The Indo-Tibetan Border Police (ITBP) won the best marching contingent among all paramilitary and auxiliary forces that marched down the majestic Rajpath during Republic Day celebrations.

The ITBP force guarding the 3,448 km India-China frontier, made a return to the national event after a gap of two years.

The 148-member squad was led by Assistant Commandant Akshay Deshmukh.

The contingent represented all formations of the Force comprising members from almost all Units of the Force.&nbsp;

&ldquo;It was a matter of pride for us as our contingent was adjudged as the best marching contingent in this year&rsquo;s Republic Day parade,&rdquo; ITBP spokesperson Vivek Pandey said.&nbsp;

The ITBP had previously won the best contingent trophy in 1998, 1999, 2000, 2004 and 2011.

The contingent credited 12 to 14 hours of rigorous practice, up to 19 km every day route march, special yoga and meditation for the last two months for the achievement.

The trophy will be handed over to the force by Defence Minister Nirmala Sitharaman.

The ITBP renders various duties in the internal security domain, including anti-Naxal operations.

The 148-member squad was led by Assistant Commandant Akshay Deshmukh

The Indo-Tibetan Border Police (ITBP) won the best marching contingent among all paramilitary and auxiliary forces that marched down the majestic Rajpath during Republic Day celebrations. The ITBP force guarding the 3,448 km India-China frontier, made a return to the national event after a gap of two years. The 148-member squad was led by Assistant Commandant Akshay Deshmukh. The contingent represented all formations of the Force comprising members from almost all Units of the Force. “It was a matter of pride for us as our contingent was adjudged as the best marching contingent in this year’s Republic Day parade,” ITBP spokesperson Vivek Pandey said. The ITBP had previously won the best contingent trophy in 1998, 1999, 2000, 2004 and 2011. The contingent credited 12 to 14 hours of rigorous practice, up to 19 km every day route march, special yoga and meditation for the last two months for the achievement. The trophy will be handed over to the force by Defence Minister Nirmala Sitharaman. The ITBP renders various duties in the internal security domain, including anti-Naxal operations.

Republic Day: ITPB bags best marching contingent award for 6th time

The Indian community in the US displayed India&#39;s rich cultural diversity through organising dance, drama and music performances across the country over the weekend to celebrate 69th Republic Day.

From a small township in mid-West or down South to megacities of New York, Los Angeles, Chicago and Washington, Republic Day celebrations were organised by Indian community activists and organisations.

Proclamations issued by governors and mayors to mark the occasions were read at these events attended by several government officials.

Asserting that Indian Americans play a key role in strengthening India-US relationship, government officials pledged to work in their capacities to further enhance ties between the largest and oldest democracies of the world.

&quot;Our strong ties are evident from the India-headquartered companies doing business in Maryland including Tata and Infosys, said the Maryland Lt Governor Boyd K Rutherford in his address to Republic Day of India Banquet hosted by the National Council of Asian Indian Associations.

Listing out the name of other Indian companies in Maryland and their expansion, Rutherford said these companies create a large number of employment opportunities in the US.

A proclamation issued by Maryland Governor Larry Hogan was presented to the organisers.

New York Governor Andrew M Cuomo said Indian Americans are a &quot;treasures component&quot; of his State&#39;s vast mosaic of culture.

Virginia Governor Ralph Northam said, &quot;Republic Day gives us an opportunity to celebrate Virginia&#39;s thousands of Indian Americans, whose abilities and contributions strengthen Virginia&#39;s economy, enrich Virginia&#39;s diverse culture and invigorate Virginia?s economy.&quot;

&quot;Indian Americans continue to make significant and lasting civic, cultural and economic contributions to our nation and this region,? Maryland Secretary of State John C Wobensmith said addressing a gathering at a Republic Day Celebrations organised by Indian American Community Organisations of the Greater Washington Metro Region and National Council of Asian Indian Associations.

Attended by a large number of people in the affluent Potomac suburb of Washington DC, Indian Americans celebrated the Republic Day around the theme of women empowerment.

The Federation of Indian Associations (FIA) of the tristate (New York, New Jersey and Connecticut), celebrated the Republic Day with its annual dance competition, &quot;Dance Pe Chance&quot;, at the prestigious State Theatre in New Brunswick, New Jersey.

