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Rahul denounces violence, demands withdrawal of farm laws
Hundreds of protesting farmers reached the iconic Red Fort in the national capital as the 'Kisan Gantantra parade' turned violent at several places here. Farmers riding their tractors and bikes arrived at the Red Fort with the Indian National flag in their hands.
Republic Day 2021: India displays military might, cultural diversity at Rajpath
Representing India's strides in indigenous defence technologies, Defence Research and Development Organisation (DRDO) contingent this year consisted of two tableaux depicting among others Light Combat Aircraft (LCA)-Take off from INS Vikramaditya.
Watch | India's Republic-Day parade at Rajpath in 10 videos
The 72nd Republic day stamped an important phase in Indian history as many people and important things made its debut. Such as, the all-new Rafale jets were showcased for the first time to the general public at such a scale. Also new was the fact Bhawana Kanth, who was a part of one of the tableau's in the event, got to be one of the first female fighter pilots of India.
India's 72nd Republic Day
A day ahead of the next round of talks with the Union government, thousands of farmers organised a 'tractor march', describing the event as a "rehearsal" for a similar roadshow proposed to take place on Republic Day to show their displeasure with three new central farm laws. The Farmer's Protest has touched a chord with people across the nation.
India celebrates 72nd Republic Day, President Ram Nath Kovind unfurls flag at Rajpath
The 21-gun salute was presented by the Ceremonial Battery of 223 Field Regiment that was commanded by Lieutenant Colonel Jitender Singh Mehta. Kovind, escorted by 46 President's Bodyguards raised in 1773 -- on magnificent Bay and Dark Bay coloured mounts, was welcomed by Prime Minister Narendra Modi, who wore a traditional 'kurta-pajama' and sported a special turban from Jamnagar in Gujarat.
Tractor Rally Updates: Tractor rally in Rajasthan peaceful, leaders condemn violence in Delhi
Thousands of farmers marched into the national capital on foot and while riding tractors, even as paramilitary forces and Delhi Police personnel kept a wary eye on the evolving situation. A senior police officer said that farmers began their rally before the scheduled time between 12 pm and 5 pm once the "official" Republic Day celebrations was over.
Republic Day 2021: PM Narendra Modi leads nation in paying tributes to martyrs at National War Memorial
The Guard Commander gave salute while bugles sounded the 'Last Post'. The officers in uniform saluted and others were stood in "attention". After the 'Last Post', a two-minute silence was observed. The buglers sounded the 'Rouse' and the Guard Commander ordered "Salami Shastra" Salute with arms, to mark the completion of the two-minute silence.
Republic Day 2021: ITBP march with tricolour at 17,000 feet
The ITBP personnel, including men and women, celebrated the event as the temperature recorded minus 25 degrees Celsius. Also referred to as the ITBP 'Himveers', the personnel raised a full-throated cry: "Bharat Mata Ki Jai" and "Vande Matram".
Covid-19 Update: With 9,102, India records lowest corona spike in 7 months
For the past 19 days, the country has been recording less than 20,000 daily new infections. Also, the death toll remained below 300-mark for the past 29 days. On January 19, India had reported 10,064 new coronavirus infections, and 9,633 cases on June 3 last year. The Ministry of Health and Family Welfare on Tuesday said there were 117 fresh deaths taking the overall toll to 1,53,587.
Troops of India, China clashed in Naku La area of Sikkim on January 20: Indian Army
The clash in Sikkim comes as a surprise as the People's Liberation Army (PLA) is aggressively targeting new areas like Naku La which has not been counted in 23 disputed and sensitive areas for the year that report clashes or face-offs along the Line of Actual Control (LAC).
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