Republic Day
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In its 74th year, India’s Constitution has been emptied of its soul
A constitution grants a government power and authority – in flouting its principles, the Indian government has undermined its own legitimacy.
Faisal CK
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‘Shamelessly lying’: BJP, AAP trade barbs as Punjab and Delhi’s Republic Day tableaux are rejected
Aam Aadmi Party leader Saurabh Bhardwaj alleged that the Centre rejected the tableaux to ‘exact revenge’.
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Egypt President Abdel Fattah al-Sisi will be chief guest at 2023 Republic Day celebrations
This is the first time that al-Sisi will be the chief guest on the occasion.
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Trending
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Canada: Amid anti-immigration rhetoric, curbing international students is a knee-jerk reaction
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Instant ‘gate-cane’ weddings in parched Marathwada supply desperate labour to sugar industry
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By mixing Carnatic and Hindustani, Mysore’s kings helped create a unique body of music
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Why Calcutta HC struck down 25,000 teachers’ appointments and how it could impact the election
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‘Be freed from what holds you back’: Poems by Buddhist women from the Murty Classical Library
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Tamil Nadu, West Bengal showcase tableaux rejected by Centre at state Republic Day celebrations
The chief ministers had expressed their disappointment after the Centre’s rejection.
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Republic Day: Shivangi Singh, India’s first woman pilot of Rafale fighter jet, part of IAF tableau
She is the second woman fighter jet pilot to be part of the Indian Air Force’s tableaux after Bhawna Kanth, who participated in last year’s Republic Day parade.
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In photos: On Republic Day, India showcases military prowess, cultural diversity
The parade featured a 75-aircraft flypast by the Indian Air Force and cultural performances by more than 480 dancers from across the country.
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Video
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Watch: K-Pop singer Aoora sings in Assamese as he collaborates with Nilotpal Bora in a new folk song
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Watch Anu Malik and Sonu Nigam’s impromptu performance of ‘Main Hoon Na’ at Farah Khan’s home
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Watch: Doordarshan newsreader faints on live TV in Kolkata owing to severe heat
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Watch: Spice Girls sing ‘Stop’ as bandmates reunite to celebrate Victoria Beckham’s 50th birthday
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Watch: Over 350 ballerinas come together to break the world record for standing on tip toes
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Interview: ‘A majoritarian reading of the artwork in the Constitution must be resisted’
JNU professor Ghazala Jamil speaks about how constitutionalism should be the only state policy for nation-building in a country as diverse as India.
Shatavisha Mustafi
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India celebrates 73rd Republic Day, parade to begin at 10.30 am
The parade will feature 21 tableaux, a 75-aircraft flypast by the Indian Air Force and cultural performances by over 480 dancers from across the country.
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Modi’s push to privilege duties over rights undermines the spirit of Constitutionalism
Constitutionalism strives to prevent arbitrary government action and provide protection to fundamental rights.
Faisal CK
The Reel
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Aditi Rao Hydari on playing diverse characters: ‘I want the audience to take me home with them’
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The story of India’s unique ‘Milk Revolution’ is going to the Cannes Film Festival
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The story behind the ‘Kuch Kuch Hota Hai’ title track: ‘Just write very simple poetry’
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‘Juna Furniture’ review: A simplistic crusade against the neglect of senior citizens
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‘Late Night with the Devil’ review: A deft satire on the price of success
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The Indian republic was an ambitious project of multiple ideas and identities. Can it be salvaged?
The founders envisioned a country made up of diverse identities. This promise of equality and individuality is being replaced by a monolithic Hindu identity.
Apoorvanand
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TN’s Republic Day tableau rejected by Centre will be displayed across state, says MK Stalin
The chief minister said it was regretful that the central government did not give a reason for not allowing Tamil Nadu to participate in the parade.
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Republic Day: Rajnath Singh responds to letters by Tamil Nadu, Bengal CMs on rejection of tableaux
The defence minister said that only 12 out of 29 tableaux were approved for this year’s celebrations.
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The Field
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Athletics, Asian U20 C’ships: Harshit Kumar wins hammer throw gold as India’s medal tally increases
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Archery, World Cup Shanghai: Indian compound archers sweep all three team event gold medals
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IPL 2024: Jonny Bairtsow shines as Punjab Kings beat Kolkata Knight Riders in record-breaking match
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IPL 2024: ‘Save the bowlers’ – Reactions as Punjab chase down record total against Kolkata
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Paris Olympics 2024: Nethra Kumanan secures India’s second quota in sailing