Tag: Independence Day 2022

  • Boris Johnson hails ‘thriving Living Bridge’ on India’s 76th Independence Day

    Prime Minister Boris Johnson led the seventy fifth anniversary of India’s Independence Day celebrations within the UK on Monday with a throwback picture from Sabarmati Ashram throughout his go to to Gujarat earlier this yr.

    “Congratulations to the people of India on 75 years of independence,” he stated.

    “During my recent visit to Gujarat and New Delhi I saw for myself the thriving Living Bridge between our countries. I look forward to seeing these bonds go from strength to strength in the next 75 years,” Johnson tweeted, together with a picture of him paying tribute to Mahatma Gandhi in Ahmedabad.

    Congratulations to the folks of India on 75 years of independence.

    During my latest go to to Gujarat and New Delhi I noticed for myself the thriving Living Bridge between our nations. I sit up for seeing these bonds go from energy to energy within the subsequent 75 years. pic.twitter.com/4G3RcUBUsS

    — Boris Johnson (@BorisJohnson) August 15, 2022

    Opposition Labour Party Leader Keir Starmer additionally took to Twitter to convey Independence Day needs to Indians and British Indians.

    “I’m proud of the Labour Party’s role in supporting India to gain independence,” Starmer stated in his video message.

    Our financial system, our public companies and so many elements of our cultural life have been formed by generations of British Indians.

    The Labour Party sends greatest needs to the folks of India and the British Indian neighborhood as they rejoice 75 years of independence. pic.twitter.com/Hl368JHr3V

    — The Labour Party (@UKLabour) August 15, 2022

    “Our 1945 manifesto made clear our commitment to Indian self-government. And in 1947, Clement Attlee, as Labour Prime Minister, passed the Indian Independence Act.

    “Since then, Labour has been at the forefront of promoting values of internationalism and cooperation abroad while building an inclusive society at home. Today we celebrate the vibrant, multi-faith democracy that India has become,” he’s heard saying within the video, alongside photographs from his visits to temples within the UK.

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    Navendu Mishra, a Labour Party member of Parliament of Indian-origin, additionally issued an announcement to announce that the Opposition celebration was reviving an Indian diaspora-focussed group to coincide with the seventy fifth Independence anniversary celebrations.

    “The Labour Convention for Indian Organisations (LCIO) has been reinvigorated to inclusively connect British Indians to Labour and to engage India on the big issues of our time namely the climate crisis, sustainable development and enhancing internationalism,” he stated.

    Admitting a difficult relationship with India and the diaspora lately, he added: “Watching British Indians such as [Conservative Party leadership finalist] Rishi Sunak rise to the top is inspiring for many people in the British Indian community.” “Organisations such as the Conservative Friends of India regularly engage with the community and organise for the community’s interests within the party. Thus, reinvigorating the Labour Convention of Indian Organisations on India’s 75th Independence Day is crucial for the rebirth of the Labour-India relationship,” Mishra stated.

    During the annual flag hoisting ceremony on the Indian High Commission in London, Acting High Commissioner of India Sujit Ghosh learn from President Droupadi Murmu’s deal with to the nation.

    The conventional Independence Day celebrations included a rendition of the National Anthem ‘Jana Gana Mana’ and patriotic songs and concluded with the distribution of certificates to the winners of the ‘Azadi Ka Amrit Mahotsav Quiz Competition’.

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    The Indian consulates across the UK have been equally celebrating ‘Azadi Ka Amrit Mahotsav’ with a collection of occasions and initiatives over the course of the yr.

    The particular seventy fifth anniversary of Independence celebrations within the UK additionally consists of the arrival of INS Tarangini on the West India Docks at Canary Wharf in east London, welcomed with an enthusiastic diaspora turnout on Sunday.

    The Indian Navy tall crusing ship will probably be based mostly on the Thames Quay till Thursday and play host to a particular Independence Day celebration on Monday night.

    Resonating with Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s ‘Har Ghar Tiranga’ marketing campaign, members of the Indian diaspora additionally unfurled a tricolour at a house in west London the place Indian religious chief Sri Aurobindo lived within the nineteenth century.

