India's 2026 Republic Day: Full Schedule and Highlights
India gears up for a spectacular Republic Day 2026 with a grand parade, global dignitaries, and major policy announcements. Get all the details on the schedule, security, and significance.
India gears up for a spectacular Republic Day 2026 with a grand parade, global dignitaries, and major policy announcements. Get all the details on the schedule, security, and significance.
Jharkhand High Court demands action against senior jail officials after viral video exposes security failures at Birsa Munda Central Jail. Next hearing in a fortnight.
Ahead of Republic Day 2026, Delhi implements strict security and traffic measures. Know the parade route, restrictions, and how to celebrate India's constitutional spirit.
Nearly 200 tribal students from backward districts of Jharkhand, Chhattisgarh, and Odisha gather in Visakhapatnam. They share aspirations to transform their regions despite gaps in education and healthcare. Discover their inspiring journeys.
Former CM Arjun Munda accuses Hemant Soren govt of diluting tribal self-governance in newly notified PESA rules. Congress defends the move. Read the full political clash.
On his birth anniversary, explore Jaipal Singh Munda's journey from Oxford to the Constituent Assembly. His fight for tribal rights and cultural pride continues to challenge India's democracy today. Read more.
Birsa Munda Airport in Ranchi plans to connect to Raipur, Ayodhya, Guwahati, Varanasi, Jaipur & Bagdogra. This expansion, backed by MP Sanjay Seth, will boost tourism & trade in Jharkhand.
Anushka Kumari Munda, the U-17 Indian football 'Goal Machine', receives the Pradhan Mantri Rashtriya Bal Puraskar from President Droupadi Murmu. Discover her inspiring journey from an Adivasi village to the national team.
Discover how Baby G, Karnataka's pioneering tribal healthcare provider, combines professional training with lived Adivasi experience to deliver life-saving care to remote communities. Read her inspiring story.
Planning to attend the Republic Day 2026 parade? Get all details on ticket booking start date, process, price, and essential guidelines for securing your seats.
President Droupadi Murmu applauded tribal women from Jashpur for their eco-friendly crafts at the Kartika Jatra in Gumla. Read how their work empowers communities and preserves heritage.
Ganesh Powar, 22, from Goa's Kathkari tribe, is the first to complete Class X. His community, unrecognized as PVTG, lives in poverty, fights child marriage, and dreams of education. Read their struggle.
Bhagwan Birsa Biological Park in Ranchi deploys extra police, adds ticket counters for Dec 31 & Jan 1 rush after seeing 15,000 visitors last Sunday. New animals added this year.
Ranchi administration enforces strict no-fly zone and major traffic restrictions from Dec 29-30 for President Droupadi Murmu's security during her Jharkhand visit. Details here.
President Droupadi Murmu releases the Indian Constitution in Santhali (Ol Chiki script), empowering 7+ million Santhals. A historic step for tribal rights and linguistic justice. Read more.
Boxing Day, celebrated on December 26, is a major holiday in the UK and Commonwealth. Discover its Victorian origins, traditions, and why it's not about boxing.
Around 120 families, including Malekudiya tribals, in Karnataka's Kudremukh National Park lack electricity. The state offers a Rs 75 lakh electrification plan or a compensation package for relocation, sparking a debate on tribal welfare vs. forest conserv
Odisha's Tribal Advisory Council, chaired by CM Mohan Majhi, recommends boosting eco-tourism, homestays, and tribal development. Key decisions on PESA rules, education, and community inclusion.
Tribal groups in Gujarat's Valsad demand Christmas celebrations be limited to registered Christians, citing cultural preservation. Officials clarify no legal basis for such restrictions. Read more.
Ranchi woke up to season's first dense fog, visibility dropped to 50m. 14 flights cancelled, trains delayed. Orange alert issued for Sunday. Read details on the severe disruption.
Koraput's flagship 5-day cultural festival, Parab 2025, began with grand celebrations, highlighting tribal heritage and boosting local economy. Read more about the vibrant showcase.
In Tamil Nadu's remote Sittilingi valley, doctors Regi George & Lalitha Regi built a hospital, then tackled malnutrition & debt via organic farming & women-led crafts. Discover their unique model of 'social medicine'.
The NCC, Bihar & Jharkhand directorate, organises a cyclothon in Ranchi on Thursday to celebrate tribal hero Birsa Munda's legacy and promote national unity under the theme 'Shaurya Ke Kadam Kranti Ki Ore'.
Four flights to Ranchi's Birsa Munda Airport were cancelled on Monday due to dense fog and operational reasons. IndiGo and AI Express services from Hyderabad, Patna, Delhi, and Mumbai were affected. Get the full details on the travel disruption.
The Tribal Freedom Fighters Museum at Tajangi, Visakhapatnam, will open in January. This fully digital museum uses VFX and interactive tech to showcase heroes like Alluri Sitarama Raju. Explore tribal history and valour.
The Bengaluru Pride March 2025 saw a powerful celebration of queer identity and community, with participants expressing a profound sense of belonging. Read more about this vibrant display of diversity and defiance.
Indian Armed Forces Flag Day is observed on December 7 to honour martyrs & veterans. Learn its history, significance, and how you can contribute to the welfare funds.
IndiGo flight cancellations at Ranchi's Birsa Munda Airport leave passengers stranded, forcing them to pay exorbitant car rental fares up to Rs 60,000 to reach cities like Delhi and Mumbai. Read more.
Tension gripped Ranchi's Birsa Munda Airport as 7 IndiGo flights were cancelled on Saturday, leaving hundreds stranded. Passengers, including migrant workers, faced uncertainty and job threats. Read the full report.
Chaos erupted at Ranchi's Birsa Munda Airport as IndiGo cancelled over 10 flights, stranding hundreds. Passengers missed crucial trips and connecting international flights. Read the full story.