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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Carnatic music: Violinist L Subramaniam’s new book looks at the 18th-century masters
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View from the Margins: A Dalit Christian explains why he will be voting for change
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Husna Bai: The tawaif who made Hindustani music a respectable profession for women artists
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EC rejects claims that EVMs gave extra votes to BJP in Kerala mock polls, SC reserves verdict
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Is apple cider vinegar as good for health as it sounds?
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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: Unbelievable scenes of flooding in Dubai airport, streets, and malls after heavy rain in UAE
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Indian elections: How secure is the EVM-VVPAT process?
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Watch: Footballers of Indian clubs walk out on the pitch with dogs to get them adopted
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Watch: Dogs wag their tails to ‘conduct’ classical music orchestra
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Watch: Glimpses of Indian singer Sid Sriram’s debut performance at Coachella 2024
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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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Watch: ‘The Broken News’ returns for a second season
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‘Dil Dosti Dilemma’ trailer: A teenager bonds with her grandparents during a summer vacation
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‘Silence 2: The Night Owl Bar Shootout’ review: A bland cop meets a dull case
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‘Juna Furniture’ trailer: Mahesh Manjrekar directs and stars in film about ageing
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Start the week with a film: In ‘Tokyo Sonata’, the unequal music of an emotionally distant family
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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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IPL 2024: Suryakumar, bowlers help Mumbai Indians seal thriller against Punjab Kings
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Cricket: Meg Lanning opens up about struggle with food and exercise that led to her early retirement
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Paris Olympics 2024: Long jumper Sreeshankar Murali ruled out of Games with knee injury
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Badminton: Kento Momota, former world champion, announces international retirement
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Chess, Candidates 2024: Gukesh Dommaraju drops to second after draw against Fabiano Caruana