    “Independence Day 2022 coincides with the 150th birth anniversary of Sri Aurobindo, great freedom fighter, yogi, philosopher, poet & nationalist! On this occasion, taking the Har Ghar Tiranga campaign to the building in Shepherd’s Bush, London where Sri Aurobindo lived in 1884-87,” the Indian High Commission tweeted.

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  • Ghazipur News: Sarju Pandey, the Kotwali who had ‘burned’ throughout the British period, fortunately accepted the allegations in entrance of the choose

    Ghazipur: On August 5, 1942, below the management of Sarju Pandey, the frequent individuals set the Qasimabad Kotwali on hearth. Along with this, the weapons of the British police have been looted. After this incident, Pandey gladly accepted all the costs in opposition to him in entrance of the British choose. Sarju Pandey was elected MP of Ghazipur a number of instances after independence. In that period, impressed by Sarju Pandey, many youths actively participated within the freedom motion.

    On August 5, 1942, the ambiance in opposition to the British in the entire nation was at its peak. Under the management of Sarju Pandey, a gaggle of youth gathered from many villages collectively, elevating their voice in opposition to the British rule, went in the direction of Kasimabad Kotwali. As the convoy of individuals began shifting ahead, different individuals began becoming a member of the gang. When the gang reached Qasimabad Kotwali, the liberty fighters set the Kotwali on hearth. The British police personnel posted at Kotwali had no thought about this upfront. He ran away after saving his life from the Kotwali. In this arson, the British authorities convicted 51 individuals. Out of all this, Sarju Pandey freely accepted the allegations in opposition to him in entrance of the choose. After which he needed to keep in jail for a very long time.

    Sarju Pandey was born on 19 November 1917 in Urha village of Kasimabad police station. From childhood, he saved elevating his voice in opposition to the feudal system. After becoming a member of the Congress Qaumi Seva Dal within the 12 months 1936, he jumped into the liberty wrestle. From 1940 to 1946, Pandey was jailed a number of instances for his lively involvement within the actions associated to the liberty motion.

    After popping out of jail in 1946, he took over the reins of the Communist Party of India and shaped the district unit. Sarju Pandey, who was lively within the Communist Party for a very long time, shocked everybody by profitable the Lok Sabha and Vidhan Sabha elections concurrently within the 1957 elections. This was the interval when there was Congress wave all over the place. Then the elections to the Lok Sabha and the Legislative Assembly have been held concurrently. Sarju Pandey additionally received a proposal to hitch the Nehru cabinet, which he turned down. Comrade Pandey’s title is understood even right now for elevating the voice of atrocities and poor individuals. He died on 25 August 1989 whereas present process therapy in Russia.
    Input: Amitesh Kumar Singh

  • Days after assembly CWG athletes, PM Modi says clear choice with out nepotism received India medals

    Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Monday credited India’s current success in sporting occasions to the transparency within the choice course of.

    Addressing the nation from Red Fort on the 76th Independence Day, Modi mentioned: “We saw in the recently concluded sports events we did well. It’s not that we didn’t have talent earlier, but transparent selection bereft of nepotism has led to Indian scoring medals.”

    Modi, on Saturday, hosted the India’s Commonwealth Games contingent at his residence to felicitate the gamers. Before the athletes left for Birmingham, the PM had interacted with them nearly. Modi, at his residence, had lauded the efficiency of the athletes and mentioned that the “golden period of Indian sports” was knocking on the doorways.

    The Indian athletes in Birmingham claimed 61 medals – 22 gold, 16 silver and 23 bronze.

    This is just not the primary time PM Modi has pressured that nepotism in sports activities must be weeded out.

    Earlier this 12 months, talking on the eleventh version of `Khel Mahakumbh’, an annual sports activities competitors organized by the Gujarat authorities, he had mentioned that the shortage of transparency within the collection of gamers is a factor of the previous.