FIA has been celebrating Republic Day for over 40 years now, meticulously promoting the opulent culture and various dance styles of India.

Indian Ambassador to the US Navtej Sarna in his messages to all these celebrations said the Indian diaspora by remaining committed and engaged at all levels has given great depth and resilience to India-US relationship.

From a small township in mid-West or down South to megacities of New York, Los Angeles, Chicago and Washington, Republic Day celebrations were organised by Indian community activists and organisations

The Indian community in the US displayed India's rich cultural diversity through organising dance, drama and music performances across the country over the weekend to celebrate 69th Republic Day. From a small township in mid-West or down South to megacities of New York, Los Angeles, Chicago and Washington, Republic Day celebrations were organised by Indian community activists and organisations. Proclamations issued by governors and mayors to mark the occasions were read at these events attended by several government officials. Asserting that Indian Americans play a key role in strengthening India-US relationship, government officials pledged to work in their capacities to further enhance ties between the largest and oldest democracies of the world. "Our strong ties are evident from the India-headquartered companies doing business in Maryland including Tata and Infosys, said the Maryland Lt Governor Boyd K Rutherford in his address to Republic Day of India Banquet hosted by the National Council of Asian Indian Associations. Listing out the name of other Indian companies in Maryland and their expansion, Rutherford said these companies create a large number of employment opportunities in the US. A proclamation issued by Maryland Governor Larry Hogan was presented to the organisers. New York Governor Andrew M Cuomo said Indian Americans are a "treasures component" of his State's vast mosaic of culture. Virginia Governor Ralph Northam said, "Republic Day gives us an opportunity to celebrate Virginia's thousands of Indian Americans, whose abilities and contributions strengthen Virginia's economy, enrich Virginia's diverse culture and invigorate Virginia?s economy." "Indian Americans continue to make significant and lasting civic, cultural and economic contributions to our nation and this region,? Maryland Secretary of State John C Wobensmith said addressing a gathering at a Republic Day Celebrations organised by Indian American Community Organisations of the Greater Washington Metro Region and National Council of Asian Indian Associations. Attended by a large number of people in the affluent Potomac suburb of Washington DC, Indian Americans celebrated the Republic Day around the theme of women empowerment. The Federation of Indian Associations (FIA) of the tristate (New York, New Jersey and Connecticut), celebrated the Republic Day with its annual dance competition, "Dance Pe Chance", at the prestigious State Theatre in New Brunswick, New Jersey. FIA has been celebrating Republic Day for over 40 years now, meticulously promoting the opulent culture and various dance styles of India. Indian Ambassador to the US Navtej Sarna in his messages to all these celebrations said the Indian diaspora by remaining committed and engaged at all levels has given great depth and resilience to India-US relationship.

India's soft power displayed at Republic Day functions across US

The Indian community in the US displayed India&#39;s rich cultural diversity through organising dance, drama and music performances across the country over the weekend to celebrate 69th Republic Day.

From a small township in mid-West or down South to mega cities of New York, Los Angeles, Chicago and Washington, Republic Day celebrations were organised by Indian community activists and organisations.

Proclamations issued by governors and mayors to mark the occasions were read at these events attended by several government officials.

Asserting that Indian Americans play a key role in strengthening India-US relationship, government officials pledged to work in their capacities to further enhance ties between the largest and oldest democracies of the world.

&quot;Our strong ties are evident from the India-headquartered companies doing business in Maryland including Tata and Infosys, said the Maryland Lt Governor Boyd K Rutherford in his address to Republic Day of India Banquet hosted by the National Council of Asian Indian Associations.

Listing out the name of other Indian companies in Maryland and their expansion, Rutherford said these companies create large number of employment opportunities in the US.

A proclamation issued by Maryland Governor Larry Hogan was presented to the organisers.

New York Governor Andrew M Cuomo said Indian Americans are a &quot;treasures component&quot; of his State&#39;s vast mosaic of culture.

