India, Aug. 15 -- As India celebrates its 79th Independence Day on Friday, Google has released a special Doodle dedicated to the nation's diverse achievements - from successful space missions and world chess championships to cricket triumphs and international film accolades - all depicted through traditional tile art from different regions of the country.

"This Doodle celebrates India's Independence Day. On this day in 1947, India gained its freedom after nearly two centuries of British rule, officially becoming a sovereign republic. The Indian Independence movement was led by prominent figures who championed civil disobedience and nonviolent protests. Their efforts culminated in the birth of the world's largest democracy," Google said....