India, Jan. 26 -- The United States marked India's 77th Republic Day with a special message that highlighted the strong and long-standing relationship between the two nations. President Donald Trump described the connection as a "historic bond" between the two democracies.

India celebrated Republic Day on Monday, remembering January 26, 1950 - the day the Indian Constitution came into force. This historic moment officially shaped India into the world's largest democracy.

In his official message, President Donald Trump congratulated India and praised the shared democratic values of both countries. He said, "On behalf of the people of the United States, I extend my heartfelt congratulations to the government and people of India as you cel...