Mercury shooting up to 26 degrees Celsius in January is a rare occurrence for Delhi, where maximum temperatures typically remain below 25 degrees Celsius for the winter month.

Indonesian President Prabowo Subianto looked on as guest of honour at India's annual military and cultural parade in New Delhi held to mark the country's 76th Republic Day on Sunday. Republic Day marks the adoption of India's post-independence constitution in 1950 with the parade being held at a revamped colonial-era boulevard that also hosts important government buildings.

The United States has congratulated India recognizing its “enduring significance as the foundation of the world’s largest democracy.” Recently, Marco Rubio marked his first day as US Secretary of State hosting the Foreign Ministers of Australia,