In a post on X, the President said the ceremony provided a befitting conclusion to the Republic Day festivities. She noted that the performances by bands of the Armed Forces and the Central Armed Police Forces reflected the spirit of national unity and the enduring valour of India’s armed forces
29 January,2026 09:50 PM IST | New Delhi | mid-day online correspondent
Traditionally held at Vijay Chowk in the national capital, the 'Beating Retreat' ceremony marks the culmination of Republic Day festivities. The ceremony, rooted in military tradition, features massed bands of the Indian Army, Navy and Air Force performing patriotic and classical tunes
29 January,2026 03:18 PM IST | New Delhi | mid-day online correspondent
According to the official announcement, three separate panels of judges evaluated the performances of marching contingents and tableaux displayed at the parade held on Kartavya Path
29 January,2026 09:17 AM IST | New Delhi | mid-day online correspondent
Child dies after a loudspeaker installation collapses; residents allege Ruby Hospital did not admit her in time
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