beyond its imagination." See photos <a href="https://www.mid-day.com/news/india-news/photo/in-photos-pm-modi-hoists-tricolour-at-red-fort-106916/1" rel="nofollow">here</a><strong><br /></strong></p>

Independence Day LIVE Updates: PM Modi says, `Im proud to salute the heroes of Operation Sindoor`
PM Modi during his speech asserted that, "I am very proud that from the ramparts of the Red Fort, I am getting the opportunity to salute the heroes of Operation Sindoor. Our brave jawans punished the enemy beyond its imagination." See photos here

<p><strong>Independence Day LIVE Updates: PM Modi delivers longest I-Day speech&nbsp;</strong><br />PM Modi delivered a 103-minute Independence Day speech from the ramparts of the Red Fort, the longest by any prime minister in India`s history. Modi broke his own 98-minute record from the 78th Independence Day last year.</p>
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Independence Day LIVE Updates: PM Modi delivers longest I-Day speech&nbsp;PM Modi delivered a 103-minute Independence Day speech from the ramparts of the Red Fort, the longest by any prime minister in India`s history. Modi broke his own 98-minute record from the 78th Independence Day last year.
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Addressing the nation on Independence Day. https://t.co/rsFUG7q6eP
&mdash; Narendra Modi (@narendramodi) August 15, 2025




<p><strong>Independence Day 2025 LIVE updates: PM Modi`s speech at Red Fort</strong></p>
<p>Prime Minister Narendra Modi says this Independence Day is festival of hope and aspirations during his speech at Red Fort. &nbsp;He announced the launch of PM Viksit Bharat Rozgar Yojana which is expected to create 3.5 crore job in next two years. He said that under this scheme the youth getting first job in the private sector will get Rs 15,000 and the companies (employing them) will get incentive amounts. PM Viksit Bharat Rozgar Yojana will provide employment opportunities to 3.5 cr youths.</p>

Independence Day 2025 LIVE updates: PM Modi`s speech at Red Fort
Prime Minister Narendra Modi says this Independence Day is festival of hope and aspirations during his speech at Red Fort. &nbsp;He announced the launch of PM Viksit Bharat Rozgar Yojana which is expected to create 3.5 crore job in next two years. He said that under this scheme the youth getting first job in the private sector will get Rs 15,000 and the companies (employing them) will get incentive amounts. PM Viksit Bharat Rozgar Yojana will provide employment opportunities to 3.5 cr youths.

<p><strong>Independence Day 2025 LIVE updates: PM Modi`s visual tradition on Independence day</strong></p>
<p>Modi`s Independence Day turbans have evolved into a visual tradition of their own. Last year, he donned a vibrant Rajasthani leheriya turban that fluttered in hues of orange, yellow, and green -- a nod to tradition and a symbol of India`s rich cultural tapestry. Read full story <a href="https://www.mid-day.com/lifestyle/fashion/article/independence-day-2025-pm-narendra-modi-sports-saffron-turban-for-celebrations-23589595" rel="nofollow">here</a></p>

Independence Day 2025 LIVE updates: PM Modi`s visual tradition on Independence day
Modi`s Independence Day turbans have evolved into a visual tradition of their own. Last year, he donned a vibrant Rajasthani leheriya turban that fluttered in hues of orange, yellow, and green -- a nod to tradition and a symbol of India`s rich cultural tapestry. Read full story here

<p><strong>Independence Day 2025 LIVE updates: Prime Minister on Pahalgam attack</strong></p>
<p>Narendra Modi, while hailing the anti-terror operation, said that it was an expression of India`s outrage at the <a href="https://www.mid-day.com/mumbai/mumbai-news/article/pahalgam-terror-attack-520-tourists-return-to-mumbai-as-maharashtra-government-arranges-four-flights-23526622" rel="nofollow">Pahalgam </a>terrorist attack in which husbands were killed in front of their wives and fathers were killed in front of their children after questioning their religion.</p>

Independence Day 2025 LIVE updates: Prime Minister on Pahalgam attack
Narendra Modi, while hailing the anti-terror operation, said that it was an expression of India`s outrage at the Pahalgam terrorist attack in which husbands were killed in front of their wives and fathers were killed in front of their children after questioning their religion.

