1999 Kargil war

Kargil Vijay Diwas 2025: Celebrating 26 Years of Courage with Iconic & Rare Pictures - In Pics

This year marks the 26th anniversary of Kargil Vijay Diwas, commemorating the end of the Kargil War between India and Pakistan, which began in May 1999.

 

Jul 26, 2025, 12:26 PM IST

Nation Remembers Heroes: From PM Modi To Prez Murmu, Leaders Pay Homage To Fallen Soldiers On Kargil Vijay Diwas

On Kargil Vijay Diwas, leaders including PM Modi, President Murmu, Rajnath Singh, and Kharge paid tribute to the 1999 war heroes. Ceremonies in Drass honored the fallen soldiers, while the nation remembered their sacrifice and bravery during Operation Vijay.

Jul 26, 2025, 10:22 AM IST

Meet This Veteran Bollywood Actor Who Served Indian Army In 1999 Kargil War, He Is Three-Time National Award Winner, His Name Is...

THIS bollywood actor who played a significant role in 1999 Kargil war and is now set to star in Housefull 5. 

May 09, 2025, 15:41 PM IST

Pakistan Army Confesses Role In 1999 Kargil War—A Shocking Admission After 25 Years

This is the first time the Pakistani military has publicly confirmed its direct involvement in the 1999 Kargil War. 

Sep 07, 2024, 14:10 PM IST

PM Modi Warns Pakistan On Kargil Vijay Diwas, Says 'Our Soldiers Will Crush Terrorism...'

PM Modi remarked that Kargil Vijay Diwas tells us that the sacrifices made for the nation are immortal.

Jul 26, 2024, 12:07 PM IST

Meet Kargil War Hero K. Nachiketa Rao: A Tale Of Bravery And Resilience

Group Captain informed that enemy soldiers had shoved the barrel of AK-47 into his mouth and he was staring at the soldier's finger on the trigger, wondering if he would pull it.

 

Jul 26, 2024, 10:24 AM IST

‘It Was Our Fault...’: What Is The 1999 Agreement, Pakistan's Former PM Nawaz Sharif Confessed To Have Breached?

Former Prime Minister of Pakistan Nawaz Sharif accepted that Islamabad ‘violated’ an agreement with India in 1999.

May 29, 2024, 08:25 AM IST

'Jai Hind': PM Modi Pays Tributes To Fallen Soldiers On Kargil Vijay Diwas

The day brings to the fore the bravery of India's unparalleled warriors who will always remain a source of inspiration to the people of the country, the prime minister said in a tweet in Hindi.

Jul 26, 2023, 10:02 AM IST

Who Was Captain Vikram Batra? Relive Story Of The Valiant Indian Army Soldier Who Inspired Movie Shershaah

July 7 marks the death anniversary of Captain Vikram Batra. Captain Vikram Batra, often referred to as 'Sher Shah' (Lion King), was a highly decorated officer of the Indian Army. He was born on September 9, 1974, in Himachal Pradesh, India. He was the elder twin son of Girdhari Lal Batra and Kamal Batra. Captain Batra played a significant role during the Kargil War of 1999 between India and Pakistan. As a child, Captain Batra had always been inspired to join the forces. He attended DAV College Chandigarh, where he had joined the National Cadet Corps (NCC). During the inter-state NCC Camp, he was adjudged the best NCC Cadet Air Wing. He even attended and marched at the Republic Day Parade.

Jul 07, 2023, 15:44 PM IST

India licked Pakistan to dust in Operation Vijay of Kargil War

1999 में हुई करगिल वॉर. आज से 23 साल पहले भारत-पाकिस्तान के बीच हुए इस युद्ध को याद कर आज भी उन शहीदों का चेहरा याद आ जाता है, जिन्होंने इस जंग में हमारी धरती मां के लिए अपनी जान दे दी. करगिल युद्ध की शुरुआत 1999 के मई में हुई थी और इसके लिए भारतीय सेना ने ऑपरेशन विजय चलाया था. 26 जुलाई 1999 को उस वक्त के प्रधानमंत्री अटल बिहारी वाजपेयी ने इस युद्ध में भारत की जीत का ऐलान किया था.

Aug 14, 2022, 19:28 PM IST

I would've chosen to be in the Army like my grandfather: Sidharth Malhotra

Actor Sidharth Malhotra plays the role of Param Vir Chakra awardee Captain Vikram Batra, who attained martyrdom in the 1999 Kargil War, in his latest film 'Shershaah'. His role as a soldier has been well-received by the audience.

Aug 14, 2021, 17:58 PM IST

Kargil Vijay Diwas: Bollywood celebs hail Kargil heroes

The Indian armed forces had defeated the Pakistan army in Kargil in July 1999. Since then this day is being celebrated as 'Kargil Vijay Diwas'.

Jul 26, 2020, 17:41 PM IST

Kargil Vijay Diwas: Let's take a look at the Bollywood films based on Kargil War

Kargil Vijay Diwas: The year 2020 marks the 21st anniversary of the Kargil War.

Jul 26, 2020, 13:30 PM IST

India to observe 21st anniversary of Kargil Vijay Diwas on July 26, pay tribute to its brave martyrs

Operation Vijay was one of the most prominent wars and hard-fought victories fought by the Indian Armed Forces between May and July 1999.

Jul 25, 2020, 00:49 AM IST

DNA: Indian Air Force bid farewell to swing-wing MiG-27 fighters

Indian Air Force (IAF) bids farewell to its swing-wing MiG-27 fighter jets that played a key stellar role in the 1999 Kargil War. The MiG-27 fighter jets have the backbone of the IAF's ground-attack fleet for several years, but the fighter plane flew for the last time on December 27.

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Dec 27, 2019, 23:12 PM IST

Indian Air Force bids adieu to swing-wing MiG-27 fighters

Because of its survivability, the upgraded MiG 27 participated in numerous national and international exercises, but after a series of crashes, the IAF decided to finally decommission its last MiG-27 fighters. 

Dec 27, 2019, 10:41 AM IST

India won't bow to pressure on national security, says PM Narendra Modi during Kargil Vijay Diwas commemorative function

Speaking at the Kargil Vijay Diwas commemorative function at the Indira Gandhi International (IGI) stadium in the national capital, PM Modi recalled instances--1948, 1965, 1971--when Pakistan tried to trick and conspire against Kashmir but India did not allow them to succeed in 1999.

Jul 27, 2019, 21:46 PM IST

Kargil Vijay Diwas 2019: Bollywood films based on the 1999 India-Pakistan Kargil War

On Kargil Vijay Diwas, here are some Bollywood films that depicted the 1999 war on silver screens.

Jul 26, 2019, 07:09 AM IST

Rajnath Singh visit Kargil to pay tribute on occasion of 20th anniversary of 1999 war

Rajnath Singh to visit Kargil on 20 July to pay tribute on occasion of 20th anniversary of 1999 war. Defence Minister Rajnath Singh in Kathua (J&K) also said that people who are running a movement in Kashmir, if they want a solution through it, I appeal to them to at least sit & talk once, to understand what is the issue, what are the problems, so they could be solved together.

Jul 20, 2019, 16:14 PM IST

DNA: Non Stop News, July 13th, 2019

This segment of DNA brings to you important stories of the day. Watch this video for more info. #DNANonStopNews #SudhirChaudhary

Jul 14, 2019, 13:12 PM IST