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Delhi Traffic Police Advise Commuters To Avoid India Gate C-Hexagon

By LokMarg 27th January 2024

The Delhi Traffic Police has issued an advisory for commuters to avoid India Gate C-Hexagon on Saturday from 2 pm till midnight, as due to the weekend and post-Republic Day celebrations, a heavy volume of visitors and pedestrian movement is expected in the area.

“Due to weekend and post-Republic Day celebrations, a heavy volume of visitors and pedestrian movement is expected at India Gate C-Hexagon from 2 PM till midnight. Motorists are advised to avoid India Gate C-Hexagon and plan their journey accordingly,” Delhi traffic police said in a statement.

India celebrated its 75th Republic Day on Friday in the national capital. The parade on the momentous platinum celebrations of India showcased ‘women-led development at Kartavya Path, boosting the ‘Viksit Bharat’ envisioned by Prime Minister Narendra Modi.

‘Nari shakti’ took centre stage as women soldiers marched down the Kartavya Path on the occasion of the 75th Republic Day on Friday.

President Droupadi Murmu commenced the celebrations on Friday by unfurling the national flag at Kartavya Path.

President Murmu and her French counterpart, Emmanuel Macron, who is the chief guest at this year’s Republic Day celebrations, arrived at Kartavya Path in the ‘Traditional Buggy’, a practice that made a comeback after a 40-year gap.

The cultural extravaganza at Kartavya Path highlighted the diversity and vibrancy of India’s cultural tapestry, captivating the audience with a fusion of artistic expressions from across the country.

Viksit Bharat’s rich cultural diversity and the ‘Aatmanirbhar’ military prowess were the themes that graced Kartavya Path, apart from the dominating theme of ‘nari shakti’ in the 90-minute parade.

The 75th Republic Day March Past began on Kartavya Path with the proud winners of the highest gallantry awards, the Param Vir Chakra and the Ashok Chakra, following Parade Commander Lieutenant General Bhavnish Kumar.

For the first time, an all-women contingent of the Armed Forces Medical Services marched on Kartavya Path, led by Major Srishti Khullar, with Capt Amba Samant from the Army Dental Corps, Surg Lt Kanchana from the Indian Navy, and Flt Lt Dhivya Priya from the Indian Air Force.

French troops and aircraft also participated in the “Platinum Republic Day Parade’ at the Kartavya Path.

The French Foreign Legion music band, led by Captain Khourda and consisting of 30 musicians, marched first, playing the Legion’s anthem called “Le Boudin.”

The distinguished band, comprising 112 women artists, played a variety of folk and tribal percussion instruments, becoming a powerful symbol of women’s strength and prowess.

As many as 16 states and Union Territories also displayed their heritage diversity with the help of cultural performances and tableaux.

After the conclusion of the 75th Republic Day parade, Prime Minister Narendra Modi walked down the ceremonial boulevard of Kartvya Path and waved to spectators. (ANI)

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Work By UCC Panel Almost Complete: Dhami

By LokMarg 27th January 2024

Uttarakhand Chief Minister Pushkar Singh Dhami said on Saturday that the committee preparing the draft of the Uniform Civil Code (UCC) in the State has almost completed its work and will soon deliver the draft.

“The UCC committee has almost completed its work. We will be getting the draft soon. The draft is being typed right now. Earlier, it was in English, and now it is being typed in Hindi as well. Different volumes are also being made,” said Dhami while addressing a farmers’ function organised at the chief minister’s residence.

Dhami had on Friday said that the tenure of the expert committee preparing the draft of the UCC for the state had been extended by another 15 days.

“The UCC committee has almost completed its task. A little more time is needed to compile it and complete some other formalities, so the time-period has been extended by 15 days. We are going to get the draft soon. As soon as we get it, we will take further steps and convene an assembly session,” Dhami said.

The tenure of the committee headed by Justice Ranjana Prakash Desai was extended three times earlier, with the latest extension of four months in September last year.

