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The "Swathi" weapon locating radar system, a collaborative effort by DRDO and Bharat Electronics Ltd, took the lead in the parade.

Established in 1953, the 61st Cavalry stands as the sole active horse-mounted cavalry regiment globally, formed by the amalgamation of various "State Horsed Cavalry Units." The majestic mounted cavalry was a captivating sight, symbolizing a rich legacy and dedication to tradition.

As the chief guest at the ceremony, Macron observed the impressive military parade and cultural performances alongside President Droupadi Murmu, Prime Minister Narendra Modi, members of the Union Cabinet, foreign diplomats, and various dignitaries.

Approximately 95 French troops marched down the Kartavya Path in the heart of the national capital, capturing the attention of onlookers.

During a state-level function on the eve of Republic Day, Kejriwal announced his intention to visit Ayodhya with his family to pay respects to Ram Lalla after the ceremony.

The Kirti Chakra awardees include Major Digvijay Singh Rawat of the Parachute Regiment, Major Deependra Vikram Basnet from the Sikh Regiment, and Havildar Pawan Kumar Yadav from the Mahar Regiment.

Earlier, Macron received a red-carpet welcome in Jaipur and participated in a roadshow with Prime Minister Modi, showcasing the Pink City's royal heritage.

The weather conditions in Delhi were characterized by a partly cloudy sky and moderate fog, as per the IMD. At 8:30 am, IGI Palam (VIDP) and Safdarjung (VIDD) Airports were reported to have dense fog, with visibilities of 100 m and 300 m, respectively.

Republic Day is a significant day in India, commemorating the adoption of the Constitution and the establishment of the Republic of India on January 26, 1950.

Both Akshay and Tiger held the Indian flag while sprinting in the video, creating a powerful visual representation of patriotism.

The Secretary of State acknowledged key achievements during India's successful G20 Presidency and at the G20 Leaders' Summit in the past year

Jaishankar had reportedly stated that China violated bilateral consensus in 2020 by amassing a large number of military forces along the Line of Actual Control (LAC), leading to the conflict in the Galwan Valley.

Adding a touch of aerial grandeur to the celebration, four Mi-17 IV helicopters from the 105 Helicopter Unit gracefully showered vibrant flower petals upon the enthralled audience gathered at Kartavya Path.

The spotlight is on VAR referee Hernandez following his decisions favoring Real Madrid in the Santiago Bernabeu, sparking a week of controversy surrounding referees.

The RBI has advised LIC to acquire the major shareholding in HDFC Bank within one year, specifically by January 24, 2025.

Hoffmann underscored the escalation of tensions in global trade due to both geopolitical issues and climate change.

In addition, Hamas expressed its intent to release Israeli prisoners currently in its custody in exchange for the release of Palestinian prisoners detained by Israel.

According to the Brennan Center's findings, over 40% of surveyed state legislators have experienced threats or attacks in the past three years, with nearly 90% facing varying degrees of abuse, including harassment and intimidation.

Born as Narayanan Vijayaraj Alagaraswami on August 25, 1952, Vijayakanth was widely recognized by his screen name.

The Padma Bhushan category featured prominent personalities such as the Supreme Court's first woman judge M. Fathima Beevi (posthumous), veteran actor Mithun Chakraborty, Foxconn Chairman Young Liu, former Union Minister and BJP leader Ram Naik, singer Usha Uthup, and Tamil actor and DMDK founder Vijaykanth (posthumous), among others.

Representing the district magistrate, ADM (protocol) Prakash Chand convened a meeting at the Gyanvapi mosque with the plaintiff and head priest of Acharya Ved Vyas Peeth temple, Shailendra Kumar Pathak Vyas, along with his advocates and representatives of Anjuman Intezamia Masjid.

Jaiveer Singh, the Uttar Pradesh tourism and culture minister, shared that the campaign to hoist the Indian Tricolour on Mount Kilimanjaro was launched on the day of the consecration of Shri Ram Lalla in Ayodhya

Akram, in the letter released on Wednesday, highlighted the potential impact of the Mandir's construction on "harmony and peace in the region.

The palpable discord persisted as Khan entered the Assembly's foyer, greeted by Chief Minister Pinarayi Vijayan and his delegation.

The NSC, running through Russia, Azerbaijan, Iran, and further down to India, is viewed as an alternative to Western routes for trade.

The BSE Sensex was recorded at 70,331.85 points, marking a decline of 728.46 points or 1.03 percent. Tech Mahindra witnessed a plunge of over 5 percent, attributed to weak quarterly results

In the first Test against India, England won the toss and chose to bat on a surface that provided a fair amount of spin.

In a statement released on Wednesday, the Public Inquiry into Foreign Interference in Federal Electoral Processes and Democratic Institutions announced its request to the Canadian government for information regarding alleged interference by India.

Highlighting the responsibility of the youth, Modi urged them to contribute to making the country developed over the next 25 years, drawing a parallel with the dedication of the young generation before Independence who fought for freedom.

Praggnanandhaa now shares the lead with Uzbekistan’s Nodirbek Abdusattorov, Holland's Anish Giri, and D Gukesh, each accumulating 5.5 points from the first nine rounds.