Independence Day 2023 LIVE Updates: India of today doesn’t stop, tire, gasp or give up, says PM Modi
Independence Day 2023 LIVE Updates: India of today doesn’t stop, tire, gasp or give up, says PM Modi

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Independence Day 2023 LIVE Updates
Ethnic, caste divisions casting dark shadow over nation, says Kerala CM
On the occasion of the nation's 77th Independence Day, Kerala Chief Minister Pinarayi Vijayan stated on Tuesday that instances of caste and ethnic differences had thrown a shadow over the country and harmed its secular spirit.
In a Facebook post, Vijayan said that even federal ideals had been compromised.
In such a circumstance, he asked all citizens to reassert their commitment to preserving the nation's secular character and federal ideals.
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Indian Air Force headquarters to be illuminated in tricolour
Today marks the 77th anniversary of the country's Independence Day, and the Indian Air Force Headquarters (Vayu Bhawan) in New Delhi will be lighted in tricolour.
Yesterday evening, the IAF headquarters was also lighted up in tricolour. On Independence Day, the headquarters will be painted in the same colours.
Earlier today, the Southern Naval Command celebrated Independence Day with patriotic zeal at its base in Kochi, Kerala.
Following the celebrations was a Ceremonial Parade, which was reviewed by Vice Admiral MA Hampiholi, AVSM, NM Flag Officer Commanding-in-Chief, Southern Naval Command.
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French President Emmanuel Macron wishes India on Independence Day
Congratulations to the Indian people on your Independence Day!
— Emmanuel Macron (@EmmanuelMacron) August 15, 2023
A month ago in Paris, my friend @narendramodi and I set new Indo-French ambitions all the way to 2047, the centenary year of India’s Independence. India can count on France as a trusted friend and partner, always. https://t.co/ZBx1QSfSq3
11:21 (IST)
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I-Day 2023: How 'Jana Gana Mana' was adopted as India's national anthem
After a long battle for independence, India eventually gained independence on August 15, 1947.
For millions of people who had been oppressed by British imperialism and forced to grovel in humiliation and insults, it heralded the end of their oppression.
With critical independence came the necessity to develop our own identity and entity, necessitating the adoption of a National Flag and National Anthem.
11:19 (IST)
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'How can a political party have only one family in charge?': PM Modi on dynastic politics
Prime Minister Narendra Modi slammed dynastic politics, corruption, and appeasement on Tuesday, claiming that the three sins had devastated the country.
Addressing the 77th Independence Day celebrations from the ramparts of Red Fort, he said, “Today, ‘parivarvaad’ and appeasement has destroyed our country. How can a political party have only one family in charge? For them their life mantra is- party of the family, by the family and for the family…”
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‘India of today doesn’t stop, tire, gasp or give up’: PM Modi
Prime Minister Narendra Modi expressed his vision of a new and more aggressive India at his 10th address from the ramparts of the Red Fort on the 77th anniversary of India's independence.
"When we set our mind to a task, we get it done. This has been our track record. This is a new India full of self-confidence...Ye Bharat na rukta hai, na thakta hai, na haanfta hai aur na hi haarta hai (The India of today doesn't stop, tire, gasp or give up)," PM Modi said.
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Assam CM Himanta Biswa Sarma hoisted the Tiranga in Guwahati
#WATCH | Assam CM Himanta Biswa Sarma hoisted the Tiranga and participated in #IndependenceDay celebrations in Guwahati. pic.twitter.com/m8ENZdYiZL
— ANI (@ANI) August 15, 2023
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Jammu & Kashmir witnessing new era of peace, progress, says advisor to LG
In the last four years, Jammu and Kashmir has seen the advent of a new age that offers unity, growth, and prosperity, said Rajeev Rai Bhatnagar, the Lieutenant Governor's advisor, on Tuesday.
Bhatnagar, who hoisted the tricolour at the major Independence Day celebration here, said Jammu and Kashmir had embarked on a four-year path towards peace, growth, and prosperity.
