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Breaking News Live Updates, January 26, 2026: The 77th Republic Day celebrations are being held across the country today. Apart from the country, Indian embassies and diaspora are also celebrating the occasion abroad. European Council President António Costa and European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen are chief guests this year at Republic Day parade. Over 6,000 participants and military bands have taken part this year. The parade showcased India's full military might.
Celebrations began on Saturday evening with President Droupadi Murmu’s address to the nation at 7 pm, broadcast on Akashvani and Doordarshan in Hindi, English and regional languages. The celebrations continue today with the Republic Day parade at Kartavya Path, showcasing cultural pageantry and military strength.
A political row erupted after the BJP accused Rahul Gandhi of insulting the Northeast by not wearing an Assamese gamosa at a Republic Day reception hosted by Droupadi Murmu. Assam CM Himanta Biswa Sarma sought an apology. The Congress hit back, noting Rajnath Singh also did not wear the patka, calling the controversy a non-issue.
World leaders, including Chinese President Xi Jinping and US President Donald Trump, extended greetings to India on its 77th Republic Day. The celebrations in New Delhi showcased India’s cultural heritage and military strength, with Ursula von der Leyen and António Costa attending as chief guests. Leaders praised India’s democracy, global role and growing partnerships.
A tri-services tableau highlighting India’s military strength and joint operational capability was showcased at the Republic Day parade on Kartavya Path on Monday. Presented by the Department of Military Affairs, the tableau depicted frontline systems such as Rafale and Sukhoi jets, the S-400 air defence system and BrahMos missiles used during Operation Sindoor last May.
A Forest Department staffer briefly disrupted Maharashtra minister Girish Mahajan’s Republic Day speech in Nashik for not mentioning Dr B R Ambedkar. Madhvi Jadhav questioned the omission, was detained briefly by police, and refused to apologise. Mahajan later called it an unintentional lapse and apologised. The Congress slammed the BJP, calling the incident disrespectful to the Constitution and its makers.
Madhya Pradesh is dedicated to Lokmata Devi Ahilyabai Holkar.
Odisha’s tableau presents a compelling narrative of Atmanirbhar Bharat.
Manipur tableau presents the state’s remarkable journey of transforming indigenous, high-value agricultural produce from symbols of cultural heritage into drivers of economic growth.
Chhattisgarh's tableau, "On the Path of Duty," offered a captivating glimpse of the country's first tribal digital museum. This digital museum tableau pays tribute to the immortal tribal heroes who fought against the unjust laws of British rule and sacrificed their lives for freedom.
Bob Ferguson, Governor of the Washington (US), proclaims January 26, 2026, as Republic Day of India in Washington He encourages all residents to join in recognizing the achievements of the Indian and Indian American communities.
After march past by defence forces, now tableaus of states, Union Territories and ministries wlak past the saluting base at Kartavya Path.
The Republic Day parade also featured the Sindoor Formation. Four officers (one Group Commander and three Supernumerary Officers) and 144 airmen from the Indian Air Force participated.In sync with this marching contingent, there was a thrilling fly-past of 02 Rafales, 02 MiG-29s, 02 Su-30s and 01 Jaguar in 'Spearhead' formation, symbolising the Sindoor Formation.
Prints of Tejendra Kumar Mitra’s paintings depicting the opening stanzas of ‘Vande Mataram’ adorned the Kartavya Path backdrops. Written by Bankim Chandra Chatterjee in 1875, the song became a freedom movement rallying cry and was adopted as India’s national song in 1950. This year, the Republic Day parade celebrates the sesquicentenary of ‘Vande Mataram’ as its central theme.
61st Cavalry Contingent passes through Kartavya Path. It is led by Captain Ahaan Kumar.
During the Republic Day parade, a tableau depicting the Integrated Operational Centre used in Operation Sindoor was displayed. It showcased the details of Operation Sindoor's operations.
India's military might in full display at Kartavaya Path as parade of defence forces begin. The Prahar formation was demonstrated by the Dhruv helicopter, led by Colonel Vijay Pratap.
President Murmu honours Group Captain Shubhanshu Shukla with Ashok Chakra. Last year, he created history by becoming the first Indian to visit the International Space Station (ISS).
