Prime Minister Narendra Modi in his Republic Day 'Mann ki Baat' on Sunday hailed the Bru-Reang refugee agreement as the best example of cooperative federalism. The agreement paved the way for resettlement of the Bru Reang tribe, displaced from Mizoram due to caste violence in 1997.
India on Sunday celebrated its 71st Republic Day with a grand display of military prowess, vibrant cultural diversity and socio-economic progress on the majestic Rajpath where thousands of people, besides the country's top political and military leadership and foreign dignitaries witnessed the annual parade.
Indian and Pakistani troops usually exchange sweets and greetings on their important national days and festivals. But the tradition has not been followed for the past few years due to Pakistan's continued support to terrorism in the Union Territory and frequent ceasefire violations, the officials said.
A total of 105 students -- 50 from undergraduate, postgraduate or PhD programmes and 30 from Class 10 and 25 from Class 12 -- were selected. However, only 87 of them attended the programme.
While Kandasamy first left the venue within 10 minutes of commencement of the reception, the Chief Minister and others followed him raising eyebrows among the audience.
The pilot project will provide a wholesome meal at an affordable Rs 10 to poor people at designated timings at centres or canteens in all the districts in the state.
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
The mobile data services in Jammu and Kashmir were suspended till 6 p.m. on Sunday ahead of celebrations of Republic Day on Sunday. The voice calling and the SMS has also been suspended till 6 p.m.
The sportspersons took to their social media profiles in extending wishes on the country's 71st Republic Day.
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.
If you have to catch a train today and you have to go to New Delhi or Old Delhi railway station, then there is no need to panic. Check route diversions due to Republic Day parade.
On our 71st Republic Day 2020, let's have a look at when other countries across the globe celebrate Republic Day.
Brazilian President Jair Messias Bolsonaro is the chief guest this year who along with the Prime Minister will watch a stunning display of India's rich diversity. Twenty-two tableaux will roll down the Rajpath. While 16 of them are from States and Union Territories, remaining six are from various ministries.
Republic Day 2020: With the 71st Republic Day celebrations set to begin here shortly, the entire national capital has been put under a multi-layered, ground-to-air security cover with thousands of armed personnel keeping a tight vigil over it, including the celebration venue Rajpath.
Entry and exit at some of the metro stations in central Delhi will be closed for a few hours in the morning of Republic Day on Sunday due to security reasons, officials said on Saturday.
January 26 marks a special day in the history of our country. On this day, in 1950, India became a Republic. Our very Constitution, that still acts as the source of our rights as Indian citizens was enacted on this day, 70 years ago. The occasion is marked by a ceremonial parade at the Rajpath with military brilliance and cultural diversities. The President, being the supreme commander of the armed forces, took salute from various corps of the Indian Army, Navy, and Air Force and their bands marching past on the Rajpath. Brazilian President Jair Bolsonaro was the chief guest at the 71st Republic Day Parade.
Bollywood celebrities are extending their heartfelt wishes on Republic Day 2020. Check out the live updates here:
Republic Day 2020 Horoscope - Acharya Indu Prakash will tell you how to deal with hostile planets, according to your zodiac signs.
As the country is all set to celebrate the 71st Republic Day, Delhi Police has issued an advisory for the public who are visiting the function at Rajpath. The advisory includes items that should not be taken to the Republic Day function.
Social activist Abdul Jabbar who fought for the victims and survivors of the 1984 Bhopal gas tragedy has been awarded Padma Shri, posthumously.
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