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Priyanka Gandhi, the general secretary of the Indian National Congress, took to social media to extend her warm wishes on Republic Day. In a post written in Hindi, she emphasized the significance of the day as the Constitution of India came into force, ensuring justice, freedom, equality, and human dignity for every citizen. ...

The Union Finance Ministry has notified the operationalisation of the Unified Pension Scheme (UPS) as an option under the National Pension System (NPS) for Central government employees with effect from April 1, ensuring them guaranteed retirement benefits. ...

India commemorates its 76th Republic Day on Sunday. The celebrations begin early in the morning, drawing tens of thousands to the national capital for the grand parade. Meanwhile, the CIA shifted its stance on COVID-19 origin suggesting that a lab-related incident is "more likely" than natural transmission through animals. ...

New Delhi: As India celebrates its 76th Republic Day, Prime Minister Narendra Modi marked the occasion in his signature style, donning a vibrant multi-coloured turban that highlights his deep connection to the country's culture and heritage. ...

A horrific incident occurred in the Etah district of Uttar Pradesh, where a 3-year-old girl was brutally assaulted by her uncle, Hira Lal, in the Hindu Nagar area. The young victim was enticed with chocolates by her uncle and taken to his place, only to return home in severe pain and bleeding from her private parts. ...

New Delhi: President Droupadi Murmu unfurled the national flag at the Kartavya Path on the 76th Republic Day. The flag hoisting was assisted by Indian Navy Officer Lieutenant Shubham Kumar and Lt Yogita Saini. ...

Washington: President Donald Trump has ended his predecessor’s hold on sending 2,000-pound bombs to Israel, lifting a pressure point that had been meant to reduce civilian casualties during the US ally’s war with Hamas in Gaza that is now halted by a tenuous ceasefire. ...

Hyderabad: Republic Day celebrations are underway across Telangana. Governor Jishnu Dev Verma unfurled the national flag at the Secunderabad Parade Grounds. He later received a salute from the police. CM Revanth Reddy, ministers, MLAs, and senior officials attended the event. ...

Homeland Security Secretary, Kirstjen Nielsen, recently made a statement reaffirming her commitment to keeping Americans safe. She emphasized that one of her main goals is to fulfill President Trump's promise to secure the southern border and address the immigration system. ...

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In a scathing attack on the BJP-led Centre, Congress president Mallikarjun Kharge alleged on Sunday that a hateful agenda, immersed in religious fundamentalism, has sought to divide the society over the last 10 years and every sacred tenet of the Constitution is being “shredded into pieces by an authoritarian regime”. ...

The United States Agency for International Development has halted funding and work from Bangladesh under existing contracts, grants, and agreements. This is a significant blow to the interim government of Muhammad Yunus in Bangladesh. ...

On the occasion of the 76th Republic Day, the Border Security Force (BSF) on Sunday held the customary national flag hoisting ceremony at the Attari-Wagah Border in Amritsar, Punjab. ...

Malayalam director Shafi, known for delivering superhits like ‘Kalyanaraman’ and ‘Pulival Kalyanam’, passed away on Sunday at the age of 56. He was admitted to a private hospital in Kochi after suffering a stroke on January 16, and was in critical condition for a few days before his demise. ...

Ajith Kumar has been awarded the Padma Bhushan, India's third-highest civilian honour, making him one of the 19 recipients of this prestigious award. Reacting to the news, the actor expressed his gratitude for the recognition, stating, "I am deeply humbled and honoured to receive the esteemed Padma Award by the President of India." ...

The maiden celebrations marking the birth of the Republic of India were not held on Rajpath (now Kartavya Path), the historical avenue that has over time become synonymous with the ceremony. It was held in the 1930s-era Irwin Amphitheatre after the country got its first president. ...

Pakistan: As many as 30 terrorists were killed by the Pakistan security forces in three separate engagements in Khyber Pakhtunkhwa, ARY News reported quoting the military. ...

New Delhi: Indonesian President Prabowo Subianto will grace India’s 76th Republic Day celebrations at Kartvya Path today, in a great showcase of the two countries’ long-standing ties, as then Indonesian President Sukarno also graced India’s first Republic Day celebrations in 1950. ...

US President Donald Trump has floated a potential plan to “clean out” Gaza and said on Saturday (local time) that he is pressing Jordan and Egypt to take in Palestinians from the war-torn territory. ...

India’s national flag symbolizes the country’s rich history and its journey to sovereignty. While both Independence Day and Republic Day involve ceremonial flag displays, the act of unfurling the flag on Republic Day holds a unique meaning distinct from the flag hoisting on Independence Day. ...

The Ministry of Defence recently announced the gallantry awards bestowed upon the brave soldiers for their exceptional courage and valor in the line of duty. The awards include two Kirti Chakras, 14 Shaurya Chakras, one Bar to Sena Medal (Gallantry), 66 Sena Medals, two Nao Sena Medals (Gallantry), and eight Vayu Sena Medals (Gallantry). ...

India is celebrating its 76th Republic Day on January 26, 2025. Republic Day marks the occasion when the Constitution of India came into effect in 1950. A total of 16 tableaux from states and Union territories, along with 15 from central ministries, departments, and organizations, will participate in the parade. ...

The Uniform Civil Code will be implemented in Uttarakhand on January 27, making it the first state to implement such a law that will bring uniformity in society while ensuring equal rights and responsibilities for all citizens, Chief Minister Pushkar Singh Dhami has said. ...

In a tragic incident, a Class 10 girl died after a monkey pushed her off the rooftop of her house in Bihar's Siwan district. The mishap occurred in Maghar village under the jurisdiction of the Bhagwanpur police station on Saturday afternoon. The deceased, Priya Kumar, was studying on the rooftop while basking in the sun due to the cold weather. ...

Raman Rajamannan, the king of Kerala's Mannan community, will attend the 76th Republic Day celebrations in New Delhi on January 26. King Rajamannan will be accompanied by his wife Binumol. Kelu, Minister for Welfare of Scheduled Castes, Scheduled Tribes and Backward Classes, handed over the Republic Day invitation to the tribal king. ...