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India Today
5 days ago
- Politics
- India Today
'Jai Hind' echoes as India pays tribute to Kargil heroes on 26th Vijay Diwas
Prime Minister Narendra Modi and President Droupadi Murmu led the nation in paying tribute to the soldiers who laid down their lives during the Kargil War, as India observed the 26th Kargil Vijay Diwas on Saturday."Heartfelt greetings to the countrymen on Kargil Vijay Diwas. This occasion reminds us of the unparalleled courage and valor of those brave sons of Mother India who dedicated their lives to protect the nation's pride. Their passion to sacrifice everything for the motherland will continue to inspire every generation. Jai Hind!" Prime Minister Modi said in a message. advertisementPresident Murmu echoed similar sentiments, calling the day a symbol of "extraordinary valour, courage and steadfast determination" of the nation's soldiers. "Their dedication and supreme sacrifice for the nation will forever inspire citizens," she said. Union Defence Minister Rajnath Singh also paid tribute, saying, "Kargil Vijay Diwas is an unforgettable day of pride and the saga of victory for our nation's brave soldiers. In the year 1999, our soldiers, through 'Operation Vijay,' brought the enemy to their knees, setting an indelible example of indomitable courage and valor. The nation will forever remain indebted to your sacrifice and dedication." Earlier in the day, Singh arrived at the National War Memorial in Delhi to offer tributes. Videos surfaced showing him joined by Chief of Defence Staff General Anil Chauhan, Chief of Army Staff General Upendra Dwivedi, Chief of Air Staff Air Chief Marshal AP Singh, and Chief of Naval Staff Admiral Dinesh K Tripathi in paying homage to the fallen the Kargil War Memorial in Dras, Ladakh, Lieutenant Governor Kavinder Gupta laid a wreath to honour those who died in the 1999 conflict. Congress President Mallikarjun Kharge also marked the occasion, saying, "We bow in reverence and salute the supreme sacrifice of our martyrs who valiantly defended our motherland in the Kargil War. Their unflinching courage and valour will forever inspire generations. Jai Hind."The Headquarters Integrated Defence Staff posted a message from General Anil Chauhan, Chief of Defence Staff, extending greetings to all ranks of the Armed Forces, veterans, Veer Naris, and their families. "Saluting our bravehearts on Kargil Vijay Diwas! Their indomitable courage and supreme sacrifice will forever inspire us. Let's honour their legacy by serving our nation with dedication and national pride," it Vijay Diwas is observed every year on July 26 to commemorate India's victory over Pakistan in 1999. - EndsTune InMust Watch
Time of India
09-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Time of India
Anushka Sharma, Virat Kohli are ‘forever indebted' to Indian armed forces
Anushka Sharma lauds armed forces Live Events Virat Kohli expresses gratitude to troops Anushka Sharma's support for armed forces (You can now subscribe to our (You can now subscribe to our Economic Times WhatsApp channel Amid the escalating military tensions between India and Pakistan, Anushka Sharma has shared a message lauding the Indian armed forces. The Sultan actress expressed her gratitude for the soldiers fighting to protect the nation, and their families as well. Anushka Sharma is the latest celebrity to support the Indian armed forces after they conducted Operation Sindoor in Pakistan and Pakistan Occupied Kashmir (POK) on May cricketer Virat Kohli , who is married to Anushka Sharma, also posted in support of the country's armed hails from a defence background herself. Her father, Colonel (retired) Ajay Kumar Sharma was part of the Indian Army and had served in the Kargil War, according to the a supportive message on Instagram, the Dil Dhadakne Do actress wrote, 'Eternally grateful to our Indian Armed Forces for protecting us through these times like the heroes that they are. Heartfelt gratitude to the sacrifices they and their families have made. Jai Hind."The tensions have led to the suspension of the Indian Premier League (IPL) for a week, PTI reported. As the news came in, Virat Kohli shared an encouraging message for Indian soldiers and said that the country was 'forever indebted' to them for their wrote, 'We stand in solidarity with, and salute our armed forces for fiercely protecting our country in these difficult times. We are forever indebted to our heroes for their unwavering bravery and heartfelt gratitude for the sacrifices they and their families make for our great nation. Jai Hind."The couple's posts come as military tensions are ratcheting up between India and Pakistan. On Friday, May 9, the army accused Pakistan of launching 'multiple attacks using drones and other munitions along the entire Western Border.' It also accused the neighbouring country of multiple ceasefire violations (CFVs) along the Line of Control in Jammu and is not the first time Anushka Sharma has praised Indian soldiers. In an interview with ETimes in 2012, the Band Baaja Baraat star stated that she feels more pride in stating that she is the daughter of an army officer than being an actor.
Time of India
07-05-2025
- Sport
- Time of India
Sachin Tendulkar reacts to 'Operation Sindoor': ‘There's no room for terrorism'
Sachin Tendulkar (PTI Photo) Go Beyond The Boundary with our YouTube channel. Bombay Sport Exchange Ep4: India vs Pakistan relations, IPL's formation NEW DELHI: Legendary cricketer Sachin Tendulkar has joined a growing chorus of national voices in applauding the Indian armed forces for their precise and bold execution of " Operation Sindoor ".Reacting to the military operation, Tendulkar posted on social media: 'Fearless in unity. Boundless in strength. India's shield is her people. There's no room for terrorism in this world. We're ONE TEAM! Jai Hind.'Operation Sindoor was launched during the early hours of May 7 in retaliation for the recent Pahalgam terror attack that killed 26 innocent Indian Air Force struck nine terror launchpads across Pakistan and Pakistan-Occupied Kashmir, targeting infrastructure linked to banned groups such as Jaish-e-Mohammed and Lashkar-e-Taiba Crucially, the operation was executed without breaching Pakistani airspace, showcasing strategic precision and former and current Indian cricketers expressed their solidarity. Gautam Gambhir, Aakash Chopra, Harbhajan Singh, Suresh Raina, and Jhulan Goswami posted strong messages supporting the military wrote: '#OperationSindoor is Bharat's response to the brutal killing of our innocent brothers in Pahalgam. JAI HIND.'Varun Chakravarthy, currently active in the IPL with Kolkata Knight Riders, also shared the operation's official image on his Instagram pacer Chetan Sharma emphasised the symbolic nature of the strike, calling it more than retaliation: 'When it comes to security, India does not shy away. #OperationSindoor - Not an answer, but a message.'According to defence officials, the targets were carefully selected based on intelligence inputs and eliminated without harming civilians or Pakistani military infrastructure, reinforcing India's policy of targeted and accountable counter-terrorism.
