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Delhi’s toxic air is turning iconic Red Fort black, scientists warn

Black crusts up to half a millimetre thick found on walls exposed to heavy traffic

The Independent UK · Sep 17, 2025

"Keep challenging yourself": Milind Soman's fitness mantra for all

Milind Soman finished a 240 kilometer Unity Run at Vasai Virar Fort recently. India's undefeated and most popular fitness icon covered 240 kilometers bare foot from Pune on August 10. With the third edition of the Unity Run, Milind has covered over 1100 kilometers. The first Unity Run saw him…

The Times of India · Aug 27, 2024

You are an important part of my 2036 team, helping India host the Olympics: PM Narendra Modi to Paris 2024 Olympians

During his Independence Day speech from the Red Fort, Prime Minister Narendra Modi had mentioned about India's endeavour to host the 2036 Olympics. The day after that, while meeting the Paris 2024 contingent, the PM sought feedback from the Indian athletes to ensure that the country is best prepared in…

The Times of India · Aug 16, 2024

When CJI D Y Chandrachud returned PM Modi’s compliments with folded hands

NEW DELHI: Prime Minister Narendra Modi, while addressing the nation from the ramparts of the Red Fort on Independence Day on Tuesday, praised the Supreme Court for its decision to provide the operative parts of its judgments to the concerned people in their regional language. Chief Justice of India (CJI)…

The Times of India · Aug 15, 2023

Congress alleges PM Modi’s Independence Day speech filled with ‘distortions, lies, exaggerations and vague promises’

NEW DELHI: The principal opposition Congress party on Tuesday lashed out at Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s Independence Day speech from the ramparts of the Red Fort terming it as a "crass election speech filled with distortions, lies, exaggerations and vague promises". It also accused the PM of making the event…

The Times of India · Aug 15, 2023

Congress chief Mallikarjun Kharge bypasses Independence Day event at Red Fort, says democracy under threat

NEW DELHI: Congress president and leader of opposition in the Rajya Sabha Mallikarjun Kharge on Tuesday absented himself from the Independence Day function at the Red Fort. He hoisted the national flag at the party headquarters in the national capital where he attacked the Modi government alleging that democracy and…

The Times of India · Aug 15, 2023

Upcoming G-20 summit gilds Independence Day celebrations

Celebrations at Red Fort for 77th Independence Day: Thousands flocked to Red Fort in New Delhi to celebrate the nation's 77th Independence Day, with dignitaries, students, and citizens in attendance. PM Modi paid tribute to Mahatma Gandhi and unfurled the tricolour, followed by a 21 Gun Salute and national anthem.…

The Hindu · Aug 15, 2023

Vishwakarma scheme, economy, Manipur: Key takeaways from Modi’s Independence Day speech

With the Red Fort’s ramparts missing the usual heavy floral decorations this time, Prime Minister  Narendra Modi began his Independence Day speech by referring to citizens as his “parivarjan” (family members), instead of his usual “mere pyaare deshwaasiyon” (my beloved countrymen).

Newslaundry · Aug 15, 2023

PM Modi addresses countrymen as ‘Parivarjan’ in his 10th Independence Day speech

Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Tuesday addressed fellow countrymen as 'parivarjan' (family members) on the 77th Independence Day. Read further on Dynamite News

Dynamite News · Aug 15, 2023

Happy Independence Day 2023: Best Wishes, Quotes, Slogans, Poster Drawing Ideas and Captions

It was at the stroke of midnight on August 15, 1947, when India finally attained freedom from the British Raj for over 200 years. And so, in memory of this historic event, India's Independence Day is celebrated on August 15 every year. It's a day when Indians remember the selfless…

The Times of India · Aug 13, 2023