New Delhi: The tricolour was unfurled and parades showcasing India’s rich diversity were held across the country on the 76th Republic Day on Sunday as states listed their achievements and outlined development agenda. In a major announcement, Bihar Governor Arif Mohammad Khan said the state will provide 12 lakh government jobs and create 34 lakh…
New Delhi: BJP MP Anurag Thakur on Sunday attacked former Delhi chief minister Arvind Kejriwal over the recurring deterioration in the city’s air quality, witnessed in the past many years. Taking a dig at him, Thakur said Kejriwal came to Delhi “coughing” from Haryana 11 years ago and has since left the city “gasping for…
Mahakumbh Nagar (UP): Samajwadi Party chief Akhilesh Yadav on Sunday took a holy dip in the Sangam at Maha Kumbh. Yadav reached here in the afternoon and took the holy dip, the party said, sharing his photographs. Attacking the BJP, he advised it to bathe with patience, saying that people come here for virtue and…
New Delhi: Over 5000 folk and tribal artists performed 45 dance forms from different parts of the country during the 76th Republic Day, with the performers covering the entire Kartavya Path — for the first time — to ensure that all guests get the same viewing experience. The 11-minute cultural performance titled “Jayati Jaya Mamaḧ…
Bengaluru: Karnataka Chief Minister Siddaramaiah on Sunday said the police would take action against microfinance companies in the state if complaints are filed regarding alleged harassment in the recovery of loans. He also mentioned that his government would establish helplines for people to report any harassment. Addressing reporters here, he said, “If a complaint is…
New Delhi: Delhi Police has issued an advisory regarding elaborated traffic arrangements on Monday and Tuesday for the rehearsals of the Beating Retreat ceremony which will be held at Vijay Chowk on January 29. According to the advisory, Vijay Chowk will remain closed for general traffic from 2 pm to 9.30 pm on Monday and…
New Delhi: Indonesian President Prabowo Subianto watched India’s 76th Republic Day celebrations at the majestic Kartavya Path on Sunday, joining a select group of global leaders to have graced the nation’s biggest ceremonial event in the last seven decades. Subianto’s presence at the grand parade came 75 years after Indonesia’s first president, Sukarno, attended India’s…
New Delhi: A daring group of soldiers performed breathtaking stunts on motorcycles, leaving viewers in awe, as part of the 76th Republic Day celebrations at Kartavya Path here on Sunday. Known as ‘The Dare Devils’, the Motorcycle Rider Display Team of the Army’s Corps of Signals showcased their exceptional skills, indomitable courage and teamwork and…
New Delhi: India celebrated its 76th Republic Day on Sunday with a grand display of its military might that included elite marching contingents, missiles, and various indigenous weapon systems, with Indonesian President Prabowo Subianto gracing the occasion as the chief guest. First, a tri-services tableau, depicting the broader spirit of “jointness” among the armed forces,…
New Delhi: Prime Minister Narendra Modi marked the beginning of the 76th Republic Day celebrations by laying a wreath and paying homage to the fallen heroes at the National War Memorial in New Delhi. As per the ritual of Republic Day morning, PM Modi visited the National War Memorial to start the day. The Republic…