"Notable advancements have been made in establishing new enterprises and the agricultural sector. Villages are progressing, and essential infrastructure is being reinforced," he said while talking about the need of strengthening of democracy at the grassroots level in the union territory.
10:56 (IST)
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Indian Flag hoisted onboard the Indian Naval Warships, INS Sahyadri and INS Kolkata
#WATCH | The Indian Tricolour was hoisted onboard the Indian Naval Warships, INS Sahyadri and INS Kolkata at Sydney, Australia to commemorate the 77th Independence Day.
— ANI (@ANI) August 15, 2023
The ships are in Australia to participate in Exercise-Malabar 2023
(Video source: Indian Navy) pic.twitter.com/fwtiGSg3X6
10:54 (IST)
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Underwater hoisting of national flag by Indian Coast Guard personnel
#WATCH | Underwater hoisting of national flag by Indian Coast Guard personnel near Rameshwaram, Tamil Nadu on Independence Day
— ANI (@ANI) August 15, 2023
(Video source: Indian Coast Guard) pic.twitter.com/SPGsU3HxDj
10:51 (IST)
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Kerala CM Pinarayi Vijayan hoists the national flag in Thiruvananthapuram
#WATCH | Kerala CM Pinarayi Vijayan hoists the national flag in Thiruvananthapuram on 77th Independence Day pic.twitter.com/z1tvr8ofRB
— ANI (@ANI) August 15, 2023
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BSF celebrates Independence Day at the Attari-Wagah Border
The Border Security Force (BSF) commemorates Independence Day at the Attari-Wagah Border in Amritsar, Punjab.
#WATCH | Border Security Force (BSF) celebrates Independence Day at the Attari-Wagah Border in Punjab's Amritsar. pic.twitter.com/yvUC7rEYBd
— ANI (@ANI) August 15, 2023
10:41 (IST)
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PM Modi has created a roadmap for developed India till 2040, says Union Minister Dharmendra Pradhan
#WATCH | Union Minister Dharmendra Pradhan says, "PM Modi has created a roadmap for developed India till 2040. He connected with the people when he addressed them as 'Mere Priya Parivaar Jan'...Today, the country is progressing under the leadership of PM Modi..." pic.twitter.com/nkRuJQnU8N
— ANI (@ANI) August 15, 2023
10:39 (IST)
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BJP national president JP Nadda hoists the Tiranga at party headquarters
#WATCH | BJP national president JP Nadda hoisted the Tiranga at party Headquarters in Delhi, on #IndependenceDay pic.twitter.com/PzXtj9P632
— ANI (@ANI) August 15, 2023
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Government trying to muzzle the voice of the opposition, says Congress President
#WATCH | Congress President Mallikarjun Kharge says government trying to muzzle the voice of the opposition
— ANI (@ANI) August 15, 2023
"Opposition MPs in Parliament being suspended...Sansad mein jab mein khud hi baat karne ke liye uthta hun toh mera mike bandh ho jata hai..." pic.twitter.com/VMmhmjLJdH
10:31 (IST)
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Pandit Nehru created employment opportunities for the youth of the nation, says Congress President
Former PM Pandit Nehru had established steel plants, created public sector units, created employment opportunities for the youth of the nation, says Congress President Mallikarjun Kharge.
#WATCH | Former PM Pandit Nehru ji had established steel plants, created public sector units, cretaed employment opportunities for the youth of the nation. He also established IITs, IIMs, AIIMS, space research institute ISRO and laid foundation of atomic research in the country:… pic.twitter.com/wTtKAtjJlX
— ANI (@ANI) August 15, 2023
10:23 (IST)
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Srinagar: People arrive in large numbers to participate in Independence Day celebrations
Long queues of people were seen outside Bakshi Stadium in Srinagar as people arrived in large numbers to participate in Independence Day celebrations today.
