Republic Day Parade 2021 Updates: R-Day parade culminates with flying of single Rafale aircraft
India's military might, cultural diversity, social and economic progress on display during the 72nd Republic Day celebrations at the majestic Rajpath in the national capital today.
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India's colourful heritage comes alive in Google's Republic Day doodle
PM pays tribute to martyrs
Amit Shah, Rajnath Singh, other union ministers wish the nation on 72nd Republic Day
21 Gun Salute presented by Ceremonial Battery of 223 Field Regiment following the unfurling of the national flag
Winners of the Param Vir Chakra & the Ashok Chakra parade down Rajpath
Marching Contingent & Band of Bangladesh Army participate in Republic Day parade
Indian Navy's tableau with the theme of ‘Swarnim Vijay Varsh’ being displayed at Republic Day parade
The display of cultural tableaux begins at Republic Day parade, with Ladakh leading
Republic Day parade culminates with a single Rafale aircraft flying at a speed of 900km/hr carrying out a ‘Vertical Charlie’
01:58 PM
Punjab CM kicks off Rs 213 crore projects for Patiala on 72nd Republic Day
01:54 PM
Jai Jawaan, Jai Kisaan: Priyanka Gandhi wishes nation on Republic Day
Seventeen tableaux from Gujarat, Assam, Tamil Nadu, Maharashtra, Uttarakhand, Chhattisgarh, Punjab, Tripura, West Bengal, Sikkim, Uttar Pradesh, Karnataka, Kerala, Andhra Pradesh, Arunachal Pradesh, National Capital Territory of Delhi and Ladakh were showcased at the parade, depicting the geographical and rich cultural diversity of the country.
01:43 PM
Indians abroad celebrate Republic Day amidst COVID-19 pandemic
01:34 PM
R-Day Parade: West Bengal tableau showcases Sabooj Sathi scheme
Sabooj Sathi or the Green Companion is a State Government scheme which aims at increasing access to higher education through the distribution of bicycles to all students in classes IX to XII across 12,000 Government and Government-aided schools of West Bengal.
01:24 PM
Republic Day parade: Kerala tableau depicts its relationship with coir
On this year's Republic Day parade, Kerala tableau featured state's relationship with coir, a golden fibre obtained from coconut husk.Kerala featured an ecofriendly, biodegradable tableau, which was fabricated in coir, coconut and clay. The tableau also showcased state's traditional knowledge of coir making.
01:23 PM
Republic Day Parade: Andhra Pradesh tableau displays Lepakshi temple
The Lepakshi temple built on a low, rocky hill called Kurmasailam is one of the finest examples of the Vijayanagara architectural style.
01:13 PM
Republic Day parade: Sikkim tableau displays Pang Lhabsol festival
Sikkim's tableau at the Republic Day parade displayed the Pang Lhabsol festival which is unique to Sikkim, aiming to pay homage to the guardian deity of the state, mountain Kanchenjunga, which is believed to have been protecting the holy land since ages.
12:59 PM
Republic Day: UP CM Yogi Adityanath unfurls tricolour in Lucknow
12:47 PM
Republic Day parade: Maharashtra tableau depicts its link with 'Bhakti' and 'Shakti'
It displayed the Saints of Maharashtra which highlighted the influence of 'Bhakti Movement' which had brought a great change in the religious beliefs of people in the state, and freed devotion from the shackles of rituals, promoting equality and brotherhood.
12:34 PM
Haryana Chief Minister Manohar Lal Khattar unfurled the national flag in Panchkula today
12:32 PM
Our history is long and our connections are many. With each year, we become even closer. The global pandemic has not divided us but has made us appreciate these shared ideals even more
- PM of Australia, Scott Morrison
12:32 PM
What wonderful coincidence it's of our history that Jan 26 Australia Day, is India's Republic Day, a national day shared b/w friends. Australia-India share more than national day. We pursue same ideals-democracy, freedom, liberty, diversity, enterprise, opportunity
- Australian PM
12:30 PM
Patriotic fervour marks Republic Day celebrations in Jharkhand
Chief Minister Hemant Soren took the salute at the Police Lines in the second state capital Dumka.
Speaking on the occasion, he said that his government was working with dedication to ensure social justice and development in the state.
12:23 PM
Republic Day parade: Uttarakhand tableau features Lord Shiva's vehicle Nandi, Kedarnath dham
12:05 PM
No entry at Rajpath, no celebrations at school: COVID plays dampener for children's R-day spirit
School children, who turn up in large numbers at the Republic Day parade every year, were confined to their homes this time, hooked to their TV sets to watch the festivities.
11:54 AM
Punjab, Haryana join nation in celebrating 72nd R-Day
Punjab Governor V P Singh Badnore unfurled the national flag at a state-level function in Mohali.