<p><strong>Independence Day 2025 LIVE updates: Prime Minister Narendra Modi hails operation sindoor at Red Fort</strong></p>
<p>During his address to the nation on the <a href="https://www.mid-day.com/news/india-news/article/independence-day-2025-pm-modi-extends-greetings-on-79th-i-day-23589577" rel="nofollow">79th Independence Day</a>, PM Modi hailed the success of Operation Sindoor and saluted the role of the armed forces who targeted terror sites in Pakistan.</p>
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Independence Day 2025 LIVE updates: Prime Minister Narendra Modi hails operation sindoor at Red Fort
During his address to the nation on the 79th Independence Day, PM Modi hailed the success of Operation Sindoor and saluted the role of the armed forces who targeted terror sites in Pakistan.
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<p><strong>Independence Day 2025 LIVE updates: Prime Minister Narendra Modi paid floral tributes to Mahatma Gandhi at Raj Ghat&nbsp;</strong></p>
<p>Prime Minister Narendra Modi paid floral tributes to Mahatma Gandhi at Raj Ghat in Delhi on Friday on the 79th Independence Day. The PM went to Raj Ghat before heading to the <a href="ttps://www.mid-day.com/news/india-news/article/independence-day-2025-11-thousand-security-personnel-to-be-deployed-near-red-fort-surveillance-intensified-across-delhi-23589495" rel="nofollow">Red Fort</a>, where he will unfurl the national flag and address the nation.</p>

Independence Day 2025 LIVE updates: Prime Minister Narendra Modi paid floral tributes to Mahatma Gandhi at Raj Ghat&nbsp;
Prime Minister Narendra Modi paid floral tributes to Mahatma Gandhi at Raj Ghat in Delhi on Friday on the 79th Independence Day. The PM went to Raj Ghat before heading to the Red Fort, where he will unfurl the national flag and address the nation.

<p><strong>Independence Day 2025 LIVE updates: PM Modi sports saffron turban for 79th Independence Day celebrations</strong></p>
<p>Prime Minister Narendra Modi marked the <a href="https://www.mid-day.com/mumbai/mumbai-news/article/independence-day-2025-fun-quiz-to-celebrate-79th-independence-day-how-well-do-you-know-india-23588135" rel="nofollow">79th Independence Day </a>with his signature flair, sporting a saffron turban for his 12th consecutive address to the nation from the historic ramparts of the Red Fort.</p>

Independence Day 2025 LIVE updates: PM Modi sports saffron turban for 79th Independence Day celebrations
Prime Minister Narendra Modi marked the 79th Independence Day with his signature flair, sporting a saffron turban for his 12th consecutive address to the nation from the historic ramparts of the Red Fort.

<p><strong>Independence Day 2025 LIVE updates: A total of 2,500 cadets from the Army attends Independence day celebration at Red Fort</strong></p>
<p>A total of 2,500 cadets from the Army, Navy and Air Force, along with `My Bharat` volunteers, are seated on Gyanpath, opposite the Rampart, forming the `Naya Bharat` logo.<strong><br /></strong></p>

Independence Day 2025 LIVE updates: A total of 2,500 cadets from the Army attends Independence day celebration at Red Fort
A total of 2,500 cadets from the Army, Navy and Air Force, along with `My Bharat` volunteers, are seated on Gyanpath, opposite the Rampart, forming the `Naya Bharat` logo.

<p><strong>Independence Day 2025 LIVE updates: PM Modi receives the ceremonial guard of honour at Red Fort</strong></p>
<p>The Prime Minister also received the ceremonial guard of honour by the<a href="https://www.mid-day.com/lifestyle/culture/article/independence-day-2025-here-are-some-lesser-known-facts-about-the-indian-tricolour-23588137" rel="nofollow"> National Flag</a> Guard, the Indian Air Force, Army, Navy, and Delhi Police, totaling upto 128 people. Wing Commander Arun Nagar led the interservices guard of honour.</p>

Independence Day 2025 LIVE updates: PM Modi receives the ceremonial guard of honour at Red Fort
The Prime Minister also received the ceremonial guard of honour by the National Flag Guard, the Indian Air Force, Army, Navy, and Delhi Police, totaling upto 128 people. Wing Commander Arun Nagar led the interservices guard of honour.

