Bharat Ganarajya/Republic of India/Hindustan - Republic Day 26th January 2018

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Ministry of Defence16-January, 2018 20:19 IST
Chief of Army Staff Enthralled by NCC Cadets

General Bipin Rawat, UYSM, AVSM, YSM, SM, VSM, Chief of Army Staff visited the NCC Republic Day Camp 2018 at the DGNCC Camp on 16 Jan 2018. On arrival, he was received by the DGNCC, Lieutenant General BS Sahrawat, SM.

Contingents of all the three wings namely Army, Navy and Air Force presented an impressive “Guard of Honour” to the Chief of Army Staff on his arrival. NCC cadets thereafter presented a fine band display. The COAS also visited the ‘Flag Area’ prepared by the NCC cadets depicting various social awareness themes and cultural activities. The cadets briefed him in detail about their respective State Directorate themes.

The versatile NCC cadets then presented a spectacular Cultural Programme in the NCC auditorium comprising group dances and ballet showcasing the rich cultural heritage of our Nation.

The COAS congratulated the ‘Guard of Honour’ for the impeccable turnout and drill and the bands for their excellent display. The COAS expressed his happiness that many ex NCC Cadets hold very high offices in the Government and Armed Forces and urged the cadets to put their heart and mind in everything they undertake and become role model for the youth of our nation.

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Manoj Tuli
APRO (Army)


The Chief of Army Staff, General Bipin Rawat inspecting the Parade, during his visit to the NCC Republic Day Parade Camp 2018, in New Delhi on January 16, 2018. The DG, NCC, Lt. Gen. B.S. Sahrawat is also seen.

The Chief of Army Staff, General Bipin Rawat interacting with cadets, during his visit to the NCC Republic Day Parade Camp 2018, in New Delhi on January 16, 2018.

The Chief of Army Staff, General Bipin Rawat interacting with cadets, during his visit to the NCC Republic Day Parade Camp 2018, in New Delhi on January 16, 2018.

 

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Ministry of Defence
17-January, 2018 15:33 IST
Naval chief lauds NCC cadets at DG NCC Republic Day Camp 2018

Admiral Sunil Lanba, PVSM, AVSM, ADC, Chief of the Naval Staff (CNS) visited the DG NCC Republic Day Camp at Cariappa Parade Ground, Delhi Cantt and reviewed an impressive ‘Guard of Honour’ by the smartly turned out Cadets drawn from all the three Wings of NCC i.e. Army, Navy and Air Force. This was followed by a brilliant band display by the cadets. The CNS also inspected the well laid out flag areas prepared by the NCC cadets from all the 17 NCC Directorates depicting various Social Awareness themes.

Later, the Admiral witnessed a sterling cultural performance put up by the multi talented Cadets depicting the rich Indian Culture.

Speaking on the occasion, the Chief of the Naval Staff complimented the Cadets for presenting an impressive ‘Guard of Honour’, smart turnout and drill of the Cadets. He stated that NCC is a premier youth organisation single-mindedly engaged in grooming Nation’s Future leaders & empowering them to don the mantle of country’s leadership as well as excel in all walks of life. He noted the noble contribution of NCC Cadets towards Nation Building and their indomitable spirit and empathy during calamities. He also appreciated efforts in pursuit of naval activities to include long duration and high risk sailing. The CNS also urged the NCC Cadets to join the armed forces and serve the motherland.

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The Chief of Naval Staff, Admiral Sunil Lanba reviewing the ‘Guard of Honour’, during his visit to NCC Republic Day Parade Camp 2018, in New Delhi on January 17, 2018. The DG, NCC, Lt. Gen. B.S. Sahrawat is also seen.

The Chief of Naval Staff, Admiral Sunil Lanba interacting with cadets, during his visit to NCC Republic Day Parade Camp 2018, in New Delhi on January 17, 2018.

The DG, NCC, Lt. Gen. B.S. Sahrawat exchanging the memento with the Admiral Sunil Lanba, Chief of Naval Staff, during his visit to NCC Republic Day Parade Camp 2018, in New Delhi on January 17, 2018.

