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…
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Guwahati, June 30 (IANS) Assam Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma on Tuesday paid rich tributes to Vir Chakra awardee Captain Jintu Gogoi on his martyrdom day, remembering the young Army officer’s supreme sacrifice during the Kargil War and describing his legacy as an enduring source of inspiration for generations.In a message posted on social media, the Chief Minister said Captain Gogoi’s unwavering devotion to the nation symbolised the highest ideals of courage, patriotism and selfless service…
New Delhi, June 29 (IANS) On this day in 1999, the rugged terrain of Drass, now part of Ladakh, witnessed a victory that set the tone for the later triumphs in the Kargil War. The battle to reclaim ‘Three Pimples’ was to gain a peak of giant significance. It was among the sparks that ignited India’s momentum in the Kargil War, leading to the eventual eviction of Pakistani intruders.While recalling the Kargil War of 1999, names like Tiger Hill and Tololing dominate the narrative. However, o…
Guwahati, May 11 (IANS) The Assam Rifles organised a series of commemorative outreach activities to honour the bravehearts of the 1962 Sino-Indian War and uphold the rich military heritage and legacy of the battalion, officials said on Monday. The initiatives aimed at paying tribute to the soldiers’ supreme sacrifice while inspiring patriotism and historical awareness among the local populace and younger generation.A defence spokesman said that during the conflict, 11 Assam Rifles was deployed…
Panaji, Jan 12 (IANS) Former Indian Navy chief Admiral Arun Prakash on Monday appreciated the outpouring of concern over his SIR-related tribulations, reiterating the need to revise the form for the electoral roll exercise and deploy “fully trained” booth-level officers (BLOs).“While I appreciate the outpouring of concern, my rank & service are not relevant & I am bound by EC rules like any other citizen. However, @ECIVEEP needs to consider: (a) revising SIR form to capture more in…