    “Just like Bhai-Bhatija-waad (nepotism) in politics, there was lack of transparency in the selection of players for sports competitions. This was a huge factor due to which our players’ talent was wasted. They used to struggle all their lives against such difficulties,” he mentioned.

    “But the situation has changed now and players are touching the sky. The shine of gold and silver medals is boosting the confidence of our youngsters.”

    On India’s wonderful efficiency within the Tokyo Olympics and Paralympics, the PM had mentioned: “This is just the beginning because India will neither get tired nor stop here.Days are not far when we will win several gold medals.”

  • Happy Independence Day 2022: Shershaah to Major, Bollywood Films That Evoke Patriotism

    Independence Day Films to Watch: On August 15, 2022, India commemorates its seventy fifth anniversary of Independence. Many filmmakers throughout a long time have grown from sentimental patriotism depicted in movies like Purab Aur Paschim and Kranti to rejoice the ability of Indian residents and to showcase the wonder and bravado of our nation, in addition to India’s wrestle for freedom and patriotism. To commemorate this event, watch a few of the greatest Bollywood movies that may make you’re feeling proud to be an Indian.Also Read – Historic! Tricolour Hoisted Atop Ghanta Ghar in Srinagar’s Lal Chowk on 76th I-Day | SEE Photos And Videos Here

    Bollywood Films to Watch on Independence Day 2022:

    Shershaah: Kiara Advani and Sidharth Malhotra starrer Shershaah was one of the beloved movies of 2021. Based on the lifetime of Kargil warfare hero Captain Vikram Batra, who laid down his life within the service of the nation whereas recapturing Indian territories from Pakistani intruders through the Kargil War in 1999. The movie was premiered on Amazon Prime Video. Also Read – Independence Day 2022: DMRC Suspends Parking, Delhi Police Issues Traffic Advisory. Check Routes To Avoid Today

    Shershaah

    Major: Major is a 2022 Indian biographical motion movie directed by Sashi Kiran Tikka and produced by G. Starring Adivi Sesh, the movie relies on the lifetime of Major Sandeep Unnikrishnan who was martyred within the 2008 Mumbai assaults, it stars Sesh as Unnikrishnan and co-stars Prakash Raj, Sobhita Dhulipala, Saiee Manjrekar, Revathi, Murali Sharma and Anish Kuruvilla. Also Read – Virender Sehwag’s Independence Day 2022 Patriotic Post Will Give You Goosebumps | VIRAL TWEET

    Major

    RRR: SS Rajamouli’s superhit blockbuster movie RRR that includes Ajay Devgn, Ram Charan and Jr. NTR can also be one of many patriotic movies to observe this Independence Day. Ajay had a small but impactful position of a freedom fighter impressed who dares to face in opposition to British rule with nothing however one gun in his hand and a restricted variety of bullets. There is a whole lot of desh bhakti on this large movie that you may’t miss watching!

    Swades: Swades: We, the People was launched in 2004 and is now a bonafide cult basic. Produced and directed by Ashutosh Gowariker, the movie imagines the transformation that reverse mind drain can result in in India. Shah Rukh Khan performs NRI Mohan Bhargav, who visits a small village briefly for a private purpose however then is so moved by the struggles of the individuals he comes throughout that he units up a micro-hydroelectric mission to generate electrical energy and by no means goes again. Gayatri Joshi, Kishori Ballal, Daya Shankar Pandey, Rajesh Vivek, and the late Lekh Tandon additionally starred within the movie. Watch this movie on Netflix.

    Rang de Basanti: In 1965’s Shadeed, Manoj Kumar performed Bhagat Singh and introduced residents of an unbiased India to tears. In 2006, Rakeysh Omprakash Mehra’s Rang de Basanti did the identical when it revisited the story of Bhagat Singh, Rajguru, Sukhdev, and Chandrashekhar Azad and reminded Indians to by no means take their freedom without any consideration. The movie additionally traces the journey of some buddies who’re confronted by corruption and state violence and take inspiration from India’s freedom fighters to alter their nation. The movie starred Aamir Khan, Siddharth, Sharman Joshi, Atul Kulkarni, and Kunal Kapoor and could be watched on Youtube.