The Chief of Naval Staff, Admiral Sunil Lanba in a group photograph with the NCC Cadets, during his visit to NCC Republic Day Parade Camp 2018, in New Delhi on January 17, 2018.

The Chief of Naval Staff, Admiral Sunil Lanba in a group photograph with the NCC Cadets, during his visit to NCC Republic Day Parade Camp 2018, in New Delhi on January 17, 2018.

 

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The Chief of Army Staff, General Bipin Rawat presenting the memento to the NCC Contingent from Bangladesh, at the NCC Reception, in New Delhi on January 16, 2018.

The Chief of Army Staff, General Bipin Rawat and Mrs. Madhulika Rawat with the Cadets from North-East Region, at the NCC Reception, in New Delhi on January 16, 2018.

The Chief of Army Staff, General Bipin Rawat and Mrs. Madhulika Rawat with the Cadets from foreign countries, at the NCC Reception, in New Delhi on January 16, 2018.

 

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The newly-raised all women bikers contingent of Border Security Force (BSF) ‘Daredevils' practice ahead of their first performance at the Republic Day parade, in New Delhi on Wednesday. PTI Photo

The newly-raised all women bikers contingent of Border Security Force (BSF) ‘Daredevils' practice ahead of their first performance at the Republic Day parade, in New Delhi on Wednesday. PTI Photo

Camel-mounted BSF soldiers participate in a rehearsal for the Beating Retreat ceremony in New Delhi on Wednesday. PTI Photo

 

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   Jawans during the rehearsal for the upcoming Republic Day parade at Rajpath in New Delhi on Wednesday, January 17, 2017. (Express Photo: Amit Meha)
   

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   In a first, leaders from 10 ASEAN countries will be chief guests at the Republic Day parade this year. (Express Photo: Amit Meha)
   

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   Apart from the Indian security forces displaying their might, a range of traditional and cultural programs focusing on the history and culture of the country by different states will also be performed. (Express Photo: Amit Meha)
   

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   Bravery medals are also distributed on Republic Day to the soldiers in the armed forces, common people and students from school.(Express Photo: Amit Meha)
   

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   Armed forces rehearse for the Republic Day parade on a cold winter morning in New Delhi on Wednesday. (Express Photo: Amit Meha)
   

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   Rehearsal for the Republic Day parade on a cold winter morning in New Delhi on Wednesday. (Express Photo: Amit Meha)
   

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   Kathak and folk dances of Cambodia, Malaysia, Thailand and other countries will also be seen together this Republic Day, as a group of students of a school here will perform during the parade, marking the Indo-ASEAN ties. (Express Photo: Amit Meha)
   

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   The flight operations between Chandigarh and New Delhi will remain affected from Thursday to January 26 as a few airlines have cancelled operations or changed timings following a Notice to Airmen (NOTAM) at Delhi airport ahead of Republic Day. (Express Photo: Amit Meha)
   

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   The airspace over Delhi remains shut for commercial flights due to rehearsals in the days leading to the Republic Day on January 26. (Express Photo: Amit Meha)
   

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   A newly-raised all-woman bikers contingent of the Border Security Force (BSF) will make its debut on Rajpath on January 26. (Express Photo: Amit Meha)
   

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   The members of this special women bikers squad have been specially chosen by BSF trainers and are aged between 25-30 years. (Express Photo: Amit Meha)
   

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   The women squad has been named ‘Seema Bhavani’ or the border braves, an official of the paramilitary force said.(Express Photo: Amit Meha)
   

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   The BSF will also have its iconic camel contingent along with its marching and band teams to march down the Rajpath the same day. (Express Photo: Amit Meha)
   

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   Children take part in rehearsals for the Republic Day celebration. (Express Photo: Amit Meha)
   

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http://indianexpress.com/article/in...-present-folk-dances-of-asean-region-5028795/
By: PTI | New Delhi | Published: January 17, 2018 6:27 pm

In a visual treat, Kathak and folk dances of Cambodia, Malaysia, Thailand and other countries will be seen together this Republic Day, as a group of students of a school here will perform during the parade, marking the Indo-ASEAN ties. They will be among the 770 students who will take part in the grand celebration at Rajpath on January 26.

