Freedom Fighters

Martyrs' Day 2025: History and facts on Mahatma Gandhi's death anniversary

Martyrs' Day, Shaheed Diwas or Sarvodaya Day is marked on January 30 to honor those who gave their lives for the country, notably on this day in 1948, the assassination of Mahatma Gandhi was occurred

Republic Day 2025: Best wishes, messages and quotes to share on this day

On January 26, 2025, India will commemorate its 76th Republic Day. The day marks the adoption of the Indian Constitution in 1950, which made the nation an independent democratic republic

Republic Day 2025: Parade route, timing, tickets and other key details

India's 76th Republic Day Parade will occur on Jan 26, 2025, showcasing military power and rich heritage. The event will feature key ceremonies and an Indonesian guest contingent

Republic Day 2025: Chief Guest, theme, history, significance and more

Republic Day is celebrated every Jan 26. This day celebrates the adoption of the Constitution of India in 1950. Here's a glimpse into its significance and who will be the chief guest this time

Vijay Diwas: The story of courage, sacrifice and what it means for India

Vijay Diwas is a day to mark India's victory over Pakistan in the 1971 Indo-Pak War, which resulted in the division of East Pakistan (now Bangladesh) and West Pakistan (now Pakistan)

Vijay Diwas 2024: Wishes, messages, and quotes to share on this day

Vijay Diwas is an occasion to honor national unity, patriotism, and the power of the Indian military. So on this special day, you may want to wish your near and dear ones with special messages

Birsa Munda's 150th anniversary: A life cut short but an immortal legacy

Birsa Munda's birth anniversary on November 15 is celebrated as 'Janjatiya Gaurav Divas' to celebrate his legacy and observe the role of the tribal population in preserving India's heritage

Lal Bahadur Shastri Jayanti 2024: All about India's third Prime Minister

On October 2, India celebrates Lal Bahadur Shastri Jayanti, which honours the birth anniversary of India's third prime minister. Shastri is recognized for his slogan, "Jai Jawan, Jai Kisan"

Vaibhav Purandare's book unravels the complexities of Tilak's ideologies

The book gently peels back the sophistication and complexity of his positions on various issues, which were fraught with contradictions, and relates them to his life and times

Independence Day: Change profile pictures to Tricolour, PM Modi to netizens

PM Modi urged people to make "Har Ghar Tiranga" a memorable mass movement again this year in a social media post after changing his profile picture to the tricolour in honour of 78th Independence Day

Independence Day 2024: The role of freedom fighters in India's independence

India gained independence on August 15, 1947. Several freedom fighters sacrificed their lives for India's independence. Check the list of top 9 freedom fighters

August Kranti Day 2024: All you need to know about 'Quit India Movement'

On this day in 1942, the historic Quit India Movement was launched under the leadership of Mahatma Gandhi. Also known as the Bharat Chhodo Andolan, the movement was launched against the British rule

Haryana CM Saini increases freedom fighters' pension to Rs 40,000

CM added further, The people who struggled to save the Hindi language (Hindi agitators), will also receive Rs 20,000 as pension from July 1

Veer Savarkar Jayanti 2024: Facts about his life, death, and top quotes

Veer Savarkar Jayanti 2024: Every year on this day, India celebrates the birth anniversary of freedom fighter Vinayak Damodar "Veer" Savarkar. Here's all you need to know about his life

Swatantrya Veer Savarkar Box Office Day 7: Randeep's movie collection drops

Swatantrya Veer Savarkar Box Office Collection Day 7: Randeep Hooda-starrer Swatantrya Veer Savarkar movie collection is expected to drop further. The movie was released on March 22, 2024

Sarojini Naidu Birth Anniversary: 10 quotes by 'Nightingale of India'

Sarojini Naidu's 145th birth anniversary isn't simply a day to recognize her life and accomplishments, yet it is also a day to celebrate all the strong, versatile, and inspiring women around us

Clash over statue in MP: 19 held so far, situation peaceful, say police

Police have so far arrested 19 persons in connection with a clash over a statue in Madhya Pradesh's Ujjain district, and the situation is peaceful in the area amid heavy presence of cops, an official said on Saturday. Members of two communities had clashed and pelted stones at each other after a statue of former deputy prime minister Sardar Vallabhbhai Patel was pulled down by unidentified persons in Makdone tehsil on Thursday morning. A total of 19 persons have been arrested so far in connection with the clash, said Additional Superintendent of Police (ASP-Rural) Nitesh Bhargava. They have been booked for rioting and using criminal force to deter a public servant from performing their duty. He said markets are open in Makdone, and the situation is normal in the town. There is peace between both groups, but the police are keeping an eye on the situation, he said, and added that the status quo remains intact at the disputed site. No injuries were reported in Thursday's clash. Howev

Protecting Constitution true tribute to freedom fighter: Rahul on R-Day

Former Congress president Rahul Gandhi on Friday said protecting the fundamental principles of the Constitution is the true tribute to our freedom fighters. Wishing fellow citizens on Republic Day, he said the Constitution, which unites the dreams of the freedom fighters, is the soul of the Indian Republic. "Our great Constitution, which unites the dreams of the freedom movement, is the soul of the Indian Republic. "Protection of the fundamental principles of the Constitution and loyalty to them is the true tribute to the immortal freedom fighters," he said in a post in Hindi on X. "Best wishes to all the countrymen on Republic Day. Jai Hind," Gandhi said. Congress general secretary Jairam Ramesh too called on his fellow countrymen to protect the fundamental principles of the Constitution. "It is our duty to raise our voice against injustice and oppression. "It is the responsibility of all of us to maintain the unity in diversity of the country," Ramesh said in a post in Hindi.

Indian Republic Day 2024: History, importance, and all you need to know

January 26, Republic Day is a reminder of India's rich legacy and commitment to democratic values. The celebrations are held in the form of a grand parade showcasing the culture and might of nation

Former Bihar CM Karpoori Thakur to be awarded Bharat Ratna posthumously

He was a former Bihar Chief Minister and was known for championing the cause of the backward classes