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U.S. warns Russia "stepping up efforts" against civilians in Ukraine as independence day nears

The U.S. Embassy in Kyiv has urged American citizens to leave amid concerns Putin may launch a fresh offensive in Ukraine.

Axios

Macron vows ‘long term’ EU support for Ukraine on eve of Independence Day

French President Emmanuel Macron on Tuesday joined other Western leaders in voicing ongoing solidarity with Ukraine as the country nears its anniversary of independence from Soviet rule and the Russian invasion nears its six-month mark. Read about the day's events as they unfolded on our liveblog. All times are Paris…

France 24

Ukraine cites risk of 'brutal strikes' by Russia on Independence Day

With Ukraine set to mark its independence from Soviet rule in 1991 and six months since Russian forces invaded, President Volodymyr Zelenskiy warned of the risk of "brutal strikes" by Russia and said any attack would provoke a powerful response.

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Russia-Ukraine war: Kyiv bans Independence Day celebrations

Ukraine’s capital bans events celebrating independence from Soviet rule, citing threat of renewed Russian attacks.

Al Jazeera

Zelensky warns of ‘vicious’ attack on Ukraine ahead of Independence Day

It comes after a Russian missile hit a residential area of a southern Ukrainian town not far from a nuclear power station, wounding 12 civilians

Evening Standard

TV Newsance 183: Anupam Kher’s Nehru bashing on News18, injustice to Bilkis Bano

This week, we look at Network 18’s Independence Day special programme that tracked the history of India through the speeches of its prime ministers from 1947 to 2022. In a one-hour show, the host, Anupam Kher, spent about seven minutes on Jawaharlal Nehru and 15 minutes or so on Narendra…

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‘Denied’ opportunity on Independence Day, Dalit panchayat president hoists national flag at Pudukottai government school

Tamilarasan who had hoisted the national flag at the Senthakudi panchayat office on Independence Day had a feeling that he was not given an opportunity to hoist the flag at the government school, says Collector Kavitha Ramu

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After Independence Day, how can India get rid of 200m flags?

Narendra Modi urged his people to fly the national flag but strict rules govern its disposal and offenders can go to jail

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Andhra Pradesh: three fire officers in jubilant mood after receiving medals from Chief Minister

Officials of State Disaster Response and Fire Service Department of North Andhra region were in a jubilant mood with the presentation of fire service medals to three officials for their meritorious service during several calamities, including Hudhud and Titli cyclones, which caused devastation in the region. Srikakulam District Chief Fire Officer…

The Hindu

Master plan for AIIMS redevelopment submitted for approval to Centre: Randeep Guleria

A master plan to re-develop All India Institute of Medical Science (AIIMS) has been submitted to the government, the director of AIIMS, Dr Randeep Guleria said on the occasion of the 75th Independence Day. Read more on Dynamite News:

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BJP misuses paramilitary forces, police to transport ill-gotten money to party offices: Rajasthan CM Ashok Gehlot

Chief Minister of Rajasthan Ashok Gehlot made the remarks on August 15 while addressing a programme at the Shaheed Memorial in Jaipur on the occasion of Independence Day.

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Tricolour in hand, patriotism in heart

Flag-hoisting, parades and colourful cultural events mark Independence Day celebrations in Telangana

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RSS general secretary Dattatreya Hosabale participates in I-Day event

RSS All India General Secretary Dattareya Hosabale participated in the Independence Day celebration

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Stalin attends Independence Day reception at Raj Bhavan

Prominent leaders from the AIADMK and the BJP give it a miss

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Andhra Pradesh: ‘Kumkis’ add a dash of grandeur to I-Day celebrations in Chittoor

The elephants held the Tricolour aloft as they majestically took part in the parade

Evening Standard

What is India’s Independence Day? Here is everything you need to know

India celebrates its 75th year of independence from Britain on Monday

The Hindu

Non-violence freedom movement model to world: Ashok

At Independence Day celebrations in Mandya, Revenue Minister says Mysugar factory to start operations from this month

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Two electrocuted while hoisting national flag

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Restored commemorative arch reopens on Independence Day

Independence Day celebrations at Keezha Valadi near Lalgudi were made more joyous on Monday by the reopening of a commemorative arch built to honour the contribution of soldiers from the region to World War 1 (1914-18) as part of the British troops.

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‘Congress laid foundation for today’s India’

Telangana Congress celebrated Independence Day hoisting the national flag at Gandhi Bhavan followed by the Azadi ka Gaurav Yatra from the party headquarters to Jawaharlal Nehru statue in Abids wherein all the senior leaders participated.

The Hindu

9-km-long tricolour taken out in procession in Kalaghatagi

Independence day celebrations turned vibrant with a large number of people from the town and nearby villages carrying the flag

The Hindu

Andhra Pradesh: ‘Nation first’ should be every citizen’s motto, says Naidu

TDP chief takes part in 75th Independence Day celebrations

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Policeman, injured in Srinagar shootout, dies: J&K Police

Militants were planning a ‘major attack’ on the security forces on the eve of Independence Day, said police sources

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Basavaraj Bommai announces new schemes in his Independence Day speech

Children of solider martyrs will get government job, ₹ 250 crore to build toilets in government schools, “Raitha Vidhyanidhi” extended to other groups

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Most social issues have been addressed in Andhra Pradesh in the past three years, says CM Jagan Mohan Reddy

Chief Minister Jagan Mohan Reddy hoisted the national flag as part of the 76th Independence Day celebrations at Indira Gandhi Municipal Corporation stadium

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