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As EU leaders attended India’s Republic Day parade in New Delhi, European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen highlighted India’s role in global stability and prosperity. Her remarks came ahead of the EU–India Summit on 27 January 2026, where both sides are expected to push forward discussions on a long-awaited trade agreement and broader strategic cooperation.
Security agencies in the national capital stepped up surveillance and checks in the run-up to Republic Day after intelligence inputs suggested a coordinated attack could be attempted on or before 26 January, prompting intensified screening at transit points and wider threat-monitoring.
BJP leader Nitin Nabin was elected unopposed as the party’s national president after being the only valid nominee. Party statements and reports described his elevation as a younger-leadership move and said he would take charge in New Delhi in the presence of senior leaders.
On 26 January 2026, political leaders across parties in Uttar Pradesh used Republic Day events to underline constitutional ideals, with statements on social equality, democratic values and protecting the Constitution.
Across party lines, political leaders used Republic Day messages and events to emphasise constitutional ideals, democratic values and the need to protect the Constitution, with statements from state leaders and opposition figures during 26 January programmes.
Rajasthan’s cabinet-cleared draft Disturbed Areas Bill, 2026 has drawn criticism from the Congress, which argues the proposal is politically driven, relies on undefined terms and duplicates existing legal provisions, while also raising constitutional concerns around property and equality.
Security agencies stepped up vigilance in Delhi and other sensitive locations ahead of Republic Day after intelligence inputs warned of a coordinated terror plan, with possible targets including major temples and transit hubs, according to an NDTV report dated 21 January 2026.
As Parliament moves toward the Budget Session 2026, the ‘One Nation, One Election’ proposal remains on the agenda through a Joint Parliamentary Committee that has been granted time to submit its report by the first day of the last week of the session.
Eastern Naval Command chief Vice-Admiral Sanjay Bhalla said Visakhapatnam will see a rare convergence in 2026: the International Fleet Review, Exercise MILAN-26 and the Indian Ocean Naval Symposium conclave, described as the largest such naval congregation in India’s history.
As Parliament prepares for the Budget Session 2026, the ‘One Nation, One Election’ proposal remains under scrutiny, with the Joint Parliamentary Committee given time to submit its report by the first day of the last week of the session. The reform aims to synchronise polls, while the Opposition argues it could undermine federalism and state autonomy.
Delhi security agencies were placed on heightened alert following intelligence inputs warning of a possible coordinated attack ahead of Republic Day 2026. The advisory flagged possible threats to religious sites and public locations, with agencies increasing monitoring and security measures across the capital and adjoining areas.
In the 130th episode of Mann Ki Baat on January 25, 2026—National Voters’ Day—Prime Minister Narendra Modi called on young Indians to register as voters when they turn 18 and to strengthen democracy through active participation. He linked the message to Republic Day and reflected on the Constitution and the role of election workers.