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Republic Day 2021: Tweeple share thoughts on special day
By Srimoyee Chowdhury
PUBLISHED ON JAN 26, 2021 02:26 PM IST
Hashtags #RepublicDay and #RepublicDay2021 were seen trending on Twitter.
How sign language helped connect diverse 'mini India' at R-Day camp amid Covid
PTI, New Delhi
PUBLISHED ON JAN 25, 2021 05:55 PM IST
Bengali, Gujarati, Tamil, Ladakhi, Assamese are among the Indian languages which can be heard at this year's Republic Day camp here, but there is a particular one being also used by various contingents - sign language, adding a layer of inclusivity to the diversity that the ceremonial event represents.
PM Modi meets artists ahead of R-Day parade, urges them to strengthen India
ANI, New Delhi [india]
PUBLISHED ON JAN 25, 2021 05:26 PM IST
Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Sunday interacted with artists, who will be performing in the 75th Republic Day Parade on January 26 and lauded the country's socio-cultural heritage.
Around 100 students to watch Republic Day parade from PM's box
PTI, New Delhi
PUBLISHED ON JAN 25, 2021 08:21 AM IST
The students will also get to interact with Education Minister Ramesh Pokhriyal 'Nishank' after the parade.
15,000 tractors, 170 km: All you need to know about the farmers' tractor rally
By hindustantimes.com | Edited by Arpan Rai
PUBLISHED ON JAN 24, 2021 07:16 PM IST
According to the Delhi police estimates, about 15,000 tractors are present at the three border points and more are expected to trickle in.
'When you march on Rajpath...': PM Modi talks to participants of R-Day parade
By hindustantimes.com | Written by Arpan Rai, New Delhi
PUBLISHED ON JAN 24, 2021 05:53 PM IST
The Republic Day parade, PM Modi said, pays tribute to India's great social, cultural heritage, as well as our strategic strength.
In a first, Ladakh tableau to be part of Republic Day parade
ANI, New Delhi
PUBLISHED ON JAN 24, 2021 03:45 PM IST
Ladakh's tableau will depict the iconic Thiksey Monastery located on top of a hill in Thikse in Leh district, and is one of the most-visited tourist sites in the region.
Security forces carry out Republic Day parade rehearsals
ANI
UPDATED ON JAN 18, 2021 10:52 AM IST
Group of special forces, along with senior Indian Army and paramilitary personnel, reached Rajpath at 5 am and practice till 10 am.
Shorter parade, age cap on guests: Covid-19 casts a shadow on Republic Day
By Anvit Srivastava
UPDATED ON JAN 18, 2021 07:41 AM IST
Officials privy to the preparations said only 25,000 people will be allowed to watch the parade on Rajpath compared to over 100,000 people who usually turn up for the event. They said only 4,000 people from the general public will be allowed. Rest of the spectators will be VVIP and VIP guests.
Alexander Ellis appointed new British high commissioner to India
By Prasun Sonwalkar | Hindustan Times, London
UPDATED ON JAN 05, 2021 06:28 PM IST
Ellis, who succeeds Philip Barton, is expected to be in the post during the visit of UK PM Boris Johnson, who will be the chief guest at India’s Republic Day parade on January 26
Bangladesh army to take part in Republic Day parade
By HT Correspondent | Hindustan Times, New Delhi
UPDATED ON JAN 03, 2021 04:18 AM IST
Foreign soldiers took part in the parade for the first time in 2016 when a French army contingent of 130 soldiers marched down Rajpath. The then French President, Francois Hollande, witnessed the parade as the chief guest that year.
How biofuels can double farm incomes
UPDATED ON DEC 28, 2020 09:26 AM IST
A total of Rs 1 lakh crore worth of biofuel will be purchased every year by oil marketing firms in the future for blending. This money will be ploughed back to the rural economy
Look forward to welcoming UK prime minister Boris Johnson, says India
By HT Correspondent | Hindustan Times, New Delhi
UPDATED ON DEC 24, 2020 09:17 PM IST
Asked whether the spread of the new variant of coronavirus in the UK, which has already resulted in several countries restricting the entry of travellers from Britain, would affect the invitation to Johnson, ministry of external affairs spokesperson Anurag Srivastava said there had been no change.
Ayodhya, upcoming Ram Temple in Uttar Pradesh’s tableau for Republic Day
By Pankaj Jaiswal | Hindustan Times, Lucknow
UPDATED ON DEC 11, 2020 09:26 PM IST
The tableau will feature a grand model of the temple, scenes from Ramayan and the new tradition of annual Deepotsava in Ayodhya.
Will stay put, join R-Day in tractors, say protesting farmers
By Karn Pratap Singh and Anvit Srivastava | Hindustan Times, New Delhi
UPDATED ON DEC 05, 2020 01:40 AM IST
Thousands of farmers are sitting in protest against the new farm laws on four borders of Delhi --- Singhu, Tikri, Chilla and Ghazipur. Their representatives have held two rounds of talks with the Centre so far, with the third round scheduled for Saturday.
Just 9 Delhi schools apply to participate in 2021 Republic Day parade
By Fareeha Iftikhar | Hindustan Times, New Delhi
UPDATED ON NOV 29, 2020 09:21 AM IST
The Delhi government had on September 28 invited schools to send their entries for participation in Republic Day 2021 celebration at Rajpath.