In an unprecedented event, leaders from the 10 ASEAN members — Thailand, Vietnam, Indonesia, Malaysia, the Philippines, Singapore, Myanmar (Burma), Cambodia, Laos and Brunei — will be the chief guests in the Republic Day celebrations.

“A total of 150 of students from the Mount Abu Public School in Delhi’s Rohini, will present a colourful performance, dressed in the traditional attire of the 10 countries. Some of them would also be in Indian costume, representing the 25 years of partnership of India with ASEAN,” a senior official said today.

A preview for the media was held here, with some of the selected students sharing the excitement ahead of the big day.

Deepti Singh, 13, a student of Class 8 at the Mount Abu Public School, dressed up in a traditional filipina women costume, said, “We are so thrilled to perform on Rajpath. I will be representing the folk dance of the Philippines. And a few students will do Kathak.”

Anushaka Sharma, 12, said, “I will represent the Malaysian culture. We did some research on Internet and saw videos, and it took us about a month to get the hang of it. But, we learned so much about other countries.”

There will be a total of five performances by the students, including two from the Directorate of Education (DoE), Delhi government, and one each by the groups from the North East Zone Cultural Centre and the South Central Zone Cultural Centre of the Ministry of Culture.

“The students from the South Central Zone, Nagpur, will perform the Baredi folk dance related to cattle farm culture and those from the North East Zone, Dimapur, will do Sangrai folk dance of Tripura, performed by Mog tribe in the month of April,” Deputy Director (Physical Education), Delhi’s DoE, Harjeet Kaur, said.

Students of the Rani Chennamma Sarvodaya Kanya Vidyalaya, Jahangirpuri, will be the first to perform, with a song ‘Bharat Ke Rang’ and the Oxford Foundation School, Najafgarh will give a performance themed on ‘Shikshit Bharat, Sashakt Bharat’.

Asked how many slum children would be participating in the grand celebrations, Kaur said, “Most of the students coming from the South Central Zone are slum-dwellers, and many students of the school in north west Delhi’s Jahangirpuri area, are also from slums.”

“Most students are from Classes 8, 9 ad 11, and a few students fro Class 7 also. They have practiced really hard on Rajpath and are now raring to go,” she said.

 

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Ministry of Defence
18-January, 2018 19:30 IST
18 bravehearts to be bestowed with National Bravery Awards – 2017, 3 of them posthumously

Eighteen children, including seven girls have been selected for the National Bravery Awards 2017. Three of the bravehearts are being awarded posthumously. Prime Minister Shri Narendra Modi will award these future leaders of the society at a function in New Delhi on January 24, 2018. They would then participate in the Republic Day Parade 2018 at the Rajpath, where they would be one of the main attractions of the event.

The coveted Bharat Award is being conferred on 18 year old Km. Nazia of Uttar Pradesh who raised her voice against the illegal gambling and betting, which have been rampant for decades in her neighbourhood. She courageously faced and endured threats to her life but did not give up her fight.

The prestigious Geeta Chopra Award is being conferred on 14 year old Late Km. Netravati M. Chavan of Karnataka who sacrificed her life in an attempt to save two boys from drowning.

The Sanjay Chopra Award is being given to 17½ year old Master Karanbeer Singh of Punjab who rescued several precious lives from death with his tireless efforts and indomitable courage.

Master Betshwajohn Peinlang (14 years) of Meghalaya, Km. Mamata Dalai (7 ½ years) of Odisha, and Master Sebastian Vincent (13½ years) of Kerala are being given the Bapu Gaidhani Awards. Betshwajohn with his fearless act of bravery saved his brother from being burned alive. Mamata Dalai dragged her friend from a crocodile's jaws with her valourous and bold action. Sebastian bravely and fearlessly saved his friend's life from an inevitable mishap on a railway track.

