Independence Day 2026 Live Updates: PM Modi arrives at Red Fort for Independence Day flag raising

PM Modi Expresses Solidarity With Flood Victims in Independence Day Address

Prime Minister Narendra Modi delivered his Independence Day speech from the historic Red Fort on India's 80th Independence Day. During the address, Modi expressed solidarity with those affected by floods across the country. The Prime Minister used the national occasion to convey that India stands united with flood victims. His speech from the iconic landmark marked a significant moment in the country's annual Independence Day celebrations.

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Taliban Marks Five Years in Power as White Flags Fly Across Kabul

The Taliban is marking five years of ruling Afghanistan this week with celebrations across the country. White flags of the Islamic Emirate of Afghanistan have been erected throughout the capital Kabul to commemorate the occasion. The group, which seized power in 2021, has used the anniversary to display its continued hold over the nation. The public display of flags signals the Taliban's intent to project stability and permanence in its governance of Afghanistan.

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