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India will celebrate its 76th Republic Day this year to commemorate the adoption of the Constitution in 1950. Preparations are in full swing for grand parades, cultural exhibits, and vibrant state tableaus.
The Republic Day celebration is incomplete without tableaux displays by states, union territories, government ministries and departments. Tableaux refers to a group of models or motionless figures representing a scene from a story or history.
<h2 dir="ltr">Tableaux from 15 states and UT to participate in Republic Day parade</h2>
Tableaux from 15 states and Union territories have been selected to take part in the Republic Day parade, India&rsquo;s biggest ceremonial function. The theme for tableaux this year is 'Swarnim Bharat: Virasat aur Vikas (heritage and development)'.
Also read | Republic Day 2025: What is the Republic Day 2025 Theme?
The states and UTs selected include Bihar, Chandigarh, Dadra and Nagar Haveli and Daman and Diu, Goa, Jharkhand, Karnataka, Madhya Pradesh, Punjab, Uttarakhand, Andhra Pradesh, Gujarat, Tripura, Uttar Pradesh, West Bengal, and Haryana.
<h2 dir="ltr">15 ministries and departments will also display tableaux</h2>
Additionally, 15 ministries and departments will also display their tableaux during the parade. As for those union territories and states not selected for the Kartavya Path parade show, they can put up their displays at Red Fort in Bharat Parv scheduled for January 26 to 31.
Also read | Indonesia&rsquo;s President Prabowo makes first state visit to India, to attend 76th Republic Day Parade
The tableaux proposed by different states and UTS are selected after several rounds of evaluation by a committee consisting of experts from the fields of arts, culture, music, and dance.
The expert panel examines the tableaux proposals based on theme, concept, design and visual impact before making its recommendations.
<h2 dir="ltr">Republic Day 2024</h2>
In 2024, women stole the limelight at the 75th Republic Day parade with ample representation in every element of the ceremonial event, including the flypast, mechanised columns, marching contingents, bands, and the cultural extravaganza, as tens of thousands of spectators braved cold temperatures and congregated around Kartavya Path to be a part of the celebrations centred around the theme of Nari Shakti.
For the first time in Republic Day history, instead of the traditional military bands, the parade was heralded by 112 women artists playing a variety of Indian musical instruments from across the country, including folk and tribal percussion instruments.
(With inputs from agencies)

India News: Join India in celebrating its 76th Republic Day, marking the Constitution's adoption, with grand parades, cultural displays, and vibrant state tableaux.

India will celebrate its 76th Republic Day this year to commemorate the adoption of the Constitution in 1950. Preparations are in full swing for grand parades, cultural exhibits, and vibrant state tableaus. The Republic Day celebration is incomplete without tableaux displays by states, union territories, government ministries and departments. Tableaux refers to a group of models or motionless figures representing a scene from a story or history. Tableaux from 15 states and UT to participate in Republic Day parade Tableaux from 15 states and Union territories have been selected to take part in the Republic Day parade, India’s biggest ceremonial function. The theme for tableaux this year is 'Swarnim Bharat: Virasat aur Vikas (heritage and development)'. Also read | Republic Day 2025: What is the Republic Day 2025 Theme? The states and UTs selected include Bihar, Chandigarh, Dadra and Nagar Haveli and Daman and Diu, Goa, Jharkhand, Karnataka, Madhya Pradesh, Punjab, Uttarakhand, Andhra Pradesh, Gujarat, Tripura, Uttar Pradesh, West Bengal, and Haryana. 15 ministries and departments will also display tableaux Additionally, 15 ministries and departments will also display their tableaux during the parade. As for those union territories and states not selected for the Kartavya Path parade show, they can put up their displays at Red Fort in Bharat Parv scheduled for January 26 to 31. Also read | Indonesia’s President Prabowo makes first state visit to India, to attend 76th Republic Day Parade The tableaux proposed by different states and UTS are selected after several rounds of evaluation by a committee consisting of experts from the fields of arts, culture, music, and dance. The expert panel examines the tableaux proposals based on theme, concept, design and visual impact before making its recommendations. Republic Day 2024 In 2024, women stole the limelight at the 75th Republic Day parade with ample representation in every element of the ceremonial event, including the flypast, mechanised columns, marching contingents, bands, and the cultural extravaganza, as tens of thousands of spectators braved cold temperatures and congregated around Kartavya Path to be a part of the celebrations centred around the theme of Nari Shakti. For the first time in Republic Day history, instead of the traditional military bands, the parade was heralded by 112 women artists playing a variety of Indian musical instruments from across the country, including folk and tribal percussion instruments. (With inputs from agencies)

Republic Day 2025: What are tableaux and how are they selected? Everything you need to know

India, on Sunday (Jan 26) will mark 75 years of the adoption of its constitution and the country's transition to a republic after independence. The Indian constitution was enacted on November 26, 1949, and was adopted by the constituent Assembly on January 26, 1950.
To celebrate its 76th Republic Day, the world's biggest democracy will hold its traditional annual parade, which takes place at the Vijay Chowk in New Delhi.&nbsp;
<h2>What is this year's Republic Day theme?</h2>
In 2025, India will celebrate its rich culture and heritage by showcasing the theme of "Swarnim Bharat: Virasat aur Vikas" (Golden India&mdash;Heritage and Development).
This year's parade as per a Ministry of Defence press release will be a "unique blend of India's cultural diversity and military prowess, with special focus on 75 years of enactment of the constitution and Jan Bhagidari."
31 tableaux from various states, Union Territories, and Central Government Ministries/Departments will participate, showcasing the theme "Swarnim Bharat: Virasat aur Vikas."
Also read | <a href="https://www.wionews.com/web-stories/india-news/republic-day-2025-national-symbols-of-india-8647991" aria-label="Republic Day 2025: National Symbols of India">Republic Day 2025: National Symbols of India</a>
This year, 75 years of enactment of the constitution of India will be in the spotlight at the Republic Day celebration. Of the 31 tableaux, two will especially showcase the celebration of 75 years of the constitution. Floral decorations, and view cutters, will be used to depict this year's theme.&nbsp;
<h2>Republic Day Celebration, 2025&nbsp;</h2>
As per the press release, on 26th January 2025, the Republic Day Parade will start in the morning with the Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi laying a wreath at the National War Memorial at Delhi's India Gate.&nbsp;
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President Droupadi Murmu will then arrive at Kartavya Path in a ceremonial buggy and take the salute during a ceremonial march past, which will include units from the Indian Armed Forces, Para-Military Forces, Auxiliary Civil Forces, NCC, and the NSS.
"After the National Anthem, balloons with banners of the official logo of the 75th year of the Indian Constitution will be released. The event will conclude with a flypast by 47 aircraft," states the press release.
(With inputs from agencies)

Discover the theme of Republic Day as India celebrates its rich culture with Swarnim Bharat Virasat aur Vikas, highlighting years of the constitution.

India, on Sunday (Jan 26) will mark 75 years of the adoption of its constitution and the country's transition to a republic after independence. The Indian constitution was enacted on November 26, 1949, and was adopted by the constituent Assembly on January 26, 1950. To celebrate its 76th Republic Day, the world's biggest democracy will hold its traditional annual parade, which takes place at the Vijay Chowk in New Delhi. What is this year's Republic Day theme? In 2025, India will celebrate its rich culture and heritage by showcasing the theme of "Swarnim Bharat: Virasat aur Vikas" (Golden India—Heritage and Development). This year's parade as per a Ministry of Defence press release will be a "unique blend of India's cultural diversity and military prowess, with special focus on 75 years of enactment of the constitution and Jan Bhagidari." 31 tableaux from various states, Union Territories, and Central Government Ministries/Departments will participate, showcasing the theme "Swarnim Bharat: Virasat aur Vikas." Also read | Republic Day 2025: National Symbols of India This year, 75 years of enactment of the constitution of India will be in the spotlight at the Republic Day celebration. Of the 31 tableaux, two will especially showcase the celebration of 75 years of the constitution. Floral decorations, and view cutters, will be used to depict this year's theme. Republic Day Celebration, 2025 As per the press release, on 26th January 2025, the Republic Day Parade will start in the morning with the Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi laying a wreath at the National War Memorial at Delhi's India Gate. Also read | Republic Day 2025: Quotes, Status, Wishes to share President Droupadi Murmu will then arrive at Kartavya Path in a ceremonial buggy and take the salute during a ceremonial march past, which will include units from the Indian Armed Forces, Para-Military Forces, Auxiliary Civil Forces, NCC, and the NSS. "After the National Anthem, balloons with banners of the official logo of the 75th year of the Indian Constitution will be released. The event will conclude with a flypast by 47 aircraft," states the press release. (With inputs from agencies)

Republic Day 2025: What is the Republic Day 2025 Theme?

Indonesian President Prabowo Subianto arrived in India. Subianto is in Delhi primarily to grace the 76th Republic Day celebrations as the chief guest.

Indonesian President Prabowo Subianto arrives in India to attend Republic Day Celebrations

The death toll in the blast that took place at the ordnance factory in the Jawahar Nagar area of Bhandara district in the western state of India's Maharashtra on Friday (Jan 24) has risen to eight, confirmed Union Minister Nitin Gadkari.
"A big blast has occurred in the Ordnance Factory in Bhandara. In the incident, eight people have died and seven are injured, as per preliminary information," Gadkari said, as reported by news agency ANI.
Rescue teams including firefighters and ambulances have been deployed to the site. The explosion caused the roof of the factory to collapse, and earthmovers are currently working to remove the debris.
According to Collector Bhandara Sanjay Kolte, a total of fourteen people have been rescued so far.
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<h2 dir="ltr">CM Devendra Fadnavis reacts</h2>
Maharashtra Chief Minister Devendra Fadnavis paid his heartfelt tributes to the person who lost his life in the incident.
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&ldquo;There are reports that 13 to 14 workers were trapped after the roof collapsed in the explosion in Ordanace factory in Bhandara district. According to the preliminary information received so far, unfortunately, one worker has died. 5 workers have been safely evacuated,&rdquo; Fadnavis posted on X.
The state CM said that the district administration is involved in rescue operations in coordination with the defence forces.
&ldquo;The District Collector and the Superintendent of Police are at the spot and all kinds of help are being provided. SDRF and Nagpur Municipal Corporation teams have also been called for rescue operations and they will arrive soon. The district administration is involved in rescue operations in coordination with the defence forces. Teams have also been kept ready for medical assistance. I pay my heartfelt tributes to the one person who has lost his life in the incident,&rdquo; he wrote on X.
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<h2 dir="ltr">Defence Minister Rajnath Singh says rescue efforts are underway&nbsp;</h2>
Defence Minister Rajnath Singh also expressed his anguish over the incident saying that efforts are underway to assist those who are affected.
"Deeply saddened to know about the blast at Ordnance Factory at Bhandara, Maharashtra...The rescue teams are deployed at the site. All efforts are being made to assist those who are affected,&rdquo; Singh wrote on X.
(With inputs from agencies)

India: A tragic blast at Maharashtra's Bhandara ordnance factory claims eight life and leaves several trapped, highlighting urgent safety concerns in industrial areas.

The death toll in the blast that took place at the ordnance factory in the Jawahar Nagar area of Bhandara district in the western state of India's Maharashtra on Friday (Jan 24) has risen to eight, confirmed Union Minister Nitin Gadkari. "A big blast has occurred in the Ordnance Factory in Bhandara. In the incident, eight people have died and seven are injured, as per preliminary information," Gadkari said, as reported by news agency ANI. Rescue teams including firefighters and ambulances have been deployed to the site. The explosion caused the roof of the factory to collapse, and earthmovers are currently working to remove the debris. According to Collector Bhandara Sanjay Kolte, a total of fourteen people have been rescued so far. VIDEO | Maharashtra: One person was killed in a blast at the ordnance factory in #Bhandara district. Search and rescue efforts are underway for 10 employees, police said. (Source: Third Party) (Full video available on PTI Videos - https://t.co/n147TvrpG7) pic.twitter.com/lvqyayeWDp — Press Trust of India (@PTI_News) January 24, 2025 CM Devendra Fadnavis reacts Maharashtra Chief Minister Devendra Fadnavis paid his heartfelt tributes to the person who lost his life in the incident. Also read | ‘Incident occurred due to rumour of fire,’ says Maharashtra Deputy CM Ajit Pawar on Jalgaon train accident “There are reports that 13 to 14 workers were trapped after the roof collapsed in the explosion in Ordanace factory in Bhandara district. According to the preliminary information received so far, unfortunately, one worker has died. 5 workers have been safely evacuated,” Fadnavis posted on X. The state CM said that the district administration is involved in rescue operations in coordination with the defence forces. “The District Collector and the Superintendent of Police are at the spot and all kinds of help are being provided. SDRF and Nagpur Municipal Corporation teams have also been called for rescue operations and they will arrive soon. The district administration is involved in rescue operations in coordination with the defence forces. Teams have also been kept ready for medical assistance. I pay my heartfelt tributes to the one person who has lost his life in the incident,” he wrote on X. Also read | Hyderabad murder mystery: No body part recovered despite ex-Armyman confessing to killing wife Defence Minister Rajnath Singh says rescue efforts are underway Defence Minister Rajnath Singh also expressed his anguish over the incident saying that efforts are underway to assist those who are affected. "Deeply saddened to know about the blast at Ordnance Factory at Bhandara, Maharashtra...The rescue teams are deployed at the site. All efforts are being made to assist those who are affected,” Singh wrote on X. (With inputs from agencies)

India | Eight killed, several injured in explosion at ordnance factory in Bhandara district of Maharashtra

