Ahmedabad, July 26 (IANS) Adani Sportsline on Sunday opened registrations for the landmark 10th edition of the Ahmedabad Marathon, which will be held on November 29, with the announcement coinciding with Kargil Vijay Diwas. Continuing with its long-standing theme, #Run4OurSoldiers, the marathon will pay tribute to the courage and sacrifice of India’s Armed Forces while bringing together runners from across the country in a celebration of fitness, community spirit and national pride.Over the la…
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Chennai, July 26 (IANS) One of India’s greatest singers, K S Chitra, on Sunday joined scores of people cutting across regions and languages in paying tribute to the brave sons of the Indian Army, who laid down their lives in the service of the nation in the 1999 Kargil war. Taking to her Instagram page, the renowned singer wrote, “Today, we remember the brave sons of Bharat who made the ultimate sacrifice to defend our motherland during the 1999 Kargil War. Under Operation Vijay, our courageous …
Hyderabad, July 26 (IANS) Telangana Governor Shiv Pratap Shukla has said that the extraordinary courage and supreme sacrifice of heroes of the Kargil War safeguarded India’s sovereignty and territorial integrity.On the occasion of Kargil Vijay Diwas, the Governor paid tributes to the soldiers who laid down their lives.“Heartfelt tributes to the immortal heroes of the Kargil War, whose extraordinary courage, unwavering patriotism, and supreme sacrifice safeguarded the sovereignty and territor…
New Delhi, July 26 (IANS) Former India cricketers Virender Sehwag and Kedar Jadhav paid tribute to the brave soldiers of the Indian Armed Forces on Kargil Vijay Diwas, acknowledging their extraordinary courage, sacrifice, and steadfast dedication to protecting India’s sovereignty. The country is celebrating the 27th anniversary of Kargil Vijay Diwas, marking India’s victory in the 1999 Kargil War. The day honours the 527 soldiers who sacrificed their lives during Operation Vijay and acknowledges…
Drass, July 26 (IANS) Defence Minister Rajnath Singh said on Sunday that terrorism has become a part of state policy in Pakistan and the difference between the military and the militant has vanished in that country.Addressing the 27th Kargil Vijay Diwas commemorations here on Sunday, Rajnath Singh said terrorism is now part of Pakistani state policy and the difference between military and militant has vanished in that country.“And that is why we have decided not to differentiate between terror…
Bengaluru, July 26 (IANS) Karnataka Chief Minister D.K. Shivakumar on Sunday said the sacrifices made by Indian soldiers are the foundation of the nation’s courage, freedom, and pride, while reiterating the state government’s commitment to safeguarding the welfare of ex-servicemen and their families.Addressing the Kargil Vijay Diwas commemorative event at the National Military Memorial near Jawaharlal Nehru Planetarium in Bengaluru, Shivakumar paid tribute to the brave soldiers who laid down …
New Delhi, July 26 (IANS) Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Sunday recalled his visit to Indonesia earlier this month, during which a major agreement on BrahMos and Astra missiles was signed between the two nations, and highlighted the world’s increasing confidence towards India’s defence equipment and technology. Addressing the 136th episode of his monthly radio programme, ‘Mann Ki Baat’, PM Modi said, “Whether it is defence production, exports or political cooperation with the friendly nations, …
Dras, July 26 (IANS) Army Chief General Dhiraj Seth paid humble tributes to the brave and heroic martyrs on the 27th anniversary of Kargil Vijay Diwas, assuring that the Indian Army, in every way, is fully with the country in its progress and, in the coming time, will make the country’s flag fly even higher. Speaking to reporters after the Kargil Vijay Diwas event in Dras, Ladakh, Army Chief General Dhiraj Seth said, “On the 27th anniversary of Kargil Vijay Diwas, here, by my own presence, I fee…
New Delhi, July 26 (IANS) Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Sunday paid homage to the bravehearts of the 1999 War and said that the Kargil Vijay Diwas fills everyone with pride and reminds the nation of the “extraordinary courage” of the Indian Armed Forces. Addressing the 136th episode of his monthly radio programme, ‘Mann Ki Baat’, PM Modi said, “There are certain dates in our lives for which we do not need to look at the calendar. Today, July 26, is one such date. Today is the Kargil Vijay Diwa…
Drass, July 26 (IANS) Defence Minister Rajnath Singh paid tribute on Sunday to the brave soldiers of the 1999 Kargil War, commemorating Kargil Vijay Diwas, reflecting how the enemy underestimated the bravery and determination of the Indian Army. Addressing the gathering at Kargil War Memorial in Drass, Singh said, “The Tricolour that flutters so proudly atop the Kargil War Memorial comes at a tremendous cost to its honour, pride, and glory. Exactly 27 years ago from today, in this very July of 1…