<p><strong>Independence Day 2025 LIVE updates: PM Modi at Red Fort</strong></p>
<p>PM Modi was received at the Red Fort by Defence Minister <a href="https://www.mid-day.com/news/india-news/article/india-worlds-most-dashing-and-dynamic-economy-says-rajnath-singh-23588933" rel="nofollow">Rajnath Singh</a>, MoS Sanjay Seth, and the Chiefs of the three services.</p>

Independence Day 2025 LIVE updates: PM Modi at Red Fort
PM Modi was received at the Red Fort by Defence Minister Rajnath Singh, MoS Sanjay Seth, and the Chiefs of the three services.

<p><strong>Independence Day 2025 LIVE updates: Flying Officer Rashika Sharma assisted the Prime Minister at Red Fort</strong></p>
<p>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.&nbsp;</p>

Independence Day 2025 LIVE updates: Flying Officer Rashika Sharma assisted the Prime Minister at Red Fort
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.&nbsp;

<p><strong>Independence Day 2025 LIVE updates:&nbsp;PM Modi hoists tricolor at Red Fort to mark 79th Independence Day</strong></p>
<p><a href="https://www.mid-day.com/news/india-news/article/narendra-modi-becomes-second-longest-serving-prime-minister-surpassing-indira-gandhis-tenure-23586413" rel="nofollow">Prime Minister Narendra Modi </a>hoisted the tricolor at Red Fort,as the nation marked the celebration of the 79th Independence Day. Flying Officer Rashika Sharma assisted the Prime Minister in hoisting the flag</p>

Independence Day 2025 LIVE updates:&nbsp;PM Modi hoists tricolor at Red Fort to mark 79th Independence Day
Prime Minister Narendra Modi hoisted the tricolor at Red Fort,as the nation marked the celebration of the 79th Independence Day. Flying Officer Rashika Sharma assisted the Prime Minister in hoisting the flag

<p><strong>Independence Day 2025 LIVE updates: PM Modi pays tributes to Mahatma Gandhi at Raj Ghat</strong></p>
<p>Prime Minister Narendra Modi paid floral tributes to Mahatma Gandhi at Raj Ghat in New Delhi on Friday on the 79th Independence Day. The PM went to Raj Ghat before heading to the Red Fort, where he will unfurl the national flag and address the nation.</p>

Independence Day 2025 LIVE updates: PM Modi pays tributes to Mahatma Gandhi at Raj Ghat
Prime Minister Narendra Modi paid floral tributes to Mahatma Gandhi at Raj Ghat in New Delhi on Friday on the 79th Independence Day. The PM went to Raj Ghat before heading to the Red Fort, where he will unfurl the national flag and address the nation.

<p><strong>Independence Day 2025 LIVE updates: May this day inspire us to keep working even harder, says PM Modi</strong></p>
<p>Prime Minister Narendra Modi extended his heartfelt wishes to the nation on Independence Day, urging people to work harder, fulfil the dreams of freedom fighters, and contribute to building towards a `Viksit Bharat` (developed India). "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!" PM Modi wrote in a post on X.</p>
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<p dir="ltr" lang="en">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!</p>
&mdash; Narendra Modi (@narendramodi) <a href="https://twitter.com/narendramodi/status/1956159130466386143?ref_src=twsrc-Etfw">August 15, 2025</a></blockquote>
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Independence Day 2025 LIVE updates: May this day inspire us to keep working even harder, says PM Modi
Prime Minister Narendra Modi extended his heartfelt wishes to the nation on Independence Day, urging people to work harder, fulfil the dreams of freedom fighters, and contribute to building towards a `Viksit Bharat` (developed India). "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!" PM Modi wrote in a post on X.

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!
&mdash; Narendra Modi (@narendramodi) August 15, 2025


<p><strong>Independence Day 2025 LIVE updates:</strong> Rickshaw driver Govinda Prajapati, his body painted in the vibrant colours of the Indian flag, celebrated Independence Day while travelling aboard a local train at Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj Terminus in Mumbai on Friday. <strong>We are now closing the blog.</strong></p>

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