President Murmu arrives at Kartavya Path along with two chief guests. She will soon unfurl the National Flag and take salute of the armed forces during the parade.
Vice President CP Radhakrishnan, PM Narendra Modi arrive at the Kartavya Path for the Republiic Day President. President Murmu to arrive soon.
President Murmu leaves for Republic Day parade. She is accompanied by the two chief guests this year. President of the European Council, Antonio Costa, and the President of the European Commission, Ursula von der Leyen are chief guests this year.
PM Modi arrives at National War Memorial to pay homage to martyrs at the National War Memorial. He was received by Defence Minister Rajnath Singh and three Services chiefs
Defence Minister Rajnath Singh unfurled National Flag at his residence on occasion of India's 77th Republic Day.
Leader of the Opposition in Lok Sabha Rahul Gandhi wishes the nation on 77th Republic Day.
BJP national president Nitin Nabin unfurls the national flag at the party headquarters in Delhi.
The Delhi Police is on high alert for the Republic Day celebrations. Multi-layered security has been deployed in the national capital, involving over 30,000 personnel. In Delhi, over 10,000 police personnel have been deployed.
Tamil Nadu Governor RN Ravi takes the salute of the 77th Republic Day parade in Chennai.
Indian High Commissioner Dr Shilpak Ambule led the Indian diaspora community to celebrate the 77th Republic Day event at chancery in Singapore. Dr Ambule read the President's address and congratulated over 1,200 members of the community, who gathered for the event.
Rajasthan CM Bhajanlal Sharma unfurls the National Flag at the CM residence in Jaipur, on occasion of 77th Republic Day.
US secretary of state Marco Rubio extended wishes to India on Republic Day and spoke about Quad cooperation between the countries in defence and other areas. "On behalf of the people of the United States, I extend my heartfelt congratulations to the people of India on your Republic Day," Rubio said on Sunday.
Kartavya Path gears up for 77th Republic Day parade since early morning. Close to 6,000 defece personnel will participate at the event.
Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Monday extended wishes to the countrymen on the occasion of India's 77th Republic Day.
Security has been tightened along the India-Nepal border following specific intelligence received by the Sashastra Seema Bal (SSB) regarding possible activities by 'anti-national elements' on Republic Day.
On the eve of the 77th Republic Day, medals were announced for 75 officers and personnel of the Maharashtra Police, including 12 from the Mumbai Police. Senior officers such as Additional CPs Mahesh Patil and Rajiv Jain figure among the awardees. Separately, 31 Gallantry Medals were conferred on personnel from Gadchiroli for exceptional bravery in anti-Naxal operations.
India has conferred top peacetime gallantry awards on two Indian Air Force officers linked to its human spaceflight programme. Group Captain Shubhanshu Shukla, the first Indian to visit the International Space Station, received the Ashoka Chakra, while Group Captain Prasanth Balakrishnan Nair was awarded the Kirti Chakra, echoing a similar honour to Rakesh Sharma in 1985.
The Republic Day Parade 2026 tableaux will be showcased under two broad themes — “Svatantrata Ka Mantr – Vande Mataram” and “Samriddhi Ka Mantr – Aatmanirbhar Bharat”, marking 150 years of the national song. Of the 30 tableaux approved, 17 will represent States and Union Territories and 13 Central ministries. Gujarat and Chhattisgarh will focus on Vande Mataram, while Assam, Maharashtra and West Bengal will highlight crafts, festivals and freedom struggle narratives.
Security preparations for the Republic Day parade in Delhi have been completed, with Delhi Police deploying over 30,000 personnel and 70 paramilitary companies across the city. Around 4,000 traffic police will regulate movement along the parade route. Several key roads will remain closed, while spectators will use QR-based parking guidance. Commuters have been advised to follow the traffic advisory and avoid the parade route during peak hours.
The Republic Day 2026 parade will be held on Monday, January 26, beginning at 9:30 am at Kartavya Path. Spectators have been advised to arrive early due to security checks. The parade will be telecast live on Doordarshan and streamed on its YouTube channel, along with All India Radio, PIB and MyGov YouTube platforms.
