Defense Minister Rajnath Singh

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Rajnath Singh Remembers Martyred Soldiers Of 1971 War: Vijay Diwas

Defence Minister Rajnath Singh paid tribute to the soldiers who lost their lives in the 1971 war on the occasion of Swarnim Vijay Diwas on December 16. "The 1971 war is the golden chapter in India's military history," tweeted Singh. He also shared a picture of 'Instrument of Surrender''. Notably, the day marks India's victory in the 1971 war and the formation of Bangladesh. 

Thu, 16 Dec 2021 - 10:12 AM / by Madhvi Jha

Tags: Swarnim Vijay Mashaal, Defence Minister Rajnath Singh, Twitter, 1971 War, PM Modi

Courtesy: ANI

IAF's vintage plane Dakota

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IAF’s Vintage Aircraft Dakota To Soar Rajpath's Horizon This R-Day

Honouring the 50 years of the 1971 Bangladesh liberation war, the 72nd Republic Day Parade will witness a vintage transport aircraft - Dakota. Previously employed in the 1971 war, the aircraft will soar Rajpath's horizon as Bangladesh's military contingent marches across. Accompanied by two Mi-17-1V, the refurbished Dakota will present its first Rudra formation. The aircraft was gifted by MP Rajeev Chandrasekhar, who bought and restored the… read-more

Wed, 20 Jan 2021 - 06:38 PM / by Ashly Ann Varghese

Tags: Republic Day 2021, Republic Day Parade, Bangladesh, 1971 War, Rajpath

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Army Chief General MM Naravane

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Veterans Day 2021: Army To Celebrate 2021 As Golden Victory Year

Honouring 50 years of the 1971 Bangladesh war victory, the Indian Armed Forces has vouched to celebrate 2021 as a 'Golden Victory Year.' Speaking on Veterans Day 2021, Army Chief General MM Naravane affirmed that multiple events would be organized to mark the golden jubilee. Reportedly, a memorial also will be constructed with soil collected from the natives of the 1971 gallantry awardees.

Thu, 14 Jan 2021 - 01:42 PM / by Ashly Ann Varghese

Tags: Indian Army, Army Chief, 1971 War, Veteran's Day

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R-Day Parade

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50 Years Of 1971 War: Bangladeshi Soldiers To Parade On Republic Day

To mark 50 years of the 1971 war, wherein Indian and Bangladeshi soldiers fought shoulder to shoulder, 122 Bangladeshi soldiers will participate in the Republic Day Parade on January 26. "Together We Fought, Together We March" tweeted Indian Army on January 11, informing that the Bangladeshi soldiers have departed for India. Interestingly, this will be the first time when any Bangladeshi contingent will march on the Rajpath.

Wed, 13 Jan 2021 - 10:02 AM / by Nikita Thakur

Tags: India, Bangladesh, 1971 War, R-day, Republic Day 2021

Courtesy: Times Now