A statement by the Chief Minister’s office on September 23, 2023 said, “The Uttarakhand government has extended the tenure of the expert committee for the Uniform Civil Code by four months.”

The panel was constituted on May 27, 2022, and it is the fourth time an extension has been given to the committee. After receiving public suggestions, the committee has done the work of preparing a draft, but the report has not been submitted to the government yet, the statement added.

The UCC was promised to the people of the state in the run-up to the 2022 assembly polls in Uttarakhand.

Article 44 of the Constitution of India says that the state shall endeavour to secure a Uniform Civil Code (UCC) throughout the territory of India. The UCC proposes a common set of laws dealing with marriage, inheritance, adoption, and other matters.

The UCC, which had been a hot topic that had polarised opinions over the last four years, hit the forefront in June last year after Prime Minister Narendra Modi made a strong case for the implementation of uniform legislation in an address in Madhya Pradesh’s Bhopal.

PM Modi said the country cannot run on two laws and that the Uniform Civil Code was in keeping with the founding principles and ideals of the Constitution.

“Today, people are being instigated in the name of UCC. How can the country run on two (laws)? The Constitution also talks of equal rights…Supreme Court has also asked to implement the UCC. These (opposition) people are playing vote bank politics,” PM Modi had said in Bhopal. (ANI)

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INDIA Bloc On Verge Of Breaking Due To Obstinate Attitude Of Cong: Tyagi

By LokMarg 27th January 2024

Janata Dal-United (JDU) leader KC Tyagi on Saturday held Congress responsible for cracks in the INDIA bloc and said that the alliance is now tattered and is headed towards its decline.

“The effort and intention with which Nitish Kumar had formed the INDIA alliance is on the verge of breaking due to the irresponsible and obstinate attitude of Congress,” he said.

“There is a big possibility of Akali Dal and BJP coming together in Punjab and the possibility of a fight between Congress and AAP. Similarly, Akhilesh Yadav is also unhappy with the attitude of the Congress Party and has also suggested that they should behave more responsibly. The worst situation is in West Bengal where Congress leaders want to hand over TMC’s elected government to President’s rule. Chief Minister Mamata has further increased the controversy by not allowing Rahul Gandhi’s Bharat Jodo Nyay Yatra. The INDIA alliance that we had is now tattered and is headed towards its decline,” Tyagi said.

Meanwhile, amid a political crisis in Bihar, BJP leader and Union Minister Ashwini Kumar Choubey participated in the foundation laying ceremony of development works with CM Nitish Kumar on Saturday at Bihar’s Buxar and said that whatever will happen, will happen according to “God’s wish”.

“Whatever is God’s wish, will happen. The first time around, I only brought him (Nitish Kumar) here, and today also I have brought him,” he said.

in Delhi, BJP National President JP Nadda arrived at the residence of Union Home Minister Amit Shah. Lok Janshakti Party (Ram Vilas) president Chirag Paswan is also present in the meeting.

“Everything will be known in some time,” Chirag Paswan said.

BJP Bihar Core Committee meeting is also underway in Bihar’s Patna.

Meanwhile, amid speculations that Nitish Kumar is poised to side with the BJP again, Union Minister Giriraj Singh referred to the Bihar Chief Minister as a “restless soul” while emphatically stating that the BJP will form the new government in the state in 2025.

“We will form a government in Bihar in 2025. People of Bihar will vote for BJP in Lok Sabha in 2024, and in Bihar in 2025. I am just observing what’s going on in the state…” Singh said.

Nitish Kumar, after parting ways with the BJP in 2022, took on the initiative of uniting all opposition forces to jointly take on Prime Minister Narendra Modi and the ruling party in the national election. (ANI)

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Paswan Meets Shah; BJP, RJD, JDU Hold Separate Meetings

By LokMarg 27th January 2024

Amid turmoil in Bihar political scenario , Lok Janshakti Party (Ram Vilas) chief Chirag Paswan who met with Union Home Minister Amit Shah at the latter’s residence in the national capital on Saturday said the “situation is very positive regarding the alliance.”

