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Republic Day: Putin hails Russian-Indian ties as 'special partnership'

In his message, Putin said that the Indian Constitution that came into force 75 years ago laid the foundation for building effective state institutions and a free democratic development of India

US President Trump wants Egypt, Jordan to take in Palestinians from Gaza

''I'd rather get involved with some of the Arab nations, and build housing in a different location, where they can maybe live in peace for a change," Trump said

Neighbouring leaders extend wishes to PM Modi on India's 76th Republic Day

Earlier, Oli congratulated Modi and wished the ideals of democracy and national unity flourish evermore, fostering deeper ties of friendship between their two nations

PM Modi, President Subianto discuss economic ties, energy, infrastructure

The two leaders also agreed that the first meeting of the Joint Economic and Financial Dialogue should be convened early to further deepen economic engagement

Indians abroad celebrate 76th Republic Day, world leaders extend greetings

In Sri Lanka, the island nations' Navy band performed Indian patriotic tunes in a demonstration of the cultural closeness between the two countries

Rafale's victory roll, Sukhoi-30's 'Trishul' steal show at R-Day flypast

The daring aerial acrobatics by three Sukhoi-30 fighter aircraft that came roaring over Kartavya Path at 900 kmph before pulling apart in a Trishul formation just above the India Gate also left the la

Security forces have broken backbone of Maoists in Chhattisgarh, says Guv

In his Republic Day address at the Police Parade ground here, Deka also said his government's focus is on rapid economic growth of Chhattisgarh

India's military prowess takes centre stage at 76th Republic Day parade

In a first, a tri-services tableau, depicting the broader spirit of "jointness" among the armed forces, rolled down Kartavya Path, the centrepiece boulevard of the national capital

Navy's R-Day tableau showcases 3 newly commissioned frontline combatants

The three platforms commissioned in Mumbai on January 15, symbolises India's naval prowess and the spirit of 'Atmanirbharta' (self-reliance)

US mission in India 'reviewing' foreign aid after Trump's executive order

US Secretary of State Marco Rubio has reportedly ordered an immediate halt to work on virtually all existing foreign aid programmes pending a review

We join them in recognising enduring significance: US wishes India on R-Day

US Secretary of State, Marco Rubio, in a statement, said the India-US relationship continues to reach new heights and will be the defining relationship of the 21st century

India, Indonesia sign MOUs on health, renew one on maritime security

A Cultural Exchange Program was also signed between the Union Ministry of Culture and Indonesia's Ministry of Culture

R-Day 2025: 93 armed forces personnel to receive Gallantry Awards today

President also approved 58 Mentioned-in-Despatches to the Armed Forces personnel, including four posthumous medals

Prez Murmu approves 2 Kirti Chakras, 14 Shaurya Chakras on R-Day eve

Major Manjit, who displayed "outstanding" leadership in a separate operation against two "foreign" terrorists in Sopore in the Union Territory in April last, was also awarded the Kirti Chakra

India, Indonesia to boost defence, trade ties, jointly counter terrorism

In his remarks, Modi said both sides also decided to further strengthen mutual cooperation in areas such as FinTech, Artificial Intelligence, Internet of Things and digital public infrastructure

76th Republic Day: CRPF awarded highest number of gallantry medals

A total of 95 bravery medals have been awarded to the personnel of state and central police forces, fire service, home guard and civil defence and correctional services

Indonesia to be in lead of India's 76th Republic Day parade for first time

Indonesian President is accompanied by a high-powered delegation of six cabinet ministers, senior officials and a very large business delegation

Awami League won't be allowed to contest Bangladesh polls: Yunus' adviser

The Awami League has been virtually out of the open political landscape since August 5, 2024, with most of its leaders and Hasina's cabinet members either in jail on murder and other criminal charges

31 CBI officers awarded police medals on occasion of 76th Republic Day

Six officers have been awarded the President's Police Medal for Distinguished Service while 25 received the Police Medal for Meritorious Service

Honoured to welcome Indonesia Prez Subianto as R-Day chief guest: PM Modi

India and Indonesia on Saturday agreed to give a new momentum to overall bilateral ties and especially concurred on working jointly in the areas of defence manufacturing and supply chains