Red Fort

Neeru Sangotra among 25 teachers invited to listen to PM speech at Red Fort

August 14, 2023 6:22 am

Speaking to DD Punjab, Sangotra thanked Modi for inviting her as a special guest and recognise her commitment towards teaching young students.

1,800 special guests, selfie points: Stage set for 77th Independence Day celebrations

August 13, 2023 3:49 pm

PM Modi will unfurl the National Flag which will be followed by the 21-gun salute, the customary address at the Red Fort and conclude with the national anthem which will be sung by NCC cadets from across the country.

From Red Fort to flights: Police get 106 bomb hoax calls in 3 yrs

April 13, 2023 2:42 am

Of the total cases across Delhi, most hoax bomb calls were reported in the East district, with 53 calls, followed by North which saw 16 hoax bomb calls resulting in the arrest of four.

Delhi News Highlights: Delhi govt to observe six dry days between Jan 26 and March 31

January 24, 2023 12:00 am

Delhi News Highlights: This comes after the Delhi government's decision to revert to the old excise policy, which provides for dry days on gazetted holidays.

Red Fort’s light and sound show returns

January 11, 2023 8:03 am

"Those who don't learn from history can't envision a great country," said Amit Shah.

Play on Chhatrapati Shivaji returns to Delhi after 4 years

October 30, 2022 10:32 am

Pune-based organisation Maharaja Shivchhatrapati Pratishthan has planned five shows at Red Fort ground starting from November 2.

5,000 a day expected, preparation begins for Red Fort Ramlila

September 26, 2022 6:40 am

A senior police officer said that gates will be used by the general public for entry and exit. “We are expecting the Prime Minister and parliamentarians at the venue,” the officer said.

Mood at Red Fort upbeat despite overcast sky on I-Day, visitors pleasantly surprised by arrangements

August 16, 2022 9:22 am

The Independence Day celebrations at the Red Fort were kicked off by helicopters that rained down petals on the guests. On the streets, stalls popped up to take advantage of the crowds, with kulfi vendors and flag pin sellers navigating the traffic.

Independence Day celebrations hit traffic movement on key roads across Delhi

August 15, 2022 11:30 am

According to the police advisory, all Delhi borders have been closed due to security reasons, which has led to heavy traffic on the DND flyover, Barapullah, Tikri border, Jharoda and Apsara Road. Roads around Red Fort have also been closed for the official event.

Explained: What is ATAGS, the indigenous howitzer used in Independence Day 21-gun salute?

August 16, 2022 1:00 pm

Prime Minister Narendra Modi also referred to the gun while speaking about the Atmanirbhar Bharat initiative of the Centre during his Independence Day speech.

In pictures: Glimpses of 'Jai Hind', a sound and light show at Red Fort

January 12, 2023 11:09 am

The Sound and Light Show was inaugurated by Home Minister of India Amit Shah at the Red Fort, Delhi on Tuesday.

Independence Day 2022: Preparation in full swing at Red Fort in national capital

August 11, 2022 10:24 pm

In pictures: International Yoga Day celebrations around the country

June 21, 2021 5:40 pm

The proposal to start Yoga Day was introduced by PM Modi in his address during the opening of the 69th session of the General Assembly in 2014.

Independence Day 2019: Preparations begin with full dress rehearsal at Red Fort

August 13, 2019 10:59 am

PM Modi will hoist the Tricolour at the Red Fort on Thursday. Following which he is scheduled to deliver a speech to the nation. This will be his first Independence Day speech after securing a thumping victory in the recently-concluded elections.

Independence Day 2018: Dress rehearsal ahead of celebrations on August 15

August 14, 2018 8:24 pm

Independence Day 2018 full dress rehearsal was held at Red Fort on Monday.

Narendra Modi calls himself Pradhan Sevak at maiden Independence Day speech

August 15, 2014 8:12 pm

Addressing the nation on India’s 68th Independence Day, Prime Minister Narendra Modi departed from tradition and spoke extempore on his vision of India.

Rehearsals in full swing ahead of Independence Day celebrations

August 13, 2014 4:49 pm

Full dress rehearsal of 68th Independence Day at Red Fort on Wednesday.

Pakistan PM Nawaz Sharif offers prayers at Jama Masjid

May 27, 2014 11:56 am

Pakistan Prime Minister Nawaz Sharif on Tuesday offered prayers at the historic Jama Masjid.

Life inside the Red Fort, through the eyes of historian Rana Safvi

June 22, 2020 6:04 pm

At a special event introducing her latest book, Rana Safvi gave a tour of what Mughal life looked like inside the Red Fort.

PM Modi announces Ayushman Bharat, says the scheme will cover 50 crore people

June 22, 2020 6:19 pm

The National Health Protection Scheme aims to provide health cover up to Rs 5 lakh per family per year. The scheme will be rolled out on September 25, on the occasion of Deen Dayal Upadhyay’s anniversary.

From Red Fort, PM Narendra Modi promises to double farmers' income by 2022

June 22, 2020 6:19 pm

"A lot of people raise doubts about this. But we are firm in our decision. We want to excel in innovation and bring0-in record production of food grains," PM Modi said, talking about blue revolution, fish revolution, sweet revolution in the country.

From condemning rape to promising Triple Talaq Bill, Narendra Modi makes a pitch to women voters in I-day speech

June 22, 2020 6:19 pm

From Red Fort, Narendra Modi pitches to women voters; condemns rape, promises permanent commission for women and triple talaq bill. See more: https://bit.ly/2M2t86i