BJP National President JP Nadda was also present at the meeting at Shah’s residence today.

After the meeting, Paswan todl reporters that more clarity over the prevaling political situation in the State will emerge in the next few days.

“It was important to know what is happening in Bihar today. On this issue, I held a meeting with Amit Shah and JP Nadda ji today. I have kept my concerns before them over Bihar. They have given assurance on various issues. The situation is very positive regarding the alliance. In the coming days, the situation will become more clear, and after that, our party will take a stand. We are a part of NDA today,” he said.

Meanwhile, a core committee meeting of the Bharatiya Janata Party is underway in Bihar’s capital Patna.

Bihar Leader of Opposition and BJP MLA Vijay Kumar Sinha, Union Minister Giriraj Singh, BJP MP and former Bihar Deputy CM Sushil Kumar Modi, Union Minister Nityanand Rai, BJP Bihar President Samrat Chaudhary participated in the meeting.

Former Janata Dal (United) president Rajiv Ranjan (Lalan) Singh arrived at the residence of Bihar CM Nitish Kumar, in Patna today.

Also, several Rashtriya Janata Dal (RJD) leaders arrived at Deputy CM Tejaswi Yadav’s residence. Vijay Kumar Mandal, Lalit Kumar Yadav, Abdul Bari Siddiqui, Bihar Law Minister Shamim Ahmad and Binod Jaiswal visited Bihar’s Deputy chief minster’s residence in Patna.

JD(U) leader KC Tyagi said “INDIA alliance is on the verge of breaking due to the irresponsible and obstinate attitude of Congress.”

In 2000, Nitish became Chief Minister of the state for the first time after campaigning against RJD supremo Lalu Prasad Yadav’s ‘Jungle Raaj’. Till now, he has held the chief ministerial post eight times.

In 2013, Nitish broke ranks with the NDA after a 17-year alliance following the announcement of Narendra Modi as the BJP’s prime ministerial candidate. He expressed his displeasure to the BJP over Modi’s selection as the PM face, and after the BJP decided to not change its decision, Kumar left the alliance.

In 2017, Nitish forged a grand alliance with the RJD and Congress and returned as chief minister in 2015. He walked out of the grand alliance in 2017, accusing the RJD of corruption and choking governance in the state.

In 2022, Nitish Kumar snapped ties with the BJP once again, alleging the BJP was conspiring against him and trying to influence JD-U MLAs to rebel against him.

There are speculations of Nitish Kumar joining forces with the BJP. The move comes ahead of the Lok Sabha elections scheduled in a few months as well as the Bihar Legislative Assembly elections in 2025. (ANI)

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France To Back Any Bid For Olympics By India: Macron

By LokMarg 27th January 2024

French President Emmanuel Macron on Friday assured India that the hosts of the 2024 Olympics will back them to organize the multi-sport event in the country in the near future.

At the outset of his address during a banquet hosted by President Droupadi Murmu, Macron expressed that he is looking forward to building stronger cooperation on sports with India.

“We will be delighted to build a stronger cooperation on sports with you. We will definitely support your intention to organize the Olympic Games in India for the future…,” Macron said.

The French President was the chief guest at the 75th Republic Day celebrations in New Delhi on Friday. Macron’s state visit marks France’s sixth participation, the highest of any other nation, as chief guest on India’s Republic Day.

Meanwhile, France is the host of the 2024 Olympics which will take place from July 26 and will conclude on August 11. Soon after the end of the Olympics, the Paralympics will start from August 28 till September 8 in Paris.

Earlier on January 19 while inaugurating the Khelo India games, Prime Minister Narendra Modi had said that the government was working towards hosting host the 2036 Olympic Games. The PM also underlined efforts by his government in the last 10 years to provide international exposure to athletes and provide an ecosystem for them to flourish.