Virginia Governor Ralph Northam said, &quot;Republic Day gives us an opportunity to celebrate Virginia&#39;s thousands of Indian Americans, whose abilities and contributions strengthen Virginia&#39;s economy, enrich Virginia?s diverse culture and invigorate Virginia&#39;s economy.&quot;

&quot;Indian Americans continue to make significant and lasting civic, cultural and economic contributions to our nation and this region,&nbsp;Maryland Secretary of State John C Wobensmith said addressing a gathering at a Republic Day Celebrations organised by Indian American Community Organisations of the Greater Washington Metro Region and National Council of Asian Indian Associations.

Attended by a large number of people in the affluent Potomac suburb of Washington DC, Indian Americans celebrated the Republic Day around the theme of women empowerment.

The Federation of Indian Associations (FIA) of the tristate (New York, New Jersey and Connecticut), celebrated the Republic Day with its annual dance competition, &quot;Dance Pe Chance&quot;, at the prestigious State Theatre in New Brunswick, New Jersey.

FIA has been celebrating Republic Day for over 40 years now, meticulously promoting the opulent culture and various dance styles of India.

Indian Ambassador to the US Navtej Sarna in his messages to all these celebrations said the Indian diaspora by remaining committed and engaged at all levels has given great depth and resilience to India-US relationship.

The celebrations were organised by Indian community activists and organisations

The Indian community in the US displayed India's rich cultural diversity through organising dance, drama and music performances across the country over the weekend to celebrate 69th Republic Day. From a small township in mid-West or down South to mega cities of New York, Los Angeles, Chicago and Washington, Republic Day celebrations were organised by Indian community activists and organisations. Proclamations issued by governors and mayors to mark the occasions were read at these events attended by several government officials. Asserting that Indian Americans play a key role in strengthening India-US relationship, government officials pledged to work in their capacities to further enhance ties between the largest and oldest democracies of the world. "Our strong ties are evident from the India-headquartered companies doing business in Maryland including Tata and Infosys, said the Maryland Lt Governor Boyd K Rutherford in his address to Republic Day of India Banquet hosted by the National Council of Asian Indian Associations. Listing out the name of other Indian companies in Maryland and their expansion, Rutherford said these companies create large number of employment opportunities in the US. A proclamation issued by Maryland Governor Larry Hogan was presented to the organisers. New York Governor Andrew M Cuomo said Indian Americans are a "treasures component" of his State's vast mosaic of culture. Virginia Governor Ralph Northam said, "Republic Day gives us an opportunity to celebrate Virginia's thousands of Indian Americans, whose abilities and contributions strengthen Virginia's economy, enrich Virginia?s diverse culture and invigorate Virginia's economy." "Indian Americans continue to make significant and lasting civic, cultural and economic contributions to our nation and this region, Maryland Secretary of State John C Wobensmith said addressing a gathering at a Republic Day Celebrations organised by Indian American Community Organisations of the Greater Washington Metro Region and National Council of Asian Indian Associations. Attended by a large number of people in the affluent Potomac suburb of Washington DC, Indian Americans celebrated the Republic Day around the theme of women empowerment. The Federation of Indian Associations (FIA) of the tristate (New York, New Jersey and Connecticut), celebrated the Republic Day with its annual dance competition, "Dance Pe Chance", at the prestigious State Theatre in New Brunswick, New Jersey. FIA has been celebrating Republic Day for over 40 years now, meticulously promoting the opulent culture and various dance styles of India. Indian Ambassador to the US Navtej Sarna in his messages to all these celebrations said the Indian diaspora by remaining committed and engaged at all levels has given great depth and resilience to India-US relationship.

India's soft power displayed at R-Day functions across US

Beating the Retreat ceremony will be held today at Vijay Chowk in Delhi marking an end to the Republic Day celebrations in the country.

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The Republic Day is a three-day celebration and is concluded with a beating retreat on the third day.&nbsp;

The Beating Retreat ends with a song &quot;Abide by Me&quot;, which is said to one of the favourites of &#39;Bapu&quot;.&nbsp;

The Republic Day is a three-day celebration and is concluded with a beating retreat on the third day

Beating the Retreat ceremony will be held today at Vijay Chowk in Delhi marking an end to the Republic Day celebrations in the country. Beating the Retreat ceremony to take place at Delhi's Vijay Chowk later today. (File Pic) pic.twitter.com/G1Ub2HIF5Q — ANI (@ANI) January 29, 2018 × The Republic Day is a three-day celebration and is concluded with a beating retreat on the third day. The Beating Retreat ends with a song "Abide by Me", which is said to one of the favourites of 'Bapu".

