Security personnel stand guard near the Syed Faiz Elahi mosque after the demolition of alleged encroachments from a land adjoining the mosque carried out by the Municipal Corporation of Delhi. (Pics/PTI)

Preparations for India’s Republic Day Parade are in full swing at Kartavya Path, Delhi, as the Indian Navy and other forces rehearse disciplined drills and vibrant tableaus ahead of the January 26 celebrations. (Pics/PTI)