Beating Retreat Ceremony 2026 held on January 29

Exam-focused facts from the 30 January 2026 current affairs briefing.

Key facts

The Beating Retreat ceremony was held at Vijay Chowk in New Delhi on January 29, 2026.
The ceremony marks the formal conclusion of the Republic Day celebrations.
The event featured performances by the bands of the Indian Army, Indian Navy, and Indian Air Force.
Defence Minister Rajnath Singh confirmed that the ceremony commenced at 5:00 pm.
Prime Minister (PM) Narendra Modi stated that the event showcases the discipline, traditions, and valour of the armed forces.