In the 2020-21 Tokyo Olympics India achieved its best performance while it continued its superlative performance in the Asian Games and the Para Asian Games. (ANI)

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Manoj Patil Ends Fast As M’rashtra Govt Accepts All Demands

By LokMarg 27th January 2024

Amid a huge crowd of supporters, Maratha reservation activist Manoj Jarange Patil ended his fast on Saturday in the presence of Maharashtra Chief Minister Eknath Shinde after the state government accepted all demands.

Maharashtra CM Eknath Shinde and Maratha quota activist Manoj Jarange Patil together offered garlands to the statue of Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj in Navi Mumbai.

Maratha quota activist Manoj Jarange Patil addressed the gathering and said, “This struggle was for reservation for Marathas. We came here to give 54 lakh Kunbi certificates. We have been struggling for the past four months. My generation had struggled to get this reservation. More than 300 people killed themselves during the struggle.”

Maratha quota activist Manoj Jarange Patil expressed pride in his community for following his words.

“Even though my physical condition doesn’t support fasting, I feel proud of people from my community who followed my words.”

Manoj Jarange Patil was earlier told not to enter Mumbai, over which he expressed disappointment, questioning, “Why was that?”

Manoj Jarange Patil pointed out the conspiracy to spread hatred between OBC and Marathas and took a dig at Chaggan Bhujbal.

“We still won’t allow any rift between OBC and Marathas, but they are trying to spread rift between us which won’t happen. There is lots of love between OBC and Marathas. We are united. You (Chaggan Bhujbal) are a big leader. Don’t try to spread hatred between communities.”

Manoj Jarange Patil warned of future action in case there is a problem with the ordinance.

“If any problem happens over this ordinance, I will be the first person to be at Azad Maidan.”

The Maratha community, under the leadership of Jarange Patil has been seeking reservation in education and jobs under the OBC category.

Patil, who began a fresh agitation in Vashi, Navi Mumbai on Friday, had outlined several demands, including Kunbi certificates for all Marathas, free education from kindergarten to postgraduate level, and reservation of seats for Marathas in government job recruitments. Following this the government issued the Ordinance accepting these demands. (ANI)

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SRK Extends Wishes On 75th R-Day

By LokMarg 26th January 2024

As India marked its 75th Republic Day on Friday, superstar Shah Rukh Khan took to his social media handle to extend heartfelt wishes to his fans and fellow citizens.

Taking to Instagram, SRK shared a post that he captioned, “Wishing you all a very Happy Republic Day…. May the Tiranga always fly high, symbolising the unity, strength and pride of our nation. As Indians, let’s contribute towards the progress and prosperity of our country. Jai Hind!”

In the picture, SRK is seen with the National flag in the background.

Soon after he shared the post, his friends and fans swamped the comment section and dropped red heart emoticons.

President Droupadi Murmu commenced the celebrations of the 75th Republic Day on Friday by unfurling the national flag at Kartavya Path.

President Murmu on her arrival at Kartavya Path, was received by Prime Minister Narendra Modi.

Simultaneously, the National Anthem was played and the 21 Gun Salute presented to the President.

In keeping with tradition, the Tricolour was unfurled followed by the National Anthem. Thereafter, the booming of the indigenous 105-mm Indian Field Guns rent the air during the 21-gun salute.

President Murmu and her French counterpart Emmanuel Macron, who was the chief guest at this year’s Republic Day celebrations, were escorted by the President’s Bodyguard–‘Rashtrapati Ke Angrakshak’.

The gun salute was presented by the Ceremonial Battery of 871 Field Regiment (SHINGO) ex HQ 36 Artillery Brigade. The Ceremonial Battery was commanded by Lieutenant Colonel Vikas Kumar, SM.

21 Gun Salute is the highest military honour presented to the National Flag from the Kartavya path. The gun salute is synchronized with three simultaneous actions viz-a-viz, unfurling of the National Flag, Playing of the National Anthem by the Service bands and the national salute rendered by the President’s Bodyguard.