    Rang de Basanti

    Chak De India: Shah Rukh Khan’s sports activities drama movie Chak De India is likely one of the most beloved movies in Indian cinema. Directed by Shimit Amin, the movie was based mostly on the journey of the Indian nationwide girls’s hockey crew, the place Shah Rukha portrayed the position of the coach of the crew. Released on August 10, 2007, the movie obtained the National Award for the Best Popular Film for Providing Wholesome Entertainment.

    Chak De India

    Border: Written and directed by J.P Dutta, the movie was impressed by true occasions that occurred through the Battle of Longewala in 1971. The India-Pakistan warfare movie starred Sunny Deol, Jackie Shroff, Suniel Shetty, Akshaye Khanna, Puneet Issar and Kulbhushan Kharbanda within the lead roles. J.P Dutta received the National Award for Best Direction in 1998.

    Border

    L.O.C Kargil: Released within the 12 months 2003, the movie starred Sanjay Dutt, Abhishek Bachchan, Ajay Devgn, Saif Ali Khan, and Akshaye Khanna within the lead roles. The historic movie was based mostly on the Kargil warfare fought between India and Pakistan in 1999. With a run time of 225 minutes, the movie is likely one of the longest Indian movies ever made.

    L.O.C Kargil

    Lakshya: Based on the 1999 Kargil War, the movie was directed by Farhan Akhtar and starred Hrithik Roshan, Priety Zinta, Boman Irani and Amitabh Bachchan within the lead roles. In ‘Lakshya’, actor Hrithik Roshan portrayed the position of an Indian Army soldier for the very first time. The movie was launched on June 18, 2004, and gathered optimistic responses from the viewers.

    Lakshya

  • Independence Day: Elderly widowed ladies of Vrindavan freshly made tricolor, Minister Smriti Irani applauded fiercely

    Mathura: Women are on the slopes of age. Their eyesight has decreased, they’ve their very own sorrows, their very own pains. However, they haven’t any much less enthusiasm, enthusiasm and enthusiasm. Widow ladies dwelling in Krishna Kutir current in Vrindavan are chickening out within the pleasure of Azadi Ka Amrit Mahotsav being celebrated on completion of 75 years of independence. He is second to none on this marketing campaign.

    Union Women and Child Development Minister Smriti Irani has tweeted a video of about three minutes of the story of the braveness of those ladies. He wrote on Twitter- ‘Azad solely understands the worth of free wings. Widow ladies dwelling in Krishna Kutir in Vrindavan, ladies victims of human trafficking, harassment, violence dwelling in Swadhar Greh and Ujjwala Homes, working ladies dwelling in Sakhi Niwas are all concerned in Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s ‘Har Ghar Tricolor’ marketing campaign. It has been advised on this video that many schemes launched beneath the management of PM Modi have performed an vital position in making these ladies sturdy and getting ready their very own sky.

    158 widows and destitute ladies live right here
    There are 6 shelter homes run by the federal government in Vrindavan, certainly one of which is Krishna Kutir. It at present homes 158 widows and destitute ladies. Everyone has their very own story. But forgetting that, all of the widow ladies dwelling in Krishna Kutir are celebrating the nectar pageant of freedom as of late. Here the nationwide flag is hoisted daily, during which all of the moms collect and sing the nationwide anthem. In the night the flag is lowered and saved.

    Elderly moms ready the tricolor
    Shilpa, who takes care of the moms at Krishna Kutir, says, ‘Many aged moms have ready the tricolor flag.’ District Probation Officer Anurag Shyam Rastogi stated that with age, after all, moms have issue in threading the needle, however regardless of this, they’ve respect for the tricolor and enthusiasm for the pageant of independence that the Central Government’s PM Kaushal Vikas Yojana Under this he ready the tricolor flag. He advised that there’s an environment of happiness amongst these previous moms concerning the Amrit pageant of independence. Every morning all of the moms take part within the flag hoisting. After the nationwide anthem, patriotic songs and hymns are sung. Their happiness is value seeing within the midst of all this.