Republic Day celebrations to end with Beating retreat at Delhi today

It&#39;s usually tough for small-budget movies to make a mark on the box-office unless backed with a great script that connects with the audience. But this week it gets tougher for small releases as big budget films &quot;Padmaavat&quot;&nbsp;and &quot;PadMan&quot;&nbsp;are scheduled to release on January 25.&nbsp;

Releasing today are three Hindi films -- &quot;Vodka Diaries&quot;, &quot;Nirdosh&quot;&nbsp;and &quot;My Birthday Song&quot; which will just have a week to rake in moolah before&nbsp;&quot;Padmaavat&quot;&nbsp;and &quot;PadMan&quot; take centre stage in theatres worldwide.&nbsp;

For those who want to watch a movie this week, this is what Bollywood offers:&nbsp;

&quot;Vodka Diaries&quot;&nbsp;with an interesting<a href="http://www.wionews.com/india-news/entertainment-watch-vodka-diaries-teaser-out-kay-kay-menon-plays-detective-in-psychological-mystery-27396" target="_blank"> promo </a>and stellar actors Kay Kay Menon, Raima Sen and Mandira Bedi might turn out to be a good bet.

&quot;Nirdosh&quot;, on the other hand, has Arbaaz Khan on screen with Manjari Fadnis, Ashmit Patel, Mahek Chahal and Mukul Dev&nbsp;in a thriller.

&quot;My Birthday Song&quot;&nbsp;sees Sanjay Suri and co. directed by Sameer Soni. The film is a psychological thriller and is aimed for niche audience at urban multiplexes.&nbsp;

The small-budget movies have lost on publicity and marketing as 'Padmaavat' and 'PadMan' releasing next weekend have hogged the limelight completely

It's usually tough for small-budget movies to make a mark on the box-office unless backed with a great script that connects with the audience. But this week it gets tougher for small releases as big budget films "Padmaavat" and "PadMan" are scheduled to release on January 25. Releasing today are three Hindi films -- "Vodka Diaries", "Nirdosh" and "My Birthday Song" which will just have a week to rake in moolah before "Padmaavat" and "PadMan" take centre stage in theatres worldwide. For those who want to watch a movie this week, this is what Bollywood offers: "Vodka Diaries" with an interesting promo and stellar actors Kay Kay Menon, Raima Sen and Mandira Bedi might turn out to be a good bet. "Nirdosh", on the other hand, has Arbaaz Khan on screen with Manjari Fadnis, Ashmit Patel, Mahek Chahal and Mukul Dev in a thriller. "My Birthday Song" sees Sanjay Suri and co. directed by Sameer Soni. The film is a psychological thriller and is aimed for niche audience at urban multiplexes.

Box office releases this week: 'Vodka Diaries', 'My Birthday Song' and 'Nirdosh'

Security agencies have flashed an alert after an SUV with a &quot;JK&quot; numberplate belonging to the CRPF was stolen from outside a camp of the force late last month, official sources said.

The alert, warning against misuse by terrorists ahead of Republic Day celebrations on January 26, has been issued by multiple agencies, including the Delhi Police, the CRPF and central agencies.

Official sources said a white Sumo Victa of the Central Reserve Police Force was stolen from outside a camp of the force in R K Puram area on the intervening night of December 29-30.

The official number plate of the stolen four-wheeler is &#39;JK 02A W5441&#39;, they said.

The vehicle, with a &#39;Police&#39; sticker, was stolen by at least three people that night, sources said, referring to CCTV footage of the incident.

The alert issued by security agencies, especially to agencies and forces based in Kashmir, said the vehicle could be misused for a possible sabotage attack or fidayeen raid.

Intelligence inputs have already stated that &quot;militants can use a vehicle laden with explosives to attack a camp (of security forces/agencies) in the run-up to Republic Day celebrations...&quot;, it said.

The CRPF, too, issued an alert and asked all its units in Jammu and Kashmir and north India to be on the heightened vigil and take extra precautionary measures.