Indonesian President Prabowo Subianto arrives in India on official state visit

After 13 people lost their lives in the Jalgaon train accident, Maharashtra Deputy Chief Minister Ajit Pawar on Thursday (Jan 23) said that the incident occurred after rumours of fire in the train created panic among the travellers and as a result, people started jumping off the train and subsequently was hit by another speeding train.
Pawar stated that the rumour was spread by two persons Udhal Kumar and Vijay Kumar, when they heard a tea seller shouting about a fire in the bogie after which both of them panicked and subsequently people started jumping off the train to save themselves.
Speaking to reporters, Ajit Pawar said, "After the railway incident, the administration and other forces got active and started the relief and rescue operations... Udhal Kumar and Vijay Kumar from Shravasti were on the train... They were travelling in the general bogie and were sitting on the upper berth... One tea seller from the pantry shouted about a fire in the bogie, both of them heard that and panicked..."
"Some passengers jumped out of the moving train to save themselves from the fire... But the train was moving at a good speed so one of the people pulled the chain and the train stopped... Many passengers got off the train and started crossing the railway track... Another train, Karnataka Express came at a very high speed and hit the passengers who were crossing the railway track..." he added.
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The Deputy CM further stated that a total of 10 deceased have been identified from the 13 killed while the three deceased are yet to be identified. The total number of injured individuals is 10, out of which 8 are males while two are female and are undergoing treatment at Civil Hospital in Jalgaon.
Maharashtra Deputy CM also informed that the railway services have been running smoothly at the spot.
Pawar said, "As of now, 13 people have been declared dead. 10 of them have been identified while the other 3 yet to be identified... Total injured numbers 10, 8 males to 2 females... This incident happened due to the rumour spread from Udhal Kumar and Vijay Kumar, they are injured and are under treatment... Railway services are running smoothly. We have instructed the administration to provide treatment to all the injured at government cost. Our ministers and Collectors are looking into the incident..."
The incident occurred on Wednesday evening when passengers of the Pushpak Express stepped outside their coaches due to a suspected fire on the train while the Karnataka Express was passing through the adjacent track, and several people were hit by the moving train.
The Railway Ministry has announced an ex-gratia of Rs 1.5 lakh ($1739) each for the kin of the deceased in the Jalgaon train accident.&nbsp;
Disclaimer: This story has been published from a news agency feed with minimal edits to adhere to WION's style guide. The headline may have been changed to better reflect the content of the story or to make it more suitable for WION audience.
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A tragic incident unfolded when Pushpak Express passengers exited their coaches due to a fire scare, only to be struck by the Karnataka Express on an adjacent track.

After 13 people lost their lives in the Jalgaon train accident, Maharashtra Deputy Chief Minister Ajit Pawar on Thursday (Jan 23) said that the incident occurred after rumours of fire in the train created panic among the travellers and as a result, people started jumping off the train and subsequently was hit by another speeding train. Pawar stated that the rumour was spread by two persons Udhal Kumar and Vijay Kumar, when they heard a tea seller shouting about a fire in the bogie after which both of them panicked and subsequently people started jumping off the train to save themselves. Speaking to reporters, Ajit Pawar said, "After the railway incident, the administration and other forces got active and started the relief and rescue operations... Udhal Kumar and Vijay Kumar from Shravasti were on the train... They were travelling in the general bogie and were sitting on the upper berth... One tea seller from the pantry shouted about a fire in the bogie, both of them heard that and panicked..." "Some passengers jumped out of the moving train to save themselves from the fire... But the train was moving at a good speed so one of the people pulled the chain and the train stopped... Many passengers got off the train and started crossing the railway track... Another train, Karnataka Express came at a very high speed and hit the passengers who were crossing the railway track..." he added. Also read | India | 'Does Modi-Shah want to play with Kejriwal’s life?' Atishi slams Punjab Police security withdrawal for Kejriwal The Deputy CM further stated that a total of 10 deceased have been identified from the 13 killed while the three deceased are yet to be identified. The total number of injured individuals is 10, out of which 8 are males while two are female and are undergoing treatment at Civil Hospital in Jalgaon. Maharashtra Deputy CM also informed that the railway services have been running smoothly at the spot. Pawar said, "As of now, 13 people have been declared dead. 10 of them have been identified while the other 3 yet to be identified... Total injured numbers 10, 8 males to 2 females... This incident happened due to the rumour spread from Udhal Kumar and Vijay Kumar, they are injured and are under treatment... Railway services are running smoothly. We have instructed the administration to provide treatment to all the injured at government cost. Our ministers and Collectors are looking into the incident..." The incident occurred on Wednesday evening when passengers of the Pushpak Express stepped outside their coaches due to a suspected fire on the train while the Karnataka Express was passing through the adjacent track, and several people were hit by the moving train. The Railway Ministry has announced an ex-gratia of Rs 1.5 lakh ($1739) each for the kin of the deceased in the Jalgaon train accident. Disclaimer: This story has been published from a news agency feed with minimal edits to adhere to WION's style guide. The headline may have been changed to better reflect the content of the story or to make it more suitable for WION audience.

Jalgaon train accident: ‘Incident occurred due to rumour of fire,’ says Maharashtra Deputy CM Ajit Pawar

A chilling murder mystery in Hyderabad, the capital of the Indian state of Telangana, has left police puzzled as the investigators have so far failed to recover even a single body part of the deceased. The case involves a 35-year-old man allegedly killing his wife following petty dispute.
Gurumurthy, who is a retired Army soldier from Andhra Pradesh state, allegedly killed his wife P Venkata Madhavi, dismembered her body, boiled the parts and disposed them at several nearby locations, including a lake in the city&rsquo;s outskirts.
<h2>Hyderabad police puzzled</h2>
Gurumurthy has confessed to the crime and Hyderabad Police have been trying to gather technical and scientific evidence to corroborate the claims over the past few days, but with little success.
&ldquo;We cannot go by mere claims. We are collecting all technical and scientific pieces of evidence. The case is under investigation,&rdquo; Commissioner of Police G Sudheer Babu was quoted as saying by the Indian Express.
Gurumurthy has been taken into police custody but no arrest has been made so far in this case.
Police say they still don&rsquo;t have enough clues as to what happened to the wife&rsquo;s body.
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&ldquo;As of now, we don&rsquo;t have any reasons to believe it was a premeditated crime. It seems like the result of a petty quarrel. We are questioning the suspect and we have not recovered any body parts. We do not have enough clues,&rdquo; Deputy Commissioner of Police Ch Praveen Kumar told the publication.
Police have already recovered the pressure cooker, a water heater and a knife that may have been used by the accused to carry out the disposal.
As per media reports, Gurumurthy earlier confessed to chopping off her wife&rsquo;s body using kitchen knives and then boiling the parts in pressure cooker for five to six hours using a mortar and pestle to grind the bones.
The victim was reported missing to police on January 18 by her mother Subamma.
(With inputs from agencies)

India news | Police have already recovered the pressure cooker, a water heater and a knife that may have been used by the accused to carry out the disposal.

A chilling murder mystery in Hyderabad, the capital of the Indian state of Telangana, has left police puzzled as the investigators have so far failed to recover even a single body part of the deceased. The case involves a 35-year-old man allegedly killing his wife following petty dispute. Gurumurthy, who is a retired Army soldier from Andhra Pradesh state, allegedly killed his wife P Venkata Madhavi, dismembered her body, boiled the parts and disposed them at several nearby locations, including a lake in the city’s outskirts. Hyderabad police puzzled Gurumurthy has confessed to the crime and Hyderabad Police have been trying to gather technical and scientific evidence to corroborate the claims over the past few days, but with little success. “We cannot go by mere claims. We are collecting all technical and scientific pieces of evidence. The case is under investigation,” Commissioner of Police G Sudheer Babu was quoted as saying by the Indian Express. Gurumurthy has been taken into police custody but no arrest has been made so far in this case. Police say they still don’t have enough clues as to what happened to the wife’s body. Also read: India: Ex-Army man kills wife, chops body before boiling and dumping. Chilling details of the case “As of now, we don’t have any reasons to believe it was a premeditated crime. It seems like the result of a petty quarrel. We are questioning the suspect and we have not recovered any body parts. We do not have enough clues,” Deputy Commissioner of Police Ch Praveen Kumar told the publication. Police have already recovered the pressure cooker, a water heater and a knife that may have been used by the accused to carry out the disposal. As per media reports, Gurumurthy earlier confessed to chopping off her wife’s body using kitchen knives and then boiling the parts in pressure cooker for five to six hours using a mortar and pestle to grind the bones. The victim was reported missing to police on January 18 by her mother Subamma. (With inputs from agencies)

Hyderabad murder mystery: No body part recovered despite ex-Armyman confessing to killing wife

Indonesian President Prabowo Subianto, who is on a four-day visit to India arrived in New Delhi on Thursday night. He will meet Prime Minister Narendra Modi and will attend the 76th Republic Day Parade, during his visit.
This is President Prabowo's first state visit to India. He was received by the Minister of State for External Affairs, Pabitra Margherita at the airport in New Delhi.
The Ministry of External Affairs (MEA) said that the visit will further strengthen the India-Indonesia Comprehensive Strategic Partnership.
"A warm welcome to President Prabowo Subianto @prabowo of Indonesia as he arrives in New Delhi on his first State Visit to India. Received by MoS @PmargheritaBJP at the airport. President @prabowo will be the Chief Guest for India's 76th Republic Day celebrations. This visit will further strengthen the India Indonesia Comprehensive Strategic Partnership," MEA Spokesperson Randhir Jaiswal said in a post on X.
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President Prabowo, who is in India from January 23-26, will also be the Chief Guest for India's 76th Republic Day celebrations.
Apart from a comprehensive review of bilateral ties, discussions during the visit are also expected to include regional and global issues of mutual interest.
Before departing for the visit, President Prabowo shared the details of his visit on X, and said the visit is aimed to strengthen strategic cooperation in areas such as security, maritime, and digital technology development.
He also informed that he will depart for Malaysia after his India visit.
"Today, I depart for New Delhi, India, to attend the 76th Republic Day celebrations of India. During my visit, I will meet with the President and Prime Minister of India to strengthen strategic cooperation in areas such as security, maritime, and digital technology development," the Indonesian President said.
"After completing my agenda in India, I will continue my trip to Malaysia at the invitation of Yang di-Pertuan Agong Sultan Ibrahim and Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim. Close cooperation with friendly countries has always been our priority to build a stronger and more prosperous region together," he added.
During his visit, President Prabowo is set to meet Prime Minister Narendra Modi, External Affairs Minister S. Jaishankar, President Droupadi Murmu and Vice President Jagdeep Dhankhar, the MEA said.
On Friday, he will meet External Affairs Minister S. Jaishankar at the Taj Mahal Hotel at 4 p.m.
On January 25, President Prabowo will participate in a ceremonial reception at Rashtrapati Bhavan at 10 a.m., followed by a wreath-laying ceremony at Rajghat.
He will later hold a meeting with Prime Minister Narendra Modi at Hyderabad House at 12 p.m., which will include the exchange of Memorandums of Understanding (MOUs) and press statements.
In the evening, he will meet with India's Vice President Jagdeep Dhankhar at the Taj Mahal Hotel at 4 p.m. At 7 p.m., he will meet President Droupadi Murmu at Rashtrapati Bhavan.
On January 26, President Prabowo will attend the Republic Day Parade as the Chief Guest. Later in the afternoon, he will attend the "At Home" Reception hosted by President Murmu at Rashtrapati Bhavan. At 5:30 pm, he will depart for Indonesia.
Notably, with President Prabowo as Chief Guest at this year's Republic Day, a 352-member marching and band contingent from the country will be participating in the Parade on the Kartvya Path in the national capital.
This will be the first time that an Indonesian marching and band contingent will participate in a national day parade abroad.
Several MoUs and announcements are likely to be concluded and the third CEO Forum will be held on the sidelines. President Prabowo will be the fourth Indonesian President to attend India's Republic Day celebrations.
PM Modi paid an official visit to Indonesia in 2018. During the visit, India-Indonesia bilateral ties were elevated to a Comprehensive Strategic Partnership and a shared vision of India-Indonesia Maritime Cooperation in the Indo-Pacific was also adopted.
PM Modi also met President Prabowo on the sidelines of the G20 Summit in Rio de Janeiro, Brazil, in November last year. This was the first meeting between the two leaders.
Indonesia is now part of the BRICS group and has expressed its appreciation for India's support towards its membership of the forum of emerging economies.
Sources said Indonesia is interested in learning from India and other countries to strengthen its defence system and is keen on technology transfer. They also said a defence deal is unlikely to be finalised during this visit and that India and Indonesia also have robust defence cooperation with the Defence Cooperation Agreement signed in 2018.
Both India and Indonesia are close maritime neighbours, with cultural and trade ties spanning over a millennia. The annual Bali Yatra festival, which commemorates the historic voyages by Indian seafarers who would set sail to Bali, is one such example of these cultural linkages.
Indonesia is one of India's largest trading partners in the ASEAN region. Bilateral trade in 2023-24 reached $29.40 billion. Indian investments in Indonesia amount to $1.56 billion in infrastructure, power, textiles, steel, automotive, mining, banking and consumer goods sectors.
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During his four-day visit, Prabowo will meet Indian leaders including Prime Minister Narendra Modi, focusing on strategic cooperation in security and digital technology.

