The 11-day annual feast of Shrine Basilica of Our Lady of Health, popularly called Annai Velankanni Matha, kickstarted in Chennai on Thursday evening with a huge procession and hoisting of the holy flag.
Additionally, a weapon exhibition was organised for the local students and sweets were also distributed to the personnel deployed at the border of Bangladesh, fostering a spirit of camaraderie and mutual respect.
In a distinctive display of patriotism and unity, swimmers at the Sama Sports Complex in Vadodara uniquely celebrated the 78th Independence Day by waving the tricolour in the pool.
The flag hoisting at the seminary resonated with a shared commitment to the nation's values and heritage, fostering a sense of national pride and cohesion among the attendees.
From time immemorial, kabaddi has been one of the most followed and loved sports in the Indian sporting ecosystem. As the nation celebrates its 78th Independence Day, Kabaddi, the sport that is so deeply rooted in India's culture, took centre stage when Pro Kabaddi League stars Pardeep Narw
Karnataka Chief Minister Siddaramaiah and Deputy Chief Minister DK Shiv Kumar on Thursday attended Independence Day celebrations at Congress Bhavan in Bangalore.
Taking on to the social media platform X, Chief Minister Siddaramaiah said "Reached KPCC office participated in the flag hoisting
United States Secretary Antony Blinken extended congratulations to the people of India on the occasion of their country's 78th Independence Day and highlighted the strong partnership between the two nations, built on shared values of democracy, freedom, and human dignity.
Indian Ambassador to Japan, Sibi George hoisted the Indian flag on Thursday at a flag-hoisting ceremony held at the Indian Embassy in Tokyo on the 78th Independence Day.
Ahead of the Independence Day, Gujarat Chief Minister Bhupendra Patel on Thursday hoisted the national flag at his residence as part of the BJP's 'Har Ghar Tiranga' campaign.