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India will showcase major military platforms at the 77th Republic Day parade on Kartavya Path, including BrahMos, Akash, Suryastra rocket system and Arjun tank. New units, tri-services tableau, drones, helicopters and fighter jets will feature. The theme marks 150 years of ‘Vande Mataram,’ with President Murmu leading. European leaders will attend as chief guests.
An earthquake measuring 3.9 on the Richter scale struck Myanmar late Sunday night, according to the National Centre for Seismology (NCS). The tremor occurred at a depth of 93 kilometers, classifying it as a deep-focus quake. No immediate reports of damage or casualties were reported, while authorities continue monitoring seismic activity in the region.
30 vibrant tableaux will roll down Kartavya Path during the 77th Republic Day paradetoday, featuring 17 States and Union Territories and 13 Ministries. Reflecting the themes ‘Swatantrata ka Mantra: Vande Mataram’ and ‘Samriddhi ka Mantra: Aatmanirbhar Bharat,’ the displays mark 150 years of “Vande Mataram” and showcase India’s rich cultural heritage.
The Election Commission will soon roll out the Special Intensive Revision of voters’ lists in Telangana. Voters may need to submit documents like ID cards, birth certificates, passports, or caste certificates if discrepancies are found. The process ensures all eligible voters are included and ineligible names removed, strengthening the electoral system.
On Republic Day 2026, 982 service personnel across India received gallantry medals. From Telangana, 12 officers from police, fire, home guard, civil defence, and correctional services were honoured, while Andhra Pradesh had 15 recipients. The awards recognise their bravery and dedication in serving the public and maintaining law, order, and safety.
Mark Tully, celebrated journalist and author, passed away at 90 in Max Hospital, Saket. Former BBC New Delhi bureau chief for 22 years, Tully was also a Padma Bhushan awardee and knighted in 2002. He authored acclaimed books on India, including No Full Stops in India and The Heart of India.
Extreme weather is gripping the globe as contrasting climates unfold across hemispheres. While snowstorms and severe cold paralyze parts of the USA and Russia in the Northern Hemisphere, scorching heat waves torment Australia in the south. Also, devastating wildfires rage across Chile, highlighting the growing intensity of climate extremes worldwide.
Popular Odia music composer and singer Abhijit Majumdar passed away today at AIIMS Bhubaneswar. He was 54. Majumdar had been admitted on September 4, 2025, for hypertension, hypothyroidism, and chronic liver disease. After ICU treatment, he was shifted to the medicine ward on November 10 for ongoing care. He was beloved for his timeless Odia […]
A 23-year-old Hindu man, Chanchal Chandra Bhoumik, was burnt to death inside a garage in Narsingdi, Bangladesh, raising fears over minority safety. Eyewitnesses say assailants poured petrol on the shutter and set it alight while he slept. Chanchal, from Cumilla, was the family’s sole breadwinner and had worked at the garage for years.
A salesman from Tamil Nadu showed a heartwarming act of kindness. Outside the Darling Digital World showroom, he played children’s favorite cartoons on a display TV for underprivileged kids, bringing smiles to their faces. The video of this gesture quickly went viral on social media, earning widespread praise and inspiring many.
The Koraput district magistrate in Odisha ordered a ban on selling non-vegetarian food on Republic Day. Meat, chicken, fish, eggs, and similar items cannot be sold on January 26. Officials like tahsildars and BDOs were asked to enforce the order across their areas for the 77th Republic Day celebrations.
In Uttar Pradesh, 24-year-old Suraj Bhaskar amputated part of his leg to qualify for the disability quota in Jaunpur after failing the NEET exams twice. He reported that he was later attacked by assailants, which worsened his injury. The police are currently investigating this shocking and unusual attempt to secure a medical education.
A massive fire broke out at a chemical factory in the MIDC Pawane area of Navi Mumbai on Saturday afternoon. Several fire engines were rushed to the spot, and firefighting operations are ongoing. Thick black smoke was seen rising from the site. No injuries have been reported so far, and the cause of the fire […]
Indonesia’s National Disaster Management Agency said seven people were killed and 82 reported missing after a landslide hit a village in West Java’s West Bandung region amid heavy rainfall. Officials said search and rescue efforts will be intensified. The meteorology agency had earlier warned of adverse weather, including sustained heavy rain.
For the first time, Amaravati, Andhra Pradesh’s capital, will host the 77th Republic Day celebrations. The government is making grand arrangements near the High Court to highlight the city’s importance. Special invitations are being given to farmers, and VVIPs will attend, showcasing Amaravati as a prominent and vibrant capital.