ITBP celebrating Independence Day at Pangong Tso in Ladakh, one of the locations where Chinese troops have amassed presence within India's perception of the LAC. 8.40 amPM Modi announces launch of national digital health mission from todayPM Narendra Modi announces the launch of the National Digital Health Mission, under which all Indian would get a uniqiue health ID. 7.30 amPM Modi unfurls the national flagPM Modi unfurls the tri-colour flag, as the National Guard gives ‘Rashtriya Salute’ to the National Flag. Capital turns into a fortress for Independence Day celebrationsA day before the Independence Day celebration, the city has been turned into a fortress with multiple layers of security. A senior police officer said that Delhi Police has made multilayered arrangements in connection with the Independence Day celebrations.

Source: The Hindu August 15, 2020 01:41 UTC