Indonesian President Prabowo Subianto, who is on a four-day visit to India arrived in New Delhi on Thursday night. He will meet Prime Minister Narendra Modi and will attend the 76th Republic Day Parade, during his visit. This is President Prabowo's first state visit to India. He was received by the Minister of State for External Affairs, Pabitra Margherita at the airport in New Delhi. The Ministry of External Affairs (MEA) said that the visit will further strengthen the India-Indonesia Comprehensive Strategic Partnership. "A warm welcome to President Prabowo Subianto @prabowo of Indonesia as he arrives in New Delhi on his first State Visit to India. Received by MoS @PmargheritaBJP at the airport. President @prabowo will be the Chief Guest for India's 76th Republic Day celebrations. This visit will further strengthen the India Indonesia Comprehensive Strategic Partnership," MEA Spokesperson Randhir Jaiswal said in a post on X. A warm welcome to President Prabowo Subianto @prabowo of Indonesia as he arrives in New Delhi on his first State Visit to India. Received by MoS @PmargheritaBJP at the airport. President @prabowo will be the Chief Guest for 🇮🇳's 76th Republic Day celebrations. This visit will… pic.twitter.com/OEeXLOengC — Randhir Jaiswal (@MEAIndia) January 23, 2025 President Prabowo, who is in India from January 23-26, will also be the Chief Guest for India's 76th Republic Day celebrations. Apart from a comprehensive review of bilateral ties, discussions during the visit are also expected to include regional and global issues of mutual interest. Before departing for the visit, President Prabowo shared the details of his visit on X, and said the visit is aimed to strengthen strategic cooperation in areas such as security, maritime, and digital technology development. He also informed that he will depart for Malaysia after his India visit. "Today, I depart for New Delhi, India, to attend the 76th Republic Day celebrations of India. During my visit, I will meet with the President and Prime Minister of India to strengthen strategic cooperation in areas such as security, maritime, and digital technology development," the Indonesian President said. "After completing my agenda in India, I will continue my trip to Malaysia at the invitation of Yang di-Pertuan Agong Sultan Ibrahim and Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim. Close cooperation with friendly countries has always been our priority to build a stronger and more prosperous region together," he added. During his visit, President Prabowo is set to meet Prime Minister Narendra Modi, External Affairs Minister S. Jaishankar, President Droupadi Murmu and Vice President Jagdeep Dhankhar, the MEA said. On Friday, he will meet External Affairs Minister S. Jaishankar at the Taj Mahal Hotel at 4 p.m. On January 25, President Prabowo will participate in a ceremonial reception at Rashtrapati Bhavan at 10 a.m., followed by a wreath-laying ceremony at Rajghat. He will later hold a meeting with Prime Minister Narendra Modi at Hyderabad House at 12 p.m., which will include the exchange of Memorandums of Understanding (MOUs) and press statements. In the evening, he will meet with India's Vice President Jagdeep Dhankhar at the Taj Mahal Hotel at 4 p.m. At 7 p.m., he will meet President Droupadi Murmu at Rashtrapati Bhavan. On January 26, President Prabowo will attend the Republic Day Parade as the Chief Guest. Later in the afternoon, he will attend the "At Home" Reception hosted by President Murmu at Rashtrapati Bhavan. At 5:30 pm, he will depart for Indonesia. Notably, with President Prabowo as Chief Guest at this year's Republic Day, a 352-member marching and band contingent from the country will be participating in the Parade on the Kartvya Path in the national capital. This will be the first time that an Indonesian marching and band contingent will participate in a national day parade abroad. Several MoUs and announcements are likely to be concluded and the third CEO Forum will be held on the sidelines. President Prabowo will be the fourth Indonesian President to attend India's Republic Day celebrations. PM Modi paid an official visit to Indonesia in 2018. During the visit, India-Indonesia bilateral ties were elevated to a Comprehensive Strategic Partnership and a shared vision of India-Indonesia Maritime Cooperation in the Indo-Pacific was also adopted. PM Modi also met President Prabowo on the sidelines of the G20 Summit in Rio de Janeiro, Brazil, in November last year. This was the first meeting between the two leaders. Indonesia is now part of the BRICS group and has expressed its appreciation for India's support towards its membership of the forum of emerging economies. Sources said Indonesia is interested in learning from India and other countries to strengthen its defence system and is keen on technology transfer. They also said a defence deal is unlikely to be finalised during this visit and that India and Indonesia also have robust defence cooperation with the Defence Cooperation Agreement signed in 2018. Both India and Indonesia are close maritime neighbours, with cultural and trade ties spanning over a millennia. The annual Bali Yatra festival, which commemorates the historic voyages by Indian seafarers who would set sail to Bali, is one such example of these cultural linkages. Indonesia is one of India's largest trading partners in the ASEAN region. Bilateral trade in 2023-24 reached $29.40 billion. Indian investments in Indonesia amount to $1.56 billion in infrastructure, power, textiles, steel, automotive, mining, banking and consumer goods sectors. Disclaimer: This story has been published from a news agency feed with minimal edits to adhere to WION's style guide. The headline may have been changed to better reflect the content of the story or to make it more suitable for WION audience.

Indonesia’s President Prabowo makes first state visit to India, to attend 76th Republic Day Parade

Delhi Chief Minister Atishi criticised the withdrawal of Punjab Police security for Aam Aadmi Party (AAP) national convenor Arvind Kejriwal, accusing Prime Minister Narendra Modi and Home Minister Amit Shah of "playing with the life" of the former chief minister.
CM of the Indian capital Atishi further targeted the Bharatiya Janata Party and questioned the Election Commission for being a "mute spectator" despite "repeated attacks" on the leader of a national party.
"Shameful. On the instructions of Amit Shah ji, @DelhiPolice today forcibly removed @ArvindKejriwal ji's Punjab Police security. And on the same day, Kejriwal ji was attacked by BJP goons in Hari Nagar. Does Modi-Shah want to play with Kejriwal's life? How long will the Election Commission remain a mute spectator? Why is there silence on the repeated attacks on a leader of a national party?" the Delhi CM posted on X on Thursday.
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<h2 dir="ltr">Punjab Police withdraws its security for Kejriwal</h2>
This follows the Punjab Police's decision to withdraw its security for AAP leader Kejriwal. Punjab Director General of Police Gaurav Yadav explained on Thursday that the action was taken after receiving instructions from the Election Commission of India and the Delhi Police.
"We keep on receiving reports regarding threats to Punjab CM Bhagwant Mann and Arvind Kejriwal and we share them with the concerned agencies. After the instructions of the Election Commission of India and the Delhi Police, we have withdrawn the component of the Punjab Police deployed for the security of Arvind Kejriwal," said DGP Yadav.
<h2 dir="ltr">Kejriwal claims opposition candidate&rsquo;s camp attacked his convoy</h2>
Earlier on Thursday, Kejriwal also claimed that candidate's&nbsp;of the opposition camp disrupted his public meeting in Hari Nagar and attacked his car.
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"Today in Hari Nagar, the police allowed the opposition candidate's men to enter my public meeting and then attacked my car. All this is happening on Amit Shah's orders. Amit Shah has made the Delhi Police the personal army of the BJP," Kejriwal wrote on X.
"Big questions are being raised on the Election Commission that the national president of a national party and its leaders are being constantly attacked and the Election Commission is unable to take any effective action," he added in the post.
<h2 dir="ltr">BJP leader Parvesh Verma dismisses Kejriwal&rsquo;s allegations</h2>
Meanwhile, BJP leader Parvesh Verma dismissed Kejriwal's allegations of an attack on his car as a political drama. "@ArvindKejriwal soon we will bring a drama 'Hamla hua' (attack happened), then posters will be printed - 'Mujhe Kyon Mara?'. Elections are near, Bhai Saheb is writing the script," Verma posted on X.
The Delhi Assembly elections will take place in a single phase on February 5, and the counting of votes will be done on February 8. A total of 699 candidates are competing for the 70 assembly seats in Delhi.
(With inputs from agencies)

India News: Atishi, Delhi's CM, voiced strong concerns over the Punjab Police's decision to pull security for AAP leader Arvind Kejriwal, pointing fingers at Modi and Shah.

Delhi Chief Minister Atishi criticised the withdrawal of Punjab Police security for Aam Aadmi Party (AAP) national convenor Arvind Kejriwal, accusing Prime Minister Narendra Modi and Home Minister Amit Shah of "playing with the life" of the former chief minister. CM of the Indian capital Atishi further targeted the Bharatiya Janata Party and questioned the Election Commission for being a "mute spectator" despite "repeated attacks" on the leader of a national party. "Shameful. On the instructions of Amit Shah ji, @DelhiPolice today forcibly removed @ArvindKejriwal ji's Punjab Police security. And on the same day, Kejriwal ji was attacked by BJP goons in Hari Nagar. Does Modi-Shah want to play with Kejriwal's life? How long will the Election Commission remain a mute spectator? Why is there silence on the repeated attacks on a leader of a national party?" the Delhi CM posted on X on Thursday. Also read | Maha Kumbh 2025: Devotees and seers from Russia, Ukraine pray for peace in Prayagraj Punjab Police withdraws its security for Kejriwal This follows the Punjab Police's decision to withdraw its security for AAP leader Kejriwal. Punjab Director General of Police Gaurav Yadav explained on Thursday that the action was taken after receiving instructions from the Election Commission of India and the Delhi Police. "We keep on receiving reports regarding threats to Punjab CM Bhagwant Mann and Arvind Kejriwal and we share them with the concerned agencies. After the instructions of the Election Commission of India and the Delhi Police, we have withdrawn the component of the Punjab Police deployed for the security of Arvind Kejriwal," said DGP Yadav. Kejriwal claims opposition candidate’s camp attacked his convoy Earlier on Thursday, Kejriwal also claimed that candidate's of the opposition camp disrupted his public meeting in Hari Nagar and attacked his car. Also read | Indian PM Narendra Modi pays tribute to Netaji Subhas Chandra Bose on his birth anniversary "Today in Hari Nagar, the police allowed the opposition candidate's men to enter my public meeting and then attacked my car. All this is happening on Amit Shah's orders. Amit Shah has made the Delhi Police the personal army of the BJP," Kejriwal wrote on X. "Big questions are being raised on the Election Commission that the national president of a national party and its leaders are being constantly attacked and the Election Commission is unable to take any effective action," he added in the post. BJP leader Parvesh Verma dismisses Kejriwal’s allegations Meanwhile, BJP leader Parvesh Verma dismissed Kejriwal's allegations of an attack on his car as a political drama. "@ArvindKejriwal soon we will bring a drama 'Hamla hua' (attack happened), then posters will be printed - 'Mujhe Kyon Mara?'. Elections are near, Bhai Saheb is writing the script," Verma posted on X. The Delhi Assembly elections will take place in a single phase on February 5, and the counting of votes will be done on February 8. A total of 699 candidates are competing for the 70 assembly seats in Delhi. (With inputs from agencies)

India | 'Modi-Shah want to play with Kejriwal’s life?' Atishi slams Punjab Police security withdrawal for AAP convener

Seers from Russia and Ukraine gathered at the Maha Kumbh in Prayagraj on Thursday morning to perform 'kirtan' and prayers, symbolising spiritual unity.
The seers chanted devotional songs and engaged in traditional rituals at the Maha Kumbh, which offers a platform for cultural exchange and universal values.
Speaking to ANI, Mahant Sanat Kumar said, "The Guru Parampara Puja of Lord Dattatreya was organised, followed by Aarti and Bhajan of Lord Shiva and Lord Ganesha. Some guests also participated, singing bhajans dedicated to Lord Shiva and Lord Rama. This is a symbol of unity, which shows that Indian and Western cultures can work together."
"It is a message that all people can live together, and it shows that this is what Sanatan Dharma means - unity and cooperation," he said.
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The Mahant underscored the importance of the occasion in spreading a message of global peace.
"From the holy land of this Kumbh, I pray for peace in all wars, particularly the ongoing conflicts between Ukraine and Russia. As a saint, I emphasise the need for world welfare and appeal to all people to maintain peace," he said.
Earlier in the day, BJP leader Nitin Patel arrived in Prayagraj to attend Mahakumbh 2025 and said that the festivities are a "once-in-a-lifetime opportunity."
"This Mahakumbh is a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity for those who follow Sanata Dharma and all Indians. Crores of people are attending this Mahakumbh. Today, I along with my family will take a holy dip here. Mahakumbh will benefit the state economically. No one should see this from a political angle," Patel told ANI.
In just 11 days of the Mahakumbh, more than 97.3 million devotees, Kalpavasis and revered seers have taken a holy dip at the Triveni Sangam.
With this unprecedented turnout of devotees, the total number of participants is expected to touch the 100 million mark by the end of today the 11th day of the festival.
As per the data of the Uttar Pradesh government, on Thursday as of now over 16.98 lakh people took dip in the sacred confluence of Ganga, Yamuna and mystical Saraswati.
The Uttar Pradesh government estimates that more than 45 crore people will attend the Maha Kumbh this time, according to an official statement.
Among the sea of visitors, various 'babas' stand out, especially those who carry their distinct identities.
Earlier on Wednesday, Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath took the holy dip in Triveni Sangam during the Maha Kumbh in Prayagraj.
Deputy CMs Keshav Prasad Maurya, Brajesh Pathak and other cabinet ministers were with the CM. The UP CM was seen offering thanks to God as he and his ministers took part in this spiritual moment.
Meanwhile, authorities have been focusing on preparations for the upcoming Mauni Amavasya on January 29, anticipating large crowds of devotees.
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India news | Witness the cultural exchange and spiritual harmony at the Maha Kumbh, where Indian and Western traditions unite through devotional songs and rituals.

