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Republic Day 2026 preview: Check out what your State’s tableau is representing

At the Republic day media preview, Firstpost got an exclusive look at the array of ideas being depicted by different state tableaux. Read More

This Week in Explainers: Why the India-EU trade pact is a big deal

This Republic Day, European leaders Ursula von der Leyen and Antonio Costa are India’s chief guests. Their visit gains more importance as India is expected to finalise negotiations on the trade agreement with the bloc. Read More

Exclusive | What it takes for the President’s Bodyguard to ace the parade every Republic Day

Ahead of the 77th Republic Day, the President’s Bodyguard is training over 70 horses for their most defining duty in the calendar year. Read More

PM Modi launches flagship SVANidhi credit card scheme for street vendors

Prime Minister Narendra Modi launched the UPI-linked PM SVANidhi Credit Card in Kerala on Friday, providing street vendors with an interest-free digital credit facility to enhance their financial independence. Read More

Republic Day 2026: Meet the founding mothers of the Indian Constitution

The Indian Constitution, adopted formally on January 26, 1950, is the culmination of the efforts of 299 members of the Constituent Assembly. Among these, only 15 were women who came from different walks of life. Read More

Firstpost Exclusive: India’s justice reforms take center stage in MHA’s Republic day tableau

Through law reform, technology, and Nari Shakti, the Ministry of Home Affairs is projecting a criminal justice system that is modern, efficient, and rooted in the needs of citizens. Read More

Air services suspended at Srinagar airport amid intense snowfall

The air traffic to and fro Kashmir was suspended on Friday after flight operations were cancelled at the Srinagar airport due to heavy snowfall in the valley, which has rendered the runway unsafe for aircraft operation, officials said. Read More

India and EU expected to announce conclusion of trade talks on Tuesday

India and the European Union are expected to announce the conclusion of protracted negotiations for a free trade pact on Tuesday, opening the way for reduced tariffs on European cars and wine and expanded market for Indian electronics, textiles and c Read More