Badruddin Tyabji, the grandson of freedom fighter and third Congress President by the same name, was entrusted with arrangements for the inaugural Republic Day celebrations in 1950

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Delhiites who have grown up watching Dilli Ki Jhanki, during R-day Parade will miss it this year as the panel tasked with approving the tableaux of various states and UTs disapproved of the Capital’s proposal

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With the aim of promoting gender equality and empowering women, the Delhi Police’s marching contingent will exclusively feature female personnel this year. Notably, 80 percent of the participants from the force in the 75th Republic Day parade are hailing from the northeastern states

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The Republic Day parade was a unique mix of India’s cultural diversity, depicting the country’s growing indigenous capabilities, Nari Shakti and emergence of a ‘New India’

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Spectators and commuters, including those working in the offices at the SCOPE Complex, CGO Complex and adjoining areas, are advised to use public transport on Monday and Tuesday as the Jawaharlal Nehru Stadium has its own metro station on the Delhi Metro’s Violet Line

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The police have also urged people to stay vigilant and inform them about anything suspicious.

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A PIL before the Delhi High Court on Wednesday alleged illegal transportation of camels from Rajasthan to the national capital for demonstration in the Republic Day event   The petition alleged that guidelines for carrying and moving the animals were not complied with. The matter came up for hearing before a bench comprising Chief Justice […]

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Grandest flypast, 500 artists portraying unsung heroes of the freedom struggle, Subhash Bose’s birth anniversary: this time Rajpath will feature Indian achievements in unique ways.   The Central Vista has been redeveloped, giving Rajpath a whole new look. and is all set to be groomed in the next few days for full dress rehearsal, sources […]

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