India Celebrates 75th Republic Day

NEW DELHI, INDIA JANUARY 26: A contingent of the Rajputana Rifles marches past the saluting Base during the 75th Republic Day Parade 2024, at Kartavya Path, on January 26, 2024 in New Delhi, India. India gears up for its platinum celebration of the country's Republic Day on Friday with an enthralling exhibition of its military prowess and rich cultural heritage at the majestic 'Kartavya Path' in New Delhi. On the eve of Republic Day, the Union government on Thursday announced Gallantry and Service medals to 1,132 personnel from different agencies such as the paramilitary forces, police, fire service, home guard and civil defense, and correctional service. (Photo by Raj K Raj/Hindustan Times via Getty Images)