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When is Republic Day

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When is Republic Day

Republic Day of India is celebrated on January 26 to mark the day when the Constitution of India came into effect.

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Why is Republic Day celebrated?
 
The Constitution of India, which was adopted by the Constituent Assembly on November 26, 1949, came into effect on January 26, 1950. This completed India's transition towards becoming an independent republic with a democratic government system. January 26 was also chosen as the day to mark Republic Day because it had been on this day that the Indian National Congress (INC) proclaimed the Declaration of Indian Independence in
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Rs 28,36,980 revenue generated from sale of tickets for R-Day parade

Revenue generated from the sale of tickets for the Republic Day parade and Beating Retreat ceremony in 2023 stood at Rs 28,36,980, Minister of State for Defence Ajay Bhatt said in Lok Sabha

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Updated On : 10 Feb 2023 | 11:29 PM IST

Each artist on R-Day parade's UK tableau to be awarded Rs 50,000: CM Dhami

Chief Minister Pushkar Singh Dhami has announced a reward money of Rs 50,000 each to the artists of Uttarakhand tableau which was awarded the top prize at this year's Republic Day parade

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Updated On : 02 Feb 2023 | 2:05 PM IST

R-Day: Punjab Regiment best marching contingent; Uttarakhand's tableau best

Punjab Regiment was adjudged as the best marching contingent, and Uttarakhand bagged the top prize for best tableau

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Updated On : 30 Jan 2023 | 11:11 PM IST

Rains fail to dampen spirit of Beating Retreat, R-Day celebrations conclude

The event came to a close with the ever-popular tune "Sare Jahan se Accha"

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Updated On : 29 Jan 2023 | 9:07 PM IST

UK hails 'another year of cooperation' with Republic Day wishes to India

The United Kingdom expressed its greetings for India's 74th Republic Day with a personal message from the country's foreign minister James Cleverly to his Indian counterpart, Dr S. Jaishankar

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Updated On : 26 Jan 2023 | 6:02 PM IST

Punjab will soon shine like Kohinoor, accuses previous system: CM Mann

CM Bhagwant Mann said that with continued progress Punjab will shine like the 'Kohinoor' diamond, even as he accused previous dispensations of failing to tackle corruption and poverty in the state

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Updated On : 26 Jan 2023 | 5:58 PM IST

Chief Ministers of various states extend greetings on 74th Republic Day

Chief Ministers of various states participated in grand celebrations and unfurled the national flag on the occasion of 74th Republic Day on Thursday

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Updated On : 26 Jan 2023 | 5:31 PM IST

BSF, Pak Rangers exchange sweets along I-B in Jammu on Republic Day

The BSF and Pakistan Rangers exchanged sweets and greetings at various outposts along the International Border in Jammu on the occasion of India's 74th Republic Day on Thursday, officials said

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Updated On : 26 Jan 2023 | 5:31 PM IST

Rift between KCR-led BRS govt and Telangana governor surfaces again

The differences between the BRS government and Raj Bhavan in Telangana came to fore once again on Thursday with Chief Minister K Chandrasekhar Rao staying away from the Republic Day celebrations

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Updated On : 26 Jan 2023 | 5:21 PM IST

PM Modi thanks Egyptian president for gracing Republic Day function

Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Thursday thanked Egyptian President Abdel Fattah el-Sisi for gracing this year's Republic Day parade function.

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Updated On : 26 Jan 2023 | 5:30 PM IST

Myopic mindset: Punjab CM Mann slams centre for excluding state's tableau

Punjab CM Bhagwant Mann slammed the BJP-led Union govt for deliberately excluding his state's tableau from the Republic Day parade, saying it reflects the myopic mindset of those in power

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Updated On : 26 Jan 2023 | 5:07 PM IST

Putin wishes Murmu, Modi on Republic Day, hails India's contributions

Russian President Vladimir Putin sent his wishes to his Indian counterpart Droupadi Murmu and Prime Minister Narendra Modi on the 74th Republic Day, hailing India's achievements in various fields

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Updated On : 26 Jan 2023 | 5:03 PM IST

Republic Day celebrated across Kashmir, relaxed atmosphere in Srinagar

Republic Day was celebrated across Kashmir on Thursday with functions held at all district headquarters of the valley amidst tight security arrangements, officials said here

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Updated On : 26 Jan 2023 | 3:49 PM IST

Republic Day: Why does India organise a parade to mark the occasion?

India celebrated its 74th Republic Day with a grand parade that saw many firsts, but what is the significance of the marches?

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Updated On : 26 Jan 2023 | 2:42 PM IST

Nepal PM Pushpa Kamal Dahal extends 'best wishes' to India on Republic Day

Former Nepal Prime Minister Sher Bahadur Deuba extended greetings to the people of India on its Republic Day

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Updated On : 26 Jan 2023 | 2:28 PM IST

Mamata urges people to uphold democratic ideals of equality, fraternity

The 74th Republic Day was celebrated with pomp and gaiety across West Bengal on Thursday amid tight security, with Governor CV Anand Bose

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Updated On : 26 Jan 2023 | 2:09 PM IST

Delhi LG, CM ask people to work to strengthen democracy on Republic Day

Delhi Lt Governor VK Saxena and Chief Minister Arvind Kejriwal greeted people on the occasion of Republic Day on Thursday, and asked them to strengthen democracy and the Constitution of the country

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Updated On : 26 Jan 2023 | 2:09 PM IST

45 fighter jets including Sukhois, Rafales perform during 74th R-Day Parade

The 74th Republic Day parade presented the Fly Past, a stunning air show by 45 aircraft of the Indian Air Force (IAF), one from the Indian Navy and four helicopters of the Indian Army

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Updated On : 26 Jan 2023 | 2:06 PM IST

Republic Day an occasion to rededicate to constitutional values: Kharge

Quoting Dr BR Ambedkar, Kharge said, "We are Indians, firstly and lastly"

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Updated On : 26 Jan 2023 | 1:57 PM IST

23 tableux roll down Kartavya Path in national capital on Republic Day

The parade was kicked off in Delhi by the guest contingent of the Egyptian Armed Forces, followed by a show of strength by the Indian Armed Forces

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Updated On : 26 Jan 2023 | 1:05 PM IST