Republic Day 2024

UK PM Boris Johnson to be chief guest at Republic Day celebrations

UK Foreign Secretary Dominic Raab on Tuesday said that Prime Minister Boris Johnson has accepted India's invitation to attend Republic Day celebration in January. According to reports, The invite was extended during the telephonic conversation that took place between the two sides on November 27.

Beating Retreat: Foot-tapping music, soulful renditions mark end of Republic Day celebrations

Foot-tapping music and soulful classical renditions reverberated at Vijay Chowk on Wednesday as the Republic Day celebrations culminated with the Beating Retreat ceremony here with 26 performances by the bands of the armed forces and central and state police contingents. 

In Photos: 71st Republic Day celebrations at majestic Rajpath

India celebrated its 71st Republic Day with a grand display of military prowess, vibrant cultural diversity and socio-economic progress on the majestic Rajpath. A look at photos of R-Day parade at Rajpath.

Congress leaders clash with each other at Republic Day event attended by CM Kamal Nath

A video, which went viral on social media, showed state general secretary Chandrakrant Kunjeer and senior party colleague Devendra Singh Yadav arguing and hitting each other

Manipur govt, Assam Rifles clash over guarding of check posts

Manipur govt, Assam Rifles clash over guarding of check posts

Watch: Sukhoi 30 MKIs execute breathtaking 'Trishul' manoeuvre at 71st Republic Day celebrations

PM Modi sports saffron 'bandhej' turban on 71st R-Day: A look at his 'pagdi' tradition, see photos

PM Modi continued with his tradition of sporting a pagdi (turban) or safa during Republic Day celebrations. On 71st R-Day, Modi sported a saffron 'bandhej' headgear with a tail. Here's a look at colourful traditional pagdi's he has sported on R-Day and I-Day celebrations so far during his tenure as PM.

Goa Guv lauds state's uniform civil code in Republic Day speech

Goa has led the way in the country by being the first and the only state to follow a Uniform Civil Code, said Governor Satya Pal Malik in his Republic Day speech here on Sunday.

Shaheen Bagh fails to turn R-Day into show of strength

Efforts to convert Republic Day into a show of strength for the Shaheen Bagh anti-CAA protesters ended on a relatively placid note - with crowd turnout on Sunday remained below five thousand as against the expected ten lakh people claimed. 

Video: Congress leaders enter into brawl during Republic Day celebrations in Indore

The leaders entered into a brawl during the flag hoisting ceremony during Republic Day celebrations at the party office in Indore. The two leaders were later calmed down with the help of police intervention.

Happy Republic Day 2020: What it means to TV actors

Jasmin, who is seen as Nayantra in "Naagin", went back to her childhood days. "It used to be a holiday in school, but I remember attending flag hoisting in my building with all our neighbours. After that, all my building friends would sing the same timeless patriotic songs. Also, I hope that we can be kind towards each other this Republic Day and take care of Mother Nature," she said.  

70 years as republic celebrated with rich diversity and raw strength

It was tricolour balloons, 22 tableaux projecting India's rich diversity, the armed forces showcasing their might and 'garba' on Rajpath, as India celebrated 71 years as a republic on Sunday. Sixteen state tableaux and six from different ministries and departments were displayed on Rajpath. While, Jammu & Kashmir showcased its 'Back to Village' programme, the Odisha tableau showcased the Rukuna Ratha Yatra of Lord Lingaraja. Kullu's Dussehra festival was proudly projected by the Himachal Pradesh tableau. CPWD Horticulture tableau's theme was 'Kashmir se Kanyakumari'.

Indian Army's Para Commandos unique march at Rajpath on 71st Republic day | Watch Video

The airborne regiment of the Indian Army -- The Parachute Regiment -- is one of the most elite fighting force in India. Wearing a maroon beret, which is the colour of airborne, these troops are trained to fight on land, in the air and at sea.A

Uttar Pradesh police bids adieu to .303 rifles on Republic Day

As the sun dawned on the Republic Day on Sunday, the Uttar Pradesh police bid adieu to legendary British-era .303 rifles after over 75 years of service. 

India showcases Anti-Satellite Weapon System at Republic Day Parade

ASAT (Anti-satellite weapon) -- Mission Shakthi developed by Defence Research and Development Organisation (DRDO) -- Army's battle tank Bhishma, infantry combat vehicles, Air Forces' newly inducted Chinook and Apache helicopters in display at R-Day parade today.

PM Modi pays homage to fallen soldiers at National War Memorial on Republic Day

Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Sunday paid homage to the fallen soldiers at the newly-built National War Memorial here on the Republic Day for the first time instead of the Amar Jawan Jyoti beneath the India Gate arch.

Why Republic Day is celebrated. Know its significance

On January 26, 2020, India is celebrating its 71st Republic Day. The event is marked by national flag hoisting, the parade of Defence and paramilitary forces, some traditional performances, the exhibition of various tableaux and honouring brave-hearts of the country.

At 17,000 feet, ITBP 'Himveers' celebrate Republic Day in Ladakh's freezing temperature | Video

Marking India's 71st Republic Day, ITBP personnel in freezing temprature celebrated R-Day at 17,000 feet in Ladakh. ITBP personnel chanted slogans like 'Bharat Mata Ki Jai' and 'Vande Mataram' to mark R-Day celebrations.

71st Republic Day: 6 Army personnel awarded Shaurya Chakra, 2 IAF pilots get Vayu Sena medals

On the occasion of 71st Republic Day, six Army personnel have been awarded Shaurya Chakra while two IAF pilots killed in friendly fire get Vayu Sena medals on the occasion of 71st Republic Day.