Prime Minister Narendra Modi extended Republic Day greetings, emphasizing renewed energy for building a developed India. President Droupadi Murmu presided over celebrations with European leaders as chief guests.
Avtar Singh Bhasin, former Indian diplomat and prolific author on foreign policy, died in Delhi at age 90. He served in MEA for three decades and authored key works on India's relations with neighbors.
Bangladesh government accuses former PM Sheikh Hasina of inciting violence ahead of elections, condemns her Delhi speech as hateful and terror-promoting.
Chandigarh Police has issued a detailed traffic and security advisory for Republic Day 2026. Several roads around Parade Ground will be closed from 6.30 am, with specific entry gates and parking arrangements for different attendees.
The Indian Constitution, the world's longest written constitution, was shaped by a seven-member Drafting Committee. Led by Dr. B.R. Ambedkar, this group of legal luminaries and scholars worked tirelessly from 1947 to 1949 to draft the foundational documen
Delhi-NCR under high security alert for Republic Day with intensified vehicle checks. National landmarks illuminated in tricolor, while security forces maintain vigilance across borders.
As India marks 76 years as a constitutional republic, explore the unique artistic dimension of its Constitution—22 hand-drawn illustrations that transform legal text into a cultural tapestry, blending law with civilizational spirit.
A 73-year-old woman, Asha Patil, died after being struck by an unidentified vehicle during her morning walk on Pashan Road in Pune. Police are investigating the hit-and-run case using CCTV footage.
A bomb threat targeting Ayodhya's Ram Temple prompted massive security deployment and investigation. Police detained the caller, preliminarily identified as mentally unstable, with no explosives found on premises.
BJP national president Nitin Nabin, on his first visit to Uttar Pradesh after election, urged workers to strengthen booth-level activity and praised state's transformation under Yogi Adityanath.
The United States congratulated India on its 77th Republic Day, emphasizing bilateral cooperation. Meanwhile, Delhi implemented unprecedented AI-powered security measures including facial recognition glasses and 3,000+ CCTV cameras.
Two consecutive mobile snatching incidents occurred within five minutes in Lucknow's Rajajipuram area late Friday night. Police have filed an FIR and are reviewing CCTV footage to apprehend the unidentified bike-borne accused.
UP CM Yogi Adityanath indirectly attacked Samajwadi Party leaders, highlighting past corruption in education schemes while distributing Rs 945 crore scholarships to 18.79 lakh students via DBT.
Uttar Pradesh witnessed a concerning 10.2% increase in road accidents and a 12.8% rise in fatalities in 2025 compared to 2024. While Bareilly district showed improvement, nine other top districts reported higher numbers.
Under Jal Jivan Mission, Uttar Pradesh achieves 'Har Ghar Jal' status in 26,564 villages, providing tap water to 2.5 crore rural families with solar-powered systems reducing carbon emissions.
On the 77th Republic Day, 33 Delhi Police officers receive awards, with the Special Cell securing 13 gallantry medals for high-risk counter-terror operations in the capital.
A historic dargah at Wynberg-Allen School in Mussoorie was vandalized by a group of 25-30 people, following viral social media claims about its legality on forest land. An FIR has been registered.
Congress-led opposition parties in Assam submit memorandum to CEO, demanding rejection of bulk objections that could disenfranchise legitimate voters ahead of Assembly elections.
Jaipur police arrested three Thai women from a city hotel for illegally overstaying in India with expired passports and visas. The hotel owner was also booked under the Foreigners Act.
A woman returning from an event with a friend was dragged into a forested area near Leopard Trail in Gurgaon's Aravalis and allegedly sexually assaulted after midnight on Saturday. Police have arrested a 25-year-old suspect.
Uttar Pradesh's Chief Electoral Officer reveals 3.5 crore eligible citizens remain unregistered despite 12.55 crore voters. Low awareness and voluntary enrollment cited as key challenges.
Nagaur police raided a farmhouse, seizing nearly 10,000kg of ammonium nitrate and explosives-making materials, arresting Suleman Khan for illegal storage and trafficking.
Samajwadi Party chief Akhilesh Yadav accuses BJP of arrogance, damaging temples and idols during Varanasi road widening and ghat renovation, calling for social boycott.
Two Dial 112 PRV constables and an associate arrested in Ambedkarnagar for cheating a Gorakhpur man of Rs 2 lakh in a fake gold scam. The constables threatened the victim and have been suspended.
Former BBC bureau chief Sir William Mark Tully built a profound connection with Uttar Pradesh over four decades, covering pivotal events from elections to Kumbh Melas while embracing local culture and languages.
A 25-year-old woman in Ahmedabad has filed a police complaint alleging assault, stalking, harassment, and death threats from an acquaintance over a disputed flat purchase made in February 2025.
Kerala police arrested a former HR manager for allegedly sending pornographic videos and seeking sexual favors from a nun colleague at a church-run hospital in Changanassery.
India's draft National Electricity Policy emphasizes nuclear power expansion to meet decarbonization goals. With limited uranium resources, the focus shifts to thorium R&D for sustainable energy independence.
On Republic Day 1986, the transfer of Chandigarh to Punjab was postponed as the Mathew Commission failed to identify Hindi-speaking villages for Haryana. Violence in Punjab and Greek PM's visit highlighted the day.
Davos 2026 witnessed a historic rupture as Trump's disruptive speech clashed with Carney's call for middle-power unity. AI dominated discussions, with warnings from Harari and India's defense by Vaishnaw. Climate dialogue diminished amid geopolitical tens