<p>'MULE' (Multi Utility Legged Equipment), the robotic dogs of the Indian Army, won hearts on Sunday (Jan 26) during the 76th Republic Day parade in Kolkata. The robot, named 'Sanjay', is an all-weather ground robot dog with an excellent capacity for climbing stairs, steep hills, and crossing hurdles.&nbsp;</p>
<p><strong>WATCH: <a href="https://www.wionews.com/videos/republic-day-2025-state-and-ministries-display-their-tableaux">Republic day 2025: State and ministries display their tableaux</a></strong></p>
<p>The Army said that 'Sanjay' is designed to perform some specific operations such as perimeter security, protecting assets, and even for chemical-biological-nuclear warfare scenarios. Some other areas where the robot can be used are explosives detection and disposal, intelligence, and surveillance.</p>
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<p dir="ltr" lang="in"><a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/WATCH?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#WATCH</a> | West Bengal CM Mamata Banerjee takes part in <a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/RepublicDay2025?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#RepublicDay2025</a> celebrations at Kolkata.<br><br>(Source: Mamata Banerjee Social Media) <a href="https://t.co/1KUWOvFFvL">pic.twitter.com/1KUWOvFFvL</a></p>
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<p>Apart from being operated in extreme weather conditions, from -40 degrees to 55 degrees Celsius, the robot can also carry a weight of 15 kg.&nbsp;</p>
<p><strong>Also read: <a href="https://www.wionews.com/india-news/republic-day-2025-live-us-extends-greetings-to-india-on-republic-day-8654335">India celebrates its 76th Republic Day. A look at all the updates</a></strong></p>
<p>Authorities said that at least 100 robot dogs have been deployed in various units of the Indian Army so far.&nbsp;</p>
<p>West Bengal Governor CV Ananda Bose unfurled the national flag at the Red Road in Kolkata at the event that was also attended by Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee.&nbsp;</p>
<p><strong>WATCH: <a href="https://www.wionews.com/videos/republic-day-2025-nari-shakti-state-tableaux-light-up-kartavya-path-parade">Republic Day 2025: 'Nari-shakti', state tableaux light up Kartavya Path parade</a></strong></p>
<p>Contingents of the Indian Army, Navy, Air Force, West Bengal Police, Kolkata Police, Rapid Action Force, and Disaster Management Group were part of the parade in Kolkata. Various cultural dances were also performed at the event by different school kids.&nbsp;</p>
<h2><strong>The tableau at Kartavya Path&nbsp;</strong></h2>
<p>At the Republic Day Parade in Delhi, West Bengal's tableau highlighted the 'Lakshmir Bhandar' scheme of the state. Under the scheme, a monthly income for women is guaranteed. The tableau further showcased the state's 'Lok Prasar Prakalpa' initiative, which highlighted the rich culture and heritage of West Bengal.&nbsp;</p>
<p><strong>WATCH: <a href="https://www.wionews.com/videos/republic-day-2025-marching-contingents-31-tableaux-parade-at-kartavya-path">Republic Day 2025: Marching contingents, 31 tableaux parade at Kartavya Path</a></strong></p>
<p><em>(With inputs from agencies)</em></p>
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India News | SCIENCE & TECH | The robot, named 'Sanjay', is an all-weather ground robot dog with an excellent capacity for climbing stairs, steep hills, and crossing hurdles. 

'MULE' (Multi Utility Legged Equipment), the robotic dogs of the Indian Army, won hearts on Sunday (Jan 26) during the 76th Republic Day parade in Kolkata. The robot, named 'Sanjay', is an all-weather ground robot dog with an excellent capacity for climbing stairs, steep hills, and crossing hurdles. WATCH: Republic day 2025: State and ministries display their tableaux The Army said that 'Sanjay' is designed to perform some specific operations such as perimeter security, protecting assets, and even for chemical-biological-nuclear warfare scenarios. Some other areas where the robot can be used are explosives detection and disposal, intelligence, and surveillance. #WATCH | West Bengal CM Mamata Banerjee takes part in #RepublicDay2025 celebrations at Kolkata. (Source: Mamata Banerjee Social Media) pic.twitter.com/1KUWOvFFvL — ANI (@ANI) January 26, 2025 Apart from being operated in extreme weather conditions, from -40 degrees to 55 degrees Celsius, the robot can also carry a weight of 15 kg. Also read: India celebrates its 76th Republic Day. A look at all the updates Authorities said that at least 100 robot dogs have been deployed in various units of the Indian Army so far. West Bengal Governor CV Ananda Bose unfurled the national flag at the Red Road in Kolkata at the event that was also attended by Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee. WATCH: Republic Day 2025: 'Nari-shakti', state tableaux light up Kartavya Path parade Contingents of the Indian Army, Navy, Air Force, West Bengal Police, Kolkata Police, Rapid Action Force, and Disaster Management Group were part of the parade in Kolkata. Various cultural dances were also performed at the event by different school kids. The tableau at Kartavya Path At the Republic Day Parade in Delhi, West Bengal's tableau highlighted the 'Lakshmir Bhandar' scheme of the state. Under the scheme, a monthly income for women is guaranteed. The tableau further showcased the state's 'Lok Prasar Prakalpa' initiative, which highlighted the rich culture and heritage of West Bengal. WATCH: Republic Day 2025: Marching contingents, 31 tableaux parade at Kartavya Path (With inputs from agencies)

