Page 7 - Latest Updates on Independence Day
BJP-RSS hiding dark pages of its past through tricolour campaign: Akhilesh
He also alleged that the BJP was hell-bent upon destroying the sanctity of the Azadi ka Amrit Mahotsav to mark 75 years of India's independence.
 "BJP-RSS hiding dark pages of its past through tricolour campaign: Akhilesh")
Prez Murmu to deliver maiden address to nation on eve of Independence Day
The president's address will be broadcast from 7 PM on the entire national network of All India Radio (AIR) and telecast over all channels of Doordarshan in Hindi followed by the English version.
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Congress should put out pictures of its leaders hoisting tiranga: BJP
Congress general secretary raised the issue and alleged that the milestone occasion has been reduced to "glorifying the sarvagyaani", an apparent swipe at Prime Minister Narendra Modi
India at 75: Here's how much our per capita income has zoomed since 1950
Since 1950, India's per capita income (PCI) has jumped over 500 times. In 1950, it stood at Rs 265, and increased to Rs 1,28,829 in 2020-21
 "India at 75: Here's how much our per capita income has zoomed since 1950")
DMRC hoists flags at 23 stations under Har Ghar Tiranga campaign: Officials
DMRC chief Vikas Kumar hoisted the tricolour at the site of INA metro station in presence of the general public, passengers and other senior officials and the Central Industrial Security Force (CISF)
 "DMRC hoists flags at 23 stations under Har Ghar Tiranga campaign: Officials")
Tricolour is symbol of self-awareness: Fadnavis during 'Tiranga Padyatra'
"The tricolour is not just a flag, but a symbol of our 'atmabhan' (self-awareness). Our soldiers get inspiration from the tricolour while fighting for the country," Fadnavis said.
 "Tricolour is symbol of self-awareness: Fadnavis during 'Tiranga Padyatra'")
I-Day: 7,000 invitees expected at Red Fort, Delhi Police beefs ups security
A multi-layered security cover has been put in place and FRS cameras installed at the entry point of the Red Fort from where Prime Minister Narendra Modi will address the nation on Independence Day
 "I-Day: 7,000 invitees expected at Red Fort, Delhi Police beefs ups security")
EAM S Jaishankar leads 'Har Ghar Tiranga' campaign in Karnataka
Union External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar on Saturday took part in a Prabhat Pheri', a morning march, in Ramanagara district to spread awareness about the Centre's Har Ghar Tiranga' campaign
 "EAM S Jaishankar leads 'Har Ghar Tiranga' campaign in Karnataka")
Independence Day celebrations: BJP leaders join 'Har Ghar Tiranga' campaign
BJP leaders including Union ministers joined the "Har Ghar Tiranga" campaign across the country as the three-day exercise began to mark the 75th anniversary of India's independence.
 "Independence Day celebrations: BJP leaders join 'Har Ghar Tiranga' campaign")
Full dress rehearsals for Independence Day celebrations done at Red Fort
The campaign initiated as part of 'Azadi ka Amrit Mahotsav,' to commemorate India's 75th anniversary of independence will run till August 15
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Har Ghar Tiranga campaign: Home Minister Shah hoists tricolour at residence
Union Home Minister Amit Shah on Saturday hoisted the tricolour at his residence here as part of the 'Har Ghar Tiranga' campaign and asked citizens to do the same.
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Gates at 4 Delhi Metro stations closed due to I-Day dress rehearsal
Several gates at four Delhi Metro stations have been closed till 11 AM on Saturday due to Independence Day dress rehearsal, the DMRC said.
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India at 75: Much of India's institutional arrangement is for show only
Even after 75 years, India remains politically feudal and colonial bureaucratically
 "India at 75: Much of India's institutional arrangement is for show only")
Independence Day celebrations: 'Har Ghar Tiranga' campaign kicks off today
The 'Har Ghar Tiranga' campaign under the aegis of Azadi Ka Amrit Mahotsav to encourage people to bring the Tiranga home and to hoist it to mark the 75th year of India's independence kicked off today
 "Independence Day celebrations: 'Har Ghar Tiranga' campaign kicks off today")
10 mn students sing patriotic songs to set world record in Rajasthan
Nearly 10 million school children in Rajasthan created a world record by singing patriotic songs at the same time under the 'Azadi Ka Amrit Mahotsav' campaign
 "10 mn students sing patriotic songs to set world record in Rajasthan")
Delhi Police recovers over 2,200 live cartridges ahead of I-Day
The two men were identified as Ajmal Khan and Rashid
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75th Independence Day: Retailers look to end season sales on a high
Some offering discounts up to 75%, keeping up with the 75th Independence Day theme
 "75th Independence Day: Retailers look to end season sales on a high")
Independence Day: Centre issues advisory to states over Covid protocols
Ministry of Home Affairs advisory comes at a time when India is reporting over 15,000 Covid-19 cases each day
 "Independence Day: Centre issues advisory to states over Covid protocols")
Financial freedom for Indians: What it means and how to achieve it
Three experts explain how planning and patience can you give the cushion of savings, investments, and cash on hand
 "Financial freedom for Indians: What it means and how to achieve it")
I-Day celebrations: Delhi Metro to continue operations; DMRC bars parking
Along with the restrictions imposed by DMRC, Delhi Traffic Police on Thursday also issued an advisory related to the routes that will remain close on Independence Day
 "I-Day celebrations: Delhi Metro to continue operations; DMRC bars parking")