US looking forward to working with India on security
By Asian News International | Washington
PUBLISHED ON JAN 28, 2020 09:17 AM IST
Washington wished New Delhi for a decade “full of achievements” as India recently completed 70 years as a Republic.
Union HRD Minister felicitates 87 meritorious students
By Asian News International | New Delhi
UPDATED ON JAN 27, 2020 09:05 AM IST
The students were awarded Certificate of Appreciation by the Minister to encourage them to achieve new heights in the future. Read on to know more...
The many firsts for 2020 Republic Day parade
By Rahul Singh | Hindustan Times, New Delhi
UPDATED ON JAN 27, 2020 04:59 AM IST
From choppers in tri-service formation to Jammu and Kashmir’s tableau as Union Territories, India’s 71st Republic Day celebration had many firsts to it.
Republic Day parade 2020: School kids perform traditional dance forms
By Asian News International | New Delhi
PUBLISHED ON JAN 26, 2020 02:40 PM IST
Kids from the state of Gujarat, Rajasthan and West Bengal were seen performing amid roaring reception from the enthusiastic crowds at the event. Read on to know more...
New weapons, women bikers, choppers dazzle during Republic Day parade
By HT Correspondent | Hindustan Times, New Delhi
UPDATED ON SEP 24, 2020 08:47 PM IST
India’s armed forces took centre-stage at the grand parade as they displayed the army’s battle tank Bhishma, Infantry Combat Vehicle Ballway Machine Pikate and the air force’s brand new Rafale fighter jet and the newly inducted Chinook and Apache helicopters.
News updates from Hindustan Times: Mumbai Police’s mounted unit, dressed by Manish Malhotra, to take the streets and all the latest news
By HT Correspondent | Hindustan Times, New Delhi
UPDATED ON JAN 26, 2020 01:16 PM IST
Here are today’s top news, analysis and opinion at this hour. Know all about the latest news and other news updates from Hindustan Times.
At Republic Day Parade, a look at the many firsts
By HT Correspondent | Hindustan Times, New Delhi
UPDATED ON SEP 24, 2020 08:44 PM IST
A contingent of women bikers of Central Reserve Police Force (CRPF) will perform daredevil stunts for the first time. Inspector Seema Nag will be leading the contingent and seen saluting while standing on top of a moving motorcycle.
71st Republic Day 2020 highlights| Beating retreat ceremony at Attari-Wagah border on Republic Day
By HT Correspondent | Hindustan Times, New Delhi
UPDATED ON JAN 26, 2020 06:41 PM IST
India celebrates its 71st Republic Day today. On this day in 1950, the Constitution of India came into force. The Republic Day parade, which is considered the main attraction of the day’s celebration, was held along Rajpath. It was a 90-minute event. Brazilian President Jair Bolsonaro was the chief guest at the parade. Before the parade began, Prime Minister Narendra Modi paid tribute at the National War Memorial and President Ram Nath Kovind unfurled the national flag along with General Manoj Mukund Naravane, Chief of the Army Staff, Admiral Karambir Singh, Chief of the Naval Staff, Marshal Rakesh Kumar Singh Bhadauria, Chief of the Air Staff. Follow highlights here:
Police to keep an eye out for CAA protesters at Republic Day parade
By Anvit Srivastava | Hindustan Times, New Delhi
UPDATED ON JAN 26, 2020 10:31 AM IST
With slew of stringent measures in place, officers will also look for anti-citizenship law messages written on visitors’ clothes. Facial recognition cameras is also in place.
71st Republic Day 2020: Traffic restrictions in place ahead of Republic Day parade
By Asian News International | New Delhi
UPDATED ON JAN 25, 2020 08:54 PM IST
71st Republic Day: According to the advisory, no cross-traffic will be allowed on Rajpath from 11 pm on Saturday at Rafi Marg, Janpath and Mansingh Road till the Republic Day Parade is over.
PM Modi to pay homage to martyrs at National War Memorial ahead of R-Day celebrations
By Asian News International | New Delhi
UPDATED ON JAN 25, 2020 08:46 PM IST
71st Republic Day: Republic Day Deputy Commander Major General Alok Kakkar said that this would be the first time the Prime Minister will lay a wreath at the National War Memorial on the Republic Day.
Brazilian President begins 4-day visit; trade, investment relations in focus
By HT Correspondent | Hindustan Times, New Delhi
PUBLISHED ON JAN 25, 2020 12:22 AM IST
Bolsonaro, the third Brazilian president to be the chief guest at the celebrations that showcase India’s military might and culture, was accompanied by eight ministers and a large business delegation for the four-day visit.
‘Will learn from each of you’: PM to kids who won national awards
By HT Correspondent | Hindustan Times, New Delhi
UPDATED ON JAN 24, 2020 11:31 PM IST
The 49 awardees, from various states, including one each from Jammu & Kashmir, Manipur and Arunachal Pradesh, were awarded for excellence in six categories — art and culture, innovation, scholastic, social service, sports and bravery.
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PHOTOS: Republic Day Parade rehearsals in Srinagar and Patna
UPDATED ON JAN 24, 2020 07:12 PM IST