    There may also be packages associated to the Amrit Festival of Independence
    These ladies have additionally taken coaching in making incense sticks and tulsi kanthi garlands, the official stated. On August 15, the pageant of independence might be celebrated with these moms at Krishna Kutir. On August 17, packages may also be organized within the Amrit Mahotsav of Azadi.

  • Ahead Of Independence Day 2022, Salman Khan Waves Tricolor, Bonds With Indian Navy Sailors Onboard INS Visakhapatnam- See Viral Pics

    Salman Khan On Indian Navy’s INS Visakhapatnam: Ahead of India’s seventy fifth Independence Day, Bollywood celebrity Salman Khan not too long ago spent a whole day with Indian Navy sailors onboard INS Visakhapatnam to work together with those that sacrifice their lives guarding the nation’s shores. He additionally hoisted the tricolor and was engaged in enjoyable actions with the Navy males. Heartwarming photos have been shared on social media platforms that confirmed Salman Khan interacting and dancing with the sailors, who have been thrilled to have the Dabbang star amongst them.Also Read – Salman Khan Arrives At Airport In His Bulletproof SUV Worth Rs 1.5 Crore After Getting Gun License

    Salman Khan Spends Day With Sailors On Indian Navy’s INS Visakhapatnam

    Salman, who’s at the moment busy taking pictures again to again movies, took a while off from his packed schedule and spent a day with sailors on Indian Navy’s INS Visakhapatnam.

    The actor listened to their tales and took part in a number of group actions onboard the vessel together with the one-hand pushup problem, cooking, and hoisting the nationwide flag. He additionally held an autograph session. Salman seemed dapper wearing a white shirt, black denim, and a customized navy cap for the day.

    The INS Visakhapatnam is without doubt one of the largest destroyers within the Indian Navy’s defence responsibility. It is supplied with medium-and short-range artillery, anti-submarine rockets, and complicated digital warfare and communication gear.

    On the work entrance, Salman Khan was final seen with in “Antim: The Final Truth” alongside his brother-in-law Aayush Sharma. He has an attention-grabbing pipeline of upcoming tasks like Godfather, Kabhi Eid Kabhi Diwali, Kick 2, and Tiger 3.

  • Har Ghar Tiranga: Amitabh Bachchan, Prabhas And Anushka Sharma’s Patriotic Anthem Criticised – Check Out to Know Why

    Har Ghar Tiranga: Har Ghar Tiranga anthem that includes Amitabh Bachchan, Anushka Sharma, Virat Kohli and Prabhas was launched by the Ministry of Education’s twitter deal with not too long ago. As India celebrates its seventy fifth Independence Day on August 15, celebs additionally engaged within the patriotic fervour forward of the wonderful event. The video of the music depicts India’s ‘unity in diversity’ and the spirit of Indianness. The video was captioned as, “The HAR GHAR TIRANGA Anthem is here to give you goose-bumps & immerse you in the tricolour of patriotism! Tune in to it and evoke the profound emotions of the love for your motherland.” However, a sure part of netizens complained that the video didn’t conform to the music’s theme and will have been higher with extra inclusivity.Also Read – Independence Day 2022: Why Was August 15 Chosen As Independence Day

    Check out the Har Ghar Tiranga Anthem shared by Ministry of Education:

    #HarGharTiranga : The HAR GHAR TIRANGA Anthem is right here to offer you goose-bumps & immerse you within the tricolour of patriotism!

    Tune in to it and evoke the profound feelings of affection on your motherland.#TirangaAnthem #AmritMahotsav #MainBharatHoon pic.twitter.com/JNoqRlUf8H

    — Ministry of Education (@EduMinOfIndia) August 4, 2022

    Check out the twitter reactions against the music:

    Har ghar triranga vedio is made on foundation dividing group into 2 catergare hindu and muslim why they vedio don’t function any muslims it solely function higher most group by seeing this vedio we instantly perceive what CERTRAL GOVERMENT INTENTION R SO THAT WILL NOT occur

    — S M S (@SARAFARAZAHMED) August 6, 2022

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    Only present mandir,not present masjid or church.politics music

    — Nur hossain sardar (@Nurhossian85) August 4, 2022

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    TIRANGA is Indeed in each Indian’s coronary heart ❤️ & Soul, there isn’t a want to point out off like this and really shameful that no pic or video of Mahatma Gandhi, Jawahar Lal Nehru & different freedom fighter.
    It’s nothing however advertising stunt for MODI..
    There needs to be employment in each residence.