#WATCH | J&K | Long queues of people were seen outside Bakshi Stadium in Srinagar as people arrived in large numbers to participate in #IndependenceDay celebrations today. pic.twitter.com/IrWufnveCc
— ANI (@ANI) August 15, 2023
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Bihar CM Nitish Kumar speaks on developing healthcare facilities across the state
VIDEO | Bihar CM Nitish Kumar speaks on developing healthcare facilities across the state during his speech on Independence Day. pic.twitter.com/CFhRyJhWqU
— Press Trust of India (@PTI_News) August 15, 2023
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Congress President Mallikarjun Kharge hoists Tricolour at AICC headquarters
#WATCH | Congress President Mallikarjun Kharge hoists Tricolour on Independence Day at AICC headquarters in Delhi pic.twitter.com/N9ftipnUVS
— ANI (@ANI) August 15, 2023
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Tamil Nadu CM MK Stalin hoists the Tiranga at the State Secretariat in Chennai
#WATCH | Tamil Nadu Chief Minister MK Stalin hoisted the Tiranga at the State Secretariat in Chennai this morning, on #IndependenceDay pic.twitter.com/XzspiUhRoL
— ANI (@ANI) August 15, 2023
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105 mm Light Field Guns firing as part of the ceremonial salute today
#WATCH | Delhi | 105 mm Light Field Guns firing as part of the ceremonial salute today. This is the first time that these indigenous guns have been used for ceremonial firing at the #IndependenceDay celebrations.
— ANI (@ANI) August 15, 2023
(Video source: Indian Army officials) pic.twitter.com/Pf2mNaEtLX
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Mallikarjun Kharge … will be coming here (AICC HQ) to hoist the flag, says Congress leader Rajiv Shukla
#WATCH | Mallikarjun Kharge ji is already busy in Independence day programs. Many people including ministers are not able to reach Red Fort. He will be coming here ( AICC HQ) to hoist the flag: Congress leader Rajiv Shukla on Congress president's absence from I-Day celebrations… pic.twitter.com/eQRDoCcTkJ
— ANI (@ANI) August 15, 2023
10:03 (IST)
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Uttar Pradesh CM Yogi Adityanath hoisted the Tiranga at his residence
#WATCH | Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath hoisted the Tiranga at his residence in Lucknow this morning, on #IndependenceDay pic.twitter.com/APwmXFp1G7
— ANI UP/Uttarakhand (@ANINewsUP) August 15, 2023
09:55 (IST)
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The country is going ahead in all sectors, says Uttarakhand CM Pushkar Singh Dhami
#WATCH | Uttarakhand CM Pushkar Singh Dhami says, "...On #IndependenceDay, I extend my greetings to everyone...The work to fulfil the dreams of freedom fighters is going on efficiently, under the leadership of PM Modi. The country is going ahead in all sectors. Let us all pledge… https://t.co/Rg8WEAtPs3 pic.twitter.com/iYWk31bnle
— ANI UP/Uttarakhand (@ANINewsUP) August 15, 2023
09:45 (IST)
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Let us contribute towards building a strong and prosperous India, says MP CM Shivraj Singh Chouhan
#WATCH | Madhya Pradesh Chief Minister Shivraj Singh Chouhan says, "Greetings. Let us contribute towards building a strong and prosperous India under the leadership of PM Narendra Modi..."#IndependenceDay https://t.co/Kt6g4CuPW8 pic.twitter.com/Og1OJ9pgDV
— ANI MP/CG/Rajasthan (@ANI_MP_CG_RJ) August 15, 2023
09:42 (IST)
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RJD chief Lalu Yadav hoists the national flag in Patna
#WATCH | RJD chief & former Bihar CM Lalu Yadav hoists the national flag in Patna
— ANI (@ANI) August 15, 2023
Bihar Deputy CM Tejashwi Yadav also present pic.twitter.com/4aYeKnjt55
09:40 (IST)
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Built by the Mughals, how the Red Fort became part of our Independence story
The Red Fort's walls have survived various attacks and witnessed several battles. Significant historical events occurred at the 16th-century monument, which has since become linked with New Delhi's Independence Day festivities.