Punjab Chief Minister Amarinder Singh hoisted the tricolour in Patiala, while his Haryana counterpart Manohar Lal Khattar unfurled the national flag in Panchkula, the officials said.
Both Singh and Khattar conveyed their greetings to people on the occasion.
11:48 AM
Republic Day parade culminates with a single Rafale aircraft flying at a speed of 900km/hr carrying out a ‘Vertical Charlie’
11:45 AM
The ‘Trinetra’ formation comprising of three Su-30MKIs - the three aircraft split outwards and upwards, forming a ‘Trishul in the Sky’
The ‘Trinetra’ formation comprising of three Su-30MKIs - the three aircraft split outwards and upwards, forming a ‘… https://t.co/edjnl9LuLM
One Rafale with 2 Jaguar Deep penetration strike aircraft & 2 MiG-29 Air Superiority Fighters, in 'Eklavya’ formation are the next to fly past, at a height of 300m & speed of 780 Km/h
11:39 AM
'Rudra’ formation comprising a Dakota aircraft flanked by 2 Mi-17 IV helicopters
Dakotas were instrumental in airlifting troops into Kashmir Valley to repel invaders from across border in 1947. They played a significant role in Tangail airdrop leading to Bangladesh's liberation
11:15 AM
COVID' the tableau of the Department of Biotechnology on display
Delhi: With the theme of 'Aatma-Nirbhar Bharat Abhiyan: COVID' the tableau of the Department of Biotechnology depic… https://t.co/SSrywK9iN2
Designed after the theme 'Ayodhya: Cultural Heritage of Uttar Pradesh', the tableau of Uttar Pradesh also displays Ram Mandir
10:58 AM
Republic is from you, it belongs to you: Rahul Gandhi wishes people on R-Day
10:58 AM
Tableau of Punjab showcases the glory of 9th Sikh Guru, Sri Guru Tegh Bahadur. The tableau has the theme '400th Birth Anniversary of Sri Guru Tegh Bahadur'
10:52 AM
A replica of the Sun Temple at Modhera displayed on the Gujarat tableau
Republic Day: A replica of the Sun Temple at Modhera displayed on the #Gujarat tableau The tableau depicts the Sa… https://t.co/2FLQFuWTxE
The marching contingent Garhwal Rifles is led by Captain Rajpoot Saurabh Singh of 17th Battalion
10:23 AM
Pinaka Multi Launcher Rocket System of 841 Rocket Regiment (Pinaka) being led by Capt Vibhor Gulati
214 mm Pinaka MBRL is one of the most advanced rocket systems in world. A fully automated system, it can deliver firepower within a short span of time over large area
10:19 AM
The Mobile Autonomous Launcher of the Brahmos Missile system is led by Captain Quamrul Zaman
10:18 AM
Marching Contingent & Band of Bangladesh Army participate in Republic Day parade
The contingent is being led by Lt Col Abu Mohammed Shahnoor Shawan. The 122-member strong contingent is participating in the parade for the first time.
10:17 AM
The main battle tank of the Indian Army, T- 90 Bhishma, which is commanded by Captain Karanveer Singh Bhangu of 54 Armoured Regiment goes past the saluting dais
10:13 AM
Winners of the Param Vir Chakra & the Ashok Chakra parade down Rajpath
10:11 AM
Lieutenant General Vijay Kumar Mishra, leads this year's Republic Day parade, as the Parade Commander
10:08 AM
21 Gun Salute presented by Ceremonial Battery of 223 Field Regiment following the unfurling of the national flag
10:05 AM
The Tricolour unfurled at Rajpath in the presence of President, Prime Minister
Delhi: The Tricolour unfurled at Rajpath in the presence of President Ram Nath Kovind, Prime Minister Narendra Modi… https://t.co/AZUxiXQ5yr
Prime Minister Narendra Modi leads the nation in paying tribute to the fallen soldiers by laying a wreath at the National War Memorial at the India Gate
09:38 AM
PM visits National War Memorial
PM pays homage to brave martyrs
09:26 AM
Delhi: Union Minister Prakash Javadekar unfurls the national flag at his residence
Delhi: Union Minister Prakash Javadekar unfurls the national flag at his residence, on #RepublicDay https://t.co/9Iac8GZsSu
Delhi Chief Minister Arvind Kejriwal greeted people on the 72nd Republic Day on Tuesday, saluting the "commitment and struggles of farmers, corona warriors and soldiers of the country".
09:13 AM
Internet services in J&K temporarily suspended
Jammu and Kashmir: Mobile internet services have been temporarily suspended across Kashmir valley as a security measure, in view of Republic Day celebrations.
09:07 AM
Spectators at Delhi's Rajpath seated following strict social distancing protocols
09:03 AM
Farmers' tractor rally begins at Delhi's Dhansa border
Farmers' #RepublicDay tractor rally in protest against the three farm laws begins at Delhi's Dhansa border https://t.co/gZXfHSXhTl