New Delhi, July 26 (IANS) Leader of Opposition in the Lok Sabha, Rahul Gandhi, and Congress National President Mallikarjun Kharge on Sunday paid homage to the brave soldiers who laid down their lives on the line of duty during the 1999 Kargil War and hailed their courage and valour. India is commemorating the 27th Kargil Vijay Diwas on Sunday, marked with gratitude and national pride, in remembrance of the historic 1999 victory when Indian soldiers reclaimed the snow-covered heights of Kargil.In…
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New Delhi, July 26 (IANS) President Droupadi Murmu on Sunday paid homage to the valiant soldiers who sacrificed their lives on the line of duty during the 1999 Kargil War, hailing their unparalleled valour and patriotism, which she said would continue to inspire future generations. India is commemorating the 27th Kargil Vijay Diwas on Sunday, marked with gratitude and national pride, in remembrance of the historic 1999 victory when Indian soldiers reclaimed the snow-covered heights of Kargil.In …
New Delhi, July 25 (IANS) India observed the 27th Kargil Vijay Diwas on 26 July 2026 with gratitude and national pride, commemorating the historic victory of 1999 when Indian soldiers reclaimed the snow-covered heights of Kargil. The conflict, which began in May 1999 after Pakistani forces infiltrated across the Line of Control and occupied commanding heights, aimed to sever the link between Kashmir and Ladakh and isolate troops on the Siachen Glacier. India responded with Operation Vijay, suppo…
Jaipur, July 1 (IANS) Lt Gen Mohit Malhotra, AVSM, SM, on Wednesday assumed charge as the General Officer Commanding-in-Chief (GOC-in-C) of the Indian Army’s South Western Command, headquartered in Jaipur.Commissioned into the 47 Armoured Regiment in June 1989, Lt Gen Malhotra brings more than 37 years of distinguished military service, with extensive experience in command, staff and instructional appointments across the Indian Army.Prior to his new assignment, he served as the Chief of Staff, H…
Leh, June 27 (IANS) Chief of Army Staff General Upendra Dwivedi on Saturday visited the headquarters of the Leh-based Fire and Fury Corps and reviewed the operational preparedness in the Ladakh region. The Additional Director General of Public Information (ADG PI) of the Army said on X today: “General Upendra Dwivedi, COAS, visited HQ Fire and Fury Corps and reviewed its operational preparedness, combat readiness and capability development in Ladakh.””The COAS was briefed on the prevailing secur…
New Delhi, April 13 (IANS) On the occasion of Siachen Day, the Ministry of Defence on Monday paid tribute to the unwavering courage and commitment of soldiers guarding the icy heights of the world’s highest battlefield. On April 13, 1984, the Indian Army mounted the secretly planned Operation Meghdoot and took control of the Siachen Glacier.The PRO and Spokesperson of the Ministry of Defence, Jammu Region, shared a message on the social media platform X, stating, “On the occasion of Siachen …
New Delhi, April 13 (IANS) The Indian Army and the Indian Air Force on Monday saluted the indomitable courage, unwavering commitment, and supreme sacrifice of India’s brave soldiers defending the world’s highest battlefield. As Operation Meghdoot completed 42 years, both forces paid tribute to a legacy defined by valour, endurance, and operational excellence in some of the harshest terrains and weather conditions on Earth.Taking to the social media platform X, the Indian Army commemorated th…
Jammu, March 10 (IANS) The body of an Indian Army soldier, who went missing during a river crossing exercise, was recovered on Tuesday a day after the accident.Officials said that the body of the soldier who had gone missing during a river-crossing training exercise in Rajouri district of Jammu and Kashmir a day earlier, was recovered today.“The body of Sepoy Akshit Sharma was recovered from the Manawar stream in the Khour area by a joint search party of the Army, the National Disaster Respons…
Mumbai, March 5 (IANS) Filmmaker Mahesh Bhatt has heaped praise on actor Anupam Kher’s directorial “Tanvi The Great,” calling it the most outstanding movie he has watched this year. Anupam took to Instagram to share a video message from Mahesh Bhatt, in which the veteran filmmaker applauded the film’s emotional depth and storytelling.In the video, Mahesh Bhatt said: “Tanvi The Great is the most outstanding picture I’ve seen in the year 2025. It’s a brave film, it’s a sensitive film, it…
Mumbai, Jan 30 (IANS) Veteran actor Anupam Kher visited the holy city of Varanasi, seeking blessings at the iconic Sankat Mochan Temple and the revered Kashi Vishwanath Temple. The actor offered prayers for himself and the well-being of all. Anupam took to Instagram, where he shared a string of videos and pictures from his visit. In one clip, the actor is seen talking about his visit. He said that the atmosphere was very peaceful and added that he prayed wholeheartedly for everyone.He then wrote…