Republic Day

Republic Day: Over 27,000 police personnel deployed in Delhi, anti-terror measures intensified

 A total of 27,723 Delhi Police personnel including 71 DCPs, 213 ACPs and 753 inspectors have been deployed in the capital for the Republic Day parade. They are being assisted by 65 companies of CAPFs.

Jan 23, 2022, 18:38 PM IST

Vice President Venkaiah Naidu tests positive for Covid for the second time

India's Vice President M Venkaiah Naidu has tested positive for Covid-19 on Sunday

Jan 23, 2022, 16:52 PM IST

Republic Day: New weapons, laser mapping, drone show - all that's on display in parade

There will be 8 contingents of the Indian Armed Forces in the Republic Day Parade, which will include 6 contingents of Army, one each from Air Force and the Navy. The Parachute regiment contingent will wear the new combat uniform with the latest Tavor rifles.

Jan 23, 2022, 16:39 PM IST

Republic Day 2022: A glimpse at full dress rehearsal at Rajpath- In pics

A full dress parade rehearsal was held at Rajpath in Delhi on Sunday (January 23) ahead of the Republic Day parade. The rehearsal commenced from Vijay Chowk and then proceeded towards the Red Fort via Rajpath. In a first, India commenced its Republic Day celebrations from January 23 instead of January 24, to include the birth anniversary of Netaji Subhas Chandra Bose.

Jan 23, 2022, 16:35 PM IST

Terrorists can attack like Pulwama - Source

Terrorist attack alert before Republic Day. According to sources, terrorists can attack like Pulwama.

Jan 23, 2022, 14:00 PM IST

Republic Day 2022: Life-size replica of Neeraj Chopra to be showcased in Haryana tableau during parade

Neeraj Chopra scripted history in August 2021 by becoming the first athlete from the country to win an Olympic gold medal in a track and field event.

Jan 23, 2022, 08:40 AM IST

Republic Day full dress rehearsal today: Delhi Police issues traffic advisory, check routes you should avoid

According to the traffic advisory, the full dress rehearsal for R-Day parade will start from Vijay Chowk and will proceed to National Stadium.

Jan 23, 2022, 06:39 AM IST

R-Day 2022: Mahatma Gandhi's favourite 'Abide With Me' hymn dropped from Beating Retreat ceremony

'Abide With Me' hymn has been replaced by the popular patriotic song 'Ae Mere Watan Ke Logon'.

Jan 22, 2022, 20:40 PM IST

Republic Day 2022: 12 States, UTs to display tableaux, here's what you'll see in this year's parade

The tableau of Meghalaya will showcase 50 years of statehood and its tribute to women led to cooperative societies and self-help groups while Jammu and Kashmir`s tableau will highlight changing face of Union Territory in the developmental scenario. 

Jan 22, 2022, 20:04 PM IST

IMD predicts partly cloudy sky but no rain in Delhi on Republic Day

While the maximum temperature is likely to hover between 17 and 19-degree Celsius, the minimum temperature is likely to settle between 5 and 7-degree Celsius.

Jan 22, 2022, 18:02 PM IST

Navy's tableau to depict 1946 uprising on Republic Day

Indian Navy's tableau will be led by Lieutenant Commander Aanchal Sharma, who is an observer officer posted at the Indian Naval Air Squadron (INAS) 314.

Jan 22, 2022, 15:37 PM IST

Punjab police thwart possible terror attack around Republic Day, seize 3.79 kg RDX and grenade launcher

An official informed that the grenade launcher recovered could cover up to 150 meters and could be detrimental to the VVIP security.

Jan 22, 2022, 10:25 AM IST

Republic Day: Red Fort to remain shut for visitors from today due to security reasons

"In view of Republic Day, the Red Fort shall remain closed for public and general visitors from January 22, 2022 to January 26, 2022, due to security reasons," Delhi Police tweeted.

Jan 22, 2022, 07:41 AM IST

Nice gesture: Netaji Subhash Chandra Bose's daughter on statue announcement. Know more

Welcoming the decision as "better late than never", Bose-Pfaff said the announcement took her by surprise.

Jan 21, 2022, 17:24 PM IST

Delhi Police issues travel advisory for Republic Day full dress rehearsal

In order to facilitate the smooth passage of the parade, no traffic will be allowed on Rajpath from Vijay Chowk to India Gate from 6 pm on Saturday till the parade is over on Sunday.

Jan 21, 2022, 16:02 PM IST

Republic Day 2022: Read these 10 thought-provoking quotes by Indian leaders

Ahead of the 73rd Republic Day, get inspired with these thought-provoking quotes by Indian leaders and prominent personalities.

Jan 21, 2022, 12:37 PM IST

Amar Jawan Jyoti to be merged with eternal flame at National War Memorial today

The ceremony would be presided over by the Integrated Defence Staff chief Air Marshal Balabadhra Radha Krishna who would merge the two flames, officials said

Jan 21, 2022, 06:55 AM IST

Republic Day 2022: Daler Mehndi to perform at virtual concert in Metaverse!

Daler Mehndi will become the first Indian to perform at a Metaverse virtual concert.

Jan 20, 2022, 23:41 PM IST

Kadam Kadam to Rang De Basanti: Best patriotic songs to celebrate Republic Day with pride

Here, we bring to you a list of some of the best patriotic songs that you can tune into this Republic Day.

Jan 20, 2022, 00:16 AM IST

Republic Day: In the memory of Subhash Chandra Bose, this is going to be special on the republic day

The preparations for the Republic Day Parade have started in Delhi, this time the Republic Day Parade is starting from January 23, earlier this parade used to start from January 24.

Jan 19, 2022, 18:22 PM IST