Meanwhile, on the work front, SRK has still not announced his next project. (ANI)

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Kajol Shares Throwback Pic From Kartavya Path

By LokMarg 26th January 2024

Actor Kajol, on Friday, shared a throwback picture of herself from New Delhi’s Kartavya Path.

The ‘Baazigar’ actor took a stroll down memory lane and dropped a picture on Instagram.

In the photo, she can be seen sitting on the Kartavya Path and posing with a bright smile. She wore a T-shirt and jeans with sneakers.

Along with the post, Kajol wrote, “The road belonged to me that day, and it felt good.. So, I decided to claim the entire world as my own. #flashbackfriday #goodolddays.”

Netizens bombarded the comment section with heart emojis.

Meanwhile, on the work front, Kajol recently wrapped up shooting for ‘Do Patti’.

The film also stars Kriti Sanon.’Do Patti’ also marks Kriti and Kajol’s second collaboration after ‘Dilwale’. (ANI)

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Took Me Back To My Childhood: Ayushmann On R-Day Parade

By LokMarg 26th January 2024

Actor Ayushmann Khurrana on Friday witnessed this year’s Republic Day parade live in Delhi.

He was present at Kartavya Path and watched the parade with full fervor.

Ayushmann also took to Instagram and shared pictures from the 75th Republic Day parade.

In the caption of his post, Ayushmann mentioned that he felt nostalgic as he used to watch the R-Day parade on Doordarshan as a child.

“Honoured to witness the Republic Day Parade on the occasion of India’s 75th Republic Day. Took me back to my childhood days when I used to religiously watch this on Doordarshan every year with my entire family! Feeling incredibly nostalgic. Jai Hind,” he captioned the post.

In one video, Ayushmann can be seen in an aerial show displayed during the parade.

In another image, he can be seen posing with NSG commandos.

The Republic Day 2024 celebrations began after Prime Minister Narendra Modi paid floral tributes at the National War Memorial to honour bravehearts of the Indian armed forces.

PM Modi was received by Defence Minister Rajnath Singh on his arrival at the National War Memorial.

This year’s Republic Day parade was ‘women-centric’, indicating the roles played by women in various sectors. For the first time, the parade was heralded by 100 women artists playing Indian musical instruments. The parade commenced with the music of Sankh, Naadswaram, Nagad. played by women artists.

The Delhi Police all-women band also participated in the Republic Day parade for the first time on Friday.The Delhi Police all-women band was led by Band Master Sub Inspector Ruyangunuo Kense.The Delhi Police Brass and Pipe Band comprises of 4 Women Sub Inspectors, and 81 Women Constables. The band played the ‘Delhi Police Song.

French President Emmanuel Macron was the chief guest at the parade. (ANI)

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It Is Sad: AAP’s Swati Over Punjab, Delhi Tableaux Not Featured

By LokMarg 26th January 2024

Former Chairperson of the Delhi Commission for Women and AAP Rajya Sabha candidate Swati Maliwal expressed disappointment over the tableaux of Punjab and Delhi not featured at the Republic Day parade on Friday.

Maliwal in a post on X, highlighted the significant themes the tableaux suggested to portray and remarked, “It is sad that there are no tableaux of Punjab and Delhi in the Republic Day parade.”

“While the tableau of Delhi gives the message of the importance of education, the tableau of Punjab, the land of brave martyrs, pays respect to the immortal revolutionaries,” Maliwal said in her post.

The AAP leader further expressed hope for both states that they would be featured next year.

“Hopefully next time the tableaux of both the states will be seen on Republic Day,” she posted.

A total of 25 tableaux, including 16 from various States and Union territories and 9 from central government departments, were on display at the Republic Day parade.

According to a Ministry of Defence statement, the Punjab and West Bengal, tableaux did not align with the “broader themes” of this year’s tableau. (ANI)

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