&quot;No unidentified vehicle should be allowed to enter in the camp without proper identification and anti-sabotage checks,&quot; stated the alert, issued by the CRPF headquarters in Delhi and accessed by PTI.

The force has asked all its unit commanders to share the message with the &quot;last man on the ground&quot; so that the possible misuse of the stolen vehicle does not impact their security.

It also asked all its units in the country to &quot;review&quot; and fortify camp security.

The threat of the stolen vehicle has been escalated to the level of &quot;high alert&quot; in the wake of the recent attack on the CRPF camp in Pulwama, sources said.

The alert, warning against misuse by terrorists ahead of Republic Day celebrations on January 26, has been issued by multiple agencies, including the Delhi Police, the CRPF and central agencies

Security agencies have flashed an alert after an SUV with a "JK" numberplate belonging to the CRPF was stolen from outside a camp of the force late last month, official sources said. The alert, warning against misuse by terrorists ahead of Republic Day celebrations on January 26, has been issued by multiple agencies, including the Delhi Police, the CRPF and central agencies. Official sources said a white Sumo Victa of the Central Reserve Police Force was stolen from outside a camp of the force in R K Puram area on the intervening night of December 29-30. The official number plate of the stolen four-wheeler is 'JK 02A W5441', they said. The vehicle, with a 'Police' sticker, was stolen by at least three people that night, sources said, referring to CCTV footage of the incident. The alert issued by security agencies, especially to agencies and forces based in Kashmir, said the vehicle could be misused for a possible sabotage attack or fidayeen raid. Intelligence inputs have already stated that "militants can use a vehicle laden with explosives to attack a camp (of security forces/agencies) in the run-up to Republic Day celebrations...", it said. The CRPF, too, issued an alert and asked all its units in Jammu and Kashmir and north India to be on the heightened vigil and take extra precautionary measures. "No unidentified vehicle should be allowed to enter in the camp without proper identification and anti-sabotage checks," stated the alert, issued by the CRPF headquarters in Delhi and accessed by PTI. The force has asked all its unit commanders to share the message with the "last man on the ground" so that the possible misuse of the stolen vehicle does not impact their security. It also asked all its units in the country to "review" and fortify camp security. The threat of the stolen vehicle has been escalated to the level of "high alert" in the wake of the recent attack on the CRPF camp in Pulwama, sources said.

CRPF SUV with Jammu and Kashmir licence plate stolen, triggers security alert

Addressing the nation through the last &quot;Maan ki Baat&quot;&nbsp;episode of 2017, Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Sunday informed that this year&#39;s Republic Day will be celebrated with leaders of all ten ASEAN countries coming to India as chief guests.

The prime minister said that January 26, 2018, will be remembered through the ages as this is the first time in India&#39;s history when so many leaders will grace the celebrations. &nbsp;

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The ASEAN countries include Thailand, Vietnam, Indonesia, Malaysia, Philippines, Singapore, Myanmar (Burma), Cambodia, Laos and Brunei.

The year 2017 has been special for both India and ASEAN which completed 50 years since its formation in 1967. India completed 25 years of its partnership with ASEAN this year.

PM Modi, who was addressing the 39th edition of his monthly radio programme, also shared his vision for New India and stated that it is where everyone gets opportunities to flourish and where the aspirations of all are fulfilled.

The prime minister also extended his greetings for New Year.&nbsp;

The prime minister said this is the first time in India's history when so many leaders will grace the celebrations ?

Addressing the nation through the last "Maan ki Baat" episode of 2017, Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Sunday informed that this year's Republic Day will be celebrated with leaders of all ten ASEAN countries coming to India as chief guests. The prime minister said that January 26, 2018, will be remembered through the ages as this is the first time in India's history when so many leaders will grace the celebrations. Republic Day 2018 will be celebrated with leaders of all 10 #ASEAN countries coming to India as Chief Guests.: PM Modi #MannKiBaat — ANI (@ANI) December 31, 2017 × The ASEAN countries include Thailand, Vietnam, Indonesia, Malaysia, Philippines, Singapore, Myanmar (Burma), Cambodia, Laos and Brunei. The year 2017 has been special for both India and ASEAN which completed 50 years since its formation in 1967. India completed 25 years of its partnership with ASEAN this year. PM Modi, who was addressing the 39th edition of his monthly radio programme, also shared his vision for New India and stated that it is where everyone gets opportunities to flourish and where the aspirations of all are fulfilled. The prime minister also extended his greetings for New Year.

