Nominations for the Padma Awards-2026 to be announced on the occasion of Republic Day, 2026, have started.
When Indonesian President Prabowo Subianto joined as the chief guest at India’s Republic Day celebration on 26 January 2025, it became his first trip to India as head of state. He was the fourth Indonesian leader to be chief guest at the Republic Day celebrations.
External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar delivered remarks on Monday (local time) during the Republic Day celebrations in Abu Dhabi where he highlighted India's aim to become "Viksit Bharat" by 2047 and the strides which the country has taken in this direction.
Republic Day 2025 in India was marked by grandeur and patriotism, with President Droupadi Murmu unfurling the national flag at Kartavya Path.
He emphasized that the colonial exploitation that once occurred through force is now continuing under the guise of consumerism, driven by multinational corporations.
In a symbolic nod to the robust Indo-French relationship, French President Emmanuel Macron graces India’s Republic Day celebrations as the chief guest.
"Train services will be available at a headway of 30 minutes till 6 am and thereafter, a regular timetable will be followed for the rest of the day,” said DMRC spokesperson Anuj Dayal.
As India gears up for the year’s first long weekend, domestic getaways are on the card for travellers.
Many critical systems/technologies developed by Defence Research & Development Organisation (DRDO) will be showcased during the 75th Republic Day Parade at Kartavya Path on January 26.
With "Women Power" taking the center stage on the 75th Republic-Day celebrations, an all-women tri-service (Army, Navy and Air Force) contingent will be a part of the parade.
