Page 17 - Latest Updates on Republic Day
The new idiom of patriotism
As I listen to Loknaad's music, I realise that patriotism isn't (or shouldn't) be an unquestioning love for one's nation
In 27 newspapers, Narendra Modi highlights deepening of ASEAN ties
PM's article, published in 10 nations, highlights India's 'Look East' policy
 "In 27 newspapers, Narendra Modi highlights deepening of ASEAN ties")
India's growing stature on show as Asean leaders attend Republic Day parade
The Asean leaders joined President Ram Nath Kovind and Prime Minister Narendra Modi at the Republic Day parade, making it an unprecedented event
 "India's growing stature on show as Asean leaders attend Republic Day parade")
No sweets exchanged with Pakistan at Wagah border on Republic Day: BSF
The BSF and Pakistan Rangers have been traditionally sharing sweets on the occasion of Republic Day, Independence Day, Diwali, Eid and other festivals
 "No sweets exchanged with Pakistan at Wagah border on Republic Day: BSF")
Roaring flypast by IAF planes stun visitors at 69th Republic Day Parade
The flypast culminated with a lone Su-30 MKI, flying at a speed of 900 kmph, split the sky with a 'vertical charlie'
 "Roaring flypast by IAF planes stun visitors at 69th Republic Day Parade")
BSF's 'Seema Bhawani' stuns spectators at Republic Day Parade
President Kovind, Prime Minister Narendra Modi and Asean leaders present on the dais and other dignitaries in the audience too applauded the women bikers
 "BSF's 'Seema Bhawani' stuns spectators at Republic Day Parade")
Republic Day programmes in Jammu and Kashmir pass off peacefully
The celebrations were under threat as intelligence inputs had suggested that a non-Kashmiri female suicide bomber might try to disrupt the parade
 "Republic Day programmes in Jammu and Kashmir pass off peacefully")
R-Day: India's military might, cultural prowess enthrall Asean leaders
The parade ceremony commenced with Prime Minister Narendra Modi laying the wreath at the Amar Jawan Jyoti at India Gate to pay homage to the fallen soldier
 "R-Day: India's military might, cultural prowess enthrall Asean leaders")
Republic Day Parade ends with air show; BSF women bikers win hearts
Marching contingents, strategic defence weaponry and colourful tableaux were on display as India celebrated its 69th Republic Day
 "Republic Day Parade ends with air show; BSF women bikers win hearts")
Republic Day 2018: BSF refuses to exchange sweets with Pakistani rangers
Tension continues to prevail along the IB and LoC for the past few months due to repeated ceasefire violations
 "Republic Day 2018: BSF refuses to exchange sweets with Pakistani rangers")
Fortress Delhi: Snipers, hit teams, 60,000 personnel deployed for R-Day
The police is also using counter-drone technology to thwart any attack or identify any suspicious flying object
 "Fortress Delhi: Snipers, hit teams, 60,000 personnel deployed for R-Day")
Google Doodle marks Republic Day 2018, designed by Delhi-based illustrator
The overall outline and motifs of the doodle are a tribute to Mughal architecture
 "Google Doodle marks Republic Day 2018, designed by Delhi-based illustrator")
Republic Day 2018: Indian Army to receive 1 Kirti Chakra, 9 Shaurya Chakras
Major Vijayan Bist of the 4th Battalion, Jammu and Kashmir Light Infantry, will be conferred with the Kirti Chakra, the second highest peacetime decoration of India
 "Republic Day 2018: Indian Army to receive 1 Kirti Chakra, 9 Shaurya Chakras")
We, the people: Indians must go back to values enshrined in Constitution
Liberal values require open debate, open discussion, and open dissent
Republic Day: Metro services at Mandi house, Patel Chowk stations curtailed
All parking lots in the Metro stations will remain closed from 6 am on January 25 to 2 PM on Republic Day
 "Republic Day: Metro services at Mandi house, Patel Chowk stations curtailed")
East by Southeast: Three challenges for India's 'Act East' policy
Going forward India may find that its economic interests may collide with its political interests even as China's presence will continue to cast a long shadow on India's relations with ASEAN
 "East by Southeast: Three challenges for India's 'Act East' policy")
Operation Clean Money: I-T dept to exhibit anti-black money drive on R-Day
The tableau will depict the I-T dept's Operation Clean Money, its salient features and people's contribution towards the drive
 "Operation Clean Money: I-T dept to exhibit anti-black money drive on R-Day")
Worried about Delhi traffic on R-Day? Google may help with alternate routes
Start 30 to 40 minutes early during peak hours to reach your destination on time, and 20 minutes during non-peak hours
 "Worried about Delhi traffic on R-Day? Google may help with alternate routes")
On Republic Day, India to showcase 'Act East' policy: Nirmala Sitharaman
"The prime minister's intention that the 'Look East' policy should now be the 'Act East' policy is really taking shape."
 "On Republic Day, India to showcase 'Act East' policy: Nirmala Sitharaman")
Republic Day sales on Amazon, Flipkart to kick off on January 21
Amazon, as usual, has offered 12-hours early access to its Prime members starting the sale from Saturday afternoon
 "Republic Day sales on Amazon, Flipkart to kick off on January 21")
