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 …
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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…
New Delhi, Jan 26 (IANS) India witnessed a rare spectacle on its 77th Republic Day when a specially curated animal contingent of the Indian Army’s Remount and Veterinary Corps (RVC) marched down Kartavya Path, underscoring the indispensable role animals play in defending the country’s most demanding frontiers. It marked the first time such a diverse animal formation was presented during the national parade, drawing attention to a lesser-seen but vital dimension of military preparedness.The conti…
Jammu, Jan 22 (IANS) At least 10 soldiers were killed, and 10 others were injured in a road accident in J&K’s Doda district on Thursday as they were on their way to a high-altitude post, officials said.Officials said that the accident occurred when an army vehicle went out of the driver’s control and dropped into a deep gorge in Doda.”The accident took place on the Bhaderwah-Chamba road at Khanni Top. The bulletproof army vehicle was carrying around 20 personnel when its driver lost cont…
Mumbai, Jan 9 (IANS) Veteran actor Anupam Kher, who returned to the director’s seat after two decades with “Tanvi The Great”, is celebrating a quiet yet deeply meaningful milestone as the film has completed 100 days in limited theatres. Taking to Instagram, Kher reflected on his lifelong belief in never giving up, a philosophy he says has guided both his life and career.Anupam shared the poster of the film and wrote in the caption section: “100 Days Of ‘TANVI THE GREAT’: All my life …
Jammu, Dec 24 (IANS) A junior commissioned officer (JCO) of the Army was killed in a gunshot incident on Wednesday while on duty in Jammu and Kashmir’s Samba district.Officials said the injured JCO was immediately shifted to the hospital, but he succumbed to critical injury.While an investigation has been started into the incident, officials said, any terrorist angle to the incident has been ruled out.More details were awaited.Incidents of accidental firing resulting in fatal injuries to deplo…