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ENVIRONMENTAL THEMES KEY IN R-DAY TABLEAUX

NEW DELHI: The Republic Day tableaux tell us more about environmental concepts than we realise.

In all its colour, glory: The Republic turns 75

NEW DELHI: India on Sunday put up a grand military spectacle, showcased its cultural richness and threw in a stunning musical extravaganza during the 76th Republic Day parade at Kartavya Path that packed in tens of thousands of people who soaked up every moment of the 90-minute celebration that featured several fighter jets, transport aircraft, attack helicopters, tanks, infantry combat vehicles, missile and rocket systems, soldiers on horseback, the much-loved Border Security Force camel contingent and band, and performances by 5,300 artistes.

Ranji Trophy struggles to align despite the star turn

For a long time, Ranji Trophy has reflected all the symptoms of the apathy shown to it by the players and BCCI - empty stands, lack of star players, poor wickets, bad umpiring, and no marketing.

Leicester stun Spurs, City back in top four

Leicester pushed Tottenham boss Ange Postecoglou closer to the sack with a 2-1 win that extended the north London side's dismal run and lifted the Foxes out of the Premier League relegation zone on Sunday.

Delhi election campaign hits fever pitch

Union home minister and senior Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) leader Amit Shah on Sunday accused the Aam Aadmi Party (AAP) of filling its coffers through fraudulent means over the past decade, coining a new name for the party based on its acronym - \"Aawaidh Aamdaniwali Party\" (illegal income party).

What India's 2-Wheeler Boom Means for Its Urban Mobility

India is currently grappling with a dramatic increase in the number of two-wheelers — an oft-overlooked element of the road.

Indonesian team briefed about BrahMos missile

A top-level Indonesian delegation visited the BrahMos Aerospace headquarters and was briefed on the capabilities of the supersonic cruise missile, the company said on Sunday.

Traffic restrictions for Beating Retreat

The Delhi traffic police on Sunday issued an advisory with restrictions and diversions for the Beating The Retreat ceremony rehearsals on Monday and Tuesday.

Nari Shakti at play with all-women contingents

Chopped India: Chouhan

Schoolteacher Held for Metro Station Wall Graffiti

A 29-year-old man who teaches at a school in Delhi was arrested on Saturday for allegedly defacing the walls of Mandi House Metro station with graffiti, police said.

USAID move to halt new funds could impact initiatives in India

The US Agency for International Development (USAID) has paused new funding for programmes across the world following the Trump administration's decision to halt all foreign aid, barring that to Egypt and Israel, a move that will impact some initiatives in India.

India's Asian Winter Games participation hanging in balance

India's participation in the Asian Winter Games scheduled to be held in Harbin, China, from February 7, is in doubt after it was learnt that the organisers, the Olympic Council of Asia, on Sunday turned down accreditation requests for a new set of players in ice hockey and snowboarding.

Israel Says Hamas Flouting Truce Deal, Stops Gazans' Return Home

Israel kept thousands of Palestinians from returning to their homes in the northern Gaza Strip on Sunday as it accused Hamas of violating a fragile cease-fire by changing the order of hostages it has released.

Chouhan: Don't back those who gave refuge to rioters

NEW DELHI: Union agriculture minister and senior Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) leader Shivraj Singh Chouhan on Sunday urged the people of Delhi to not support those \"with blood on their hands\", referring to the February 2020 riots in northeast Delhi in which more than 50 people were killed.

718 MCC violation cases so far

NEW DELHI: Delhi Police has registered 718 cases of model code of conduct (MCC) violations between January 7 and January 25 ahead of the February 5 assembly elections, officials said Friday.

Constitution's Every Tenet Being Shredded: Kharge

Congress president Mallikarjun Kharge on Sunday questioned the role played by leaders of the Bharatiya Janata Party in the freedom struggle and accused the ruling party of attacking the Constitution, degrading institutions and dividing the Indian society with a \"vicious, hateful agenda\".

U.S. AID Agency Halts Funding, Move May Hit Indian Schemes

The US Agency for International Development (USAID) has paused new funding for programmes across the world following the Trump administration's decision to halt all foreign aid, barring that to Egypt and Israel, a move that will impact some initiatives in India.

Cong: BJP communalising city's political atmosphere

PARTY DEMANDS THAT MOVIE ON FEB 2020 RIOTS BE DEFERRED TILL AFTER THE DELHI ELECTIONS, CALLS FILM ATTEMPT TO INFLUENCE VOTERS

Lakhpati Didis drivers of developed India: Chouhan

NEW DELHI: The rural development ministry's tableau this year showcased the Centre's flagship women's entrepreneurship programme — Lakhpati Didi Yojana — as it called the scheme a testament to not only economic prosperity, but the \"growing strength and self-reliance of the sisters in our society\".

Lukashenko wins with 87.6% of vote: Exit poll

MINSK: Belarus's President Alexander Lukashenko, in power since 1994, won re-election on Sunday in an election without real competition and slammed by the EU as a \"sham\", a state exit poll said.

Farmers Take Out Tractor Parade in Parts of Punjab

Farmers from various organisations under the banner of the Samyukt Kisan Morcha (SKM) on Sunday took out a tractor parade at multiple locations across Punjab in support of their demands.

Polls Will Decide Battle of Ideologies: Kejriwal

Aam Aadmi Party (AAP) convener Arvind Kejriwal on Sunday said the upcoming Delhi assembly elections will present voters with a battle of ideologies which will decide whether electors agree with taxpayer money being spent for \"freebies to corporate friends\"—which he claimed is the template followed by the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP)—or to provide services to the people under what he called the \"Kejriwal model\".

Awaiting report: Cops amid fingerprint mismatch claims

The fingerprint assessment in the Saif Ali Khan stabbing case is awaited, the Mumbai Police said on Sunday after media reports emerged that the prints found at the actor's house did not match those of the arrested main accused Shariful Islam Fakir.

Modi to Address NCC Rally in the Capital Today

Prime Minister Narendra Modi will address the annual \"NCC PM Rally\" on Monday at Cariappa Parade Ground in the Capital.

U-19 T20 WC: India crush B'desh to storm into semis

In-form Trisha Gongadi and left-arm spinner Vaishnavi Sharma led the charge for India as the defending champions delivered a commanding performance to storm into the semi-finals of the Women's U-19 T20 World Cup at the Bayuemas Oval, Kuala Lumpur on Sunday.

Motilal to sell home loan business

Mumbai-based financial services group Motilal Oswal wants to exit the home finance business and has put its housing finance company on the block, three people aware of the matter said.

Exports to US Up 5.57% During Apr-Dec 2024

The country's exports rose by 5.57% to $59.93 billion during April-December this fiscal on account of healthy demand in the American market for domestic goods, according to government data.

Sinner's walk in the Melbourne Park

The Italian world No.1 defends Australian Open crown by crushing Alexander Zverev in the final

Can't say I'm disappointed

Shahana Goswami; (inset) and a still from Santosh

Feel a sense of relief: Arjun on his mum's discharge from hospital

Actor Arjun Bijlani's mother, Shakti Bijlani, received a warm and emotional welcome upon returning home after being in the hospital for 15 days, under intensive care unit.