India celebrated its 77th Republic Day with a grand parade on Kartavya Path, showcasing military might and cultural diversity. The event marked the EU’s first military parade participation outside Europe, reflecting India’s growing global ties. The celebrations honored the nation’s journey since becoming a sovereign democratic republic on January 26, 1950.

As part of the fly-past, multiple aircraft, including Rafale, Su-30 MKI, MiG-29, Jaguar, Apache helicopters and the Indian Navy’s P-8i aircraft, flew in coordinated formations.

Some structures including huts at a village in Manipur’s Kangpokpi district were set on fire by insurgents today. The Zeliangrong United Front (ZUF) in a statement to the media claimed responsibility.