Responding to the security directive, Raja Singh questioned the practicality of the advisory, stating that his constituency, Goshamahal, consists of colonies, slums, and narrow lanes where a bulletproof vehicle would cause inconvenience to the public.
Shahjahanpur has a unique way of celebrating holi where a long procession called 'Laat Sahab' takes place. In this event, a person is chosen as 'Laat Sahab' and placed on a buffalo cart while people throw colors, shoes, and slippers at him. It is a 300-year-old tradition.
In a series of search operations in several districts of Manipur, security forces apprehended 8 individuals and recovered 7 arms, including 2 rifles and 5 Improvised Explosive Devices (IEDs).
Deputy Inspector General (DIG) Vaibhav Krishna said that to manage the massive crowds, the police have declared a no-vehicle zone, allowing only emergency vehicles to pass through.
This decision comes after students accused an outsider, Mohammed Shabbir Ali, of threatening them and attempting to prevent the celebration. The students expressed relief at the High Court's order, stating that they have the right to celebrate their religion.
Extensive security measures have been put in place for the 76th Republic Day celebrations in the national capital. A multi-layered security setup, including vehicle checking, frisking, and the deployment of approximately 15,000 police personnel, has been established to ensure a safe and smoo
After Punjab Police withdrew additional security provided to former Delhi CM Arvind Kejriwal, he called the move "pure politics" and said that there should be no politics over the safety and security of a person.
Attacking the Bharatiya Janata Party further, CM Atish questioned the Election Commission for being a "mute spectator" despite "repeated attacks" on the leader of a national party.
Jammu and Kashmir Police have tightened security along the Jammu-Srinagar highway ahead of the Republic Day celebrations on January 26. A thorough checking campaign has also been conducted to bolster safety measures.