15 august 2023 independence day

76th Independence Day of India – 15th August 2023 August 15th, 1947 is the birthday of free India. It marks for her the end of an old era, the beginning of a new age. It’s a day of freedom from the arduous British rule, 15th August is celebrated in India as Independence Day. To commemorate the sacrifice of martyrs Indians celebrate this day to pay homage to the brave patriots who gave Indians a reason to smile. Celebration The celebration begins in the morning with the unfurling of the Indian flag at Red Fort, New Delhi. Flag hoisting ceremonies and cultural programs take place in all the state capitals. The Prime Minister’s speech from the precincts of the Red Fort in the capital of New Delhi is the major highlight and is telecast live for the nation to view. In New Delhi, most of the Government Offices are lit up. In all the cities around the country politicians belonging to that constituency do the Flag Hoisting Ceremony. In almost all the schools and colleges around the country, no academic work is done on this day, as all the students and staff members gather together for the flag hoisting ceremony and pay homage to the great men who helped in achieving freedom from British rule. ADVERTISEMENT Suggested Read: Public Life Another interesting activity of this day is kite flying. Kite flying is very popular amongst all ages. Children gather this day to fly tri-color kites. The sky gets colorful with hundreds of kites symbolizing the happiness & joy this day has brought t...

Liechtenstein National Day on August 15, is a day when everyone gathers in Vaduz Castle. For returning schoolchildren, it is the first time they see their classmates after the summer vacation. The older generations, however, have made it a ritual to watch the fireworks, which take place around 10 P.M. The National Day concludes with a stunning 30-minute firework display near Vaduz Castle. History of Liechtenstein National Day In 1940, the government of the Principality of Liechtenstein declared August 15 a public holiday for the first time. This holiday is unique in that it originated during a time of conflict. Adolf Hilter had just proclaimed that small states had no right to exist, which ignited the spark of founding this National Day by the very tiniest state as an act of resistance and patriotism. The same day also commemorates Prince Franz Josef II, who was born on August 16, 1906. However, upon his death in 1989, the celebration remained on August 15 rather than being moved to the February 14 birthday of his son and successor, Prince Hans-Adam II. Celebrating the national day in the summer rather than in winter is more practical because celebrations would be limited by the weather. Luxembourg, the Netherlands, and the United Kingdom also followed suit regarding royal birthdays. Staatsfeiertag was nominated as the official state for the holiday of Liechtenstein by law in 1990. Since then, a state ceremony has been held on the castle meadow next to Vaduz Castle to comm...

India is celebrating its 75th Independence Day on August 2023 as this is the historic day when India got independence from the British rulers. On this day we remember all our freedom fighters who sacrificed everything for the country. Like every year on this independence day, freedom fighters are remembered and the flag is hoisted in all educational institutions and offices, and government organizations. On this day many schools and private/government offices hold speech competitions for the students, teachers, or office staff. This time also the competition will be held on August 2023 so we will share Independence Day Speech 2023 in this article. Short Independence Day Speech for August Today I have come to present my thoughts in front of all of you on the 75th Independence Day of India. Today we have completed 75 years of freedom and we salute all the fighters for this freedom. On 15 August 1947, India was recognized as an independent nation but for this recognition, our ancestors sacrificed everything. I congratulate the people who are present here and all the people of India, Independence Day is the national festival of India, which is celebrated after getting freedom from British rule in India. Today is not only a day of joy and happiness for us, as well as today is also a day to remember those freedom fighters and we now remember those who laid down their lives for their country. 75 years ago, we were ruled by the British, they came to India on the pretext of trade a...

St. Mary’s Day is on August 15, and we’re going to show you how you can celebrate this day in the best way possible. Do you know that it has been 1,700 years since The Feast of the Dormition of the Mother of God was observed for the first time? The Feast of the Dormition of the Mother of God or St. Mary’s Day marks the “sleeping of Mary.” It is the day she ascended to heaven. In Romania, it is a national holiday and most schools, offices, and banks are closed. Children dress up in white and march together while singing hymns dedicated to St. Mary History of St Mary's Day The first references to St. Mary’s Day are found in Greek texts dating fourth century A.D. Some Christians believed that Mary was martyred. Other narratives suggest that Mary in her later years was serving at the nascent Church under Apostle John. It was around this time that Archangel Gabriel appeared in front of her and said that Mary would die in three days. When the day arrived, Mary ascended to heaven, leaving a sweet fragrance behind. Orthodox Christians believe that Mary died a natural death and that Jesus Christ accepted her soul after death. The Catholic Church believes that Mary ascended into heaven with her body. This day came to be celebrated as The Feast of the Dormition of the Mother of God or St. Mary. In many countries, it is celebrated as Assumption Day as the ascending of St. Mary is also known as the Assumption of St. Mary. Many churches in Romania depict St. Mary’s paintings, including ...

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The Independence Day in India is celebrated every year on the 15th of August in honor of the birthday of the nation. On 15th August 1947, India achieved her independence from British rule and became a sovereign nation. On the eve of 15th August 1947, India tricolor (saffron, green and white) flag was first hoisted by Jawahar Lal Nehru, the first Prime Minister of India, at the Red Fort of Delhi. "Long years ago we made a tryst with destiny, and now the time comes when we will redeem our pledge, not wholly or in full measure, but very substantially. At the stroke of the midnight hour, when the world sleeps, India will awake to life and freedom. A moment comes, which comes but rarely in history, when we step out from the old to the new, when an age ends and when the soul of a nation, long suppressed, finds utterance.... We end today a period of ill fortune, and India discovers herself again." - Jawaharlal Nehru (Speech on Indian Independence Day, 15th August 1947) The Independence Day is celebrated with great enthusiasm in all over the India. On this day tributes are paid to the freedom fighters who sacrificed their lives to gain the freedom for India. The main event takes place in New Delhi, where the Prime Minister hoists the National Flag at the Red Fort accompanied with the gun shots, parade, amazing live performances and music. On this day many political leaders appear at the public events and talk about the nation's heritage, laws, history, people, about recent events ...