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Hyderabad: A solemn wreath laying ceremony was organised at Veerula Sainik Smarak in Hyderabad, to commemorate Vijay Diwas, marking the Indian Forces' victory in the 1971 Indo-Pak War. The ceremony paid tribute to the brave soldiers who sacrificed their lives for the nation. Jishnu Dev Verma, Governor of Telangana, Mallu Bhatti Vikramarka, Deputy Chief Minister of Telangana and Major General Ajay Misra, General Officer Commanding (GOC) Telangana and Andhra Sub Area (TASA), were among the dignit ...Read More >
Leh (Ladakh) [India], December 16 (ANI): Indian Army's Fire and Fury Corps commemorated Vijay Diwas in honour of India's victory in the Indo-Pak War 1971 with reverence and patriotic fervour in Ladakh's Leh on Tuesday. According to an official statement from corps, homage was paid to the soldiers who "made supreme sacrifice in the line of duty during 1971 War." General Officer Commanding of Fire and Fury Corps Lieutenant General Hitesh Bhalla, on behalf of all ranks of the formation, laid a wr ...Read More >
NEW DELHI -- At least half a dozen executives from top Indian arms makers, including Adani Defense and Bharat Forge, attended rare meetings in Russia this year to discuss potential joint ventures, three people familiar with the matter said. The meetings took place during the first visit of India's defense business leaders to Russia since Moscow's 2022 invasion of Ukraine. The visit by the defense business leaders had not previously been reported. The Indian government is seeking to reorientate ...Read More >
Itanagar, Dec 16 (PTI) The Indian Army on Tuesday commemorated Vijay Diwas in the remote border village of Mechuka in Arunachal Pradesh's Shi-Yomi district. The Army organised a special screening of a documentary on the 1971 war for school students, highlighting military operations, strategic leadership and bravery of Indian soldiers, defence spokesperson Lt Col Mahendra Rawat said. The screening was followed by an interactive session in which Army personnel spoke on the historical importance ...Read More >
New Delhi, Dec 16 (PTI) Rajya Sabha on Tuesday paid homage to brave hearts who laid down their lives in the 1971 India-Pakistan War that led to the creation of Bangladesh. Chairman C P Radhakrishnan said December 16 marks the 54th anniversary of Vijay Diwas. "On 16 December 1971, the valour, determination, and steadfast resolve of our courageous armed forces led Bharat to a historic victory against Pakistan. "It culminated in the birth of the independent nation of Bangladesh," he said. "This d ...Read More >
Mumbai (Maharashtra) [India], December 16 (ANI): Ahan Shetty, son of Suniel Shetty, expressed gratitude for his role in the upcoming sequel of 'Border', calling it an opportunity to carry forward his father's legacy in the movie. He also shared his father's advice ahead of 'Border 2' shoot. The grand teaser launch of Border 2 was held in Mumbai today and was attended by the lead cast, including Sunny Deol, Varun Dhawan, Ahan Shetty, and others. While addressing the media, Ahan Shetty highlight ...Read More >
New Delhi, Dec 16 (PTI) Defence Minister Rajnath Singh on Tuesday saluted the bravehearts on the occasion of 'Vijay Diwas', and said the nation bows in pride and gratitude to the Indian Armed Forces who delivered the decisive victory in the 1971 war. Singh, Chief of Defence Staff Gen Anil Chauhan, Army Chief Gen Upendra Dwivedi, IAF Chief Air Chief Marshal A P Singh, Vice Chief of the Naval Staff Vice Admiral Sanjay Vatsayan and Defence Secretary Rajesh Kumar Singh laid wreaths at the National ...Read More >
The Indian Army organised the Vijay Diwas 'At Home' at the Army House on Monday (December 15, 2025), to commemorate Vijay Diwas, marking the decisive victory of the Indian Armed Forces in the 1971 War. The event was attended by President Droupadi Murmu. The Defence Ministry said that the celebrations featured a showcase of indigenously developed technologies and niche capabilities, highlighting the Indian Army's steady transformation into a modern, innovative and self-reliant force. The displa ...Read More >
SFO Technologies said the project underlines India's growing role in the global defence supply chain. French aerospace and defence major Thales has awarded SFO Technologies a contract to manufacture complex wired structures for the RBE2 Active Electronically Scanned Array (AESA) radar used on Rafale fighter jets, marking a key step in the localisation of advanced defence technologies under the Make in India initiative. The contract is part of Thales' broader Make in India strategy to localise ...Read More >
PRNewswire Bengaluru (Karnataka) [India], December 16: Thales, in partnership with SFO Technologies, has taken a significant step forward in supporting India's strategic vision for self-reliance in defence manufacturing. The latest contract, awarded for the production of high-value, technically advanced complex wired structures of the RBE2 AESA Radar of the Indian Rafale, reinforces SFO Technologies' long-standing expertise and enduring partnership with Thales across multiple major programmes. ...Read More >
