Independence Day (United States)

Federal holiday in the United States

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Independence Day is a federal holiday in the United States commemorating the Declaration of Independence of the United States, on July 4, 1776. The Continental Congress declared that the thirteen American colonies were no longer subject to the monarch of Britain, King George III, and were now united, free, and independent states. The Congress had voted to declare independence two days earlier, on July 2, but it was not declared until July 4.

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Did Covid affect kite sales on Independence Day? Delhi shopkeepers answer Sales of kites were affected on Independence Day, Delhi’s shopkeepers said on Saturday. Local shopkeepers said the sales have reduced to nearly 50 % of what it used to be. Kites are flown on.. Credit: HT Digital Content Duration: 01:48Published on August 15, 2020

Independence Day 2020 पर Arvind Kejriwal का Corona Warriors को सलाम - स्वतंत्रता दि� Independence Day 2020 पर Arvind Kejriwal का Corona Warriors को सलाम - स्वतंत्रता दिवस समारोह Credit: HT Digital Content Duration: 38:00Published on August 15, 2020

Ramjanmbhoomi issue prevailed for centuries, resolved peacefully: PM Modi Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Independence Day said that Ramjanmbhoomi issue that prevailed for centuries, has been resolved peacefully. "Construction of a grand Ram Temple in Ayodhya started 10 days.. Credit: ANI Duration: 01:18Published on August 15, 2020

Delimitation exercise is underway in JandK: PM Modi Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Independence Day said that delimitation exercise is underway in Jammu and Kashmir and country is committed for completion. "Delimitation exercise is being carried out in.. Credit: ANI Duration: 01:21Published on August 15, 2020

In coming 1000 days, every village will be connected with optical fibre: PM Modi Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Independence Day said that in coming 1000 days, every village of the nation will be connected with optical fibre. "Only 5 dozen village panchayats were connected with.. Credit: ANI Duration: 02:06Published on August 15, 2020

Need to move forward with 'Make for World' along with 'Make in India': PM Modi Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Independence Day said that India should move forward with 'Make for World' along with 'Make in India'. "Last year, there was a record 18% increase in Foreign Direct.. Credit: ANI Duration: 01:51Published on August 15, 2020

Challenges for Aatmanirbhar Bharat increases if there is global competitiveness: PM Modi Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Independence Day said that he agree that there are lakhs of challenges for Aatmanirbhar Bharat and it increases if there is global competitiveness. "I agree that there.. Credit: ANI Duration: 01:45Published on August 15, 2020

'Aatmanirbhar Bharat' has now become 'mantra' for 130 crore Indians: PM Modi Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Independence Day said that 'Aatmanirbhar Bharat' has now become 'mantra' for the 130 crore Indians. "Amid COVID-19 pandemic, 130 crore Indians took the resolve to be.. Credit: ANI Duration: 02:17Published on August 15, 2020

ITBP jawans celebrate Independence Day on banks of Pangong Tso at 14,000 feet in Ladakh Indo-Tibetan Border Police (ITBP) jawans celebrated Independence Day on the banks of Pangong Tso, Ladakh at 14,000 feet. The country is celebrating 74th Independence Day today. Credit: ANI Duration: 01:01Published on August 15, 2020

Corona warriors lived mantra of 'Seva Parmo Dharma' and served Indians: PM Modi Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Independence Day said that corona warriors have lived the mantra of 'Seva Parmo Dharma' and served the people of India. "We're going through distinct times. I can't see.. Credit: ANI Duration: 02:09Published on August 15, 2020

74th I-Day: PM Modi arrives at Red Fort Prime Minister Narendra Modi arrived at Red Fort on Independence Day. He was received by Defence Minister Rajnath Singh. He also reviewed the Guard of Honour at the iconic monument. PM Modi will soon.. Credit: ANI Duration: 01:31Published on August 15, 2020

Kolkata bakery shop prepares tri-colour cakes on eve of Independence Day Ahead of Independence Day, a bakery shop in Kolkata made unique cakes. They made tri-colour cakes and pastries to celebrate the national festival. The bakery shop has also reduced its prices on.. Credit: ANI Duration: 01:42Published on August 14, 2020

Assam Police recover cache of arms, ammunition and explosives Assam Police recovered huge cache of arms, ammunitions and explosives ahead of Independence Day. On the basis of secret input, Assam Police conducted search operation in Udalguri district. Further.. Credit: ANI Duration: 02:12Published on August 14, 2020

Strict surveillance in Guwahati ahead of Independence Day Security has been tightened in Guwahati ahead of Independence Day. On August 13, the police conducted a security check at Judges Field of the city, where the function is scheduled to be held. While.. Credit: ANI Duration: 01:48Published on August 14, 2020

Full dress rehearsal held in JandK's Doda for Independence Day celebrations A full dress rehearsal was held in JandK's Doda ahead of Independence Day on August 13. Tricolour was unfurled by Additional Deputy Commissioner (ADC) of Doda Kishori Lal. March past also took place by.. Credit: ANI Duration: 01:23Published on August 13, 2020

