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Heavy arms in beginning of parade showed security important for nation: LK Advani

New Delhi, Jan 26 (ANI): After hoisting the national flag at his residence on Republic Day, BJP leader LK Advani said that the heavy arms showed at the beginning of the parade emphasize that security has taken an important place in the country's agendas. He further denied commenting on any other political parties and endorsed what President Pranab Mukherjee said during his Republic Day speech. Jan 26, 2014
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Separatists in Kashmir call for shutdown on Republic Day.

Srinagar, Jan 26 (ANI): Separatists called for a complete shutdown in Jammu and Kashmir on 65th Republic Day on Sunday. The shutdown call was given by hardliner Kashmiri separatist leader Syed Ali Shah Geelani and was supported by a host of separatist groups. All shops, business establishments, and the public transport remained shut. Every year the separatists announce shutdown on Republic Day and Independence Day. Meanwhile, heavy security has been deployed in the state to foil any attempt by militants to disturb the Republic day function. Jan 26, 2014
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Jammu and Kashmir celebrates 65th Republic Day

Jammu, Jan 26 (ANI): Jammu and Kashmir celebrated India’s 65th Republic Day peacefully amid enthusiasm on Sunday. Security across the state was tightened to avoid any untoward incident. Jan 26, 2014
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West Bengal celebrates 65th Republic Day

Kolkata, Jan 26 (ANI): West Bengal celebrated India's 65th Republic Day on Sunday. Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee while walking on the Indira Gandhi Sarani greeted common people. West Bengal Governor MK Narayanan unfurled the national flag. Jan 26, 2014
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Maharashtra Governor unfurls tricolor

Mumbai, Jan 26 (ANI): Maharashtra Governor K Shankar Narayanan on Sunday unfurled the tricolor and took Republic Day salute in Mumbai on the occasion of Republic Day. Jan 26, 2014
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Pranab Mukherjee's speech on Republic Day eve

New Delhi, Jan 25 (ANI): Indian President Pranab Mukherjee on Saturday addressed the nation on the eve of the 65th Republic Day. Mukherjee extended warm greetings to all in India and abroad. He said that India must find its own solutions to its problems and also added that we must be open to all knowledge. He further said that education is no longer just the privilege of the elite, but a universal right and added that we must usher in an education revolution that becomes a launching pad for the national resurgence. Jan 25, 2014
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Lt Governor Najeeb Jungs speech on Republic Day eve

New Delhi, Jan 25 (ANI): In his address to the people on the eve of Republic Day, Delhi Lt Governor Najeeb Jung congratulated the people of Delhi and other states. He stated the points for development in the state and also hoped for a corruption free nation. Jan 25, 2014
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Abe hopes to seal Japan's first defence sale in 40 years on India visit

New Delhi, Jan 25 (ANI): Japanese Prime Minister Shinzo Abe visits India this weekend, hoping to wrap up the first overseas sale of military equipment by Tokyo in nearly four decades and open up the world's biggest arms market for his nation's defence manufacturers. In a sign of growing warmth between the two nations, Abe will be the chief guest at Republic Day parade on January 26. Jan 25, 2014
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Security tightened ahead of Republic Day celebrations

New Delhi/Guwahati / Poonch, Jan 25 (ANI): Authorities beefed up security across the nation ahead of Republic Day celebrations to thwart any militant attacks and avoid any untoward incident. New Delhi saw troops stationed at all important spots, especially along the iconic India Gate, in the heart of the city, where dignitaries and thousands of common people will witness the parade. Jan 25, 2014
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Dharna not against Constitution, imposing Section 144 is: Arvind Kejriwal Part -2

New Delhi, Jan 25 (ANI): While addressing at a Republic Day function in Delhi, Chief Minister Arvind Kejriwal said that ‘dharna’ is not against the Constitution and that imposing Section 144 with no reason definitely is. He said that Constitution now is limited to safeguarding the interests of the ministers and not common man. Further, Kejriwal also said that media is getting paid to write against AAP and that this is not media actually means. He also asserted that the percentage of corruption has come down drastically in the past few days. Jan 25, 2014
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'Dharna' not against Constitution, imposing Section 144 is: Arvind Kejriwal Part -1

New Delhi, Jan 25 (ANI): While addressing at a Republic Day function in Delhi, Chief Minister Arvind Kejriwal said that 'dharna' is not against the Constitution and that imposing Section 144 with no reason definitely is. He said that Constitution now is limited to safeguarding the interests of the ministers and not common man. Further, Kejriwal also said that media is getting paid to write against AAP and that this is not media actually means. He also asserted that the percentage of corruption has come down drastically in the past few days. Jan 25, 2014
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Security tightened at Indo- Nepal border ahead of Republic Day

Siliguri, Jan 25 (ANI): Ahead of India’s Republic Day on January 26, paramilitary forces have been put on high security alert along the Indo-Nepal border in West Bengal. The security was stepped up along the international border near villages in Siliguri district. Inspector general of an Indian paramilitary force, Kuldiep Singh said that the patrolling along border was intensified as a result of the alert issued to check infiltration and ensure safety. This year, Japanese Prime Minister Shinzo Abe will be the chief guest at Republic Day celebrations. Jan 25, 2014