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Key takeaways from PM Modi's Independence Day speech

Delivering his sixth Independence Day speech from the ramparts of the Red Fort, PM Modi said, "GST brought to life the dream of One Nation, One Tax. India has also achieved One Nation, One Grid in the energy sector. Arrangements have been made for One Nation, One Mobility Card and today, India is talking about One Nation, One Election. The discussion on this should happen democratically." #IndependenceDay

Aug 15, 2019, 12:28 PM IST

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Governor Satya Pal Malik unfurls National Flag at Srinagar's Sher-i-Kashmir stadium

Governor Satya Pal Malik hoisted the National Tricolour at the Sher-e-Kashmir stadium in the first Independence Day celebration in Jammu and Kashmir after the abrogation of its special status.

Aug 15, 2019, 12:00 PM IST

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PM Modi addresses nation on its 73rd Independence day celebration from the ramparts of the Red Fort

Prime Minister Narendra Modi has begun his address from the ramparts of the Red Fort by conveying Independence Day greetings. Then he says 'We do not believe in creating problems or dragging them. In less than 70 days of our new Government, Article 370 was revoked, and in both Houses of Parliament, 2/3rd of the members supported this move. The old system in Jammu, Kashmir and Ladakh led to corruption, nepotism but there was injustice when it came to rights of women, children, Dalits, tribal communities.

Aug 15, 2019, 11:32 AM IST

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'India will have Chief of Defence Staff' announces PM Modi in his Independence day speech

PM Modi addresses nation on its 73rd Independence day celebration from the ramparts of the Red Fort. 'India will have Chief of Defence Staff' announces PM Modi in his Independence day speech

Aug 15, 2019, 10:44 AM IST

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PM Modi unfurls national flag from the Red fort, nation chants 'National Anthem'

India on Thursday is celebrating its 73rd Independence Day with many events across the country. Prime Minister Narendra Modi unfurled the national flag at the majestic Red Fort.

Aug 15, 2019, 08:12 AM IST

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PM Modi reaches Rajghat, pays tribute to Mahatama Gandhi

PM Modi on Thursday pays tribute to Mahatama Gandhi at Rajghat on the occasion of 73rd Independence Day

Aug 15, 2019, 08:04 AM IST

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Morning Breaking: Young India Adhikar March to protest against govt’s policies

Students and youth from over 50 organisations from across the country are expected to participate in the Young India Adhikar March on Thursday. This comes after a month-long campaign across the country to protest the Central government’s education policy and growing unemployment.

Feb 07, 2019, 09:54 AM IST