Fri Jan 24 20:10:00 IST 2025: ## Republic Day Parade to Feature First-Ever Father-Son Army Duo; Other News Highlights

**New Delhi, January 24, 2025** – This year’s Republic Day parade will mark a historic first, featuring a father-son duo serving in the Indian Army. This announcement comes alongside a flurry of other news, ranging from Bollywood updates to political developments and international affairs.

Actor Mamta Kulkarni’s recent renunciation of worldly life at the Mahakumbh has gone viral, with reports circulating about her new name. Meanwhile, in the sporting world, Rishabh Pant’s potential impact on India’s Champions Trophy campaign has been highlighted by LSG mentor Zaheer Khan.

The political landscape is abuzz with tension, as Delhi Chief Minister Arvind Kejriwal criticized Uttar Pradesh CM Yogi Adityanath over Delhi’s law and order situation, prompting a sharp retort. Additionally, Indonesian President Prabowo’s four-day visit to India is expected to yield several MoUs. The upcoming Union Budget is also generating considerable attention, with the traditional “Halwa” ceremony set to take place.

Other headlines include: a report on a major scholarship scam in Himachal Pradesh, the ongoing debate surrounding the Waqf Bill, and a mass deportation drive in the US. The MEA addressed several international issues, including the presence of a designated terrorist at Trump’s inauguration and disruptions during the screening of a film on the Emergency in the UK.

The entertainment world saw news of Akshay Kumar selling a Mumbai apartment and the release date announcement for Sunny Deol’s film “Jaat”. Legal updates include the extension of police custody for an accused in the Saif Ali Khan stabbing case, and ongoing controversies surrounding the film “Chhaava”.

Finally, the tech world saw leaks regarding the iPhone 17 design and news on the expansion of BSNL’s 4G and 5G networks. Alia Bhatt’s dietician shared tips on diabetes management, while other news covered topics ranging from gold prices and the stock market to health advice and international relations.

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