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Security agencies in Delhi and across sensitive locations stepped up arrangements ahead of Republic Day 2026 after intelligence inputs flagged a possible coordinated attack, referred to as “26-26”. Authorities increased deployment at transport hubs and key public spaces, circulated posters of wanted suspects, and reinforced standard operating procedures for high-footfall events.
India celebrated its 77th Republic Day with a grand parade in New Delhi, marked by military displays, cultural tableaux and high-profile attendance from European Union leaders Ursula von der Leyen and Antonio Costa.
India celebrated its 77th Republic Day on 26 January 2026 with a high-security parade on Kartavya Path, spotlighting military strength, cultural diversity and indigenous capability. Top European Union leaders joined the ceremony, underscoring expanding diplomatic engagement.
India celebrated its 77th Republic Day on 26 January 2026 with a high-security parade on Kartavya Path in New Delhi, showcasing military hardware, cultural tableaux and a flypast, with European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen and European Council President Antonio Costa attending as chief guests.
India celebrated its 77th Republic Day on Monday, January 26, 2026, with a large parade on Kartavya Path in New Delhi that combined military displays, cultural performances and a high-security national spectacle. Foreign dignitaries, including European Council President Antonio Costa and European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen, attended the event alongside India’s top leadership.
India marked its 77th Republic Day on 26 January 2026 with a major parade on Kartavya Path in New Delhi, blending military displays with cultural tableaux. European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen and European Council President António Costa attended as chief guests, underscoring growing EU-India engagement.
India celebrated its 77th Republic Day on Monday, January 26, 2026, with a grand parade at Kartavya Path in New Delhi. The ceremony spotlighted 150 years of the national song ‘Vande Mataram’, alongside military displays, cultural performances and tableaux highlighting states and ministries. European Union leaders attended as chief guests, underscoring New Delhi’s expanding global engagement.
India celebrated its 77th Republic Day on Monday (January 26, 2026) with a ceremonial parade at Kartavya Path in New Delhi, led by President Droupadi Murmu. European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen and European Council President Antonio Costa attended as chief guests, giving the day added diplomatic weight ahead of India–EU summit talks.
India’s Republic Day honours list for 2026 includes the Ashoka Chakra for Group Captain Shubhanshu Shukla, cited for a landmark spaceflight achievement, alongside dozens of other awards announced ahead of the January 26 celebrations.
In his January 25 Mann Ki Baat address, Prime Minister Narendra Modi urged young Indians to register as voters as soon as they turn 18, calling it a constitutional responsibility that strengthens democracy ahead of Republic Day.
India unveiled the Padma Awards 2026 list on 25 January, approving 131 civilian honours across Padma Vibhushan, Padma Bhushan and Padma Shri. Alongside widely known public figures, the list also highlights dozens of lesser-known contributors—community workers, healthcare innovators and cultural custodians—picked for impact on the ground.
The Government of India has announced the Padma Awards 2026 on the eve of the 77th Republic Day, with the President approving 131 honours across Padma Vibhushan, Padma Bhushan and Padma Shri. The list includes multiple posthumous awards, a significant presence of women awardees, and a stated focus on recognising grassroots contributors.