January 26, 2026

Homeless Families Protest on Republic Day Over Broken Housing Promises in Yelahanka

After their homes in Yelahanka's Fakeer Colony were demolished, families held a 'Poor People’s Republic Day' protest on January 26 to demand promised housing that still hasn't come.

January 26, 2026

India Marks 77th Republic Day with Grand Parade and Operation Sindoor Showcase

India celebrated its 77th Republic Day on January 26, 2026, with a stunning military parade and cultural performances highlighting Operation Sindoor and 150 years of Vande Mataram. Chief guests included EU leaders for the first time. Over 10,000 attended the event along Kartavya Path in Delhi.

January 26, 2026

Tribal March in Maharashtra Continues, Demanding Land Rights; Rejects Halt Without CM Meeting

Thousands of tribal protesters in Maharashtra have marched over 80 km since January 25, refusing to stop without meeting CM Devendra Fadnavis. They demand land rights, water access, and fair implementation of the Forest Rights Act. The march marked Republic Day on the highway and aims to reach Mumbai by February 3.

January 26, 2026

Republic Day 2026 Honors 150 Years of Vande Mataram with Grand Tableaux and Performances

On Republic Day 2026, India celebrated 150 years of the national song Vande Mataram. Special tableaux and vibrant performances lit up Kartavya Path, showcasing the song’s enduring spirit from Bankim Chandra Chatterjee’s original manuscript to modern India.

January 26, 2026

Germany's CDU Plans Ban on Legal Right to Part-Time Work

Germany's CDU business wing wants to end the legal right to part-time work. It argues workers should get special permission to reduce hours. Exceptions include childcare and eldercare. This move comes amid fears of a skilled worker shortage and slow economic growth.