187 fresh Covid cases in India
New Delhi, Jan 26 (PTI) India saw a single-day rise of 187 coronavirus cases, while the number of active infections was recorded at 1,674, the health ministry said on Friday. One new death from Maharashtra has been reported in a span of 24 hours, according to the ministry’s data updated at 8 am. The number […]
Light snowfall ends 2-month long dry spell in Kashmir
SRINAGAR, Jan 26 (PTI) : Light snowfall in higher reaches of Kashmir brought to an end nearly two-month long dry spell in the valley as minimum temperatures rose significantly on Thursday night, officials said. Snowfall was reported from Gulmarg, Pahalgam, Sonamarg, Gurez, Macchil, Karnah Doodpathri and Shopian areas of the valley and was going on […]
R-Day: LG pays homage to fallen heroes at Balidan Stambh
Jammu, Jan 26 (PTI) Jammu and Kashmir Lieutenant Governor Manoj Sinha on Friday paid homage to troops by laying a wreath at the Balidan Stambh war memorial here. The Tiger division of the Indian Army celebrated the 75th Republic Day at the war memorial, a defence spokesperson said. Lieutenant Governor laid a wreath at the […]
Republic Day celebrated across Kashmir, relaxed atmosphere in Srinagar
Srinagar, Jan 26 (PTI) Republic Day was celebrated across Kashmir on Friday with functions held at all district headquarters of the valley amidst tight security arrangements, officials said here. The main function was held at the Srinagar’s Bakshi Stadium here and advisor to Lieutenant Governor Rajesh Rai Bhatnagar was the chief guest and presided over […]
India displays military might, women power and diverse cultural heritage in Republic Day parade
New Delhi, Jan 26 (PTI) India celebrated its 75th Republic Day on Friday with a grand display of its women power, rich cultural heritage and military might comprising missiles, warplanes, surveillance gadgets and lethal weapon systems with French President Emmanuel Macron gracing the occasion as the chief guest. The Republic Day Parade at the Kartavya […]
R-Day: Govt announces awards for 36 people of UT
Jammu, Jan 26 (PTI) Thirty-six people, including para archer and Arjuna Awardee Sheetal Devi, were selected for government awards in Jammu and Kashmir on the eve of Republic Day. Late Head Constable Abdul Majeed has been awarded posthumously in the category of award for achievements in the field of bravery that carries a cash prize […]
R-Day: Delhi under thick security blanket, over 70,000 personnel deployed across city
New Delhi, Jan 26 (PTI) The national capital has been placed under a blanket of security for the 75th Republic Day celebrations on Friday with more than 70,000 personnel deployed across the city, police have said. Police have also issued an advisory on traffic arrangements while restrictions have been put in place, especially in central […]
PM Modi greets people on Republic Day
New Delhi, Jan 26 (PTI) Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Friday greeted people on the occasion of India’s 75th Republic Day. In a post on ‘X’, the prime minister said, “Best wishes on special occasion of the 75th Republic Day. Jai Hind!” India celebrates Republic Day on January 26 as its Constitution came into effect […]
Three ‘hybrid’ terrorists arrested in Baramulla on R-Day eve
Srinagar, Jan 25 (PTI) Three ‘hybrid’ terrorists were arrested in Jammu and Kashmir’s Baramulla district on the eve of Republic Day while conducting an arms consignment exchange, officials said on Thursday. Infiltration into social media groups and precise tracking led to the arrest of the terrorists from the Boniyar area of the Uri sector in […]
Hope regions embroiled in conflicts find peaceful solution: Prez Murmu
New Delhi, Jan 25 (PTI) President Droupadi Murmu on Thursday expressed hope that regions embroiled in conflicts will find a peaceful way to resolve them. Addressing the nation on the eve of the 75th Republic Day, Murmu noted that in recent times, many conflicts have emerged around the world and there have been a series […]
