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PM Narendra Modi Claims 'Azadi Ka Amrit Mahotsav' Becoming Mass Movement
Prime Minister Narendra Modi stated "Azadi Ka Amrit Mahotsav" is becoming a popular movement with people from all walks of life participating. He also paid gratitude to warriors who gave their lives for India. "Under Azadi Ka Amrit Mahotsav, between August 13 to August 15, 'Har Ghar Tiranga' movement, will be held. You should become a part of… read-more
Tags: Azadi Ka Amrit Mahotsav, Prime Minister Narendra Modi, 75 years of independence, India, soldiers
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Indian Troops Competes American Army In Kabaddi: Ex Yudh Abhyas 2021
Indian soldiers participated in friendly games of Kabaddi, American Football, Soccer, and Volleyball with American soldiers on October 16. This is a part of the 17th edition of the India-US joint training exercise "Ex Yudh Abhyas 21," which began on October 15 at Joint Base Elmendorf Richardson in Alaska. These sporting activities allowed the troops to get to know one another better, which would be useful in future activities.
Tags: India, United States Of America, soldiers, Kabbadi
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3 Soldiers Injured In Uri LoC While Stopping Infiltration Attempt
As per sources, three soldiers were injured when vigilant forces stopped an infiltration attempt by terrorists from across the Line of Control (LoC) in Uri region. According to defense officials, on September 25 evening, vigilant forces confronted heavily armed terrorists attempting to penetrate the Uri region. "An encounter ensued between the infiltrating terrorists and 3 soldiers were injured," stated sources. Reportedly, the injured… read-more
Tags: Infiltration, soldiers, URI, Jammu and Kashmir
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Algerian Wildfire Kills 25 Soldiers, 7 Civilians; Interior Minster Says 'Criminal Act'
Wildfires in Algeria claimed 25 Algerian soldiers' life who were involved in the attempt to douse the fire on August 10, said the Algerian Defence Ministry. Meanwhile, Interior Minister Kamel Beldjoud demanded an investigation saying the fire is a ''criminal act''. Reportedly, the fire erupted across 14 Algerian provinces on August 9 also killed seven civilians, and left dozens injured. However, the government has decided to compensate the… read-more
Tags: Wildfires, Algeria, Fire, soldiers, KILLED
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Ukraine Authorities Face Backlash From Female Lawmakers
Ukraine government faces accusations of mocking, sexualizing, and disrespecting female soldiers after the photographs of lady soldiers practicing parade in heels witnessed over SM. Several females lawmakers have even demanded a public apology from the government over the issue. However, lawmakers have also demanded an inquiry against the act.
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Common Entrance Exam Scheduled On June 27 Postponed Due To COVID
Amid the COVID-19, the Indian Army has postponed the Common Entrance Exam (CEE) scheduled to be held on June 27. The CEE was conducted for the selection of soldier general duty, soldier technical, soldier tradesman class 10th and 8th, soldier (NA/ vet) and soldier clerks. However, the new dates have not been revealed but is expected to be intimated soon. Earlier, several dates for the exams have been postponed.
Tags: Indian Army, Covid-19 Test, common entrance test, soldiers
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Army Nabs Imposter From MP's Mhow, Recovers Fake Uniform, ID Cards
A 24-year-old, identified as Mithun Verma, was arrested for pretending as a soldier in Madhya Pradesh's Mhow. Reportedly, the suspicion arose when the accused did not salute an officer passing by and later, on being interrogated, he failed to answer his details. Earlier, army aspirant Mithun had impostered himself as a Bihar regiment jawan. Recovering many out-of-bound photos in his phone, the Army is interrogating him over duplicate uniforms… read-more
Tags: Madhya Pradesh, Fake documents, Indian Army, soldiers
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Defence Minister Launches Refurbished Gallantry Awards Website
As a homage to the valiant soldiers and their families, Defence Minister Rajnath Singh on January 25 launched the renovated online portal for the gallantry awards. Reportedly, the website would present round-the-clock information on martyrs who sacrificed their lives for the nation. Besides, the page hosted a 'Tributes and Pledges' section. Additionally, Minister Singh also propelled fresh… read-more
Tags: Defence Minister Rajnath Singh, gallantry awards, soldiers, Tribute
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10 Australian Special Forces Soldiers To Be Dismissed For Illegal Killings
The Australian Defence Department has issued a termination notice to 10 soldiers from special forces after it found valid evidence against them for illegal killings in Afghanistan. An independent report found evidence against 19 Australian soldiers who allegedly killed 39 unarmed Afghan civilians and prisoners. Moreover, they have been asked to respond in 10 days. Reportedly, Australia sent it troops to co-shoulder US-led forces in fighting… read-more
Tags: Australia, Afghanistan, Taliban, Special Forces, soldiers, Army, Insurgency, Terrorism
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Troops Plan To Leave Afghanistan; NATO Chief Warns Of Militants' Regrouping
Amid western troops willing to vacate Afghanistan, NATO General Secretary Jens Stoltenberg has warned of regrouping of Islamic State militants in the region. “The price for leaving too soon or in an uncoordinated way could be very high,” he said. Earlier, Trump had prioritized complete disengagement from the region by Christmas. While many NATO allies are eager to leave, a total of 12,000 NATO troops, including 4,500 US soldiers, are guarding… read-more
Tags: NATO, Afghanistan, Taliban, soldiers, Troops, Donald Trump, United States, ISIS
Courtesy: Indian Express