ASEAN countries' leaders to be chief guests on Republic Day 2018: PM Modi in 'Mann Ki Baat'

&quot;Aiyaari&quot;&nbsp;trailer is out and the first look foretells that the movie will have a fast pace to it.

The movie follows the story of two Indian Army officers, a mentor and his&nbsp;prot&eacute;g&eacute; played by Manoj Bajpayee and Sidharth Malhotra. Sidharth goes rogue when he sees corruption and bureaucracy&nbsp;eating up the very core of Army and his mentor follows him to get him back to senses.&nbsp;

Watch the trailer here:

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&quot;Aiyaari&quot;&nbsp;is directed by Neeraj Pandey and stars Sidharth Malhotra, Manoj Bajpayee, Rakul Preet Singh, Pooja Chopra, Adil Hussain, Kumud Mishra, Naseeruddin Shah &amp; Anupam Kher in important roles.&nbsp;

Earlier today, Sidharth took to Twitter to post the official <a href="http://www.wionews.com/india-news/entertainment-sidharth-malhotra-manoj-bajpai-look-menacing-as-indian-soldiers-in-aiyaari-poster-27157" target="_blank">poster</a> for the film.&nbsp;

The film is set to release on January 26, 2018.&nbsp;

The film is slated for a release on January 26

"Aiyaari" trailer is out and the first look foretells that the movie will have a fast pace to it. The movie follows the story of two Indian Army officers, a mentor and his protégé played by Manoj Bajpayee and Sidharth Malhotra. Sidharth goes rogue when he sees corruption and bureaucracy eating up the very core of Army and his mentor follows him to get him back to senses. Watch the trailer here: "Aiyaari" is directed by Neeraj Pandey and stars Sidharth Malhotra, Manoj Bajpayee, Rakul Preet Singh, Pooja Chopra, Adil Hussain, Kumud Mishra, Naseeruddin Shah & Anupam Kher in important roles. Earlier today, Sidharth took to Twitter to post the official poster for the film. The film is set to release on January 26, 2018.

Watch 'Aiyaari' trailer: Sidharth Malhotra, Manoj Bajpayee look promising as Army officers

The first poster of Sidharth Malhotra-starrer&nbsp;&quot;Aiyaari&quot;&nbsp;is out and the verdict is that it reeks of patriotism.

Sidharth took to Twitter to share the poster with his fans and wrote: &quot;#AiyaaryPoster is out now! This one is for all those who serve our nation selflessly. #Aiyaary in cinemas this #RepublicDay #VijayDiwas @neerajpofficial @BajpayeeManoj @Rakulpreet&quot;.&nbsp;

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this <a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/RepublicDay?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#RepublicDay</a> <a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/VijayDiwas?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#VijayDiwas</a> <a href="https://twitter.com/neerajpofficial?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">@neerajpofficial</a> <a href="https://twitter.com/BajpayeeManoj?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">@BajpayeeManoj</a> <a href="https://twitter.com/Rakulpreet?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">@Rakulpreet</a> <a href="https://t.co/UTYmHDYBOQ">pic.twitter.com/UTYmHDYBOQ</a>
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The poster is coloured in the Indian tricolour while the stars Sidharth Malhotra,&nbsp;Anupam Kher, Rakul Preet Singh, Naseeruddin Shah and Manoj Bajpayee in an intense look with a flair of Indian national flag all over it.

The film is directed by Neeraj Pandey and reportedly revolves around two strong-minded intelligence officers, a mentor, and a prot&eacute;g&eacute;.&nbsp;Not much has been revealed about the film.&nbsp;

It is set in Delhi, London Kashmir, among others and is set for a release&nbsp;on January 26, Indian Republic Day.&nbsp;

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The film is set to release on Indian Republic Day, January 26.

