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LIVE news: Centre announces Padma awardees on eve of Republic Day

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First woman elephant mahout among 34 unsung heroes awarded Padma Shri

India's first woman elephant mahout Parbati Baruah famous as "Hasti Kanya", tribal environmentalist Chami Murmu, social worker Sangthankima who runs Mizoram's largest orphanage and plastic surgeon Prema Dhanraj who treats burn victims are among 34 "unsung heroes" awarded Padma Shri on Thursday. The list, issued on the eve of 75th Republic Day, also has organic farmer from South Andaman K Chellammal, international Mallakhamb coach Uday Vishwanath Deshpande, renowned microbiologist who pioneered development of India's inaugural Sickle Cell Anemia Control Program Yazdi Maneksha Italia, Longpi potter Machihan Sasa from Ukhrul who dedicated five decades to preserve this ancient Manipuri traditional pottery that traces its roots back to the Neolithic period (10,000 BC). The coveted civilian honour also went to Gaddam Sammaiah theatre artiste Chindu Yakshaganam (from Jangaon) performing this art form for over five decades in over 19,000 shows, Bhilwara's Behrupiya artiste Jankilal, third ..

R-Day eve address: India moving ahead with confidence, says President

Ram temple a testament to people's trust in judiciary, says President Murmu in address on the eve of Republic Day

Watch: President Murmu's full address to nation on eve of Republic Day 2024

On the eve of the 75th Republic Day, in her address to the nation, President Droupadi Murmu talks about G20 summit, Ram Mandir, Paris Olympics, and more. Watch the full speech

Republic Day weekend: Places to go near Delhi, Mumbai, Bengaluru, Kolkata

Planning a last-minute getaway for the upcoming long weekend? Nothing to worry, we have you covered. Here is a driving distance guide for Delhi, Mumbai, Bangalore, and Kolkata

R-Day sale 2024: Smartphones, PCs, and electronics fly off e-com shelves

Beginning January 13, e-commerce majors Amazon and Flipkart rolled out their Republic Day sale events in India, with various bank offers and discounts on gadgets and electronic items

R-Day eve address: President Murmu speaks on Ram temple, Isro missions

President Droupadi Murmu on Thursday said the Ram temple will be marked in history as "India's continued re-discovery of its civilisational heritage" and as a grand edifice, giving a befitting expression not only of people's faith but also as a testament to people's enormous trust in judicial process. In her address to the nation on the eve of the 75th Republic Day, the president spoke on various issues including the welfare schemes initiated by the government and said it will be a proud day for the nation when it will be among those countries where homelessness "is a rarity". She also touched on the conflicts that have emerged in several parts of the world and stressed at finding a way out in the light of reason. "When each of the two conflicting sides believes that it is right and the other is wrong, the way out should be found in the light of reason. Unfortunately, instead of reason, fears and prejudices have fuelled passions, leading to relentless violence. There have been a ...

Kinetic Green to launch E-Luna in February, bookings start on January 26

Consumers can secure their E-Luna by pre-booking on the Kinetic Green website for an amount of Rs 500. Kinetic had started a pilot around September in some locations of Maharashtra

Republic Day 2024: Here are interesting facts, theme, chief guests and more

Republic Day is celebrated every year on January 26, 2024. All eyes will be on Kartavya Path, where Indian army, navy, air force and paramilitary groups will perform parades

Republic Day 2024: Airports on high alert, traffic affects national capital

Airports Authority of India (AAI) issued guidelines for commuters, who are planning to take flights on Republic Day 2024. Traffic is also affected in the national capital; check the details

On Republic Day 2024, gallantry, services medals awarded to 1,132 personnel

The rare 'President's Medal for Gallantry' awards have been given to two Border Security Force personnel for their contributions to the United Nations peacekeeping force in conflict-hit Congo

Republic Day 2024 Parade: Check what makes this year's parade special

Apart from the presence of French President Emmanuel Macron, many other aspects will make Republic Day 2024 Special. Check here in detail

R-day chief guest French Prez Emmanuel Macron to arrive in Jaipur today

French President Emmanuel Macron, who is a Chief Guest for the 75th Republic Day celebrations in the national capital, will arrive in Jaipur today

E-commerce order volumes surge 18.7% during Republic Day sales: Unicommerce

The growth of e-commerce during the sale period was supported by attractive deals and nationwide marketing campaigns done by leading marketplaces, the report said

Modi, Macron to discuss defence, nuclear & student mobility in Jaipur

The defence industrial roadmap may be adopted; France eyeing 30,000 Indian students by 2030

Delhi Police issues advisory on R-Day traffic arrangements, restrictions

The Delhi Police on Wednesday issued an advisory on traffic arrangements and restrictions put in place for the smooth conduct of Republic Day celebrations in the national capital. According to the advisory, the Republic Day parade will start at 10.30 am from Vijay Chowk and proceed towards the Red Fort grounds. There will be a related function at the National War Memorial, India Gate, at 9.30 am. There will be extensive traffic arrangements and restrictions along the parade route. The parade will pass through Vijay Chowk, Kartavya Path, C-Hexagon, the Subhas Chandra Bose roundabout, Tilak Marg, Bahadur Shah Zafar Marg, Netaji Subhas Marg and Red Fort, the advisory stated. No traffic movement is being allowed on Kartavya Path from Vijay Chowk to India Gate from 6 pm on Wednesday. The restrictions will continue till the parade is over. No cross-traffic will be allowed on Kartavya Path at Rafi Marg, Janpath, Man Singh Road from 10 pm on Wednesday till the end of the parade, the advisor

Republic Day: President Droupadi Murmu to address the nation on Thursday

President Droupadi Murmu will address the country on Thursday, a day before the 75th Republic Day, a Rashtrapati Bhawan statement said. The address will be broadcast from 7 pm on the entire national network of Akashvani and telecast over all channels of Doordarshan in Hindi followed by the English version, it said. The statement added that the broadcast of the address in Hindi and English on Doordarshan will be followed by broadcast in regional languages by DD's regional channels. The All India Radio or Akashvani will broadcast regional language versions from 9:30 pm onwards on its respective regional networks, it said.

Republic Day: How to reach Kartavya Path via Delhi Metro? DMRC explains

On Republic Day, the Metro operations will start early. The DMRC will also provide coupons to those having invites to the ceremony for a valid exit from Central Secretariat and Udyog Bhawan stations

Republic Day: 14,000 personnel to guard parade, says Delhi Police

About 14,000 security personnel will be deployed in and around Kartavya Path where the Republic Parade will take place on January 26, Delhi Police officials said on Wednesday. Extensive arrangements have been made for the safety and security of the 77,000 invitees expected at Kartavya Path to watch this year's parade, they said. During a press conference at the Delhi Police headquarters, Special Commissioner of Police (Security) Dependra Pathak said professional, robust and flawless security arrangements have been put in place all around Delhi for Republic Day. The police has ensured that peace prevails in Delhi's "vulnerable" areas following Monday's consecration ceremony at the Ram temple in Ayodhya. Peace is being maintained in the border areas with help of interstate coordination, he said. Special Commissioner of Police (Law and Order, Zone II) Madhup Tiwari said at least 77,000 invitees are expected at the parade. "We have divided the New Delhi district, where the parade will

Goa, Jaipur, and Udaipur tourist favourites for Republic Day weekend

According to travel platform Make My Trip, Goa followed by Jaipur and Udaipur remained the leading choice of getaways for travellers