Padma Shri 2026 awardees expressed immense joy, pride and gratitude after being conferred with one of India's highest civilian awards, announced on the eve of Republic Day.
Colonel Sofia Qureshi, who was a prominent face during the Operation Sindoor, has been named as a recipient of the Vishisht Seva Medal in the 2026 Republic Day honours list.
A grateful nation will celebrate the 77th Republic Day on January 26. President Droupadi Murmu will lead the celebrations from Kartavya Path, New Delhi, with the President of the European Council Antonio Costa and the President of the European Commission Ursula von der Leyen being the Chi
In her address to the nation on the eve of the 77th Republic Day, she also mentioned her recent visit to the Siachen Base Camp, where she witnessed the bravery and preparedness of Indian soldiers in challenging conditions. Additionally, she highlighted her experience of flying in Sukhoi a
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).
Speaking to ANI, Parade Commander Lt Gen Bhavnish Kumar, GOC Delhi Area, said, "There is a lot of enthusiasm, and everyone has dedicated themselves fully to this event. We are eagerly looking forward to marching on Kartavya Path on the 26th."
Congress leader Shashi Tharoor on Saturday rejected any claim of going against the party line on any issue, saying that he has "at no stage violated any of the Congress' positions in Parliament."
Highlighting the role of young people in nation-building, Singh said the youth would play a decisive role in achieving the Prime Minister Narendra Modi-led government's vision of a 'Viksit Bharat' by 2047. Comparing the youth to Abhimanyu from the Mahabharata, he said they possess the abi
As India is set to hold its first Republic Day parade after Operation Sindoor, the Indian Armed Forces' military might will also be on display with the famed BrahMos missile system, Akash weapon system and other weaponary, focusing on the resolve of 'Atmanirbhar Bharat.'
The Indian Armed Forces will showcase a tableau on Operation Sindoor with a motto of "Victory through jointness", highlighting India's success and the coordination of the tri-services in the military operation against Pakistan's terror infrastructure, following the Pahalgam terror attack.
Over 6,000 military personnel will take part in this year's Republic Day Parade, with Bhairav Battalion and Shaktibaan regiment to take part in the parade for the first time.