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79th Independence Day: PM Modi delivers longest speech at 103 minutes; breaks previous 98-minute record

jimiinside — Fri, 15 Aug 2025 06:59:08 +0000

Prime Minister Narendra Modi delivered his longest Independence Day speech from the Red Fort, addressing the nation for over 100 minutes and announcing multiple schemes. This marked his 12th consecutive address, surpassing Indira Gandhi’s record but still behind Jawaharlal Nehru. Modi, wearing a saffron turban, urged citizens to work towards building a developed India.

Independence Day: US extends warm wishes; calls ‘historical ties’ with India ‘consequential and far-reaching’

jimiinside — Fri, 15 Aug 2025 06:59:06 +0000

The United States congratulated India on its 79th Independence Day, highlighting the significant and extensive historical ties between the two nations. Both countries share a vision for a more peaceful, prosperous, and secure Indo-Pacific region, collaborating across various sectors including technology and space.

Independence Day 2025: Tiranga, Operation Sindoor banner soar above Red Fort – video

jimiinside — Fri, 15 Aug 2025 06:59:05 +0000

India’s 79th Independence Day celebrated the success of Operation Sindoor, targeting terror sites in Pakistan and PoK. PM Modi, addressing the nation from Red Fort, asserted India’s firm stance against terrorism, vowing to hold Pakistan accountable for any future aggression. He lauded the armed forces for their unprecedented action during Operation Sindoor, setting a new standard in combating cross-border terrorism and avenging the Pahalgam attack.

Independence Day: PM Modi warns ‘India will not tolerate nuclear threats’; strong message to Pakistan from Red Fort

jimiinside — Fri, 15 Aug 2025 06:59:03 +0000

Independence Day 2025: ‘Country’s demography is being changed’- Top quotes from PM’s speech

jimiinside — Fri, 15 Aug 2025 06:59:02 +0000

Prime Minister Narendra Modi addressed the nation from the Red Fort on the 79th Independence Day, marking his 12th consecutive address. He paid tribute to Mahatma Gandhi and hoisted the flag, emphasising the theme of ‘Naya Bharat’ and the vision of ‘Viksit Bharat’ by 2047. Modi saluted the armed forces and highlighted India’s stance against nuclear threats, referencing actions taken after the Pahalgam attack.