*TODAYS TOP NEWS*
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1. The Nation celebrated the 76th Republic Day yesterday. The occasion marks the day when the Constitution of India came into effect in 1950.
2. President Smt Droupadi Murmu led the Nation in celebrating the Republic Day from Kartavya Path in New Delhi.
*HIGHLIGHTS*
(a) Indonesian President Prabowo Subianto, was the Chief Guest at the parade.
(b) A 160-member marching contingent and 190-member band contingent from Indonesia took part in the Parade.
(c) Thirty-One tableaux showcasing the theme of Swarnim Bharat: Virasat aur Vikas” participated in the colourful parade.
(d) For the first time, a Tri-services tableau participated on Kartavya Path, displaying the spirit of jointness and integration.
(e) Haryana’s tableau showcased the Bhagwad Gita and the tableau of Uttar Pradesh depicted the ongoing Mahakumbh 2025.
(f) The event concluded with a flypast by 47 aircraft. The flypast witnessed a breath-taking air show by Rafale, Su-30, Jaguar, C-130, Dornier-228 and An-32 aircraft and Apache and Mi-17 helicopters.
3. In Jammu & Kashmir, all the Republic Day functions in Kashmir Valley including the main event in Srinagar, passed off peacefully and smoothly with traditional fervour and gaiety, amid tight security arrangements across Kashmir region. Deputy Chief Minister Surinder Kumar Chowdhary unfurled the tricolour and presided over the event at Srinagar’s main Republic Day function at Bakshi Stadium in Srinagar.
4. Election campaign in Delhi assembly polls picks up; Leaders hold rallies and roadshows to woo voters.
5. Uttar Pradesh Government has declared no-vehicle Zone in the Mahakumbh area, Prayagraj from today. The decision has been taken to ensure smooth management of the massive crowds expected on Mauni Amavasya on 29th January.
6. In a first, the Indian National Flag was unfurled for the first time at the Trial Chowk in Jammu and Kashmir’s Pulwama on the occasion of 76th Republic Day on Sunday (January 26). The flag was jointly unfurled by an elderly, youth and a child symbolising the unity of generations and their shared commitment to the nation.
7. Governor of Nagaland, La Ganesan launched the Chief Minister’s Mobile Operation Theatre, a pioneering initiative aimed at enhancing healthcare access in rural and remote areas of the state.
8. Jammu and Kashmir, the Indian Railways marked yet another milestone in its journey of engineering excellence and connectivity enhancement as the prestigious Vande Bharat Express train successfully crossed two iconic railway bridges, the Chenab Bridge and the Anji Khad Bridge.
9. Punjab Chief Secretary, K.A.P Sinha has underscored the importance of achieving 100 per cent Aadhaar penetration for children between Zero to 5 age group across the state.
10. The India Meteorological Department (IMD) has forecast dense fog conditions at isolated pockets of Bihar, Odisha, Assam, Meghalaya, Nagaland, Manipur, Mizoram and Tripura.
11. Narendra Chapalgaonkar, a senior writer and retired judge, passed away on Saturday in Chhatrapati Sambhajinagar of Maharashtra at the age of 88.
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*LEGAL REPORT*
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Delhi Police on Saturday arrested a man for allegedly writing graffiti at the Mandi House Metro Station. The accused is studying Bachelor of Fine Arts from Jamia Millia Islamia University, and has been charged under sections 3 of the Delhi Prevention of Defacement of Property Act (DPDP), Section 72 of the Delhi Metro Rail Corporation Act (DMRC), and relevant sections of the Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita (BNS).
“””””””””” *MISHAPS* “”””””””
1. In Kerala, four persons including two women drowned after they were swept away by strong waves off Thikkodi beach in Kozhikode. The mishap took place when five persons, part of a group from Kalpetta in Wayanad district, ventured into the sea.
2. In Telangana, at least five persons died and six others were injured when a truck carrying a heavy load of iron material veered off the correct route and crashed into two auto-rickshaws. Initial reports say that the lorry, travelling near the Mamunuru highway in the Warangal district.
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*FINANCE*
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Reserve Bank on Friday said it has penalised Jammu and Kashmir Bank, Bank of India, and Canara Bank for deficiencies in regulatory compliance.
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*ENTERTAINMENT NEWS*
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1. Telugu actor Nandamuri Balakrishna is set to be honored with one of India’s most prestigious civilian awards, the Padma Bhushan, in recognition of his exceptional contributions to the arts. Jr NTR, Venkatesh, Chiranjeevi, and numerous other actors expressed their congratulations to Balakrishna on social media.
2. Veteran filmmaker Shekhar Kapur has been conferred with the prestigious Padma Bhushan, the third-highest civilian award, for his exceptional contributions to Indian cinema. His ex-wife, actress and singer Suchitra Krishnamoorthi, has expressed her pride and joy over his achievement.
3. Former actress Mamta Kulkarni has been appointed as the Mahamandleshwar of the Kinnar Akhara, a significant spiritual role she assumed at the ongoing Mahakumbh on Friday.
The initiation ceremony was conducted by Laxmi Narayan Tripathi, the president of Kinnar Akhara, who bestowed upon Kulkarni the new spiritual name Shriyamai Mamta Nand Giri.
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*DEFENCE News*
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1. India showcases military might and cultural heritage at Kartavya Path in the National Capital as it celebrates the 76th Republic Day yesterday.
2. Tank T-90 (Bhishma), NAG Missile System along with BMP-2 Sarath, BrahMos, Pinaka Multi-launcher Rocket System, Agnibaan Multi-barrel Rocket Launcher were on display at the Kartavya Path.
3. Prime Minister Narendra Modi will address the annual National Cadet Corps (NCC) PM Rally today at the Cariappa Parade Ground in New Delhi. The theme for this year’s NCC PM Rally will be ‘Yuva Shakti, Viksit Bharat’.
4. The Centre has issued an order that will grant a special pay allowance to VIP security commandos of CAPFs who provide armed protection to a handful of the important persons who are guarded under the top two categories of Z plus (ASL) and Z plus.
5. The Indian Navy’s INS Sarvekshak has successfully concluded a major hydrographic survey in Mauritius. This survey covered over 25,000 square nautical miles. The formal handover of the survey results took place on 23 January 2025.
6. Two Kirti Chakras, 14 Shaurya Chakras among 93 Gallantry Awards to Armed Forces, CAPF personnel
Major Manjit Kumar of the Punjab Regiment and with 22 Rashtriya Rifles (RR), and Naik Dilwar Khan from the Artillery Regiment and with 28 RR (posthumously) were awarded the Kirti Chakra for counter-terrorist operations in Jammu and Kashmir.
7. Indian Army Dog Phantom (9 Para Special Forces) Posthumously Awarded Mention in Despatches for Gallantry.
Phantom was born on May 25, 2020. He joined the Indian Army’s K9 unit in August 2022, after undergoing specialized training in counter-insurgency and anti-terror operations—roles for which the Belgian Malinois breed is particularly renowned.
*27 Jan (Monday)*
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*Rahu* : 08:34 AM – 09:56 AM
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