Seers from Russia and Ukraine gathered at the Maha Kumbh in Prayagraj on Thursday morning to perform 'kirtan' and prayers, symbolising spiritual unity. The seers chanted devotional songs and engaged in traditional rituals at the Maha Kumbh, which offers a platform for cultural exchange and universal values. Speaking to ANI, Mahant Sanat Kumar said, "The Guru Parampara Puja of Lord Dattatreya was organised, followed by Aarti and Bhajan of Lord Shiva and Lord Ganesha. Some guests also participated, singing bhajans dedicated to Lord Shiva and Lord Rama. This is a symbol of unity, which shows that Indian and Western cultures can work together." "It is a message that all people can live together, and it shows that this is what Sanatan Dharma means - unity and cooperation," he said. #WATCH | #KumbhOfTogetherness | Prayagraj, Uttar Pradesh: Saints from Russia and Ukraine perform 'kirtan' and prayers at the Maha Kumbh. (22.01) pic.twitter.com/wKfouQMora — ANI (@ANI) January 23, 2025 The Mahant underscored the importance of the occasion in spreading a message of global peace. "From the holy land of this Kumbh, I pray for peace in all wars, particularly the ongoing conflicts between Ukraine and Russia. As a saint, I emphasise the need for world welfare and appeal to all people to maintain peace," he said. Earlier in the day, BJP leader Nitin Patel arrived in Prayagraj to attend Mahakumbh 2025 and said that the festivities are a "once-in-a-lifetime opportunity." "This Mahakumbh is a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity for those who follow Sanata Dharma and all Indians. Crores of people are attending this Mahakumbh. Today, I along with my family will take a holy dip here. Mahakumbh will benefit the state economically. No one should see this from a political angle," Patel told ANI. In just 11 days of the Mahakumbh, more than 97.3 million devotees, Kalpavasis and revered seers have taken a holy dip at the Triveni Sangam. With this unprecedented turnout of devotees, the total number of participants is expected to touch the 100 million mark by the end of today the 11th day of the festival. As per the data of the Uttar Pradesh government, on Thursday as of now over 16.98 lakh people took dip in the sacred confluence of Ganga, Yamuna and mystical Saraswati. The Uttar Pradesh government estimates that more than 45 crore people will attend the Maha Kumbh this time, according to an official statement. Among the sea of visitors, various 'babas' stand out, especially those who carry their distinct identities. Earlier on Wednesday, Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath took the holy dip in Triveni Sangam during the Maha Kumbh in Prayagraj. Deputy CMs Keshav Prasad Maurya, Brajesh Pathak and other cabinet ministers were with the CM. The UP CM was seen offering thanks to God as he and his ministers took part in this spiritual moment. Meanwhile, authorities have been focusing on preparations for the upcoming Mauni Amavasya on January 29, anticipating large crowds of devotees. Disclaimer: This story has been published from a news agency feed with minimal edits to adhere to WION's style guide. The headline may have been changed to better reflect the content of the story or to make it more suitable for WION audience.

Maha Kumbh 2025: Devotees and seers from Russia, Ukraine pray for peace in Prayagraj

India is celebrating its 76th Republic Day on January 26, 2025. The day commemorates the adoption of the Indian Constitution and the country's transition to a republic after independence which came into effect on January 26, 1950.
The Republic Day celebrates the rich culture and heritage of India. It also showcases the country's advancement in technology and defence through the parade, which takes place at the Vijay Chowk in New Delhi.
Share some quotes, wishes, and messages with your friends and family members to invoke patriotic and proud feelings as Indian citizens.
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<h2>Republic Day 2025: Wishes and greetings</h2>
&gt; It is admirable to give one&rsquo;s life for the sake of the country. We should all respect and honour our true heroes. Salute to the Republic!
&gt; Take pride that you live in a country that has such a diverse glorious history and rich heritage. Happy Republic Day 2025!
&gt; Independence is a wonderful gift from God to the world. May our nation remain independent and prosperous forever. Happy Republic Day!
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&gt; On this day, let&rsquo;s promise that we will enrich and preserve our heritage, our ethos, and our treasure. Happy Republic Day!
&gt; Freedom in the mind, Strength in the words, Pureness in our blood, Pride in our souls, Zeal in our hearts, Let&rsquo;s salute our India on Republic Day. Happy Republic Day 2025.
&gt; A thousand salutes to all the people involved in making our constitution. May we make it become even more prosperous and great. I wish you a very Happy Republic Day 2025!
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<h2>Republic Day 2025: Quotes</h2>
&ldquo;Democracy is not merely a form of government. It is primarily a mode of associated living, of conjoint communicated experience. It is essentially an attitude of respect and reverence towards fellow men.&rdquo; &ndash; BR Ambedkar
&ldquo;At the dawn of history, India started on her unending quest, and trackless centuries are filled with her striving and the grandeur of her success and her failures.&rdquo; &ndash; Jawaharlal Nehru
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&ldquo;It is the prime responsibility of every citizen to feel that his country is free and to defend its freedom is his duty. Every Indian should now forget that he is a Rajput, a Sikh, or a Jat. He must remember that he is an Indian and he has every right in his country but with certain duties.&rdquo; &ndash; Sardar Vallabhbhai Patel
&ldquo;Even if I died in the service of the nation, I would be proud of it. Every drop of my blood&hellip; will contribute to the growth of this nation and to make it strong and dynamic.&rdquo; &ndash; Indira Gandhi
&ldquo;If there is one place on the face of earth where all the dreams of living men have found a home from the very earliest days when man began the dream of existence, it is India.&rdquo; &ndash; Romain Rolland

India news | Trending | Here are some quotes, wishes and messages to share with your friends and family members to invoke patriotic and proud feelings as Indian citizens.

India is celebrating its 76th Republic Day on January 26, 2025. The day commemorates the adoption of the Indian Constitution and the country's transition to a republic after independence which came into effect on January 26, 1950. The Republic Day celebrates the rich culture and heritage of India. It also showcases the country's advancement in technology and defence through the parade, which takes place at the Vijay Chowk in New Delhi. Share some quotes, wishes, and messages with your friends and family members to invoke patriotic and proud feelings as Indian citizens. Also read | Republic Day 2025: A look at the day's history, significance, and why it is celebrated Republic Day 2025: Wishes and greetings > It is admirable to give one’s life for the sake of the country. We should all respect and honour our true heroes. Salute to the Republic! > Take pride that you live in a country that has such a diverse glorious history and rich heritage. Happy Republic Day 2025! > Independence is a wonderful gift from God to the world. May our nation remain independent and prosperous forever. Happy Republic Day! Also read | Republic Day 2025: Why was January 26 chosen as India's R-Day? > On this day, let’s promise that we will enrich and preserve our heritage, our ethos, and our treasure. Happy Republic Day! > Freedom in the mind, Strength in the words, Pureness in our blood, Pride in our souls, Zeal in our hearts, Let’s salute our India on Republic Day. Happy Republic Day 2025. > A thousand salutes to all the people involved in making our constitution. May we make it become even more prosperous and great. I wish you a very Happy Republic Day 2025! Also read | Republic Day 2025: What is Beating Retreat Ceremony? Know the history, significance, highlights Republic Day 2025: Quotes “Democracy is not merely a form of government. It is primarily a mode of associated living, of conjoint communicated experience. It is essentially an attitude of respect and reverence towards fellow men.” – BR Ambedkar “At the dawn of history, India started on her unending quest, and trackless centuries are filled with her striving and the grandeur of her success and her failures.” – Jawaharlal Nehru Also read | Security beefed up across J&K ahead of Republic Day celebrations “It is the prime responsibility of every citizen to feel that his country is free and to defend its freedom is his duty. Every Indian should now forget that he is a Rajput, a Sikh, or a Jat. He must remember that he is an Indian and he has every right in his country but with certain duties.” – Sardar Vallabhbhai Patel “Even if I died in the service of the nation, I would be proud of it. Every drop of my blood… will contribute to the growth of this nation and to make it strong and dynamic.” – Indira Gandhi “If there is one place on the face of earth where all the dreams of living men have found a home from the very earliest days when man began the dream of existence, it is India.” – Romain Rolland

Republic Day 2025: Quotes, Status, Wishes to share

Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi and his cabinet colleagues paid tribute to Netaji Subhas Chandra Bose on his 128th birth anniversary in Samvidhan Sadan on Thursday (Jan 22). PM Modi also interacted with school students present there. Rajya Sabha LOP and Congress President Mallikarjun Kharge and Lok Sabha speaker Om Birla were also present and paid tributes to Netaji.
Earlier in the day, Prime Minister Narendra Modi paid homage to legendary freedom fighter Netaji Subhas Chandra Bose on his 128th birth anniversary.
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"Today, on Parakram Diwas, I pay homage to Netaji Subhas Chandra Bose. His contribution to India's freedom movement is unparalleled," PM Modi said in a post on X.
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On <a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/ParakramDiwas?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#ParakramDiwas</a>, the birth anniversary of Netaji Subhas Chandra Bose, PM Modi had an inspiring interaction with the youth at Samvidhan Sadan. <a href="https://t.co/JiyKLm0BbL">pic.twitter.com/JiyKLm0BbL</a>
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"He epitomised courage and grit. His vision continues to motivate us as we work towards building the India he envisioned," he added.
In 2021, the central government officially designated January 23 as Parakram Diwas to mark the birth anniversary of Subhas Chandra Bose.
On the occasion of Parakram Diwas 2025, a grand celebration is scheduled to unfold from 23rd January to 25th January 2025 at Barabati Fort in the historic city of Cuttack, the birthplace of Netaji Subhas Chandra Bose.
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The multifaceted celebration will honour the legacy of Netaji on his 128th birth anniversary. The three-day event, scheduled for 23rd-25th January 2025, will be inaugurated by Mohan Charan Majhi, the Chief Minister of Odisha, on January 23.&nbsp;
The year 2022 saw the unveiling of a hologram statue of Netaji at India Gate, New Delhi, and in 2023, 21 unnamed islands in the Andaman and Nicobar archipelago were named after the 21 Param Vir Chakra Awardees. In 2024, the Prime Minister inaugurated the event at the historic Red Fort in Delhi, the site of the INA trials.
Continuing the tradition, this year the Parakram Diwas celebration is being organised by the Ministry of Culture at Cuttack, Netaji's birthplace and the city that shaped his early sensibilities.
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The three-day-long event will start with the Chief Minister of Odisha and other dignitaries paying homage to Netaji and hoisting the national flag at the house where Netaji was born, which has now been converted into a museum dedicated to him.
Subsequently, the Parakram Diwas celebration at Barabati Fort will begin with a video message by the Prime Minister and will feature a book, photo, and archival exhibition focused on Netaji's life, showcasing rare photographs, letters, and documents, as well as an AR/VR display chronicling his remarkable journey.
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A sculpture workshop and a painting competition-cum-workshop are also being planned for the occasion. The event will also feature cultural performances honouring Netaji's legacy and highlighting the rich cultural tradition of Odisha. Besides, films on Netaji's life will also be screened during the event.&nbsp;
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India News | PM Modi also interacted with school students present there. Leader of Opposition in Rajya Sabha  and Congress President Mallikarjun Kharge, and Lok Sabha speaker Om Birla were also present.

Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi and his cabinet colleagues paid tribute to Netaji Subhas Chandra Bose on his 128th birth anniversary in Samvidhan Sadan on Thursday (Jan 22). PM Modi also interacted with school students present there. Rajya Sabha LOP and Congress President Mallikarjun Kharge and Lok Sabha speaker Om Birla were also present and paid tributes to Netaji. Earlier in the day, Prime Minister Narendra Modi paid homage to legendary freedom fighter Netaji Subhas Chandra Bose on his 128th birth anniversary. Also read: India: Ex-Army Man Kills Wife, Chops Body Before Boiling | Chilling Details Emerge "Today, on Parakram Diwas, I pay homage to Netaji Subhas Chandra Bose. His contribution to India's freedom movement is unparalleled," PM Modi said in a post on X. On #ParakramDiwas, the birth anniversary of Netaji Subhas Chandra Bose, PM Modi had an inspiring interaction with the youth at Samvidhan Sadan. pic.twitter.com/JiyKLm0BbL — BJP (@BJP4India) January 23, 2025 "He epitomised courage and grit. His vision continues to motivate us as we work towards building the India he envisioned," he added. In 2021, the central government officially designated January 23 as Parakram Diwas to mark the birth anniversary of Subhas Chandra Bose. On the occasion of Parakram Diwas 2025, a grand celebration is scheduled to unfold from 23rd January to 25th January 2025 at Barabati Fort in the historic city of Cuttack, the birthplace of Netaji Subhas Chandra Bose. Also read: Indian Foreign Minister Jaishankar says India didn’t stop trading with Pakistan The multifaceted celebration will honour the legacy of Netaji on his 128th birth anniversary. The three-day event, scheduled for 23rd-25th January 2025, will be inaugurated by Mohan Charan Majhi, the Chief Minister of Odisha, on January 23. The year 2022 saw the unveiling of a hologram statue of Netaji at India Gate, New Delhi, and in 2023, 21 unnamed islands in the Andaman and Nicobar archipelago were named after the 21 Param Vir Chakra Awardees. In 2024, the Prime Minister inaugurated the event at the historic Red Fort in Delhi, the site of the INA trials. Continuing the tradition, this year the Parakram Diwas celebration is being organised by the Ministry of Culture at Cuttack, Netaji's birthplace and the city that shaped his early sensibilities. Also read: Indian Foreign Minister Jaishankar optimistic about strengthening India-U.S. ties The three-day-long event will start with the Chief Minister of Odisha and other dignitaries paying homage to Netaji and hoisting the national flag at the house where Netaji was born, which has now been converted into a museum dedicated to him. Subsequently, the Parakram Diwas celebration at Barabati Fort will begin with a video message by the Prime Minister and will feature a book, photo, and archival exhibition focused on Netaji's life, showcasing rare photographs, letters, and documents, as well as an AR/VR display chronicling his remarkable journey. Also read: Ather Energy introduces multi-language dashboard to enhance accessibility A sculpture workshop and a painting competition-cum-workshop are also being planned for the occasion. The event will also feature cultural performances honouring Netaji's legacy and highlighting the rich cultural tradition of Odisha. Besides, films on Netaji's life will also be screened during the event. Disclaimer: This story has been published from ANI feed with minimal edits to adhere to WION's style guide. The headline may have been changed to better reflect the content of the story or to make it more suitable for WION audience.

