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India’s 77th Republic Day parade on 26 January in New Delhi is set to spotlight indigenous and frontline military platforms, with the Army planning a phased “battle array” presentation featuring tanks, missiles, artillery, drones and helicopter flypasts. The display underlines the push for self-reliance in defence and a broadened line-up of formations on Kartavya Path.
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India’s weather is set for another active spell from 26 January as a western disturbance approaches, with the IMD warning of rain and snowfall in the Himalayas and thunderstorms, hail and gusty winds spreading into adjoining plains. Dense fog and cold-wave conditions may persist in isolated pockets through 26 January, potentially affecting travel on Republic Day.
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India announced the Padma Awards 2026 on the eve of Republic Day, with the President approving 131 honours across Padma Vibhushan, Padma Bhushan and Padma Shri. The list spans arts, public affairs, industry, literature, medicine and sport, and includes women awardees, overseas recipients and posthumous honours.
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A light earthquake measuring 3.6 struck Mandi town in Himachal Pradesh on Saturday afternoon, with tremors felt locally but no immediate reports of damage or casualties. Seismology officials said the quake was shallow and shared key coordinates and depth details via an official update.
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A new western disturbance is set to bring a fresh spell of unsettled weather across north, northwest and parts of central India from January 26, with the India Meteorological Department warning of rain and snowfall in the western Himalayas, hailstorms in pockets, thunderstorms and strong winds. The system is expected to peak around January 27–28, while fog and cold-wave conditions persist in some regions through January 26. Authorities have advised travellers and commuters to stay alert as visibility, roads and transport links could be affected.
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India announced the Padma Awards 2026 on the eve of Republic Day, with 131 recipients spanning arts, public affairs, medicine, education, social work and more. The list again spotlights grassroots contributors alongside nationally known names, as the country’s top civilian honours return to the public eye during the Republic Day week.
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On National Voters’ Day (25 January), Prime Minister Narendra Modi urged eligible youth to register as voters and called voting a core civic duty. The appeal comes a day before Republic Day events, with security stepped up in parts of Delhi and election-themed messaging dominating the national conversation.
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Ahead of Republic Day, the Padma Awards 2026 list has again highlighted work rooted in public service—ranging from grassroots literacy to life-saving neonatal care—alongside recognisable names from culture and public life.
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On National Voters’ Day (25 January), Prime Minister Narendra Modi greeted citizens and renewed his appeal for consistent participation in elections, describing voting as both a constitutional privilege and a duty that strengthens India’s democratic foundations and the push towards a ‘Viksit Bharat’.
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The India Meteorological Department has issued multi-state alerts as a western disturbance is set to bring heavy snowfall, hailstorms, thunderstorms and widespread rainfall across large parts of north, northwest and central India from 26 January, with impacts peaking around 27 January.
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In the 130th episode of Mann Ki Baat, aired on January 25, 2026, Prime Minister Narendra Modi urged young Indians to register as voters as soon as they turn 18, linking the message to National Voters’ Day and the Republic Day week. He framed voting as both a milestone in life and a constitutional responsibility, while also highlighting India’s start-up momentum across sectors such as AI, space and semiconductors.
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A fresh spell of heavy snowfall has brought Manali to a standstill, with key highway stretches blocked by deep snow and black ice. Hundreds of tourists were left stuck for hours—many overnight—while some trekked long distances with luggage as crews worked to restore movement.