    — Raja Ovais (@RajaOvaiskhan) August 6, 2022

    Har Ghar Tiranga anthem went viral very quickly and like another music it additionally received all types of reactions. While some netizens blamed the federal government, others identified that as a way to symbolize ‘unity in diversity’ celebs from all faiths and communities should function within the music video. Apart from illustration of minorities and inclusivity, some customers opined that Mahatma Gandhi and India’s first PM Jawharlal Nehru’s image or video isn’t proven within the music.

    While it’s vital to advocate inclusivity and specific dissent in a liberal democracy. It is equally vital to remain united as residents to work in the direction of nation constructing as effectively. What do you assume?

    For extra updates on Har Ghar Tiranga anthem, take a look at this area at India.com.

  • Centra Vista: Construction work of recent Parliament constructing begins

    The building work of the brand new Parliament constructing began on Friday, over a month after Prime Minister Narendra Modi laid the muse stone for the venture beneath the federal government’s formidable Central Vista redevelopment plan.
    The new Parliament constructing can have a triangular form and is anticipated to be accomplished by the seventy fifth anniversary of India’s independence in 2022. The authorities plans to carry the monsoon session of Parliament in 2022 within the new constructing.

    “The construction work of the Parliament building has started,” an official stated.
    PM Modi had laid the muse stone for the brand new Parliament constructing on December 10 final 12 months.
    Earlier this week, a 14-member heritage panel gave its approval to the brand new Parliament constructing whereas additionally giving the go-ahead to the Central Vista redevelopment venture.
    The Supreme Court had requested the Centre to hunt prior approval from the panel and different related authorities earlier than beginning the development of the brand new constructing.

    The building work couldn’t begin earlier as the federal government had assured the Supreme Court that no building or demolition work would begin until the apex court docket determined the pending pleas on the difficulty.
    The new constructing is being constructed by Tata Projects Ltd. The venture is estimated to value Rs 971 crore.
    Tata Projects Ltd. stated regardless of the 35-day delay within the graduation of the development work, it’s assured that it is going to be in a position to ship the venture on or earlier than time.

    “Our plans of action are already in place to accelerate the schedule by augmenting resources like skilled manpower and formwork etc,” stated Sandeep Navlakhe, vp and enterprise unit head of Tata Projects Ltd.
    “Our reinforcement required to be placed in the raft and walls are already made ready. Other off-site activities like procurement of stone for external cladding, MEP LLEs, carpets, etc. happened during these 35 days. We are more than confident that we will be able to deliver this building to the nation on or before time,” he stated.

    The new construction will come up in entrance of the prevailing Parliament that was constructed almost 94 years in the past at a price of Rs 83 lakh at the moment and would finally be was a museum.
    The new Parliament constructing will home bigger Lok Sabha and Rajya Sabha halls with capacities of 888 seats and 384 seats to accommodate an expanded Parliament after the freeze on its enlargement lifts in 2026. The Lok Sabha Hall can even have a further capability, as much as 1,272 seats, to host joint classes.

    According to the plan, provisions will likely be made in furnishings for sensible shows and biometrics for ease of voting with an intuitive and graphical interface, digital language interpretation and recording infrastructure to supply real-time metadata, programmable microphones that put the management of managing the home with the Speaker.

    Besides the brand new Parliament constructing, the redevelopment of the Central Vista — the nation’s energy hall — envisages a typical central secretariat, revamping of the 3-km Rajpath from Rashtrapati Bhavan to India Gate, new Prime Minister’s Residence and Prime Minister’s Office, and a brand new Vice-President Enclave.