Since 1947, India's prime leaders have hoisted the tricolour and addressed the nation from the rampart next to Lahore Gate. But why is the famous location so important to our Independence Day celebrations?
09:28 (IST)
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Peace will be restored in Manipur, says PM Modi in Independence Day speech
On Tuesday, Prime Minister Narendra Modi stated that the country stands with the people of Manipur and that the Centre and the state are working together to address the situation.
Addressing the country from the ramparts of Red Fort on Independence Day, he said, “The country stands with the people of Manipur…Resolution can be found through peace only. The Centre and the state government is making all efforts to find resolution.”
09:17 (IST)
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Next time, on 15th August, I will present before you the achievements of the country: PM Modi
PM Narendra Modi said that the next five years are meant for unprecedented development.
He also added that the biggest golden moment to realise the dream of 2047.
He also stated that next year, on 15th August, from this Red Fort he will present the achievements and developments of India.
09:13 (IST)
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Tiranga-coloured balloons are released as PM Modi concludes his speech
As Prime Minister Narendra Modi concludes his address to the nation from the ramparts of Delhi's Red Fort, balloons in the colours of the Tiranga, are released.
#WATCH | Balloons in the colours of the Tiranga released, as Prime Minister Narendra Modi concludes his address to the nation from the ramparts of the Red Fort in Delhi.#IndependenceDay2023 pic.twitter.com/2r0Hev9GoX
— ANI (@ANI) August 15, 2023
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PM Modi’s Independence Day speech concludes
The National Cadet Corps (NCC) cadets sung the National Anthem at the end of PM Modi's address.
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PM Modi discusses dynastic politics during Independence Day address
#WATCH | PM Modi speaks on dynastic politics during his Independence Day speech
— ANI (@ANI) August 15, 2023
"Today, 'parivarvaad' and appeasement has destroyed our country. How can a political party have only one family in charge? For them their life mantra is- party of the family, by the family and for… pic.twitter.com/xxmumTCc4Z
08:58 (IST)
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‘Must move forward with the mantra of unity’: PM Modi
PM Modi stated that a nation's national character is the most important spark for becoming a developed nation.
"In next 25 years, we must move forward with the mantra of unity," PM Modi said.
08:57 (IST)
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‘Have to fight 3 evils of corruption, nepotism, appeasement’: PM Modi
PM Modi made a case for a developed India and criticised "parivarwaad" in his speech. "We have to fight the three evils of corruption, nepotism and appeasement," he stated.
08:55 (IST)
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Must move forward with the mantra of unity, says PM Modi
#WATCH | PM Modi says the national character of a nation is the biggest catalyst agent to become a developed nation
— ANI (@ANI) August 15, 2023
"In next 25 years, we must move forward with the mantra of unity.." PM says. pic.twitter.com/agzvOxrS9S
08:53 (IST)
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‘This is new Bharat… filled with self-confidence’, says PM Modi
Modi ensured that the new Parliament complex was completed before time. This is the new Bharat. This is a Bharat which is filled with self-confidence, stated PM Modi.
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India will be a developed country by 2047, says PM Modi
Prime Minister Narendra Modi stated that when India celebrates its 100th anniversary of independence in 2047, it would be a developed country.
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'Vibrant Border Villages … are not the last villages in India', says PM Modi
#WATCH | PM Narendra Modi says, "...The Vibrant Border Villages were called the last villages of the country. We changed that mindset. They are not the last villages in the country. What you can see at the borders is the first village in my country...I am delighted that special… pic.twitter.com/Np9PC2ODDp
— ANI (@ANI) August 15, 2023
08:44 (IST)
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15,000 women self-help groups to be trained for drone operation, says PM Modi
PM Narendra Modi said that the government will launch a programme to teach 15,000 women self-help organisations in drone operation and maintenance in order to enhance agriculture growth in the country.
He stated that the government will place a greater emphasis on regional ambitions in order to promote all areas of the country.