The other recipients are Km. Laxmi Yadav (Chhattisgarh), Km. Mansha N, Master N. Shangpon Konyak, Master Yoaknei, Master Chingai Wangsa (all from Nagaland), Km. Samridhi Sushil Sharma (Gujarat), Master Zonuntluanga, Late Master F. Lalchhandama (both from Mizoram), Master Pankaj Semwal (Uttarakhand), Master Nadaf Ejaj Abdul Rauf (Maharashtra), Late Km. Loukrakpam Rajeshwori Chanu (Manipur) and Master Pankaj Kumar Mahanta (Odisha).

The selection was made by a high-powered committee comprising representatives of various Ministries/Departments, Non-Governmental Organisations as well as office bearers of Indian Council for Child Welfare (ICCW).

President of India Shri Ram Nath Kovind and several other dignitaries will host receptions in their honour. Several States too are organising functions to honour them at the State level.

The National Bravery Award Scheme was initiated by the Indian Council for Child Welfare to give due recognition to the children who distinguish themselves by performing outstanding deeds of bravery and meritorious service and to inspire other children to emulate their example.

It was in 1957 that two children - a boy and a girl - were first rewarded for their presence of mind and courage. Since then ICCW decided to confer national awards on children every year.

In 1987-88 ICCW instituted the Bharat Award for an exceptionally outstanding, meritorious and gallant deed. The other special awards include the Geeta Chopra and Sanjay Chopra awards (instituted by ICCW in 1978) and the Bapu Gaidhani Awards (instituted in 1988-89).

The awardees receive a medal, certificate and cash. Eligible awardees will be granted financial assistance until they complete their schooling. Some State Governments also provide financial assistance to them. In addition, ICCW provides financial assistance under its Indira Gandhi Scholarship Scheme to those undertaking professional courses such as engineering and medicine. For the others, this assistance is provided till they complete their graduation. The Government of India has reserved some seats for the awardees in medical and engineering colleges and polytechnics.

Since the inception of the scheme in 1957, ICCW has given awards to 963 brave children - 680 boys and 283 girls.

The National Bravery Awards Winning Children 2017 at a press preview, in New Delhi on January 18, 2018.

The Chief of Army Staff, General Bipin Rawat felicitating Nazia who has won the Bharat Award for her daring effort to take on the illegal business of gambling and betting in her neighbourhood in Agra district of Uttar Pradesh, in New Delhi on January 18, 2018.

The Chief of Army Staff, General Bipin Rawat felicitating Karanbeer Singh who saved the lives of 15 children when their school bus fell into a drain, in New Delhi on January 18, 2018.

The Chief of Army Staff, General Bipin Rawat with the children winning the National Bravery Awards for 2017, in New Delhi on January 18, 2018.

 

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Boyevaya Machine Pekhoty' tanks seen at Vijay Chowk during the Republic Day parade rehearsal at Rajpath in New Delhi on Thursday. PTI Photo

A contingent of Territorial Army wait during the Republic Day parade rehearsal at Rajpath in New Delhi on Thursday. PTI Photo

Tableaux artists rehearse for the upcoming Republic Day parade at Rajpath in New Delhi on Thursday. PTI Photo

 

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Posted at: Jan 18, 2018, 10:09 PM; last updated: Jan 18, 2018, 10:09 PM (IST)
Attack helicopter Rudra first time in R-Day parade

http://www.tribuneindia.com/news/na...-rudra-first-time-in-r-day-parade/530551.html


New Delhi, January 18

Indigenously-developed weapon system integrated helicopter Rudra will make its maiden appearance in the Republic Day parade on Rajpath here on January 26, Indian Air Force officials said.

The flypast by the Indian Air Force on the Republic Day parade will involve 38 aircraft, including 21 fighters, 12 helicopters and five transporters, Group Captain Rahul Bhasin told reporters.

The Ensign formation of the flypast will include a Mi-17 V5 helicopter carrying the ASEAN flag to commemorate the summit meeting of India and the block of South East Asian countries to be held here on January 19-30.

“The flypast will be divided into two blocks. The second block will start with Rudra formation comprising Advanced Light Helicopter MK-IV WSI. This is the first time this aircraft is being showcased in the Republic Day parade,” Bhasin said.

