Republic Day | The Asian Age

Saturday, Apr 20, 2024 | Last Update : 08:50 AM IST

Republic Day Page-4

Salim, a cloth merchang and main accused in the killing of Chandan Gupta, was arrested in Kasganj for allegedly opened fire at a Tiranga rally, organised by the VHP and ABVP.

Shooter from Kasganj held in Delhi, aides escape cops

The police had information that Tanwir would be visiting Okhla Mandi with an accomplice early on Monday morning.

06 Feb 2018 1:25 AM

'One of my friends informed me about rumours on social media about me getting killed during the Kasganj violence, but I was not present in Kasganj at the time of riots. I had gone to my village and I am absolutely fine,' Upadhyay said. (Photo: ANI)

Wasn't present in Kasganj during riots, I am fine: Rahul Upadhyay

Earlier on Monday, IG Aligarh Range, Sanjeev Gupta said Upadhyay is alive; he confirmed that 4 people have been held for spreading rumours.

30 Jan 2018 11:39 AM

Bands from the Army, the Navy, the Air Force, the State Police and Central Armed Police Force participated in the ceremony at the Vijay Chowk, here in New Delhi. (Photo: ANI)

Beating the Retreat: Republic Day ends with mesmerising band ceremony

The 'Beating Retreat' ceremony is held every year on January 29, marking the culmination of the four-day-long Republic Day celebrations.

29 Jan 2018 9:12 PM

On Sunday, more than 30 people were sent to jail on charges of murder and 51 others were detained by police, in connection with the violence that erupted in the vicinity. (Photo: ANI | Twitter)

Rahul Upadhyay, whose death intensified Kasganj clashes, alive: UP Police

Angered by the false rumours of Upadhyay’s death, the mob indulged in violence over the next three days.

29 Jan 2018 6:55 PM

Heed Prez’s clarion call to ‘respect differences’

President Kovind’s emphasis on respecting differences should be taken as a gentle warning against any sense of complacency, verging on arrogance.

29 Jan 2018 12:12 AM

'Congratulations to the entire team who worked hard and achieved this,' Fadnavis said in the tweet. (Photo:File)

Maharashtra tableau wins 1st prize; CM Fadnavis congratulates team

Leader of Opposition in Maharashtra Assembly, Radhakrishna Vikhe-Patil, also congratulated the team behind the prize-winning tableau.

28 Jan 2018 4:02 PM

After the youth's cremation on Saturday, a group of people went on a rampage and vandalised shops and also torched two buses in Kasganj. (Photo: ANI | Twitter)

Kasganj under curfew after fresh violence

Violence broke out in Kasganj on Friday when a motorcycle rally was being taken out by VHP and ABVP activists.

28 Jan 2018 7:35 AM

Senior leaders of opposition parties attended the rally on Friday in Mumbai.

Opposition parties will meet in Delhi on January 29

After Save Constitution rally in Mumbai on Republic Day, political leaders have now decided to intensify the mobilisation.

28 Jan 2018 4:35 AM

UP: Violence erupts after death of youth in rally; shops, buses torched

Nine people were arrested in connection with the clashes and a Special Investigation Team (SIT) was formed to arrest rest of the accused.

27 Jan 2018 4:38 PM

The officials heaved a sigh of relief as no untoward incident was reported from any part of the State on Friday and the RD celebrations passed off peacefully.

J&K: Alleged woman ‘suicide bomber’ from Pune held

The police sources identified the suspect bomber as 18-year-old Sadiya Sheikh from Pune.

27 Jan 2018 5:15 AM

Delhi lieutenant-governor Anil Baijal and chief minister Arvind Kejriwal attend the 69th Republic Day parade at Rajpath in New Delhi on Friday. (Photo: PTI)

Arvind Kejriwal and Sisodia attend Republic Day Parade

He had also said that the “harassment” of city’s traders through the ongoing sealing drive should be stopped.

27 Jan 2018 3:28 AM

People walk near India Gate,illuminated in tricolours, on the occasion of Republic day in New Delhi on Friday.(Photo: PTI)

Delhi turns into fortress on 69th Republic Day

1,500 traffic personnel deployed to manage route diversions and ensure safe and secure passage for the visiting dignitaries.

27 Jan 2018 1:54 AM

Indian Army's T-90 tanks on display at Rajpath during the 69th Republic Day Parade, in New Delhi on Friday. (Photo: PTI)

From East to West, North to South, India celebrates 69th Republic Day

Governors unfurled the tricolour in their respective states and outlined its achievements.

26 Jan 2018 6:21 PM

Constable Manjit Singh was deputed as gunman of the Jagraon City police station house officer. (Photo: Representational | File)

Cop shoots self with AK-47 rifle at R-day function in Ludhiana

According to police, the constable was depressed because of some family problems.

26 Jan 2018 4:21 PM

A high alert was sounded in Kashmir following an intelligence input that a non-Kashmiri woman suicide bomber might disrupt the Republic Day celebrations in the valley. (Photo: Representational Image)

J&K Police detains class XI Pune-girl, suspected be ISIS suicide bomber

Official sources said she is the same woman who was questioned by the Pune Anti-Terrorism Squad in 2015.

26 Jan 2018 2:19 PM

Modi, waves to the crowd during Republic Day parade in New Delhi. India marks Republic Day on Jan. 26 with military parades across the country. (AP Photo)

After R-Day Parade, Modi walks down Rajpath to greet people

This is not the 1st time that Modi went past the security cover to greet audience.

26 Jan 2018 1:27 PM

Not many people aware about the significance of this day, it is just not one day holiday, there is lot of significance behind this day of celebration. (Photo: AP)

10 lesser known facts about India's Republic Day

Here are some of the less unknown facts about India’s Republic Day.

26 Jan 2018 8:41 AM

Republic Day honours the date on which the Constitution of India came into effect on 26 January 1950. (Photo: Pixabay)

Republic Day 2018: 11 quotes on Republic India you must read

Here are some top quotes about India spoken by great personalities.

26 Jan 2018 8:16 AM

People stand in queue to buy tickets for the Republic Day parade in New Delhi. (Photo: Biplab Banerjee)

Ulfa(I) calls for boycott of Republic Day celebrations

Security agencies, however, admitted that they are looking into the video and trying to identify the Ulfa(I) cadres shown in the video.

26 Jan 2018 6:00 AM

Our people not only builders of Republic, but its pillars: President on R-Day eve

Disagree with other views but don’t mock a citizen’s dignity: President.

26 Jan 2018 4:08 AM

4 of 9

Columns

Shobhaa De