Indian PM Narendra Modi pays tribute to Netaji Subhas Chandra Bose on his birth anniversary

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A gruesome murder case emerged from the Indian state of Telangana where an ex-Army man allegedly killed his wife, chopped her body and boiled parts before dumping.&nbsp;
<h2>How the case unfolded?&nbsp;</h2>
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A 35-year-old woman from Telangana's Hyderabad, Puttavenkata Madhavi, was the wife of a retired Army jawan, Gurumurthy. On January 16, Madhavi left her house after an argument with Gurumurthy. Madhavi's mother, Subamma, filed a missing complaint for Madhavi on January 18. After launching an investigation, police took Gurumurthy into custody, who was working as a security guard. The man allegedly confessed that he killed Madhavi after a heated argument on January 15.&nbsp;
<h2>Chilling details&nbsp;</h2>
After allegedly killing Madhavi, Gurumurthy did everything to erase the evidence. He first chopped the body in the bathroom and boiled the pieces in a pressure cooker. He separated the flesh from the bones after boiling, crushed the bones using a pestle, and boiled them again.&nbsp;
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He cooked the bones and flesh for three consecutive days. And packed the remains in a bag and dumped them in a nearby lake.&nbsp;
<h2>Investigation underway&nbsp;</h2>
After the confession, the police investigated the lake to find the remains of the body but had not found anything yet.&nbsp;
The police said that although the husband had confessed to the murder, the police are continuing the investigation.&nbsp;
"As of now, we are not finalising the death. We have to find out the truth, the investigation is ongoing," a senior police official was quoted as saying by ANI.&nbsp;
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<h2>Murder or missing?&nbsp;</h2>
Madhavi and Gurumurthy, married for 13 years, have been living with their two children in Venkateswara Colony for the last five years.&nbsp;
The day Gurumurthy allegedly murdered Madhavi, their children were visiting their aunt. A police official has said that Gurumurthy had made up the whole story of her missing and had informed the same to Madhavi's parents.&nbsp;
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Police said that the case is being treated as a "missing person" case and not as murder, as no evidence of murder has been found yet.
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(With inputs from agencies)

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A gruesome murder case emerged from the Indian state of Telangana where an ex-Army man allegedly killed his wife, chopped her body and boiled parts before dumping. How the case unfolded? Also read | India | “Common factor in all deaths is involvement of brain": Principal GMC Rajouri on 'mysterious illness’ in JK A 35-year-old woman from Telangana's Hyderabad, Puttavenkata Madhavi, was the wife of a retired Army jawan, Gurumurthy. On January 16, Madhavi left her house after an argument with Gurumurthy. Madhavi's mother, Subamma, filed a missing complaint for Madhavi on January 18. After launching an investigation, police took Gurumurthy into custody, who was working as a security guard. The man allegedly confessed that he killed Madhavi after a heated argument on January 15. Chilling details After allegedly killing Madhavi, Gurumurthy did everything to erase the evidence. He first chopped the body in the bathroom and boiled the pieces in a pressure cooker. He separated the flesh from the bones after boiling, crushed the bones using a pestle, and boiled them again. Also read | India: Uber, Ola face govt probe over allegations of differential pricing for iPhones, Android He cooked the bones and flesh for three consecutive days. And packed the remains in a bag and dumped them in a nearby lake. Investigation underway After the confession, the police investigated the lake to find the remains of the body but had not found anything yet. The police said that although the husband had confessed to the murder, the police are continuing the investigation. "As of now, we are not finalising the death. We have to find out the truth, the investigation is ongoing," a senior police official was quoted as saying by ANI. Also read | Explained: Why Saif Ali Khan's family could to lose ancestral property worth Rs 150 billion Murder or missing? Madhavi and Gurumurthy, married for 13 years, have been living with their two children in Venkateswara Colony for the last five years. The day Gurumurthy allegedly murdered Madhavi, their children were visiting their aunt. A police official has said that Gurumurthy had made up the whole story of her missing and had informed the same to Madhavi's parents. Also read | India: Telangana lands $5.2 billion renewable energy investment deal with Sun Petrochemicals Police said that the case is being treated as a "missing person" case and not as murder, as no evidence of murder has been found yet. Disclaimer: Some readers may find the story disturbing. Discretion is advised. (With inputs from agencies)

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The Beating Retreat ceremony marks the end of the Republic Day celebrations in India. It is held on the evening of January 29, three days after Republic Day in New Delhi, and other state capitals.
The ceremony features several musical performances by the bands of the Indian Army, Navy, Air Force, Delhi Police, and the Central Armed Police Force (CAPF).
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<h2>Beating Retreat Ceremony 2025: History</h2>
The history of &ldquo;Beating the Retreat&rdquo; dates back to the 17th century. The ceremony was held to signal the end of the day&rsquo;s fighting or patrolling by the soldiers and their return to the camps at sunset. First celebrated by the British Army, the tradition was later adopted by the Indian Army after independence.
The ceremony was first held in India in 1955 during the state visit of Queen Elizabeth II and Prince Philip. Since then, it has been observed every year on January 29.
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<h2>Beating Retreat Ceremony 2025: Significance</h2>
The Beating Retreat Ceremony showcases the rich musical and cultural heritage of India. The colourful and musical event pays tribute to the country&rsquo;s defence forces and also displays the skills of the military bands.
The ceremony usually includes performances of martial music, patriotic songs, and traditional Indian tunes.&nbsp;
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The annual tradition is a reflection of India&rsquo;s unity and diversity. It also serves as a reminder of the ideals and values of patriotism, inspiring citizens.
<h2>Beating Retreat Ceremony 2025: Highlights</h2>
The ceremony starts at the Vijay Chowk in New Delhi after the President of India, the Chief Guest of the event, arrives in a cavalry unit escorted by the 'President's Bodyguards' (PBG). The PBG commander then asks the unit to give the National Salute.
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Following this, the National Anthem of India, Jana Gana Mana, is played by the Massed Bands. At the same time, the Indian National flag unfurls on the flagpole.&nbsp;
The function features performances by Military Bands, Pipes and Drums Bands, Buglers and Trumpeters from various Army Regiments. The bands from the Navy and Air Force also take part in the ceremony. Most of the tunes played during the ceremony are based on Indian tunes.
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'Beating the Retreat' has emerged as a display of national pride with the indigenously developed unique ceremony by the massed bands. The ceremony ends with a bugle call for retreat. The national flag is then lowered, and the National Anthem plays.
(With inputs from agencies)
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India news | Trending | The function features performances by Military Bands, Pipes and Drums Bands, Buglers and Trumpeters from various Army Regiments. The bands from the Navy and Air Force also take part in the ceremony.

The Beating Retreat ceremony marks the end of the Republic Day celebrations in India. It is held on the evening of January 29, three days after Republic Day in New Delhi, and other state capitals. The ceremony features several musical performances by the bands of the Indian Army, Navy, Air Force, Delhi Police, and the Central Armed Police Force (CAPF). Also read | Security beefed up across J&K ahead of Republic Day celebrations Beating Retreat Ceremony 2025: History The history of “Beating the Retreat” dates back to the 17th century. The ceremony was held to signal the end of the day’s fighting or patrolling by the soldiers and their return to the camps at sunset. First celebrated by the British Army, the tradition was later adopted by the Indian Army after independence. The ceremony was first held in India in 1955 during the state visit of Queen Elizabeth II and Prince Philip. Since then, it has been observed every year on January 29. Also read | Republic Day 2025: Why was January 26 chosen as India's R-Day? Beating Retreat Ceremony 2025: Significance The Beating Retreat Ceremony showcases the rich musical and cultural heritage of India. The colourful and musical event pays tribute to the country’s defence forces and also displays the skills of the military bands. The ceremony usually includes performances of martial music, patriotic songs, and traditional Indian tunes. Also read | Republic Day 2025: A look at the day's history, significance, and why it is celebrated The annual tradition is a reflection of India’s unity and diversity. It also serves as a reminder of the ideals and values of patriotism, inspiring citizens. Beating Retreat Ceremony 2025: Highlights The ceremony starts at the Vijay Chowk in New Delhi after the President of India, the Chief Guest of the event, arrives in a cavalry unit escorted by the 'President's Bodyguards' (PBG). The PBG commander then asks the unit to give the National Salute. Also read | Republic Day 2025: Sitar maestro Hidayat Husain Khan commemorates with 'Jai Hind' Following this, the National Anthem of India, Jana Gana Mana, is played by the Massed Bands. At the same time, the Indian National flag unfurls on the flagpole. The function features performances by Military Bands, Pipes and Drums Bands, Buglers and Trumpeters from various Army Regiments. The bands from the Navy and Air Force also take part in the ceremony. Most of the tunes played during the ceremony are based on Indian tunes. Watch | Republic Day 2025: India prepares for grand cultural show 'Beating the Retreat' has emerged as a display of national pride with the indigenously developed unique ceremony by the massed bands. The ceremony ends with a bugle call for retreat. The national flag is then lowered, and the National Anthem plays. (With inputs from agencies)

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Srinagar: Security has been put on high alert across the Union Territory of Jammu and Kashmir ahead of the Republic Day celebrations. Security forces have intensified surveillance, and set up barricades and checkpoints to ensure a peaceful and secure Republic Day across the Union Territory. In Srinagar, security forces have fortified the Bakshi Stadium, where the main Republic Day function is to be held.
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The main function of Republic Day will be held in Jammu division and will be presided by the LG of Jammu and Kashmir, Manoj Sinha. The chief minister of Jammu and Kashmir, Omar Abdullah, will attend the same function as well. The Republic Day function in Srinagar will be presided over by the Deputy CM Surinder Chaudhary.
&ldquo;Jammu Kashmir Police has made a multi-tier security arrangement not only in Srinagar but every other district of the Kashmir Valley. The security arrangements for the occasion have already started. The vigil at inter-district check posts has been intensified, and there is round-the-clock checking on the roads, especially the vehicles coming to Srinagar city and other important districts,&rdquo; said Inspector General of Police (IGP) Kashmir, V K Birdi.
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&ldquo;We are taking help of drone technology so that we have better surveillance over wider areas, and also we are taking help of CCTV coverage not only in main areas but interiors as well so that we can spot every suspicious activity that could have repercussions,&rdquo; said Inspector General of Police (IGP) Kashmir, V K Birdi.
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The Government of Jammu and Kashmir is making preparations to ensure that thousands of people come out of their homes despite the minus-degree temperatures to attend the Republic Day functions. Various arrangements have been made for the public.

India News: Security forces are using high-tech gadgets to secure the premises and adjoining areas, besides making access easy for the people. There would be free entry to all the function venues for the people.

Srinagar: Security has been put on high alert across the Union Territory of Jammu and Kashmir ahead of the Republic Day celebrations. Security forces have intensified surveillance, and set up barricades and checkpoints to ensure a peaceful and secure Republic Day across the Union Territory. In Srinagar, security forces have fortified the Bakshi Stadium, where the main Republic Day function is to be held. Also Read | Republic Day 2025: Delhi Traffic Police issues advisory for full dress rehearsals. Check alternate routes The main function of Republic Day will be held in Jammu division and will be presided by the LG of Jammu and Kashmir, Manoj Sinha. The chief minister of Jammu and Kashmir, Omar Abdullah, will attend the same function as well. The Republic Day function in Srinagar will be presided over by the Deputy CM Surinder Chaudhary. “Jammu Kashmir Police has made a multi-tier security arrangement not only in Srinagar but every other district of the Kashmir Valley. The security arrangements for the occasion have already started. The vigil at inter-district check posts has been intensified, and there is round-the-clock checking on the roads, especially the vehicles coming to Srinagar city and other important districts,” said Inspector General of Police (IGP) Kashmir, V K Birdi. Also Read | Nearly 4 in 5 Indian employers report difficulty finding skilled talent in 2025: Report The government of Jammu and Kashmir has once again extended an open invitation to the public to attend the Republic Day celebrations everywhere. There would be free entry to all the function venues for the people. Security forces are using high-tech gadgets to secure the premises and adjoining areas, besides making access easy for the people. Also Read | India | Jalgaon Pushpak Express accident: Death toll rises to 13, several injured “We are taking help of drone technology so that we have better surveillance over wider areas, and also we are taking help of CCTV coverage not only in main areas but interiors as well so that we can spot every suspicious activity that could have repercussions,” said Inspector General of Police (IGP) Kashmir, V K Birdi. Watch: Chinese national killed in Afghanistan, ISIS claims responsibility The Government of Jammu and Kashmir is making preparations to ensure that thousands of people come out of their homes despite the minus-degree temperatures to attend the Republic Day functions. Various arrangements have been made for the public.