The first poster of Sidharth Malhotra-starrer "Aiyaari" is out and the verdict is that it reeks of patriotism. Sidharth took to Twitter to share the poster with his fans and wrote: "#AiyaaryPoster is out now! This one is for all those who serve our nation selflessly. #Aiyaary in cinemas this #RepublicDay #VijayDiwas @neerajpofficial @BajpayeeManoj @Rakulpreet". #AiyaaryPoster is out now! This one is for all those who serve our nation selflessly. #Aiyaary in cinemas this #RepublicDay #VijayDiwas @neerajpofficial @BajpayeeManoj @Rakulpreet pic.twitter.com/UTYmHDYBOQ — Major Jai Bakshi (@S1dharthM) December 16, 2017 × The poster is coloured in the Indian tricolour while the stars Sidharth Malhotra, Anupam Kher, Rakul Preet Singh, Naseeruddin Shah and Manoj Bajpayee in an intense look with a flair of Indian national flag all over it. The film is directed by Neeraj Pandey and reportedly revolves around two strong-minded intelligence officers, a mentor, and a protégé. Not much has been revealed about the film. It is set in Delhi, London Kashmir, among others and is set for a release on January 26, Indian Republic Day.

Sidharth Malhotra, Manoj Bajpayee look menacing as Indian soldiers in 'Aiyaari' poster

The national capital was today wrapped in an unprecedented security cover with thousands of security force personnel keeping a hawk-eye vigil to ward off any terror strike or untoward incident during India&#39;s 68th Republic Day celebrations.

Mobile hit teams, anti-aircraft guns and sharpshooters were deployed to keep a watch on the eight-kilometre-long parade route from Rajpath to Red Fort besides nearby localities.

There were intelligence inputs that terror groups may try to carry out attacks. Delhi Police was sent a special advisory informing them that terror groups might use animals to target crowded areas like important installations, railway stations, etc to create a panic.

Crown prince of Abu Dhabi Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan is the chief guest of the Republic Day celebrations.

As per earlier intelligence inputs, terror groups like LeT may be planning to use helicopter charter services and charter flights to launch attacks.

Snipers were on top of high-rise buildings while around scores of CCTV cameras kept a tight vigil on people&#39;s movements on the parade route.

Elaborate air defence measures, including the deployment of anti-aircraft guns, were also put in place to secure the air space.

Nearly 60,000 security personnel drawn from Delhi Police and central security forces have been deployed in Central Delhi. Police are also using counter-drone technology to thwart any attack or identify any suspicious flying object, a senior police officer said.

Security personnel identified vulnerable spots like crowded markets, railway stations, bus stands and other high-value establishments and efforts were made to secure them. Traffic police deployed around 1,500 personnel to manage route diversions during the parade.

Patrolling in public places was intensified and checking and frisking in the metro, railway stations and bus terminals tightened.

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Mobile hit teams, anti-aircraft guns and sharpshooters were deployed to keep a watch on the eight-km-long parade route

The national capital was today wrapped in an unprecedented security cover with thousands of security force personnel keeping a hawk-eye vigil to ward off any terror strike or untoward incident during India's 68th Republic Day celebrations. Mobile hit teams, anti-aircraft guns and sharpshooters were deployed to keep a watch on the eight-kilometre-long parade route from Rajpath to Red Fort besides nearby localities. There were intelligence inputs that terror groups may try to carry out attacks. Delhi Police was sent a special advisory informing them that terror groups might use animals to target crowded areas like important installations, railway stations, etc to create a panic. Crown prince of Abu Dhabi Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan is the chief guest of the Republic Day celebrations. As per earlier intelligence inputs, terror groups like LeT may be planning to use helicopter charter services and charter flights to launch attacks. Snipers were on top of high-rise buildings while around scores of CCTV cameras kept a tight vigil on people's movements on the parade route. Elaborate air defence measures, including the deployment of anti-aircraft guns, were also put in place to secure the air space. Nearly 60,000 security personnel drawn from Delhi Police and central security forces have been deployed in Central Delhi. Police are also using counter-drone technology to thwart any attack or identify any suspicious flying object, a senior police officer said. Security personnel identified vulnerable spots like crowded markets, railway stations, bus stands and other high-value establishments and efforts were made to secure them. Traffic police deployed around 1,500 personnel to manage route diversions during the parade. Patrolling in public places was intensified and checking and frisking in the metro, railway stations and bus terminals tightened. (PTI)

Tight security in India's capital for Republic Day celebrations

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