Other formations will involve C-130 J, AEW&C aircraft escorted by two Sukhoi-30 MKI, Tejas Light Combat Aircraft, Jaguar, MiG 29 Upgrade aircraft.

The IAF tableau will be themed on “Indian Air Force encouraging indigenisation”, while the tri-service tableau will be themed on “veterans are asset to the nation”.

The IAF march past contingent will include 75 musicians and three band majors led by junior warrant officer Ashok Kumar Nagar.

“We will pay 15 patriotic and martial tunes on the occasion,” Nagar said.

The IAF band will also mesmerise the audience at “Beating the Retreat” ceremony following the Republic Day, by its compositions and use of African drums.

A special tribute will be paid to the Marshal of Indian Air Force Arjan Singh who passed away in September last year with a tune “Great Marshal” employing African drums, Nagar said. — PTI

 

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The Minister of State for Defence, Dr. Subhash Ramrao Bhamre inspecting the Guard of Honour, during his visit to the Republic Day NCC Camp 2018, in New Delhi on January 19, 2018. The DG, NCC, Lt. Gen. B.S. Sahrawat is also seen.

The Minister of State for Defence, Dr. Subhash Ramrao Bhamre taking salute, during his visit to the Republic Day NCC Camp 2018, in New Delhi on January 19, 2018. The DG, NCC, Lt. Gen. B.S. Sahrawat is also seen.

The Minister of State for Defence, Dr. Subhash Ramrao Bhamre visiting the Flag Area, during his visit to the Republic Day NCC Camp 2018, in New Delhi on January 19, 2018. The DG, NCC, Lt. Gen. B.S. Sahrawat is also seen.

The Minister of State for Defence, Dr. Subhash Ramrao Bhamre visiting the Flag Area, during his visit to the Republic Day NCC Camp 2018, in New Delhi on January 19, 2018. The DG, NCC, Lt. Gen. B.S. Sahrawat is also seen.

The Minister of State for Defence, Dr. Subhash Ramrao Bhamre visiting the Flag Area, during his visit to the Republic Day NCC Camp 2018, in New Delhi on January 19, 2018. The DG, NCC, Lt. Gen. B.S. Sahrawat is also seen.

The Minister of State for Defence, Dr. Subhash Ramrao Bhamre addressing the Officers and Cadets of NCC, during his visit to the Republic Day NCC Camp 2018, in New Delhi on January 19, 2018.

 

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The first BSF women contingent will perform on Republic Day in New Delhi.
Our Correspondent
Leh, January 20
http://www.tribuneindia.com/news/ja...o-lead-first-bsf-women-contingent/531629.html


The 69th Republic Day function at the Rajpath in New Delhi will be special for the Ladakh region, especially for women and Himis Shukpachan village of Leh district as the first Border Security Force (BSF) women contingent is to be led by a Ladakhi woman BSF officer.

Sub-Inspector Stanzin Noryang will be leading the BSF women contingent on Republic Day. It has become a subject of debate among Ladakhis on social media and public gatherings. Good wishes and congratulatory notes for her family are pouring in.

Stanzin Noryang is a resident of Hemis Shukpachan village in Khalsi Block of Leh district. She is the youngest of the four siblings.

Noryang (29) is the captain of the women BSF Biker contingent, which will be displaying stunts for the first time. The contingent will display daredevils and acrobatic on the 350 cc Royal Enfield Bullet Bike.

Stanzin over the phone said the BSF women bikers were going to display 16 types of stunts and 51 riders would perform these. As many as 106 have been trained, out of which 51 will be riding on the bike while others will be supporters. She also said that she would be the borderman to salute the parade.

Stanzin while expressing happiness said the members of the contingent were feeling very proud as it was raised only in October last year.

She said within a short period everyone in the contingent learnt to ride a bike, got trained and were now going to display the stunts in front of the whole country at the Rajpath on Republic Day.

 

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Ministry of Defence
Raksha Mantri visits NCC Republic Day Camp, felicitates braveheart cadets
Posted On: 22 JAN 2018 7:31PM by PIB Delhi

Raksha Mantri Smt Nirmala Sitharaman visited NCC Republic Day Camp 2018 today and conferred Raksha Mantri Padak and Commendation Cards to NCC Cadets for their exemplary performance and devotion to duty at an impressive 'Investiture Ceremony' held at Cariappa Parade Ground, Delhi Cantt.



