As it happened: PM Modi's first Independence Day speech of his second term

Issues that were left unaddressed for 70 years have been realised in 70 days: PM Modi

PM Modi said that issues that were left unaddressed for 70 years have been realised in 70 days. "This is no longer the time to either defer our problems or to nurture them. You have sent me here to remove your problems and we are doing just that," the PM said.

One Nation, One constitution: PM Modi

In the political alleys of India, some kept opposing the abrogation of Article 370 and Article 35A. Now they are being asked if this was so important, why did you not make it permanent in the last 70 years? They keep saying what has happened is wrong but did they have any solutions? No. During the difficult times of independence, people like Vallabhai Patel took very tough and valiant decisions. But because of Article 370, there emerged problems. Today, as I address the nation, I can say that every citizen can proudly say it is one nation one constitution.

PM Modi greets nation on Independence Day, Rakhi

PM Narendra Modi extends greetings to the countrymen on the occasion of Independence Day and Rakhi. He also expressed grief over the loss of lives due to heavy rains in a few states of the country and assured that the Centre and states are helping the affected people.

New Delhi on high alert

Delhi has been put on high alert in view of Independence Day celebrations. Security has been ramped up in the national capital with police barriers put in place across the city. Heavy police deployments have been made in areas within a 3 km radius of the Red Fort from where Prime Minister Narendra Modi will address the nation on Thursday morning to mark the 73rd Independence Day of India.

PM Modi likely to focus on 'New India' in his address to nation on Independence Day

Prime Minister Narendra Modi is likely to focus on the theme of 'New India' in his address to the nation on 73rd Independence Day on Thursday.

To mark what will be his sixth consecutive address to the nation, 3,500 girl students drawn from 41 government schools in the national capital, 5,000 boys and 700 NCC cadets of 17 schools will display 'strength in unity' by the formation of words, 'Naya Bharat' (New India).

Changes in J&K will enable people to enjoy similar rights as others in India: President Kovind

On the eve of India's Independence Day, President Kovind addressed the nation today asserting that recent changes in Jammu & Kashmir including Ladakh would be of immense benefit to the region.