72nd Republic Day Parade 2021: Live Updates
Jan 26, 2021, 10:35 IST
07:12 (IST) 26 JAN 2021:
PM Modi Greets Nation On 72nd Republic Day
Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Tuesday greeted all Indians on the country's 72nd Republic Day. "Wishing all the people of India a Happy Republic Day. Jai Hind!" the PM tweeted. India is celebrating Republic Day with a shortened parade, no chief guest, and fewer spectators amid restrictions due to COVID-19. A total of 32 tableaus will be taking part.
07:17 (IST) 26 JAN 2021:
Republic Day: This year, 119 Padma Awards
Padma Awards - one of the highest civilian Awards of the country, are conferred in three categories, namely, Padma Vibhushan, Padma Bhushan, and Padma Shri. The Awards are given in various disciplines/ fields of activities, viz.- art, social work, public affairs, science and engineering, trade and industry, medicine, literature and education, sports, civil service, etc. ‘Padma Vibhushan’ is awarded for exceptional and distinguished service; ‘Padma Bhushan’ for distinguished service of a high order and ‘Padma Shri’ for distinguished service in any field. The awards are announced on the occasion of Republic Day every year.