In her address, the Raksha Mantri complimented the NCC for doing exceptional work towards Swachhata Abhiyan. She complimented the NCC fraternity for making an invaluable contribution towards National integration and Nation Building through multifarious activities of NCC. Speaking on the occasion, Smt Sitharaman said, “The youth of independent India are extremely fortunate that such an organisation exists in our country which devotes vast amount of resources towards their personality development. The NCC infuses and nurtures qualities like leadership, secularism, patriotism, selfless service, discipline, hard work and other character building qualities in the youth of the country.”



She said that the NCC is doing a yeoman service to the nation by transforming the ‘Youth of the Nation’, which has the largest and youngest population profile in the world. A Contingent of smartly turned out NCC cadets drawn from the three wings namely the Army, Navy and the Air Force presented an impressive Guard of Honour to the Raksha Mantri.



Raksha Mantri Padak was instituted in 1989 and since then it is awarded to the most deserving cadet every year for bravery or exceptional service of highest order. This year the Raksha Mantri Padak has been awarded to Cadet Priya of Uttar Pradesh Directorate, Raksha Mantri Commendation Cards have been awarded to CWO Bhuvnesh Rathore of Rajasthan Directorate, Capt Arundati J Patel of Andhra Pradesh & Telangana Directorate and Cadet Soumarjit Ghosh of West Bengal & Sikkim Directorate. Talking about the winners, the RM said, “I would like to compliment you for all these wonderful achievements. These achievements will no doubt attract large number of young and enthusiastic students to join the NCC. I am sure these young achievers would bring laurels to our country in the times to come.”



The Raksha Mantri also inspected the well-laid out Flag Area, prepared by the cadets from all 17 NCC Directorates, depicting various social awareness themes. She was given a crisp brief by the cadets on their respective models. Raksha Mantri also visited the ‘Hall of Fame’, a proud possession of NCC with display of rich archival collection of alumni photographs, models and other achievements of the NCC.



Smt Sitharaman along with other distinguished guests later witnessed a spectacular cultural programme by the talented cadets in the NCC auditorium. She was earlier received by the DG NCC Lt General B S Sahrawat.



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The Union Minister for Defence, Smt. Nirmala Sitharaman inspecting the Guard of Honour of NCC cadets, during her visit to the Republic Day NCC Camp 2018, in New Delhi on January 22, 2018. The DG, NCC, Lt. Gen. B.S. Sahrawat is also seen.

The Union Minister for Defence, Smt. Nirmala Sitharaman taking salute, during her visit to the Republic Day NCC Camp 2018, in New Delhi on January 22, 2018. The DG, NCC, Lt. Gen. B.S. Sahrawat is also seen

The Union Minister for Defence, Smt. Nirmala Sitharaman visiting the Flag Area, during her visit to the Republic Day NCC Camp 2018, in New Delhi on January 22, 2018. The DG, NCC, Lt. Gen. B.S. Sahrawat is also seen.

The Union Minister for Defence, Smt. Nirmala Sitharaman visiting the Flag Area, during her visit to the Republic Day NCC Camp 2018, in New Delhi on January 22, 2018. The DG, NCC, Lt. Gen. B.S. Sahrawat is also seen.

The Union Minister for Defence, Smt. Nirmala Sitharaman interacting with the cadets of NCC, during her visit to the Republic Day NCC Camp 2018, in New Delhi on January 22, 2018. The DG, NCC, Lt. Gen. B.S. Sahrawat is also seen.

The Union Minister for Defence, Smt. Nirmala Sitharaman interacting with the NCC cadets who performed in cultural programme, during her visit to the Republic Day NCC Camp 2018, in New Delhi on January 22, 2018. The DG, NCC, Lt. Gen. B.S. Sahrawat is also seen.

