Republic Day: Indian Army showcases four-legged warriors in a historic first

IANS | January 26, 2026 11:18 AM

New Delhi, Jan 26 (IANS) India witnessed a rare spectacle on its 77th Republic Day when a specially curated animal contingent of the Indian Army's Remount and Veterinary Corps (RVC) marched down Kartavya Path, underscoring the indispensable role animals play in defending the country's most demanding frontiers.

R-Day provides opportunity to express gratitude to immortal heroes: Army chief

IANS | January 26, 2026 8:53 AM

New Delhi, Jan 26 (IANS) Indian Army chief General Upendra Dwivedi extended heartfelt greetings to the countrymen on the 77th Republic Day, stating that the occasion provides people with the opportunity to express gratitude to the immortal heroes who made the supreme sacrifice and displayed unparalleled bravery on the line of duty.

Dharmendra, Achuthanandan, Harmanpreet, Akash missile developer among 2026 Padma awardees (Lead)

IANS | January 25, 2026 7:55 PM

New Delhi, Jan 25 (IANS) Veteran actor Dharmendra and Left stalwart and former Kerala Chief Minister V.S. Achuthanandan have been awarded the Padma Vibhushan posthumously on the occasion of the Republic Day 2026, late JMM founder and former Jharkhand Chief Minister Shibu Soren, singer Alka Yagnik, and Malayalam superstar Mammotty the Padma Bhushan, and sportspersons Harmanpreet Kaur, Rohit Sharma, and Savita Punia the Padma Shri.