India is celebrating its 75th Republic Day today. The day commemorates the adoption of the Indian Constitution in 1950. The 75th Republic Day, is being celebrated with a focus on the themes of 'Nari Shakti' (women empowerment) and 'Viksit Bharat' (Developed India). A remarkable departure this year is the musical prelude led by 100 women playing traditional instruments like the 'Sankh,' 'Nadaswaram,' and 'Nagada,' marking a historic moment as they lead the parade.

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<p>India is gearing up for its 75th Republic Day, with a focus on the themes of 'Nari Shakti' (women empowerment) and 'Viksit Bharat' (Developed India). A remarkable departure this year is the musical prelude led by 100 women playing traditional instruments like the 'Shankh,' 'Nadaswaram,' and 'Nagada,' marking a historic moment as they lead the parade.</p>

<p>The 2024 Republic Day parade will witness an all-women tri-service contingent marching down the Kartavya Path, showcasing the diverse roles women play in India's armed forces. Additionally, approximately 15 women pilots from the Indian Air Force will participate in the fly-past, symbolising the strength and prowess of 'Nari Shakti' in the skies.</p>

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<h2><strong>Women-centric central armed police forces contingents</strong></h2>

<p>Breaking gender norms further, the contingent&nbsp;of the Central Armed Police Forces (CAPF) will consist solely of women personnel, making a bold statement about the integral role women play in maintaining national security.</p>

<p>This year's Republic Day parade will feature 26 tableaux, each highlighting the theme of women's empowerment. The Manipur tableau, for instance, showcases women delicately working with lotus stems, while riding boats symbolising their resilience. Another standout is the tableau from Odisha, which focuses on women's active participation in the handicrafts and handloom sectors.</p>

<p>Madhya Pradesh's tableau stands out by featuring Avani Chaturvedi, the Indian Air Force's first woman fighter pilot. This display not only recognises the accomplishments of women in the armed forces but also emphasises the state's commitment to integrating women into the development process through various welfare schemes.</p>

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<p>The Republic Day parade is scheduled to commence at 10:30 am, with Prime Minister Narendra Modi leading the nation in paying tributes to fallen heroes at the National War Memorial. A significant revival is the tradition of the President and her French counterpart arriving in a 'traditional buggy' after a 40-year hiatus. The ceremony will proceed with the unfurling of the national flag and a 21-gun salute using indigenous 105-mm Indian field guns.</p>

<p><em>(With inputs from agencies)</em></p>


India is gearing up for its 75th Republic Day, with a focus on the themes of 'Nari Shakti' (women empowerment) and 'Viksit Bharat' (Developed India). A remarkable departure this year is the musical prelude led by 100 women playing traditional instruments like the 'Shankh,' 'Nadaswaram,' and 'Nagada,' marking a historic moment as they lead the parade.

India is gearing up for its 75th Republic Day, with a focus on the themes of 'Nari Shakti' (women empowerment) and 'Viksit Bharat' (Developed India). A remarkable departure this year is the musical prelude led by 100 women playing traditional instruments like the 'Shankh,' 'Nadaswaram,' and 'Nagada,' marking a historic moment as they lead the parade. The 2024 Republic Day parade will witness an all-women tri-service contingent marching down the Kartavya Path, showcasing the diverse roles women play in India's armed forces. Additionally, approximately 15 women pilots from the Indian Air Force will participate in the fly-past, symbolising the strength and prowess of 'Nari Shakti' in the skies. Also read | France will welcome 30,000 Indian students by 2030, President Macron announces Women-centric central armed police forces contingents Breaking gender norms further, the contingent of the Central Armed Police Forces (CAPF) will consist solely of women personnel, making a bold statement about the integral role women play in maintaining national security. This year's Republic Day parade will feature 26 tableaux, each highlighting the theme of women's empowerment. The Manipur tableau, for instance, showcases women delicately working with lotus stems, while riding boats symbolising their resilience. Another standout is the tableau from Odisha, which focuses on women's active participation in the handicrafts and handloom sectors. Madhya Pradesh's tableau stands out by featuring Avani Chaturvedi, the Indian Air Force's first woman fighter pilot. This display not only recognises the accomplishments of women in the armed forces but also emphasises the state's commitment to integrating women into the development process through various welfare schemes. Also watch | India's 75th Republic Day: Jammu & Kashmir gears up for the celebration The Republic Day parade is scheduled to commence at 10:30 am, with Prime Minister Narendra Modi leading the nation in paying tributes to fallen heroes at the National War Memorial. A significant revival is the tradition of the President and her French counterpart arriving in a 'traditional buggy' after a 40-year hiatus. The ceremony will proceed with the unfurling of the national flag and a 21-gun salute using indigenous 105-mm Indian field guns. (With inputs from agencies)