Security beefed up across J&K ahead of Republic Day celebrations

India's upcoming Union Budget 2025, scheduled to be presented by Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman on February 1, is likely to feature a streamlined customs duty structure, with fewer tax slabs, as part of the government's ongoing initiative to simplify and modernise the country's trade policies.
India currently has more than 40 customs duty rates, including specific duties, and the proposed changes aim to streamline the system and reduce complications.
For Budget 2025, while the government's focus seems to be the simplification of income tax laws and expanding the income tax base, individuals eagerly await news on the reduction of their income tax outgo.
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<h2 dir="ltr">Changes expected in the new tax regime</h2>
For salaried taxpayers, the standard deduction could be increased from the current Rs 75,000 ($867.46) to Rs 1 lakh ($1156.62). This was last increased in Budget 2024 from Rs 50,000 ($578.31) to Rs 75,000 ($867.46).
Extend the tax rebate under section 87A to taxpayers with taxable income up to Rs 1 million ($11566) from the existing limit of Rs 7 lakh ($8096).
The government's 'Housing for all' initiative might lead to the introduction of a deduction for interest on loans of up to Rs 2 lakh ($2313.23) for self-occupied house property in the new tax regime. Currently, this benefit is only available under the old tax regime.
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<h2 dir="ltr">Tax benefit for interest on savings accounts and fixed deposits</h2>
To encourage savings when interest rates are low and inflation is high, the government could consider extending the deduction under Section 80TTA. Currently, this section only allows deductions on interest earned from savings accounts, up to a limit of Rs 10,000 ($115.66)
Extending this deduction to interest on term deposits and increasing the limit to Rs 50,000 ($578.31) would be a significant incentive for savers. This move would also align with the benefits already available to senior citizens under Section 80TTB, which allows deductions of up to Rs 50,000 ($578.31) on interest from deposits, including fixed deposits and recurring deposits.
<h2 dir="ltr">Income tax benefits on buying Electric Vehicles (EV)</h2>
To boost electric vehicle (EV) adoption, the government could clarify tax benefits for employer-provided EVs and extend the deduction of up to Rs 1,50,000 ($1734.92) per annum on interest paid on EV loans, which currently expires on March 31, 2023.
<h2 dir="ltr">Extending the due date for filing belated or revised tax returns</h2>
Taxpayers face challenges claiming foreign tax credits in India due to differing tax years. To address this, the deadline for filing revised/belated returns should be extended beyond Dec 31 of the assessment year.
(With inputs from agencies)

India News: Discover how India's Union Budget aims to simplify trade with a streamlined customs duty structure with fewer tax slabs to simplify and modernise the country's trade policies

India's upcoming Union Budget 2025, scheduled to be presented by Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman on February 1, is likely to feature a streamlined customs duty structure, with fewer tax slabs, as part of the government's ongoing initiative to simplify and modernise the country's trade policies. India currently has more than 40 customs duty rates, including specific duties, and the proposed changes aim to streamline the system and reduce complications. For Budget 2025, while the government's focus seems to be the simplification of income tax laws and expanding the income tax base, individuals eagerly await news on the reduction of their income tax outgo. Also read | Nearly 4 in 5 Indian employers report difficulty finding skilled talent in 2025: Report Changes expected in the new tax regime For salaried taxpayers, the standard deduction could be increased from the current Rs 75,000 ($867.46) to Rs 1 lakh ($1156.62). This was last increased in Budget 2024 from Rs 50,000 ($578.31) to Rs 75,000 ($867.46). Extend the tax rebate under section 87A to taxpayers with taxable income up to Rs 1 million ($11566) from the existing limit of Rs 7 lakh ($8096). The government's 'Housing for all' initiative might lead to the introduction of a deduction for interest on loans of up to Rs 2 lakh ($2313.23) for self-occupied house property in the new tax regime. Currently, this benefit is only available under the old tax regime. Also read | India: Uber, Ola face govt probe over allegations of differential pricing for iPhones, Android Tax benefit for interest on savings accounts and fixed deposits To encourage savings when interest rates are low and inflation is high, the government could consider extending the deduction under Section 80TTA. Currently, this section only allows deductions on interest earned from savings accounts, up to a limit of Rs 10,000 ($115.66) Extending this deduction to interest on term deposits and increasing the limit to Rs 50,000 ($578.31) would be a significant incentive for savers. This move would also align with the benefits already available to senior citizens under Section 80TTB, which allows deductions of up to Rs 50,000 ($578.31) on interest from deposits, including fixed deposits and recurring deposits. Income tax benefits on buying Electric Vehicles (EV) To boost electric vehicle (EV) adoption, the government could clarify tax benefits for employer-provided EVs and extend the deduction of up to Rs 1,50,000 ($1734.92) per annum on interest paid on EV loans, which currently expires on March 31, 2023. Extending the due date for filing belated or revised tax returns Taxpayers face challenges claiming foreign tax credits in India due to differing tax years. To address this, the deadline for filing revised/belated returns should be extended beyond Dec 31 of the assessment year. (With inputs from agencies)

Indian Budget 2025: Personal tax reforms–What to expect for individual taxpayers?

The Indian government on Thursday (Jan 23) issued notices to ride-hailing giants Ola and Uber over allegations of different prices on different devices for the same journey. India&rsquo;s Minister of Consumer Affairs, Pralhad Joshi, took to X to announce that the Central Consumer Protection Authority (CCPA) was looking into the matter and has sought responses from the cab service providers.
&ldquo;As a follow-up to the earlier observation of apparent differential pricing based on the different models of mobiles (iPhones/ Android) being used, the Department of Consumer Affairs, through the CCPA, has issued notices to major cab aggregators Ola and Uber, seeking their responses,&rdquo; the minister wrote on X.
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As a follow-up to the earlier observation of apparent <a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/DifferentialPricing?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#DifferentialPricing</a> based on the different models of mobiles (<a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/iPhones?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#iPhones</a>/ <a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/Android?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#Android</a>) being used, Department of Consumer Affairs through the CCPA, has issued notices to major cab aggregators <a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/Ola?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#Ola</a> and <a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/Uber?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#Uber</a>, seeking their&hellip;
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CCPA is probing whether cab aggregators are involved in fraudulent practices that lead to aberrations in prices on different device types.
<h2>Allegations against Ola, Uber</h2>
Earlier, reports emerged and users on social media highlighted how Ola and Uber mobile apps sometimes would show different prices for the same route at the same time, depending on whether you use an iPhone or an Android device.
Some users earlier alleged that prices reflecting on iPhone devices tend to be higher than those on Android.
Earlier, a LinkedIn post from Niraali Parekh, Founder and Creative Director of Bokap Designs, highlighting varied prices for iPhone and Android went viral on the internet in India.
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&ldquo;A colleague recently booked an Uber ride on two different phones simultaneously, from the same pick-up point to the same drop-off point.&rdquo;
&ldquo;He wanted to improve his chances of getting a ride during peak hours.&rdquo;
&ldquo;On Android, the fare was ₹290.79 ($3.35)&rdquo;.
&ldquo;On iPhone, the fare was ₹342.47.($4)&rdquo;
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Another user, named Sudhir, highlighted on X, &ldquo;Same pickup point, destination &amp; time but 2 different phones get 2 different rates. It happens with me as I always get higher rates on my Uber as compared to my daughter&rsquo;s phone. So most of the time, I request her to book my Uber. Does this happen with you also? What is the hack?&rdquo;
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Same pickup point, destination &amp; time but 2 different phones get 2 different rates. It happens with me as I always get higher rates on my Uber as compared to my daughter&rsquo;s phone. So most of the time, I request her to book my Uber. Does this happen with you also? What is the hack? <a href="https://t.co/bFqMT0zZpW">pic.twitter.com/bFqMT0zZpW</a>
&mdash; SUDHIR (@seriousfunnyguy) <a href="https://twitter.com/seriousfunnyguy/status/1871047445360320919?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">December 23, 2024</a></blockquote>
<h2>Uber's response</h2>
Uber earlier denied these allegations, arguing there were differences in the two rides highlighted by the user.
&ldquo;Multiple differences in these two rides impact the prices. The pick-up point, ETA, and drop-off point on these requests vary, which will cause different fares. Uber does not personalise trip pricing based on a rider&rsquo;s cell phone manufacturer.&rdquo;

Minister of Consumer Affairs Pralhad Joshi took to X to announce that the Central Consumer Protection Authority (CCPA) was looking into the matter | India News

The Indian government on Thursday (Jan 23) issued notices to ride-hailing giants Ola and Uber over allegations of different prices on different devices for the same journey. India’s Minister of Consumer Affairs, Pralhad Joshi, took to X to announce that the Central Consumer Protection Authority (CCPA) was looking into the matter and has sought responses from the cab service providers. “As a follow-up to the earlier observation of apparent differential pricing based on the different models of mobiles (iPhones/ Android) being used, the Department of Consumer Affairs, through the CCPA, has issued notices to major cab aggregators Ola and Uber, seeking their responses,” the minister wrote on X. As a follow-up to the earlier observation of apparent #DifferentialPricing based on the different models of mobiles (#iPhones/ #Android) being used, Department of Consumer Affairs through the CCPA, has issued notices to major cab aggregators #Ola and #Uber, seeking their… — Pralhad Joshi (@JoshiPralhad) January 23, 2025 CCPA is probing whether cab aggregators are involved in fraudulent practices that lead to aberrations in prices on different device types. Allegations against Ola, Uber Earlier, reports emerged and users on social media highlighted how Ola and Uber mobile apps sometimes would show different prices for the same route at the same time, depending on whether you use an iPhone or an Android device. Some users earlier alleged that prices reflecting on iPhone devices tend to be higher than those on Android. Earlier, a LinkedIn post from Niraali Parekh, Founder and Creative Director of Bokap Designs, highlighting varied prices for iPhone and Android went viral on the internet in India. Also read: Internet decries ‘taxi mafia’ as Goa’s foreign tourism sees massive decline “A colleague recently booked an Uber ride on two different phones simultaneously, from the same pick-up point to the same drop-off point.” “He wanted to improve his chances of getting a ride during peak hours.” “On Android, the fare was ₹290.79 ($3.35)”. “On iPhone, the fare was ₹342.47.($4)” Also read: Authorities in Delhi warn they will impound bike taxis if Uber, Ola and Rapido do not comply with ban Another user, named Sudhir, highlighted on X, “Same pickup point, destination & time but 2 different phones get 2 different rates. It happens with me as I always get higher rates on my Uber as compared to my daughter’s phone. So most of the time, I request her to book my Uber. Does this happen with you also? What is the hack?” Same pickup point, destination & time but 2 different phones get 2 different rates. It happens with me as I always get higher rates on my Uber as compared to my daughter’s phone. So most of the time, I request her to book my Uber. Does this happen with you also? What is the hack? pic.twitter.com/bFqMT0zZpW — SUDHIR (@seriousfunnyguy) December 23, 2024 Uber's response Uber earlier denied these allegations, arguing there were differences in the two rides highlighted by the user. “Multiple differences in these two rides impact the prices. The pick-up point, ETA, and drop-off point on these requests vary, which will cause different fares. Uber does not personalise trip pricing based on a rider’s cell phone manufacturer.”

India: Uber, Ola face govt probe over allegations of differential pricing for iPhones, Android

A recent report has revealed that approximately four out of five Indian employers anticipate a conservative approach to hiring in the first quarter of 2025, citing persistent talent shortages as a major obstacle to recruitment.
The report is based on the ManpowerGroup Talent Shortage Survey of more than 3000 employers across the four regions of the country.
According to the report, despite having the highest hiring demand globally, 80 per cent of the employers in India struggle to find the right talent they need.
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<h2>Talent scarcity in India continues to outpace global trends</h2>
The trend has persisted since 2022 and is more than the global average, where 74 per cent of employers are reporting talent scarcity (the global figure remains unchanged over 2024).
The report further emphasised that talent shortages are a widespread issue, affecting all regions, and have become a hallmark of the current global job market.
<h2>&lsquo;Talent shortage underscores the urgent need for collective action&rsquo;</h2>
&ldquo;The persistent talent shortage, with 80 per cent of organisations struggling to fill roles in 2025, underscores the urgent need for collective action,&rdquo; said Sandeep Gulati, Managing Director, ManpowerGroup India, and Middle East.
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Certain industries, particularly IT, energy, and utilities, are experiencing acute talent shortages, driven by escalating demand for specialised skills in areas like data and IT. The IT sector tops the list with 84 per cent hiring demand, closely followed by energy and utilities, and healthcare and life sciences, both at 81 per cent.
Gulati said that in South India, where the shortage is especially pronounced (85 per cent), the pressure on medium and large enterprises is significant.
&ldquo;Employers are increasingly prioritising upskilling strategies to bridge this gap, reflecting a shift towards sustainable solutions over short-term measures like wage increases. Addressing this challenge will require a robust partnership between businesses, governments, and educators to build a future-ready workforce,&rdquo; he added.
As per the report, 80 per cent of employers face difficulty finding skilled talent, remaining consistent in the last three years, and increasing by 86 per cent from 2021&rsquo;s survey.
&nbsp;(With inputs from agencies)
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India News: Talent shortages continue to impact Indian recruitment as four out of five employers plan conservative hiring in Q, reveals a recent report.

A recent report has revealed that approximately four out of five Indian employers anticipate a conservative approach to hiring in the first quarter of 2025, citing persistent talent shortages as a major obstacle to recruitment. The report is based on the ManpowerGroup Talent Shortage Survey of more than 3000 employers across the four regions of the country. According to the report, despite having the highest hiring demand globally, 80 per cent of the employers in India struggle to find the right talent they need. Also read | OpenAI vs Indian courts: ChatGPT maker says its legal obligations are only in US Talent scarcity in India continues to outpace global trends The trend has persisted since 2022 and is more than the global average, where 74 per cent of employers are reporting talent scarcity (the global figure remains unchanged over 2024). The report further emphasised that talent shortages are a widespread issue, affecting all regions, and have become a hallmark of the current global job market. ‘Talent shortage underscores the urgent need for collective action’ “The persistent talent shortage, with 80 per cent of organisations struggling to fill roles in 2025, underscores the urgent need for collective action,” said Sandeep Gulati, Managing Director, ManpowerGroup India, and Middle East. Also read | India | “Common factor in all deaths is involvement of brain": Principal GMC Rajouri on 'mysterious illness’ in JK Certain industries, particularly IT, energy, and utilities, are experiencing acute talent shortages, driven by escalating demand for specialised skills in areas like data and IT. The IT sector tops the list with 84 per cent hiring demand, closely followed by energy and utilities, and healthcare and life sciences, both at 81 per cent. Gulati said that in South India, where the shortage is especially pronounced (85 per cent), the pressure on medium and large enterprises is significant. “Employers are increasingly prioritising upskilling strategies to bridge this gap, reflecting a shift towards sustainable solutions over short-term measures like wage increases. Addressing this challenge will require a robust partnership between businesses, governments, and educators to build a future-ready workforce,” he added. As per the report, 80 per cent of employers face difficulty finding skilled talent, remaining consistent in the last three years, and increasing by 86 per cent from 2021’s survey. (With inputs from agencies)

Nearly 4 in 5 Indian employers report difficulty finding skilled talent in 2025: Report

The full dress rehearsal of the parade for Republic Day 2025 will take place on Thursday (Jan 23). Delhi Traffic Police have issued an advisory for various routes in Delhi and the National Capital Region (NCR).
&ldquo;In view of Full Dress #RepublicDay Parade Rehearsal on 23rd January, 2025, special traffic arrangements will be effective on various routes. Please follow the advisory.&rdquo; the Traffic police said in an X post.
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Traffic Advisory In view of Full Dress <a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/RepublicDay?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#RepublicDay</a> Parade Rehearsal on 23rd January, 2025, special traffic arrangements will be effective on various routes. Please follow the advisory.<a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/DPTrafficAdvisory?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#DPTrafficAdvisory</a> <a href="https://t.co/lm3hVtLqiL">pic.twitter.com/lm3hVtLqiL</a>
&mdash; Delhi Traffic Police (@dtptraffic) <a href="https://twitter.com/dtptraffic/status/1881942989024657609?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">January 22, 2025</a></blockquote>