08:41 (IST)
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India will be among the top three economies in the world, says PM Modi
#WATCH | It is Modi’s guarantee that India will be among the top three economies in the world in the next 5 years, says PM Modi on #IndependenceDay2023 pic.twitter.com/kMRVpyVoCv
— ANI (@ANI) August 15, 2023
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‘Have to address regional aspirations’, PM Modi asserts
“We have to address regional aspirations; India will not be developed if even one part is lagging behind,” states PM Modi in his Independence Day address.
08:38 (IST)
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PM Modi speaks on the importance of women-led development in his address
"The one thing that will take the country forward is women-led development. Today, we can proudly say that India has the maximum number of pilots in civil aviation. Women scientists are leading the Chandrayaan mission. The G20 countries are also recognising the importance of women-led development...", says PM Modi.
08:37 (IST)
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Over 13.5 crore people came out of poverty in five years, says PM Modi
On the occasion of the country's 77th Independence Day, Prime Minister Narendra Modi stated that in his last five years in office, around 13.5 crore people had moved out of poverty and into the neo-middle class and middle class.
08:32 (IST)
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'India's capabilities in space technology are rising rapidly,' says PM Modi
"India's capabilities in space technology are rising rapidly. Deep sea mission, modernisation of railways - Vande Bharat, Bullet train - we are working on all. Internet has reached village. While we are working on nano urea, we are also focusing on organic farming," says PM Modi in his Independence Day speech.
08:30 (IST)
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‘Want to thank the mothers, sisters and daughters,’ PM Modi says
In his address, PM Modi says, "I want to thank the mothers, sisters and daughters of my country for their capability. I want to thank the farmers for their efforts that India is moving ahead in the agriculture sector. I thank the workers and laborers for their contribution as India is moving modernity."
08:28 (IST)
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‘Taken many measures to control inflation in the country’ says PM Modi
#WATCH | PM Modi says, "We have taken many measures to control inflation in the country and our effort in this direction will continue". pic.twitter.com/i1A3eVtI6F
— ANI (@ANI) August 15, 2023
08:27 (IST)
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India made all efforts to control inflation, says PM Modi
#WATCH | PM Narendra Modi says, "The world has still not recovered from Corona. The war gave rise to another crisis. Today, the world is facing the crisis of inflation. Inflation has the entire global economy in its clutches...It is unfortunate that when we import goods of our… pic.twitter.com/hTsykudGSc
— ANI (@ANI) August 15, 2023
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India will be among top three economies in five years, says PM Modi
PM Modi, in his speech on the 77th Independence Day, said that India will be among the top three economies in five years.
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PM Modi launches Vishwakarma scheme
On Vishwakarma Jayanti, the government will launch Vishwakarma Yojana with 13,000 crore to 15,000 crore for those who work with hands and tools, mostly OBCs, sutar, sonar, rajmistri, dhobi, barbers will get a boost, states PM Modi.
08:17 (IST)
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‘We stopped leakages and created a strong economy’, states PM Modi
#WATCH | PM Narendra Modi says, "When we came to power in 2014, we were at the 10th position in the global economic system. Today, with the efforts of 140 Crore Indians, we have reached the fifth position, This did not happen just like that. The demon of corruption that had the… pic.twitter.com/gkSrKfFxvg
— ANI (@ANI) August 15, 2023
On August 15, Prime Minister Narendra Modi will address the nation from the ramparts of the historic Red Fort in the national capital.
This marks PM Modi’s tenth consecutive Independence Day address. PM Modi will give his address at 7:30 am, following the hoisting of the national flag from the ramparts of Delhi’s Red Fort. Around 1,800 individuals from all walks of life have been invited to participate in the Independence Day festivities.
More than 400 Sarpanches from 660 vibrant villages, 250 from the Farmer Producer Organisations scheme, 50 each from the Pradhan Mantri Kisan Samman Nidhi Scheme and Pradhan Mantri Kaushal Vikas Yojana, 50 Shram Yogis from the Central Vista project, and 50 each primary school teachers, nurses, and fishermen are among the special guests.