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<p>Maldivian President Mohamed Muizzu on Friday (January 26)&nbsp;extended Republic Day greetings to Indian President Droupadi Murmu and Prime Minister Narendra Modi amid the ongoing diplomatic tensions between the two countries. This gesture comes in the wake of a recent diplomatic row triggered by derogatory comments made by Maldivian Deputy Minister Mariyam Shiuna about India and Prime Minister Narendra Modi.</p>

<p>Muizzu, in separate messages to President Murmu and PM Modi, conveyed his "heartfelt felicitations" on the occasion of the 75th Republic Day of India. The statement highlighted the centuries-old bond between the Maldives and India, characterised by mutual respect.&nbsp;</p>

<p>"President Dr Muizzu conveyed good wishes from the Government and the people of the Maldives to the Government and the people of India. He underscored the Maldives-India bond nurtured by centuries of friendship, mutual respect, and a deep sense of kinship. The President expressed hope for continued peace, progress, and prosperity for the Government and people of India for years to come," the Maldives government press release said.&nbsp;</p>

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<p>The wishes by Muizzu comes after a series of events that soured relations between India and the Maldives.</p>

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<p>The derogatory comments made by Mariyam Shiuna, the Deputy Minister at the Maldives Ministry of Youth Empowerment, Information, and Art,&nbsp;led to India officially raising&nbsp;concerns with Male. The incident&nbsp;sparked&nbsp;a diplomatic row between the neighbouring countries.</p>

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<p>Later, President Muizzu, who had recently returned from a five-day trip to China, took a veiled swipe at India, stating, "We may be small, but that doesn’t give you the license to bully us."</p>

<p>He also asserted that the Indian Ocean does not belong to any particular country and said that the Maldives is not in anyone's backyard.</p>

<p>Despite the tensions and exchange of words, President Muizzu's Republic Day greetings appear to be an attempt to mend diplomatic relations and reaffirm the longstanding ties between the Maldives and India. But it remains to be seen whether it signals a willingness from the Maldives to de-escalate tensions with its neighbouring nation.</p>

<p><em>(With inputs from agencies)</em></p>


Maldivian President Mohamed Muizzu on Friday (January 26) extended Republic Day greetings to Indian President Droupadi Murmu and Prime Minister Narendra Modi amid the ongoing diplomatic tensions between the two countries.

Maldivian President Mohamed Muizzu on Friday (January 26) extended Republic Day greetings to Indian President Droupadi Murmu and Prime Minister Narendra Modi amid the ongoing diplomatic tensions between the two countries. This gesture comes in the wake of a recent diplomatic row triggered by derogatory comments made by Maldivian Deputy Minister Mariyam Shiuna about India and Prime Minister Narendra Modi. Muizzu, in separate messages to President Murmu and PM Modi, conveyed his "heartfelt felicitations" on the occasion of the 75th Republic Day of India. The statement highlighted the centuries-old bond between the Maldives and India, characterised by mutual respect. "President Dr Muizzu conveyed good wishes from the Government and the people of the Maldives to the Government and the people of India. He underscored the Maldives-India bond nurtured by centuries of friendship, mutual respect, and a deep sense of kinship. The President expressed hope for continued peace, progress, and prosperity for the Government and people of India for years to come," the Maldives government press release said. Also Read | American transgender swimmer taking legal action against World Aquatics to compete again: Report The wishes by Muizzu comes after a series of events that soured relations between India and the Maldives. Also Read | Colombia declares disaster, calls for international help due to raging wildfires across the country The derogatory comments made by Mariyam Shiuna, the Deputy Minister at the Maldives Ministry of Youth Empowerment, Information, and Art, led to India officially raising concerns with Male. The incident sparked a diplomatic row between the neighbouring countries. Watch | Republic Day Parade 2024: India showcases all-women Tri-service contingent at Kartavya Path × Later, President Muizzu, who had recently returned from a five-day trip to China, took a veiled swipe at India, stating, "We may be small, but that doesn’t give you the license to bully us." He also asserted that the Indian Ocean does not belong to any particular country and said that the Maldives is not in anyone's backyard. Despite the tensions and exchange of words, President Muizzu's Republic Day greetings appear to be an attempt to mend diplomatic relations and reaffirm the longstanding ties between the Maldives and India. But it remains to be seen whether it signals a willingness from the Maldives to de-escalate tensions with its neighbouring nation. (With inputs from agencies)

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