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The restrictions will be enforced from 9:30 am to 1:00 pm local time.
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<h2>Delhi traffic advisory</h2>
According to the advisory, the route of the parade will be: Vijay Chowk &gt; Kartavyapath &gt; C-Hexagon &gt; R/A Statue of Netaji Subhash Chandra Bose &gt; Tilak Marg &gt; Bahadur Shah Zafar Marg &gt; Netaji Subhash Marg &gt; Red Fort.
<h3>Traffic restrictions</h3>
On Thursday, C-Hexagon will be closed from 9:15 am till the parade crossed Tilak Marg.
Traffic on Tilak Marg, BSZ Marg and Subhash Marg will not be allowed in both directions from 10:30 am and will be allowed depending upon the movement of the parade.
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Delhi Traffic Police suggested alternate routes for road users if the journey is unavoidable.
North-South Corridor
<ul>
<li>Ring Road Ashram Chowk &ndash; Sarai Kale Khan &ndash; IP Flyover &ndash; Rajghat &ndash; Ring Road.</li>
<li>Madarsa &ndash; Lodhi Road 'T' point &ndash; Aurobindo Marg &ndash; AIIMS Chowk &ndash; Ring Road &ndash; Dhaula Kuan &ndash; Vande Mataram Marg &ndash; Shankar Road &ndash; Park Street &ndash; Mandir Marg.</li>
</ul>
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East-West Corridor
<ul>
<li>Ring Road &ndash; Bhairon Road &ndash; Mathura Road &ndash; Lodhi Road &ndash; Aurobindo Road &ndash; AIIMS Chowk &ndash; Ring Road &ndash; Dhaula Kuan &ndash; Vande Mataram Marg &ndash; Shankar Road &ndash; Park Street or Mandir Marg.</li>
<li>Ring Road &ndash; Boulevard Road &ndash; Barf Khana Chowk &ndash; Rani Jhansi Flyover &ndash; Faiz Road &ndash; Vande Mataram Marg &ndash; R/A Shankar Road.</li>
<li>Ring Road &ndash; ISBT &ndash; Chandgi Ram Akhara &ndash; IP College to Mall Road &ndash; Azadpur &ndash; Punjabi Bagh.</li>
</ul>
Commuters can travel via Delhi metro rail services, which remain available at all stations throughout the day.
The traffic advisory also states that no heavy goods vehicle, medium goods vehicle or light goods vehicle will be allowed to enter Delhi borders on January 23 until the full dress rehearsal is over. However, essential services are exempted from these restrictions.
Watch | Republic Day 2025: India prepares for grand cultural show
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Traffic advisory has also been issued for Ghaziabad, Faridabad, Gautam Buddh Nagar (Noida) and Gurugram.
(With inputs from agencies)

India news | The traffic advisory also states that no heavy goods vehicle, medium goods vehicle or light goods vehicle will be allowed to enter Delhi borders on January 23.

The full dress rehearsal of the parade for Republic Day 2025 will take place on Thursday (Jan 23). Delhi Traffic Police have issued an advisory for various routes in Delhi and the National Capital Region (NCR). “In view of Full Dress #RepublicDay Parade Rehearsal on 23rd January, 2025, special traffic arrangements will be effective on various routes. Please follow the advisory.” the Traffic police said in an X post. Traffic Advisory In view of Full Dress #RepublicDay Parade Rehearsal on 23rd January, 2025, special traffic arrangements will be effective on various routes. Please follow the advisory.#DPTrafficAdvisory pic.twitter.com/lm3hVtLqiL — Delhi Traffic Police (@dtptraffic) January 22, 2025 The restrictions will be enforced from 9:30 am to 1:00 pm local time. Also read | Delhi assembly polls: Kejriwal releases 7 demands for middle class relief ahead of budget session Delhi traffic advisory According to the advisory, the route of the parade will be: Vijay Chowk > Kartavyapath > C-Hexagon > R/A Statue of Netaji Subhash Chandra Bose > Tilak Marg > Bahadur Shah Zafar Marg > Netaji Subhash Marg > Red Fort. Traffic restrictions On Thursday, C-Hexagon will be closed from 9:15 am till the parade crossed Tilak Marg. Traffic on Tilak Marg, BSZ Marg and Subhash Marg will not be allowed in both directions from 10:30 am and will be allowed depending upon the movement of the parade. Also read | India | Jalgaon Pushpak Express accident: Death toll rises to 13, several injured Delhi Traffic Police suggested alternate routes for road users if the journey is unavoidable. North-South Corridor Ring Road Ashram Chowk – Sarai Kale Khan – IP Flyover – Rajghat – Ring Road. Madarsa – Lodhi Road 'T' point – Aurobindo Marg – AIIMS Chowk – Ring Road – Dhaula Kuan – Vande Mataram Marg – Shankar Road – Park Street – Mandir Marg. Also read | Delhi court to rule on FIR after plea said that MF Husain's paintings hurt 'religious sentiments' East-West Corridor Ring Road – Bhairon Road – Mathura Road – Lodhi Road – Aurobindo Road – AIIMS Chowk – Ring Road – Dhaula Kuan – Vande Mataram Marg – Shankar Road – Park Street or Mandir Marg. Ring Road – Boulevard Road – Barf Khana Chowk – Rani Jhansi Flyover – Faiz Road – Vande Mataram Marg – R/A Shankar Road. Ring Road – ISBT – Chandgi Ram Akhara – IP College to Mall Road – Azadpur – Punjabi Bagh. Commuters can travel via Delhi metro rail services, which remain available at all stations throughout the day. The traffic advisory also states that no heavy goods vehicle, medium goods vehicle or light goods vehicle will be allowed to enter Delhi borders on January 23 until the full dress rehearsal is over. However, essential services are exempted from these restrictions. Watch | Republic Day 2025: India prepares for grand cultural show Traffic advisory has also been issued for Ghaziabad, Faridabad, Gautam Buddh Nagar (Noida) and Gurugram. (With inputs from agencies)

Republic Day 2025: Delhi Traffic Police issue advisory for full dress rehearsals. Check alternate routes

A mysterious illness has struck the Rajouri district in the Indian Union Territory of Jammu and Kashmir, claiming 17 lives. Medical authorities have rushed to the area to investigate the cause of the illness.
The 17 deaths in Badhaal, about 55 km from Rajouri town, took place between December 7 and January 19.
<h2 dir="ltr">Special inter-ministerial team formed to probe &lsquo;mysterious disease&rsquo;</h2>
The central government has taken cognisance of the situation and a special inter-ministerial team has been formed to probe the 'mysterious' disease. 
Authorities have screened 9000-10,000 houses to gather data. The Indian Army has been deployed to the area to provide essential supplies including food, water and shelter to the residents.
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NCDC (National Centre for Disease Control), and ICMR (Indian Council of Medical Research) teams are deployed for investigation.&nbsp;
<h2 dir="ltr">Recovery becomes tough once the brain gets involved</h2>
Dr Amarjeet Singh Bhatia, Principal of Government Medical College Rajouri said that a common factor among the deaths is the involvement of the brain and damage to the nervous system.
"Forensic departments from Chandigarh and Lucknow, and teams from MHA are present here. A common factor in all the deaths is the involvement of the brain and damage to the nervous system," Dr Bhatia said.
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Emphasising the recovery rate of the people affected by this 'unidentified disease&rsquo;, Bhatia said, &ldquo;Out of nine patients that were admitted to GMC Rajouri, five recovered. We have conducted preventive CT scans also, but recovery becomes tough once the brain gets involved.&rdquo;
"We are hoping to find the cause (behind the illness) soon. We will educate the people and raise awareness among them like not to exchange foods," he added.
<h2 dir="ltr">'Not a public health emergency'</h2>
Dr M L Raina, CMO Rajouri, said that as per the test reports, there is no need to declare a 'public health emergency.
&ldquo;We have checked the system so that there are no problems. You can see that everything has been cleared from our side. The viral test results are still positive. None of them have come. All are negative. Even if we go to the vectorology side, it is negative. If we go to the viral side, it is negative. There is no public health emergency," he said.
(With inputs from agencies)
&nbsp;

India News: A mysterious illness has claimed lives in the Rajouri district of Jammu and Kashmir, prompting medical authorities to launch an urgent investigation into the cause.

A mysterious illness has struck the Rajouri district in the Indian Union Territory of Jammu and Kashmir, claiming 17 lives. Medical authorities have rushed to the area to investigate the cause of the illness. The 17 deaths in Badhaal, about 55 km from Rajouri town, took place between December 7 and January 19. Special inter-ministerial team formed to probe ‘mysterious disease’ The central government has taken cognisance of the situation and a special inter-ministerial team has been formed to probe the 'mysterious' disease. Authorities have screened 9000-10,000 houses to gather data. The Indian Army has been deployed to the area to provide essential supplies including food, water and shelter to the residents. Also read | India | Jalgaon Pushpak Express accident: Death toll rises to 13, several injured NCDC (National Centre for Disease Control), and ICMR (Indian Council of Medical Research) teams are deployed for investigation. Recovery becomes tough once the brain gets involved Dr Amarjeet Singh Bhatia, Principal of Government Medical College Rajouri said that a common factor among the deaths is the involvement of the brain and damage to the nervous system. "Forensic departments from Chandigarh and Lucknow, and teams from MHA are present here. A common factor in all the deaths is the involvement of the brain and damage to the nervous system," Dr Bhatia said. Also read | Trump re-designates Iranian-backed Houthi rebels as ‘foreign terrorist organisation’ Emphasising the recovery rate of the people affected by this 'unidentified disease’, Bhatia said, “Out of nine patients that were admitted to GMC Rajouri, five recovered. We have conducted preventive CT scans also, but recovery becomes tough once the brain gets involved.” "We are hoping to find the cause (behind the illness) soon. We will educate the people and raise awareness among them like not to exchange foods," he added. 'Not a public health emergency' Dr M L Raina, CMO Rajouri, said that as per the test reports, there is no need to declare a 'public health emergency. “We have checked the system so that there are no problems. You can see that everything has been cleared from our side. The viral test results are still positive. None of them have come. All are negative. Even if we go to the vectorology side, it is negative. If we go to the viral side, it is negative. There is no public health emergency," he said. (With inputs from agencies)

India | Common factor in all deaths is involvement of brain: Principal GMC Rajouri on 'mysterious illness’ in JK

In one of the single-largest investment deals, Sun Petrochemicals, a leading energy company, has signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with the Telangana government to invest 5.2 billion (Rs 45,500 crore) in the state.
As per the MoU signed on the sidelines of World Economic Forum in Davos on Wednesday, the company will develop three pumped storage hydro power projects in the districts of Nagarkurnool, Mancherial, and Mulugu.
These projects will have a combined capacity of 3,400 MW and complemented by downstream integrated solar power plants with a capacity of 5,440 MW.
This ambitious venture is expected to create over 7,000 jobs during the construction phase, significantly contributing to the socio-economic development of the state, said an official statement here.
The MoU was signed between senior officials of the government of Telangana and Sun Petrochemicals, marking a major milestone in Telangana's drive toward sustainable energy development.
The collaboration aims to harness renewable energy resources efficiently, addressing energy demands while supporting the state's green energy transition. Telangana is putting top efforts to become India's number one state in green energy.
Chief Minister A. Revanth Reddy welcomed the huge investment, observing that while Telangana doubled the previous benchmarks of a decade in getting Rs 40,000 crore investments at Davos last year, the 'Telangana Rising' delegation had scored a great watermark agreement with this deal with Sun Petrochemicals.
"Broadbasing the investment base and scope of Telangana, our government has been giving equal importance to all sectors, from services to manufacturing, from innovation-based to convention-powerhouses. This will create a large number of jobs for my youth and create a highly impactful transformation around Nagarkurnool, Mancherial, and Mulugu," said CM Revanth Reddy.
Industries minister D. Sridhar Babu welcomed the agreement, saying it was a result of diligent efforts of nearly a year, involving several rounds of discussions and many meetings.
"Chief Minister and I had several rounds of discussions, along with our officials and top leadership of Sun Petrochemicals to bring to Telangana one of the single largest investment successes since 2014," said Sridhar Babu.
"Telangana is becoming an irresistible force of an investment destination since the last 12 months, under the leadership of Chief Minister A. Revanth Reddy. We are sure this landmark agreement will have a huge impact on not only the state but the entire country given the significance of green energy to our economy and society," said Dilip Shanghvi, Managing Director, Sun Pharmaceutical Industries, and MD, Sun Petrochemicals.
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Discover how Telangana secures a $5.2 billion renewable energy investment from Sun Petrochemicals, marking a significant milestone in the state's green energy efforts.

