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‘Weekend Masti’ off to a colourful start

Karimnagar celebrated 77th Independence Day with a grand 'Weekend Masti' event. Fireworks lit up the sky over the cable-stayed bridge as artistes from Hyderabad and other places performed before a large audience. Minister G. Kamalakar, MLA Rasamayi Balakishan, former MLC Naradasu Laxman Rao, Collector B. Gopi, Police Commissioner L. Subbarayudu…

The Hindu · Aug 15, 2023

Patriotic fervour marks Independence Day celebrations in North Karnataka

Patriotic fervour marked Independence Day celebrations in North Karnataka. District in-charge Ministers hoisted the national flag and announced new schemes. In Belagavi, a 10-km flyover and a new Deputy Commissioner's office will be constructed. In Vijayapura, an airport and power distribution sub-centres will be set up. In Bagalkot, 11 lift…

The Hindu · Aug 15, 2023

Lalbagh flower show records 8.26 lakh footfall

Lalbagh Botanical Garden's Independence Day flower show drew 2.45 lakh visitors on its final day, with 8.26 lakh footfall overall. 4 lakh tickets were sold over the weekend, earning ₹3.67 crore from tickets, ₹27 lakh from stall rent and ₹2.91 lakh from exhibitors. Free entry was given on all gates…

The Hindu · Aug 15, 2023

An island in the Godavari where the tricolor has stopped fluttering for years

Edurlamma Lanka, a tiny island in East Godavari, has gone four years without celebrating Independence Day. With no school, children lack access to education and the concept of patriotism. Fisherfolk families sustain their livelihood through fishing in the river, while girls remain homebound, shouldering household responsibilities. Despite the Collector's promise…

The Hindu · Aug 15, 2023

From felicitating freedom fighters to presenting awards to KSRTC drivers, Mysuru celebrates 77th Independence Day with great enthusiasm

Mysuru celebrates 77th I-Day: Freedom fighters felicitated, KSRTC drivers awarded, march past & cultural programmes.

The Hindu · Aug 15, 2023

Development has reached every doorstep under YSRCP rule, says Deputy CM

Deputy Chief Minister Kalathuru Narayanaswamy has stated that the YSR Congress government ensured the fruits of development reached every doorstep in the State. Addressing the 77th Independence Day celebrations at the police parade ground after inspecting the guard of honour here on Tuesday, he said the State clocked formidable achievements…

The Hindu · Aug 15, 2023

Dignitaries stress constitutional values, welfare, poverty alleviation during Independence Day celebrations in Andhra Pradesh

The 77th Independence Day was celebrated across Andhra Pradesh with the hoisting of the national flag at the Legislative Assembly, Council, Secretariat, and High Court on August 15 (Tuesday). Dignitaries, who took part in the celebrations, highlighted the State’s commitment to democratic spirit.

The Hindu · Aug 15, 2023

Independence Day celebrated in Alappuzha

Various programmes marked the 77th Independence Day celebrations in Alappuzha district on Tuesday.

The Hindu · Aug 15, 2023

Independence day celebrated in Kottayam

Delivering the Independence Day message in Kottayam, Water Resources Minister Roshy Augustine called upon the people to fight against the destructive forces that pose a threat to the unity and integrity of the nation.

The Hindu · Aug 15, 2023

Mysuru Railway Division nets ₹897 cr. freight revenue last year

Mysuru Division celebrates 77th Independence Day with great fanfare. DRM Shilpi Agarwal highlights achievements in multiple spheres, including operational safety, disaster management, infrastructure & connectivity, passenger security & punctuality, and freight loading & revenue generation. #IndependenceDay #MysuruDivision #AzadiKaAmritMahotsav #AmritKaal #SWR #RailwaySportsGround

The Hindu · Aug 15, 2023