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Manama, Feb 11 (IANS) Deputy Chief of Naval Staff, Vice Admiral Tarun Sobti called on Bahrain Prime Minister and Deputy Supreme Commander of the Armed Forces Prince Salman bin Hamad Al Khalifa at the Riffa Palace, discussing the strengthening bilateral ties and naval cooperation between India and Bahrain. “VAdm Tarun Sobti, Deputy Chief of Naval Staff Indian Navy, called on HRH Prince Salman bin Hamad Al Khalifa, Crown Prince, Deputy Supreme Commander of the Armed Forces and Prime Minister of Ba…

Gandhinagar, Feb 7 (IANS) Gujarat’s National Cadet Corps (NCC) cadets, who represented the state at the 77th Republic Day celebrations in New Delhi, were honoured by Chief Minister Bhupendra Patel at an ‘At Home Ceremony’ held at Lok Bhavan in Gandhinagar on Saturday. The Gujarat NCC Republic Day Contingent returned on January 30 after participating in the camp.During the camp, the cadets took part in national-level events, including the Republic Day Parade at Kartavya Path, the Guard of Honour,…

New Delhi, Feb 5 (IANS) Delhi Police has arrested two Khalistani operatives for writing provocative slogans at two separate locations in the national Capital ahead of the Republic Day celebrations, officials said on Thursday. The arrests come amid heightened security measures in the city and ongoing monitoring of potential threats linked to pro-Khalistan groups.According to police sources, the two accused were allegedly working under the direction of US-based Khalistani separatist Gurpatwant Sin…

New Delhi, Jan 31 (IANS) Vice President C. P. Radhakrishnan, on Saturday, attended the closing ceremony of Bharat Parv 2026 at the Red Fort lawns, highlighting that the event reflects India’s unity in diversity and collective resolve towards Viksit Bharat@2047.​ The six-day festival, organised by the Ministry of Tourism as part of the Republic Day celebrations, showcased India’s rich cultural diversity, artistic traditions, and tourism potential, said a statement.​Addressing the gatherin…

Dibrugarh, Jan 30 (IANS) Union Home Minister Amit Shah, on Friday, launched a sharp attack on Congress leader and Lok Sabha Leader of Opposition Rahul Gandhi, accusing him of showing disrespect to the culture and traditions of the Northeast by refusing to wear a traditional gamosa during the President’s ‘At Home’ reception held on Republic Day. Addressing a public rally at the Khanikar Parade Ground in Dibrugarh, Union Minister Shah said that the gamosa was presented by President Droupadi Murmu …

New Delhi, Jan 30 (IANS) Performances by the Punjabi Folk Orchestra and Qalandri Dhamal will present the musical and spiritual heritage of the state at Bharat Parv 2026 at the historic Red Fort on Saturday, an official said. “The Punjabi Folk Orchestra is a unique ensemble developed using a wide range of traditional Punjabi folk instruments such as Dhol, Dholki, Taal-Koze, Tansari, Flute, Nagara, Chimta, Sap, Kara, and Vanjli,” the official from Ministry of Tourism said.”This orchestra brings to…

Maihar (Madhya Pradesh), Jan 30 (IANS) The in-charge principal of a government-run school in Madhya Pradesh’s Maihar district has been suspended after students were served the mid-day meal on scraps of paper, including torn notebook pages, during Republic Day celebrations.According to an official notification issued on Thursday night by Rewa Divisional Commissioner B.S. Jamod, the incident occurred due to the negligence of the school’s in-charge principal, Sunil Kumar Tripathi.The order stat…

Bengaluru, Jan 30 (IANS) The Congress-led government in Karnataka has issued a circular promoting khadi use among officials to mark the 77th Republic Day which was observed on January 26. The state government on Thursday urged officials to wear khadi on first Saturday of every month.State Chief Secretary Shalini Rajneesh has issued the circular in this regard and said, “”Khadi” is not merely a garment; it is a symbol of the nation’s dignity and pride. At present, khadi weavers are taking steps t…

New Delhi, Jan 29 (IANS) Operation Sindoor took centre-stage as massed bands of the Indian Army, Navy, Air Force, and paramilitary forces performed patriotic tunes, including Vande Mataram and A.R. Rehman’s ‘Jai Ho’, during Beating Retreat 2026 on Thursday, leaving the audience yearning for more.Illuminated attire of performers and digital, coloured LED panels on drums and instruments and special formations by the band members at the Vijay Chowk – including those depicting Operation Sind…

Mumbai Jan 29 (IANS) Bollywood star Sunny Deol has expressed gratitude to fans for the overwhelming love being showered on his upcoming film Border 2. The actor took to social media to share a video message thanking audiences for their warmth and support.Sharing the video, Sunny Deol wrote, “Meri, aapki, Hamari #Border2 ko itna pyaar dene ke liye, aap sab ko bohot”.In the video, Sunny Deol is heard saying, “Aawaz kahan tak gayi, aapke dilon tak. I am so grateful for the love and warmth you…