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In Kashmir's main city, only a few celebrate India's Independence Day India tightened security on Thursday in disputed Kashmir, sealing off many roads with barbed wire in the main city of Srinagar, as government officials and security forces held an Independence Day.. Reuters - Published on August 15, 2019
Pakistan PM accuses India of planning military action in Kashmir Pakistan Prime Minister Imran Khan used an address celebrating Independence Day on Wednesday to accuse India of planning military action in the disputed Kashmir region that has long been a flashpoint.. Reuters - Published on August 14, 2019
Indonesia says militant's arrest reveals plots, new Islamic State links Indonesian police said on Tuesday a suspected militant arrested last week was plotting Independence Day bomb attacks and they suspect he was part of a network behind violence in the Philippines that.. Reuters - Published on July 23, 2019
Ex-convict charged with stabbing Arizona teen to death over rap music A newly released ex-convict who stabbed a teenager to death at an Arizona convenience store on Independence Day, later telling police he had felt threatened by the boy's rap music, was charged with.. Reuters - Published on July 10, 2019

Three stabbed in fight at July Fourth celebration in Chicago Three people were stabbed and seriously injured during a fight at an Independence Day fireworks show in Chicago and more than a dozen were injured as many of the crowd fled, police and media reports.. Reuters - Published on July 5, 2019
Trump lauds military at Independence Day celebrations President Donald Trump has hailed the "brave men and women" of the US military at 4 July celebration. BBC News - Published on July 5, 2019
Defying critics, Trump salutes military in pomp-filled July 4 celebration With U.S. fighter jets flying overhead, President Donald Trump praised the military and reveled in a show of pomp and patriotism on Thursday in a celebration of Independence Day that critics accused.. Reuters - Published on July 5, 2019	With pomp and flyovers, Trump embraces military in July 4 salute With U.S. fighter jets flying overhead, President Donald Trump praised the military and urged young people to join the armed forces on Thursday in a celebration of Independence Day that critics accused.. Reuters - Published on July 5, 2019
Chestnut crowned July 4 hot-dog champ again but can't top his own record This year's Nathan's Famous hot-dog eating contest proved a mild disappointment to Joey Chestnut, the Fourth of July event's perennial champ, even though he handily won the annual display of.. Reuters - Published on July 4, 2019	Love of country? Or a political stunt? Trump holiday speech divides Americans Jan Shairrick and two friends drove more than a thousand miles from southern Arkansas to join President Donald Trump's "Salute to America" Independence Day celebrations in Washington. Reuters - Published on July 4, 2019
Defying critics, Trump promises a July 4th to remember President Donald Trump promised "one of the biggest celebrations" in U.S. history on Thursday ahead of his July Fourth Independence Day speech, joined by tanks and jet flyovers that critics said would.. Reuters - Published on July 4, 2019	Trump: lawyers working on census citizenship question on July 4 U.S. President Donald Trump said on Thursday that government lawyers were working to find a way to include a citizenship question in the 2020 census, even on the federal Independence Day holiday. Reuters - Published on July 4, 2019
Dismissing criticism, Trump presides over July 4th holiday with military show U.S. President Donald Trump will preside over July Fourth Independence Day celebrations on Thursday with a speech about patriotism and a show of military might that critics say is politicizing an.. Reuters - Published on July 4, 2019	Pricier grills but cheaper meat: how Trump's trade policy plays on July 4 U.S. consumers likely paid more for grills to cook their Independence Day hot dogs and burgers this year because of the U.S.-China trade war, but they will find some consolation in less costly meat for.. Reuters - Published on July 3, 2019
Trump casts himself, military, Republican VIPs as stars of July 4th pageant U.S. military armored vehicles stood near Washington's majestic Lincoln Memorial on Wednesday as President Donald Trump pushed ahead with an elaborate Fourth of July production with him at the center,.. Reuters - Published on July 3, 2019	Trump orders tanks for Independence Day parade He promises a "special" event, but critics liken it to military parades by authoritarian regimes. BBC News - Published on July 2, 2019
Trump plans tanks and flyovers at Fourth of July celebration in Washington President Donald Trump said on Monday that he plans to display battle tanks on Washington's National Mall as part of a pumped-up Fourth of July celebration that will also feature flyovers by fighter.. Reuters - Published on July 1, 2019	Trump says there will be tanks at July 4 celebration in Washington U.S. President Donald Trump said on Monday military tanks would be stationed in Washington as part of the annual Fourth of July celebration commemorating the nation's independence. Reuters - Published on July 1, 2019
Trump's big show on July 4: patriotic speech or campaign rally? President Donald Trump plans a speech at the Lincoln Memorial and a possible Air Force One flyover for an amped-up Independence Day celebration in Washington, drawing criticism that he wants to.. Reuters - Published on June 19, 2019

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