Republic Day Highlights: Nari Sakhti, diverse culture stand out during parade

Security tightened in national capital ahead of R-day celebrations

PM Modi congratulates Padma Awardees

Ram temple will be marked in history as India's continued re-discovery of its civilisational heritage: Murmu

The consecration of the Ram Temple, the Chandrayaan moon landing and the G20 Summit featured big in the Republic Day address of President Droupadi Murmu, who said that India is the “mother of democracy” and the 75th year of the Republic is a “histori...

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75th Republic Day theme: 'Viksit Bharat' & 'Bharat-Loktantra ki Matruka'

The focal point of the parade will revolve around women, with 'Viksit Bharat' and 'Bharat-Loktantra ki Matruka' serving as the primary thematic focuses.

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Glimpses of cities ahead of Republic Day across India

First cable-stayed bridge of Indian Railways in Jammu illuminated

Anji Khad bridge- first cable-stayed bridge of Indian Railways connecting the Katra and Reasi sections of the Udhampur-Srinagar-Baramulla-Rail-Link (USBRL) illuminated in tricolour on the occasion of 75th Republic Day. 

75th Republic Day parade to be women-centric, heralded by 100 women artists with Indian musical instruments.

Rajasthan CM Bhajanlal Sharma unfurled the national flag at his residence on the occasion of Republic Day.

As India joyously commemorates its 75th Republic Day, Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj International Airport (CSMIA) stands poised to join in the festivities. In honour of the auspicious day, CSMIA is adorned in tricolour, with the structures lit up in the vibrant hues of the national flag.

Video: RSS chief Mohan Bhagwat unfurls national flag in Nagpur

Republic Day Parade today: All you need to know

India is celebrating its 75th Republic Day today. The annual Republic Day parade will be at the Kartavya Path in Delhi and will feature the Indian Army, Navy, Air Force, police, and paramilitary forces. The parade will center around women empowerment.

Few things to know:

1. The thematic focuses of the parade are 'Vikasit Bharat' and 'Bharat - Loktantra ki Matruka' emphasising India's essential qualities as a democracy.

2. The parade will start at 10.30 am and will cover a distance of 5 km from Vijay Chowk to India Gate.

Macron wishes people of India on Republic Day

"My dear friend @NarendraModi, Indian people,

My warmest wishes on your Republic Day. Happy and proud to be with you.

Let’s celebrate!" wrote Emmanuel Macron on X.

Australian PM Anthony Albanese greets India on Republic Day, says "On our shared national days, we have an opportunity to celebrate the depth of our friendship. Australia and India have never been closer."

Addressing people on R-Day, MP CM Mohan Yadav says his govt has decided to make Chitrakoot a world-class centre of religious tourism centre

The state government has decided to make Chitrakoot a world-class centre of religious tourism centre. 'Ramayan Mela' will also be organised here every year. Under CM Teerth Darshan Yojana, beneficiaries will be taken on pilgrimage to Ayodhya.

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Rajnath Singh unfurls tricolour at his Delhi residence

Republic day celebration at Bengaluru's Manekshaw Parade Ground | Check Photos

Embassy of India in Japan shares glimpses of 75th Republic Day celebrations at the Embassy. Ambassador Sibi George unfurled the tricolor and read the address by President Droupadi Murmu.

After Prime Minister Narendra Modi arrived at Delhi's National War Memorial, he paid homage to fallen heroes by laying a wreath. This marks the official commencement of Republic Day celebrations in India.

Murmu, Macron seen stepping outside Rashtrapati Bhavan; they are leaving for Kartavya Path.

Vice President Jagdeep Dhankhar arrives at Kartavya Path to witness the Republic Day celebrations. The wait for French President and Chief Guest Emmanuel Macron to arrive at Kartavya Path continues.

President Droupadi Murmu and French President Emmanuel Macron leave for the Kartavya Path, in a special presidential carriage.

Indian President Droupadi Murmu and her French counterpart and Chief Guest Emmanuel Macron arrive at Kartavya Path; parade will begin shortly.

National anthem plays to the backdrop of 21-gun salute. Murmu unfurls national anthem.

The wait is over. The annual parade has begun. Check the full parade in the link below-

For the first time ever, the parade is being heralded by over 100 women artists playing Indian musical instruments. The parade is commencing with the music of Sankh, Naadswaram, Nagada, etc being played by these artists.

The winners of the highest gallantry awards including Param Vir Chakra and Ashok Chakra on the Kartavya Path, as the March Past begins.

March past by the Army Mounted Columns begins.

The first Army contingent leading the Mechanised Column is of 61 Cavalry, led by Major Yashdeep Ahlawat. Raised in 1953, the 61 Cavalry is the only serving active Horsed Cavalry Regiment in the world, with the amalgamation of all the ‘State Horsed Cavalry Units’.

The French Foreign Legion music band consisting of 30 musicians and the French marching contingent from the 2nd Infantry Regiment of the French Foreign Legion on Karvatya Path on 75th Republic Day.

Mechanised Columns of the Army take part in Republic Day 2024 parade. The detachment of Tank T-90 Bhishma, led by Lt Fayaz Singh Dhillon of 42 Armoured Regiment, at the Kartavya Path.

Indian Navy tableau highlights the themes of 'Nari Shakti and 'Atmanirbharta'; it also showcases the aircraft carrier INS Vikrant and Navy ships Delhi, Kolkata and Shivalik and Kalavari Class Submarine.

From tableau of Madhya Pradesh, we now move to Odisha's.

The tableau of Arunachal Pradesh on Kartavya Path depicts the Singchung Bugun Village Community Reserve, a biodiversity hotspot in the state.

ISRO's tableau depicts successful soft-landing of Chandrayaan-3.

UP's Republic Day tableau takes part in the parade

One LCH ac in lead and two Apache Helicopters and two Mk-IV ac in echelon fly in five ac 'Arrow Formation' over Kartavya Path.

The Tangail formation comprising one Dakota aircraft in lead with two Dornier aircraft in echelon fly over Kartavya Path in 'Vic' formation.

Women bikers of BSF, CRPF and SSB showcase their daredevilry at Kartavya Path

The Republic Day parade concludes. President's bodyguard escorts President Murmu and her French counterpart and chief guest Macron back to Rashtrapati Bhavan.

Prime Minister Narendra Modi seen waving to the crowd at Kartavya Path.

Macron's Republic Day gift: France to increase student intake

On the occasion of India's 75th Republic Day, French President Emmanuel Macron announced measures that would ensure more Indian students' intake in France.

Macron, serving as the chief guest at the Republic Day ceremony, said that France has an "ambitious target" of having over 30,000 Indian students by 2030.

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Military might, women power and cultural heritage highlight R-day parade

Double Treat at Kartavya Path

"It was a rare 'Double Treat' at Kartavya Path today during the Republic Day parade showcasing 2 of our recent success stories in science under the leadership of PM Narendra Modi…1)Purple Revolution Tableau depicting Lavender farms from Bhaderwah 2)ISRO Tableau depicting Chandrayaan," tweets Union Minister of State Science & Technology Dr Jitendra Singh.

R-Day celebrations in Dubai

Members of the Indian community celebrated the 75th Republic Day in Dubai with great fervour and joy.

At-home reception

French President Emmanuel Macron, PM Modi attend 'at-home' reception hosted by President Murmu. Macron was the chief guest at R-Dy parade.

Putin extends R-Day wishes

Extending his greetings on India’s 75th Republic Day, Russian President Vladimir Putin said India enjoys a deserved influence in the international arena.