In one of the single-largest investment deals, Sun Petrochemicals, a leading energy company, has signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with the Telangana government to invest 5.2 billion (Rs 45,500 crore) in the state. As per the MoU signed on the sidelines of World Economic Forum in Davos on Wednesday, the company will develop three pumped storage hydro power projects in the districts of Nagarkurnool, Mancherial, and Mulugu. These projects will have a combined capacity of 3,400 MW and complemented by downstream integrated solar power plants with a capacity of 5,440 MW. This ambitious venture is expected to create over 7,000 jobs during the construction phase, significantly contributing to the socio-economic development of the state, said an official statement here. The MoU was signed between senior officials of the government of Telangana and Sun Petrochemicals, marking a major milestone in Telangana's drive toward sustainable energy development. The collaboration aims to harness renewable energy resources efficiently, addressing energy demands while supporting the state's green energy transition. Telangana is putting top efforts to become India's number one state in green energy. Chief Minister A. Revanth Reddy welcomed the huge investment, observing that while Telangana doubled the previous benchmarks of a decade in getting Rs 40,000 crore investments at Davos last year, the 'Telangana Rising' delegation had scored a great watermark agreement with this deal with Sun Petrochemicals. "Broadbasing the investment base and scope of Telangana, our government has been giving equal importance to all sectors, from services to manufacturing, from innovation-based to convention-powerhouses. This will create a large number of jobs for my youth and create a highly impactful transformation around Nagarkurnool, Mancherial, and Mulugu," said CM Revanth Reddy. Industries minister D. Sridhar Babu welcomed the agreement, saying it was a result of diligent efforts of nearly a year, involving several rounds of discussions and many meetings. "Chief Minister and I had several rounds of discussions, along with our officials and top leadership of Sun Petrochemicals to bring to Telangana one of the single largest investment successes since 2014," said Sridhar Babu. "Telangana is becoming an irresistible force of an investment destination since the last 12 months, under the leadership of Chief Minister A. Revanth Reddy. We are sure this landmark agreement will have a huge impact on not only the state but the entire country given the significance of green energy to our economy and society," said Dilip Shanghvi, Managing Director, Sun Pharmaceutical Industries, and MD, Sun Petrochemicals. Disclaimer: This story has been published from a news agency feed with minimal edits to adhere to WION's style guide. The headline may have been changed to better reflect the content of the story or to make it more suitable for WION audience.

India: Telangana lands $5.2 billion renewable energy investment deal with Sun Petrochemicals

The death toll in the Jalgaon train accident in Maharashtra, a western Indian state, has risen to 13. The incident occurred on Wednesday evening when passengers of the Pushpak Express stepped outside their coaches due to a suspected fire on the train. The Karnataka Express was passing through the adjacent track at the same time, and several people were hit by the moving train.
The Pushpak Express, which runs from Lucknow to Mumbai, was near Jalgaon when rumours of a fire aboard one of its coaches caused panic among passengers.
The injured individuals have been admitted to the Civil Hospital Jalgaon and are undergoing treatment. However, the Railways confirmed there was no fire.
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<h2 dir="ltr">Railway Ministry announces compensation</h2>
The Railway Ministry announced a compensation of Rs 1.5 lakh ($1734.66) each for the families of the victims, Rs 50,000 ($578.22) for people who are seriously injured and Rs 5,000 ($57.82) for minor injuries.
"Ex gratia of Rs 1.5 lakh ($1734.66) each has been announced for the kins of the deceased in the Jalgaon train accident, Rs 50,000 ($578.22) to the people who are seriously injured and Rs 5,000 ($57.82) to the people who have sustained minor injuries," the Office of Railway Minister Ashwini Vaishnaw said in a statement.
<h2 dir="ltr">PM Modi condoled the deaths</h2>
Prime Minister Narendra Modi expressed condolences to the families of the victims.
"Anguished by the tragic accident on the railway tracks in Jalgaon, Maharashtra. I extend my heartfelt condolences to the bereaved families and pray for the speedy recovery of all the injured. Authorities are providing all possible assistance to those affected," the Prime Minister's Office stated in a post on X.
Maharashtra Chief Minister Devendra Fadnavis announced Rs 5 lakh ($5782.19) in financial assistance for the families of those who lost their lives. The state government will also cover all medical expenses for the injured.
(With inputs from agencies)
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India: Investigations continue into the Jalgaon tragedy where a suspected fire led Pushpak Express passengers onto the tracks, resulting in fatalities from a passing train.

The death toll in the Jalgaon train accident in Maharashtra, a western Indian state, has risen to 13. The incident occurred on Wednesday evening when passengers of the Pushpak Express stepped outside their coaches due to a suspected fire on the train. The Karnataka Express was passing through the adjacent track at the same time, and several people were hit by the moving train. The Pushpak Express, which runs from Lucknow to Mumbai, was near Jalgaon when rumours of a fire aboard one of its coaches caused panic among passengers. The injured individuals have been admitted to the Civil Hospital Jalgaon and are undergoing treatment. However, the Railways confirmed there was no fire. Also read | Kapil Sharma death threat: Indian comedian targeted in email sent from Pakistan Railway Ministry announces compensation The Railway Ministry announced a compensation of Rs 1.5 lakh ($1734.66) each for the families of the victims, Rs 50,000 ($578.22) for people who are seriously injured and Rs 5,000 ($57.82) for minor injuries. "Ex gratia of Rs 1.5 lakh ($1734.66) each has been announced for the kins of the deceased in the Jalgaon train accident, Rs 50,000 ($578.22) to the people who are seriously injured and Rs 5,000 ($57.82) to the people who have sustained minor injuries," the Office of Railway Minister Ashwini Vaishnaw said in a statement. PM Modi condoled the deaths Prime Minister Narendra Modi expressed condolences to the families of the victims. "Anguished by the tragic accident on the railway tracks in Jalgaon, Maharashtra. I extend my heartfelt condolences to the bereaved families and pray for the speedy recovery of all the injured. Authorities are providing all possible assistance to those affected," the Prime Minister's Office stated in a post on X. Maharashtra Chief Minister Devendra Fadnavis announced Rs 5 lakh ($5782.19) in financial assistance for the families of those who lost their lives. The state government will also cover all medical expenses for the injured. (With inputs from agencies)

India | Jalgaon Pushpak Express accident: Death toll rises to 13, several injured

ISRO releases satellite images showing the massive scale of the Maha Kumbh Mela, highlighting its transformation as seen from space.

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The CBI will file an appeal before the Calcutta High Court, seeking a death sentence for Sanjay Roy, who was sentenced to "life imprisonment until death" by a Sealdah court in the rape-cum-murder case of an on-duty doctor at RG Kar Medical College and Hospital in Kolkata, officials said Wednesday.
The agency received legal advice suggesting that the case may be categorised as the "rarest of rare", deserving capital punishment, the officials said.
The agency is likely to file the appeal against the Sealdah court order as soon as possible with detailed arguments in favour of capital punishment, they added.
The agency's plea seeking the death penalty for Roy was turned down by the trial court, where Additional District and Sessions Judge Anirban Das said that the crime did not fall under the "rarest of the rare" category.
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"The CBI prayed for the death penalty. The defence lawyer prayed that a jail term be given instead of the death penalty. This crime does not fall under the 'rarest of the rare' category," the judge said on Monday while sentencing Roy.
"I am sentencing you to life imprisonment, meaning till the last day of your life, for causing injury during the act of committing rape on the victim that led to her death...," he told Roy.
The West Bengal government has already approached the high court, challenging the verdict and seeking the death penalty for Roy.
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The CBI has opposed the state's right to file an appeal in the case, claiming that as it was the prosecuting agency, it had the right to appeal on the grounds of inadequacy of the sentence.
Appearing for the CBI, Deputy Solicitor General Rajdeep Majumdar on Wednesday opposed the state's submission, maintaining that the West Bengal government does not have the right to appeal against the trial court's order on the ground of inadequacy.
He submitted that the CBI had prayed for awarding capital punishment to Roy before the trial court.
The high court said it would hear the CBI, the victim's family, and the convict before deciding on the admission of the state government's appeal. The high court said it will hear the matter on January 27.
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The trainee doctor was raped and killed in the early hours of August 9 in the seminar hall of RG Kar Medical College and Hospital when she had gone to rest during her graveyard shift.
Her body with severe injury marks was found inside the hall by a doctor the next morning.
Civic volunteer Sanjay Roy was arrested the next day based on CCTV footage in which he was seen entering the seminar hall at 4.03 am on the day of the incident.
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On August 13, the Calcutta High Court ordered the transfer of the probe from Kolkata Police to the CBI, which took over the case on August 14.&nbsp;
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India news: The agency is likely to file the appeal against the Sealdah court order as soon as possible with detailed arguments in favour of capital punishment, the officials said.

The CBI will file an appeal before the Calcutta High Court, seeking a death sentence for Sanjay Roy, who was sentenced to "life imprisonment until death" by a Sealdah court in the rape-cum-murder case of an on-duty doctor at RG Kar Medical College and Hospital in Kolkata, officials said Wednesday. The agency received legal advice suggesting that the case may be categorised as the "rarest of rare", deserving capital punishment, the officials said. The agency is likely to file the appeal against the Sealdah court order as soon as possible with detailed arguments in favour of capital punishment, they added. The agency's plea seeking the death penalty for Roy was turned down by the trial court, where Additional District and Sessions Judge Anirban Das said that the crime did not fall under the "rarest of the rare" category. Also read: RG Kar rape-murder case: Convict Sanjay Roy gets life sentence "The CBI prayed for the death penalty. The defence lawyer prayed that a jail term be given instead of the death penalty. This crime does not fall under the 'rarest of the rare' category," the judge said on Monday while sentencing Roy. "I am sentencing you to life imprisonment, meaning till the last day of your life, for causing injury during the act of committing rape on the victim that led to her death...," he told Roy. The West Bengal government has already approached the high court, challenging the verdict and seeking the death penalty for Roy. Also read: RG Kar case: 'Even if court says hang him, I’ll accept it,' says Roy’s mother The CBI has opposed the state's right to file an appeal in the case, claiming that as it was the prosecuting agency, it had the right to appeal on the grounds of inadequacy of the sentence. Appearing for the CBI, Deputy Solicitor General Rajdeep Majumdar on Wednesday opposed the state's submission, maintaining that the West Bengal government does not have the right to appeal against the trial court's order on the ground of inadequacy. He submitted that the CBI had prayed for awarding capital punishment to Roy before the trial court. The high court said it would hear the CBI, the victim's family, and the convict before deciding on the admission of the state government's appeal. The high court said it will hear the matter on January 27. Also read: Rape-murder, protests and arrest: Here's how RG Kar Medical College victim finally got justice The trainee doctor was raped and killed in the early hours of August 9 in the seminar hall of RG Kar Medical College and Hospital when she had gone to rest during her graveyard shift. Her body with severe injury marks was found inside the hall by a doctor the next morning. Civic volunteer Sanjay Roy was arrested the next day based on CCTV footage in which he was seen entering the seminar hall at 4.03 am on the day of the incident. Also read: RG Kar case verdict: Main accused Sanjoy Roy found guilty of raping, murdering doctor On August 13, the Calcutta High Court ordered the transfer of the probe from Kolkata Police to the CBI, which took over the case on August 14. Disclaimer: This story has been published from a news agency feed with minimal edits to adhere to WION's style guide. The headline may have been changed to better reflect the content of the story or to make it more suitable for WION audience.

Kolkata rape and murder case: CBI seeks death penalty for Sanjay Roy in High Court

A court in India's national capital New Delhi was likely to decide on Wednesday (Jan 22) whether or not to direct an FIR after a plea alleged that two paintings of the late artist and Padma awardee MF Husain "hurt religious sentiments".
A report by the news agency PTI said that the two paintings featured Hindu deities, Hanuman and Ganesh. The paintings were displayed at an art gallery in New Delhi.&nbsp;
Earlier in the day, a hearing was held regarding the matter.&nbsp;
<h2>'This is obscenity'</h2>
During the hearing, the complainant and advocate Amita Sachdeva, said that most revered entities of Sanatan Dharma&mdash;Hanuman and Ganesh&mdash;were insulted in Husain's paintings.
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"This is obscenity. Depicted most revered deities in an obscene manner&mdash;a&nbsp;deliberate and malicious insult. Husain may be the greatest artist in the world, but he has no right to insult my deities," Sachdeva argued.
Sachdeva claimed there was an advertisement, and thousands of people saw the painting of "deities being ridiculed."
"Prima facie case is made out for exhibiting such offensive paintings for public viewing and hurting religious sentiments," the complainant further said.
<h2>Paintings seized</h2>
On Monday (January 20), Judicial Magistrate First Class Sahil Monga ordered the seizure of Husain's paintings and reserved the order on FIR after hearing the arguments (of the case).
Ordering the seizure, Monga cited the police's action taken report, which said the investigating officer seized the security camera footage and the network video recorder of the art gallery.
As per the action taken report, the art exhibition was held privately, and the paintings, including the two in question, were only to display the original work of Husain.
(With inputs from agencies)

India News: The two paintings of Husain featured Hindu deities, Hanuman and Ganesh. The paintings were displayed at an art gallery in New Delhi. 

A court in India's national capital New Delhi was likely to decide on Wednesday (Jan 22) whether or not to direct an FIR after a plea alleged that two paintings of the late artist and Padma awardee MF Husain "hurt religious sentiments". A report by the news agency PTI said that the two paintings featured Hindu deities, Hanuman and Ganesh. The paintings were displayed at an art gallery in New Delhi. Earlier in the day, a hearing was held regarding the matter. 'This is obscenity' During the hearing, the complainant and advocate Amita Sachdeva, said that most revered entities of Sanatan Dharma—Hanuman and Ganesh—were insulted in Husain's paintings. Also read | Places of Worship Act validity: SC restrains courts from passing orders in suits against religious structures "This is obscenity. Depicted most revered deities in an obscene manner—a deliberate and malicious insult. Husain may be the greatest artist in the world, but he has no right to insult my deities," Sachdeva argued. Sachdeva claimed there was an advertisement, and thousands of people saw the painting of "deities being ridiculed." "Prima facie case is made out for exhibiting such offensive paintings for public viewing and hurting religious sentiments," the complainant further said. Paintings seized On Monday (January 20), Judicial Magistrate First Class Sahil Monga ordered the seizure of Husain's paintings and reserved the order on FIR after hearing the arguments (of the case). Ordering the seizure, Monga cited the police's action taken report, which said the investigating officer seized the security camera footage and the network video recorder of the art gallery. As per the action taken report, the art exhibition was held privately, and the paintings, including the two in question, were only to display the original work of Husain. (With inputs from agencies)

Delhi court to rule on FIR after plea said that MF Husain's paintings hurt 'religious sentiments'

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