Meet MULE, Indian Army's robotic dog that steals the show at Republic Day parade

<p>Bollywood actor&nbsp;Ayushmann Khurrana&nbsp;took some time off of his busy schedule to witness the historic 75th Independence Day parade at Kartavya Path (formerly called Rajpath) in&nbsp;New Delhi.&nbsp;Sharing photos from the stand, the actor penned a heart-touching note and shared how he used to watch the parade with his entire family on&nbsp;Doordarshan&nbsp;when he was a child.</p>

<p>The caption of his&nbsp;Instagram post read, "Honoured to witness the Republic Day Parade on the occasion of India’s 75th Republic Day. Took me back to my childhood days when I used to religiously watch this on Doordarshan every year with my entire family! Feeling incredibly nostalgic. Jai Hind!" Check it out below!</p>

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<p>The Republic Day parade, which is&nbsp;a symbol of national pride, commenced with President Droupadi Murmu taking the salute. Emmanuel Macron, the President of France, visited India as the Chief Guest for the 75th Republic Day celebrations. The parade was women-centric this year and was&nbsp;aimed at highlight the roles played by women in various sectors.&nbsp;</p>

<p><strong>Also read:&nbsp;<a href="https://www.wionews.com/entertainment/bhavatharini-daughter-of-ilaiyaraaja-passes-away-in-sri-lanka-after-her-battle-with-cancer-683910">Bhavatharini, daughter of Ilaiyaraaja, passes away in Sri Lanka after her battle with cancer</a></strong></p>

<p>For those unaware, the first parade was held in 1950, and it has been held every year since. It is a symbol of a diverse but united India.</p>

<p>On the professional front, Ayushmann was last seen in <em>Dream Girl 2</em>. The actor is currently expected to undergo extensive cricket training for the Sourav Ganguly biopic.&nbsp;He made his acting debut in 2012 with <em>Vicky Donor </em>as Vicky Arora. Later, he featured in films like <em>Bewakoofiyaan, Dum Laga Ke Haisha, Bareilly Ki Barfi, Badhaai Ho, Andhadhun, Article 15, Gulabo Sitabo, Chandigarh Kare Aashiqui </em>and&nbsp;<em>An Action Hero</em> among others.</p>

<p>Before venturing into the world of acting, he participated in <em>MTV Roadies</em> and even won the show.&nbsp;As a host, he featured in <em>India's Got Talent</em> and <em>Music Ka Maha Muqqabla</em>.</p>


Bollywood actor Ayushmann Khurrana took some time off of his busy schedule to witness the historic 75th Independence Day parade at Kartavya Path (formerly called Rajpath) in New Delhi.

Bollywood actor Ayushmann Khurrana took some time off of his busy schedule to witness the historic 75th Independence Day parade at Kartavya Path (formerly called Rajpath) in New Delhi. Sharing photos from the stand, the actor penned a heart-touching note and shared how he used to watch the parade with his entire family on Doordarshan when he was a child. The caption of his Instagram post read, "Honoured to witness the Republic Day Parade on the occasion of India’s 75th Republic Day. Took me back to my childhood days when I used to religiously watch this on Doordarshan every year with my entire family! Feeling incredibly nostalgic. Jai Hind!" Check it out below! View this post on Instagram A post shared by Ayushmann Khurrana (@ayushmannk) The Republic Day parade, which is a symbol of national pride, commenced with President Droupadi Murmu taking the salute. Emmanuel Macron, the President of France, visited India as the Chief Guest for the 75th Republic Day celebrations. The parade was women-centric this year and was aimed at highlight the roles played by women in various sectors. Also read: Bhavatharini, daughter of Ilaiyaraaja, passes away in Sri Lanka after her battle with cancer For those unaware, the first parade was held in 1950, and it has been held every year since. It is a symbol of a diverse but united India. On the professional front, Ayushmann was last seen in Dream Girl 2. The actor is currently expected to undergo extensive cricket training for the Sourav Ganguly biopic. He made his acting debut in 2012 with Vicky Donor as Vicky Arora. Later, he featured in films like Bewakoofiyaan, Dum Laga Ke Haisha, Bareilly Ki Barfi, Badhaai Ho, Andhadhun, Article 15, Gulabo Sitabo, Chandigarh Kare Aashiqui and An Action Hero among others. Before venturing into the world of acting, he participated in MTV Roadies and even won the show. As a host, he featured in India's Got Talent and Music Ka Maha Muqqabla.

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Ayushmann Khurrana shares photos as he witnesses historic 75th Republic Day parade