In a message issued by the Lok Sabha Secretariat, Birla said that January 26 marks 77 years since India became a sovereign and democratic republic in 1950. He said the Constitution provides the framework of governance and guarantees citizens the rights of equality, freedom and justice, ca
Republic Day marks a defining milestone in India's national journey. It marks the day the Constitution of India came into force on January 26, 1950, formally establishing the country as a 'Sovereign Democratic Republic'.
A total of 31 officers of the Central Bureau of Investigation (CBI) have been awarded the prestigious President's Police Medal for Distinguished Service and Police Medal for Meritorious Service on the occasion of the 77th Republic Day, according to a CBI
PM Modi said, "The voter is the soul of democracy. Whenever a young person becomes a voter for the first time, the entire neighbourhood, village, or even the city should come together to congratulate them and distribute sweets. This will increase awareness about voting among people."
It will feature several historic firsts, including the debut appearances of the Bhairav Light Commando Battalion and a specially curated animal contingent from the Remount & Veterinary Corps (RVC), as well as a significant display of India's military "jointness" following 2025's Opera
You might wonder why a 150-year-old song is paired with Atmanirbhar Bharat. In 1905, Vande Mataram was the anthem of the Swadeshi Movement (the original "Self-Reliant India" movement).
From the Salal Dam in Jammu and Kashmir to the Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj Terminus in Mumbai and Government buildings in Lucknow, the nation reflected a vibrant, patriotic environment.
The Ministry of Panchayati Raj will organise a felicitation function on January 25 to honour elected Panchayat representatives invited as Special Guests to witness the Republic Day Parade 2026 at Kartavya Path in New Delhi, a press release by the ministry said.
The Ministry of Home Affairs (MHA) is set to present a special tableau at the 77th Republic Day Parade on Kartavya Path, highlighting the nationwide implementation of the three new criminal laws that came into force on July 1, 2024.
European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen arrived in New Delhi on a state visit ahead of the 77th Republic Day celebrations. India and the EU are set to hold a summit and move closer to a major trade agreement amid evolving global trade challenges.
The Collector and District Magistrate of Koraput District has directed officials to impose a one-day ban on the sale of non-vegetarian food items on the occasion of the 77th Republic Day celebrations.