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Hindustan Times
2 days ago
- Politics
- Hindustan Times
‘Your country enjoys well-deserved respect': Putin sends Independence Day greetings to Prez Murmu, PM Modi
Russian President Vladimir Putin on Friday sent greetings to President Droupadi Murmu and Prime Minister Narendra Modi on the occasion of 69th Independence Day, saying India "enjoys well-deserved respect at the global stage." Prime Minister Narendra Modi shakes hands with Russian President Vladimir Putin.(PTI) In a post on X, the Russian Embassy in India posted, "Vladimir Putin sent greetings to President of India Droupadi Murmu and Prime Minister Narendra Modi on the state holiday, Independence Day." President Putin said that India has achieved widely recognised success in socio-economic, scientific, technical, and other fields. He also emphasised the value of the bilateral relationship between the two countries. "Your country enjoys well-deserved respect on the global stage and actively contributes to addressing key issues on the international agenda. We highly value our special, privileged strategic partnership with India. I am confident that, through our joint efforts, we will continue to expand constructive bilateral cooperation across multiple areas," the Russian Embassy in India quoted Putin as saying. The Russian President added that the bilateral cooperation aligns with the interests of people in both the countries and contributes to regional and global security and stability. Russian Ambassador to India Denis Alipov also extended greetings on the Independence Day. "On the anniversary of this milestone in global history, I wish that all the aspirations of the Indian nation, progressing on the path of development and public welfare, be fulfilled," Ambassador Alipov said in a post on X.
News18
4 days ago
- Politics
- News18
Over 14,000 police personnel will be on Independence Day duty in Mumbai
Mumbai, Aug 13 (PTI) More than 14,000 police personnel, including officers and members from specialised units, will be deployed in Mumbai on Independence Day to ensure peaceful celebrations and maintain law and order, officials said on Wednesday. The police force has mobilised its personnel for security arrangements in view of the 69th Independence Day celebrations in the metropolis on Friday, an official said. Besides flag hoisting, police are expecting multiple public processions on August 15 to mark the occasion, he said. To maintain strict vigil at key sites, installations and facilitate peaceful Independence Day celebrations in the financial capital, more than 14,000 police personnel will be out on streets, according to the official. Besides them, personnel from Force One, SRPF (State Reserve Police Force), Quick Response Teams, Riot Control Police and Home Guards will be deployed at important places, he added. PTI DC RSY view comments First Published: August 13, 2025, 21:00 IST Disclaimer: Comments reflect users' views, not News18's. Please keep discussions respectful and constructive. Abusive, defamatory, or illegal comments will be removed. News18 may disable any comment at its discretion. By posting, you agree to our Terms of Use and Privacy Policy.