 

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A view of the queue for the security check at ITO Metro Station during peak hours in evening, in New Delhi on January 18, 2018. | Photo Credit: Sushil Kumar Verma

http://www.thehindu.com/news/cities...delhi-metro/article22489907.ece?homepage=true

A woman carrying 20 live bullets has been apprehended from a Delhi Metro station here, officials said on Monday.

The woman, who hails from Moradabad in Uttar Pradesh, was found carrying the rounds on Sunday evening by CISF personnel at the Adarsh Nagar station when her bag was being scanned, officials said.

The lady was travelling with her father and other family members, they said, adding her father produced a copy of his arms license and said the 20 rounds of ammunition (.32 calibre) belonged to him.

The woman and others have been handed over to the Delhi Police by the Central Industrial Security Force (CISF) team for further investigation, they said.

Security in the Delhi Metro and other public transport facilities is stepped up in view of the Republic day celebrations on January 26.

 

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The tableau of Maharashtra for the Republic Day parade, during a press preview in New Delhi on Monday. PTI Photo

http://www.deccanherald.com/content/655243/on-r-day-india-showcase.html

India's 'Act East' policy is really "taking shape" and the presence of 10 Asean leaders during the Republic Day celebrations here will definitely showcase that policy, Defence Minister Nirmala Sitharaman on Monday said.

She said this in response to a question from the press during her visit to the NCC Republic Day Camp at Delhi Cantonment.

"The prime minister's intention that the 'Look East' policy should now be the 'Act East' policy is really taking shape."

"And, by the very presence of ten leaders from ASEAN during the Republic Day celebrations, India will definitely showcase its 'Act East' policy," she said.

When asked about the ceasefire violations, she said, "Let's talk about the NCC Camp and Republic Day today (Monday)."

In an unprecedented event, leaders of all the ten Asean member countries will be chief guests at the ceremonial parade at Rajpath on January 26.

Earlier, Nirmala awarded the 'Raksha Mantri Padak' and commendation cards to the winning cadets at an investiture ceremony held at the camp.

http://indianexpress.com/article/in...drive-in-maiden-republic-day-tableau-5035095/

For the first time, an Income Tax Department tableau will roll down the Rajpath during the Republic Day parade, showcasing its special anti-black money drive that was launched post demonetisation.

The tableau will depict the Operation Clean Money (OCM), its salient features and people’s contribution towards the drive which was launched by the I-T department on January 31 last year.

Its two editions have been rolled out by the policy-making body of the I-T Department, the Central Board of Direct Taxes (CBDT), till now.

“The tableau will showcase the OCM which is an initiative of the taxman against black money,” a senior official said.


“As the drive against black funds is a major flagship of the government, the tableau will speak about clean money and how it can be used to create a strong country,” the official added.

He said this will be the first time that the department’s float will be a part of the Republic Day parade on the Rajpath, which witnesses representations from the armed forces besides various states and ministries.

Last year, the tableau of the Goods and Services Tax (GST) — which was touted as India’s biggest tax reform since Independence — was part of the January 26 parade.

The float, the official said, will depict how clean money is required for the nation’s development and how it is important for the citizens to join hands in this ambitious drive.

The words ‘OCM- Festival of Honesty’ will be displayed prominently on the float, the official said.

The OCM was launched by the government and the CBDT in order to check black money generation and tax evasion in the wake of the November 8, 2016 demonetisation of two big currency notes of Rs 500 and Rs 1000.

The CBDT has said that demonetisation and the subsequent OCM led to an overall increase of 20 per cent with respect to the people who file their I-T returns.

The I-T department had conducted 900 searches between November 9, 2016, and March last year, leading to seizure of assets worth Rs 900 crore including Rs 636 crore in cash.

The searches had led to the disclosure of Rs 7,961 crore undisclosed income, according to official data.

During the same period, the department conducted 8,239 survey operations leading to detection of Rs 6,745 crore of black money, it had said.

