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Malaysia is celebrating its 66th Independence Day on August 31 in Putrajaya with fanfare and festivities. This day marks its independence from colonial rule. It will be followed by Malaysia Day on September 16, to mark the day when the peninsular state of Malaya merged with Sabah, Sarawak and Singapore to form Malaysia in 1963. It will be celebrated in Kuching in the state of Sarawak.

Lok Sabha Elections 2023, Shiv Sena (UBT) leader Priyanka Chaturvedi expressed her confidence on the victory of INDIA block and declared that the next Prime Minister will be elected from the INDIA bloc. She said that the INDIA-- Indian National Developmental Inclusive Alliance will take the country on a progressive path. This was the last time the PM gave his speech at the Red Fort on Independence Day, a confidant Priyanka told ANI.

Don't miss this special report from our Plain Facts team that captures the pulse of young India on the nation's 77th Independence Day.

Google Doodle is celebrating Indonesia's 78th Independence Day is a special illustration designed by guest artist Diela Maharanie. Indonesia had officially declared independence from Dutch rule on August 17, 1945. “Today’s Doodle artwork represents the Indonesian community coming together to play traditional Independence day games, remembering the importance of collaboration." Google said in a blog post.

Delhi government had instructed all concerned departments to ban the use of Chinese manjha in the national capital. (With inputs from ANI, PTI)

India's Tricolour, celebrating the nation's 77th Independence Day. The official Instagram account of Burj Khalifa shared a captivating video showcasing the towering edifice adorned in the saffron, white, and green colors of India's flag. The remarkable display also included heartfelt messages such as «Happy 77th Independence Day To Mother India» and "Long Live India and UAE Friendship," accompanied by a striking portrait of Mahatma Gandhi.

Akshay Kumar, the renowned actor, has taken a significant step towards cementing his ties with India. In a move that reflects his dedication to the nation, Akshay has officially become an Indian citizen, relinquishing his previous Canadian nationality. This decision was announced by Akshay on the 76th Independence Day through his social media platforms.

₹17.27 crore on Day 5 in India. Trade analyst Taran Adarsh said the film saw an exceptional jump on Independence Day and added that it's clash with Gadar 2 eroded its true potential. He further said the would have easily collected much more if it hadn't released alongside Gadar 2.

77th Independence Day of India. The seat reserved for him was seen unoccupied. The incident has sparked a political exchange between the ruling BJP and opposition parties.

Also Read: Haryana Nuh Violence Highlights: 141 arrested, 55 FIRs registered The current year's Independence Day will mark the conclusion of the 'Azadi Ka Amrit Mahotsav' festivities. These celebrations were initiated by Prime Minister Modi on March 12, 2021, at Sabarmati Ashram in Ahmedabad, Gujarat. The upcoming Independence Day will also symbolize the beginning of the 'Amrit Kaal' era for the nation.

Independence Day sales from last year's levels, industry executives said. Attractive offers and new movie releases lifted footfall in malls by 15-20%, driving sales of eateries and other stores such as apparel and fashion. Executives said the robust buying signals a significant improvement in consumer sentiment just ahead of the crucial festive season.

Telangana used Independence Day speeches to announce new skilling and housing schemes, increase in allowances and farm loan waivers to top the populist budgets earlier in the year. The CMs of the four states, where assembly elections are due by the yearend, announced new schemes for the youth, women and farmers. A state-wise look at the measures announced:Telangana The big-ticket announcement from all poll-bound states came from Telangana.

Indianexpress.com. A plaque at the bottom of the flagstaff on the Attari-Wagah joint check post can still be seen which bears the words: “Foundation stone of this flag staff was laid by Brig Mohinder Singh Chopra on 11th Oct 1947."

Independence Day was celebrated across states and union territories on Tuesday with colourful events and cultural programmes as some chief ministers announced new development and job schemes, while others counted the achievements of their governments. But the celebrations were muted in strife-torn Manipur and rain-battered Himachal Pradesh.

Virat Kohli, known for his fitness commitment, continues to inspire fans with his rigorous workout routines shared on social media. Even on Independence Day, a national holiday, Virat hit the gym to maintain his form for the upcoming Asia Cup. Sharing a video on X (formerly Twitter), he said, "Chutti hai fir bhi bhaagna toh padega" along with emojis depicting a grinning face and a person running.

From cricketing maestros to Olympic heroes, these athletes have united on social media platforms to convey their greetings to the nation. Among those who voiced their sentiments, cricketing icon Sachin Tendulkar stood out with his profound message, declaring, «I love my India. Wishing all my fellow Indians across the world a very happy Independence Day.»Virat Kohli, ex Indian skipper, echoed the spirit of unity with a succinct «Happy Independence Day to all. Jai Hind.»

The BJP on Tuesday hit out at the Congress and said its president Mallikarjun Kharge skipping the Independence Day function at the Red Fort shows that the opposition party cannot think beyond "dynasty". A chair reserved for Kharge, who is also the leader of opposition in Rajya Sabha, was seen empty during the 77th Independence Day function at the Red Fort. Kharge, however, clarified that he had to attend the Independence Day event at the Congress office and could not have made it on time due to security protocols if he had gone for the function at Red Fort.

WION. However, the Pakistan citizens were left disappointed and some even expressed anger when no such show came up. "The time is 12:01 am now and Dubai officials informed that Pakistan's national flag won't be displayed on Burj Khalifa.

Akshay Kumar on Tuesday announced that he has once again become an Indian citizen, a news that he shared with his fans on Independence Day. Kumar, who has often faced criticism over his Canadian citizenship, shared a photo of his Indian citizenship certificate on X, formerly Twitter. «Dil aur citizenship, dono Hindustani (Heart and citizenship, both Indian). Happy Independence Day! Jai Hind!» the 55-year-old actor said. Kumar had previously said that he went through a lean phase in his career in the 1990s when he delivered over 15 consecutive flops and it pushed him to apply for the Canadian citizenship. His citizenship status had come under intense scrutiny after he did not vote during the 2019 Lok Sabha elections. The matter also became a topic of debate after he conducted a «non-political» interview of Prime Minister Narendra Modi before the elections. During an event in 2019, the actor had revealed that he had applied for an Indian passport.

Narendra Modi addressed the nation from the Red Fort on India’s 77th Independence Day. From outlining the achievements of the National Democratic Alliance (NDA) government since 2014 to announcing new schemes, Modi touched on a range of subjects in his address.

ALSO READ: Independence Day 2023 LIVE After treatment at the district hospital, the minister came out walking on his own and said he was feeling well, the civil surgeon Anil Odh said. Later while speaking with the reporters on Tuesday, Choudhury said he is feeling normal.