New Delhi, Jan 22 (IANS) The Ministry of Defence has finalised the lineup of 30 vibrant tableaux that will be showcased in the 77th Republic Day Parade in the national capital on Monday, Ministry officials said on Thursday. This year’s procession along the Kartavya Path will feature a blend of 17 states and Union Territories alongside 13 Union Ministries and Departments.The Rashtriya Rangshala Camp is set up for the fabrication of Republic Day tableaux on Friday and on Monday (January 26) at the…
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New Delhi, Jan 20 (IANS) The Indian Navy’s tableau for the Republic Day Parade 2026 will be themed ‘Strong Navy for a Strong Nation’ and depict several ships, including aircraft carrier INS Vikrant and the 5th Century stitched ship, now named INSV Kaundinya, an official said.The tableau will also showcase Gurab class ships of the Maratha Navy, and frontline indigenous platforms including Project 17A Nilgiri-class stealth frigates INS Himgiri and INS Udayagiri, a Kalvari-class submarine, an…
Davos, Jan 20 (IANS) European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen said on Tuesday that the European Union (EU) is set to finalise a “historic” free trade agreement (FTA) with India.Addressing the World Economic Forum (WEF) here, she describing the upcoming trade pact as historic.“There is still work to do. But we are on the cusp of a historic trade agreement,” she told the gathering, adding that the pact could create a market of nearly two billion people.Von der Leyen is set to vis…
New Delhi, Jan 20 (IANS) As part of the nationwide celebrations commemorating 150 years of the iconic national song ‘Vande Mataram’, the Indian Army Symphony Band presented a special musical performance at Central Park in Connaught Place on Tuesday, captivating audiences in the heart of the national capital.The performance paid homage to the national song, ‘Vande Mataram’, which played a pivotal role in inspiring India’s freedom movement and continues to resonate as a symbol of national unity, p…
New Delhi, Jan 18 (IANS) President Droupadi Murmu on Sunday shared a glimpse of a special invitation, handcrafted by artisans from the North Eastern states, for guests invited to the ‘At Home’ event being hosted by her on the occasion of the 77th Republic Day.President Murmu shared a short film on the invitation kit on her social media handle, and wrote: “Here’s a glimpse of the specially designed ‘At Home’ invitation that has been sent from the President of India to the guests for the 77th Repu…
New Delhi, Jan 17 (IANS) The first Republic Day Parade to be held after Operation Sindoor last year promises a special display of military might through cutting-edge defence platforms and a grand flypast by 29 aircraft, an official said on Saturday. The special display of military power in the Parade is expected to be in line with Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s high praise for “Make in India” weapons and drones that proved their mettle during Operation Sindoor in May 2025.This year’s Republic Da…
New Delhi, Jan 17 (IANS) Visits to Rashtrapati Bhavan (Circuit-1) here will remain closed for public from January 21 to 29 due to the upcoming Republic Day Parade and Beating Retreat Ceremony, an official of the President’s Secretariat said on Saturday. Normally, Rashtrapati Bhavan Main Building is open for public viewing from Tuesday to Sunday (except on Gazetted holidays) in seven time slots between 9:30 a.m. and 4:30 p.m.The Rashtrapati Bhavan Museum Complex is also open for visitors from Tue…
New Delhi, Jan 17 (IANS) The Delhi Traffic Police have issued a traffic advisory announcing temporary restrictions in parts of central Delhi in view of special traffic arrangements for rehearsals for the upcoming Republic Day Parade. The restrictions that began from Saturday will also be in force on January 19, 20 and 21 to facilitate the smooth and uninterrupted movement of parade contingents along Kartavyapath.According to the advisory shared by the Delhi Traffic Police on social media platfor…
New Delhi, Jan 15 (IANS) India and the European Union may sign the proposed free trade agreement as early as this month during the official visit of the top EU leaders to New Delhi, who will also be the chief guests at the prestigious Republic Day parade on January 26.Commerce Secretary Rajesh Agrawal told journalists that the India and EU negotiators were very close to finalising a trade agreement and were looking at wrapping up the loose ends before the top leadership meeting scheduled for Jan…
New Delhi, Jan 8 (IANS) A record 1.92 crore students from around 1.90 lakh schools took part in ‘Project Veer Gatha 5.0’, a joint initiative by the Ministry of Defence and the Ministry of Education as part of the Republic Day celebrations, an official said on Thursday. The official added that 100 Super-Winners were selected at national level and will be invited to witness the Republic Day Parade at the Kartavya Path in New Delhi as special guests.In addition to the 100 national-level winners, ei…