Saturday, March 07
India's 2026 space calendar is marked by a surge in private sector involvement, despite an early launch setback. Key milestones include a major Earth Observation Satellite System project and the development of 31 satellites for strategic surveillance by private entities. Rocket startups are poised for commercial launches, signaling a new era for India's space economy.
President Droupadi Murmu and Prime Minister Narendra Modi will preside over the main ceremony at Kartavya Path in the national capital. The President of the European Council, Antonio Costa, and the President of the European Commission, Ursula von der Leyen, will attend the celebrations as chief guests. Kartavya Path, which runs from Rashtrapati Bhavan to the National War Memorial, has been extensively decorated to reflect India’s journey over the years.
India celebrates its 77th Republic Day with a grand parade on Kartavya Path, showcasing military might and cultural diversity. European Commission president Ursula von der Leyen and European Council president António Costa are this years chief guests, highlighting a deepening strategic partnership. Discussions on a crucial free trade agreement and a new security pact are underway, underscoring strong India-EU ties.
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.
National Voters’ Day is observed annually on January 25 to mark the foundation day of the Election Commission of India (ECI), established in 1950. The day aims to recognise voters, encourage youth participation, reinforce democratic values, and promote universal adult suffrage. In a post on X, the Prime Minister said National Voters’ Day is about “further deepening our faith in the democratic values of our nation”.