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Republic Day honours the date on which the Indian Constitution came into effect -- January 26, 1950. (Kunal Patil / HT Photo)

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The parade will begin at 7.30 am and will continue till 11.30 am on January 26. The Maharashtra governor will inspect the guard of honour and bestow bravery medals to the police. (Kunal Patil / HT Photo)

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Women police personnel from across Maharashtra rehearsal for the Republic Day parade at Shivaji Park ground on January 22, 2018. (Kunal Patil / HT Photo)

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The parade will see a contingent of fire brigade personnel, who were also rehearsing at Shivaji Park on Monday. (Kunal Patil / HT Photo)

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The rehearsals for Republic Day parade are in full swing. (Kunal Patil / HT Photo)

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On January 26, the parade will be held at Shivaji Park, Dadar. Here, the Indian Navy showcases its capabilities during rehearsals. (Kunal Patil / HT Photo)

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The previous Congress-NCP government had shifted the parade to Marine Drive in 2014, wanting to make it a celebration on the lines of the one at Rajpath, New Delhi. A year later, it was brought back to Shivaji Park. (Kunal Patil / HT Photo)

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Republic Day honours the date on which the Indian Constitution came into effect -- January 26, 1950. (Kunal Patil / HT Photo)

 

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The tableau of Karnataka passes through the Rajpath during the full dress rehearsal for the Republic Day Parade-2018, in New Delhi on January 23, 2018.

The tableau of Madhya Pradesh passes through the Rajpath during the full dress rehearsal for the Republic Day Parade-2018, in New Delhi on January 23, 2018.

The tableau of Tripura passes through the Rajpath during the full dress rehearsal for the Republic Day Parade-2018, in New Delhi on January 23, 2018.

The tableau of Uttarakhand passes through the Rajpath during the full dress rehearsal for the Republic Day Parade-2018, in New Delhi on January 23, 2018.

The tableau of Jammu and Kashmir passes through the Rajpath during the full dress rehearsal for the Republic Day Parade-2018, in New Delhi on January 23, 2018.

The tableau of Maharashtra passes through the Rajpath during the full dress rehearsal for the Republic Day Parade-2018, in New Delhi on January 23, 2018.

The tableau of Lakshadweep passes through the Rajpath during the full dress rehearsal for the Republic Day Parade-2018, in New Delhi on January 23, 2018.

The tableau of Chhattisgarh passes through the Rajpath during the full dress rehearsal for the Republic Day Parade-2018, in New Delhi on January 23, 2018.

The tableau of Kerala passes through the Rajpath during the full dress rehearsal for the Republic Day Parade-2018, in New Delhi on January 23, 2018.

The tableau of Assam passes through the Rajpath during the full dress rehearsal for the Republic Day Parade-2018, in New Delhi on January 23, 2018.

The tableau of Punjab passes through the Rajpath during the full dress rehearsal for the Republic Day Parade-2018, in New Delhi on January 23, 2018.

The tableau of Himachal Pradesh passes through the Rajpath during the full dress rehearsal for the Republic Day Parade-2018, in New Delhi on January 23, 2018.

The tableau of Manipur passes through the Rajpath during the full dress rehearsal for the Republic Day Parade-2018, in New Delhi on January 23, 2018.

The tableau of Gujarat passes through the Rajpath during the full dress rehearsal for the Republic Day Parade-2018, in New Delhi on January 23, 2018.

The tableau of Indian Navy passes through the Rajpath during the full dress rehearsal for the Republic Day Parade-2018, in New Delhi on January 23, 2018.

The tableau of Indian Air Force passes through the Rajpath during the full dress rehearsal for the Republic Day Parade-2018, in New Delhi on January 23, 2018.

Brahmos WPN System passes through the Rajpath during the full dress rehearsal for the Republic Day Parade-2018, in New Delhi on January 23, 2018.

Troop Level Radar (TLR) passes through the Rajpath during the full dress rehearsal for the Republic Day Parade-2018, in New Delhi on January 23, 2018.

Weapon Locating Radar (Swathi) passes through the Rajpath during the full dress rehearsal for the Republic Day Parade-2018, in New Delhi on January 23, 2018.

A bird’s eye view of Rajpath during the full dress rehearsal for the Republic Day Parade-2018, in New Delhi on January 23, 2018.

 

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A bird’s eye view of Rajpath during the full dress rehearsal for the Republic Day Parade-2018, in New Delhi on January 23, 2018.