BENGALURU, India, Dec. 16, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- Thales, in partnership with SFO Technologies, has taken a significant step forward in supporting India's strategic vision for self-reliance in defence manufacturing. The latest contract, awarded for the production of high-value, technically advanced complex wired structures of the RBE2 AESA Radar of the Indian Rafale, reinforces SFO Technologies' long-standing expertise and enduring partnership with Thales across multiple major programmes. This fi ...Read More >
Agartala, Dec 16 (SocialNews.XYZ) Tripura Governor Indra Sena Reddy Nallu on Tuesday highlighted the historic importance of Vijay Diwas, marking the surrender of 93,000 Pakistani soldiers on December 16, 1971, the largest military surrender in world history. After paying his tribute on the occasion of the 54th Vijay Diwas celebrations at the Albert Ekka War Memorial on the outskirts of the city, the Governor said the current situation in Bangladesh was a "temporary phase" and expressed confiden ...Read More >
Mumbai (Maharashtra) [India], December 16 (ANI): The much-awaited teaser of Sunny Deol's starrer 'Border 2' was unveiled on the occasion of Vijay Diwas on Tuesday, giving fans a first look at the action-packed war drama. The film also stars Varun Dhawan, Diljit Dosanjh and Ahan Shetty in key roles. Also Read | 'Dhurandhar' Box Office: Ranveer Singh's Spy Thriller Nears INR 600 Crore Worldwide on Day 11, Beats 'Saiyaara' and Becomes Actor's Biggest Domestic Hit. Set against the backdrop of the ...Read More >
New Delhi [India], December 16 (ANI): The President of India, Droupadi Murmu, on Tuesday inaugurated the Param Vir Dirgha at Rashtrapati Bhavan on the occasion of Vijay Diwas. The Gallery features portraits of all 21 Param Vir Chakra awardees. According to the release, the Gallery aims to educate visitors about our national heroes who displayed dauntless resolve and unconquerable spirit in defending our nation. It is also an initiative to honour the memory of our bravehearts who have laid down ...Read More >
New Delhi [India], December 16 (ANI): External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar paid his tributes on the 54th anniversary of Vijay Diwas and highlighted how the valour of the armed forces continues to serve as an inspiration to the country. In a post on X on Tuesday he said, "Pay tribute to the valour and sacrifice of our soldiers on Vijay Diwas today. The famous victory of 1971 and the enduring achievement of our armed forces remain a timeless inspiration." Jaishankar/status/2000793376581394448? ...Read More >
New Delhi [India], December 16 (ANI): The President of India, Droupadi Murmu, on Tuesday inaugurated the Param Vir Dirgha at Rashtrapati Bhavan on the occasion of Vijay Diwas. The Gallery features portraits of all 21 Param Vir Chakra awardees. According to the release, the Gallery aims to educate visitors about our national heroes who displayed dauntless resolve and unconquerable spirit in defending our nation. It is also an initiative to honour the memory of our bravehearts who have laid down ...Read More >
Kochi : Thales, in partnership with SFO Technologies, has taken a significant step forward in supporting India's strategic vision for self-reliance in defence manufacturing. The latest contract, awarded for the production of high-value, technically advanced complex wired structures of the RBE2 AESA Radar of the Indian Rafale, reinforces SFO Technologies' long-standing expertise and enduring partnership with Thales across multiple major programmes. This first order marks an important milestone i ...Read More >
New Delhi [India], December 16 (ANI): On the occasion of Vijay Diwas, LoP Rahul Gandhi and MP Priyanka Gandhi paid their respects to the courage and valour of our armed forces in the 1971 war. They recalled how the soldiers forced the other side to surrender, marking a moment in history. Rahul Gandhi took it to X to show respect for the Indian soldiers in the 1971 war, mentioning their heroism in the face of struggle. Also Read | Uttar Pradesh Shocker: Man Kills Live-In Partner, Returns Home T ...Read More >
Mathura (Uttar Pradesh) [India], December 16 (ANI): Bodies of those killed in a major accident on the Delhi-Agra Expressway were brought in body bags to the postmortem facitility in Uttar Pradesh's Mathura on Tuesday, as authorities continued efforts to ascertain the exact death toll and identify the deceased. At least four people lost their lives, and 25 others sustained injuries after several buses caught fire following a massive collision on the Delhi-Agra Expressway in Mathura district duri ...Read More >
Hyderabad, Dec 16 (SocialNews.XYZ) Telangana Chief Minister A. Revanth Reddy and Andhra Pradesh Chief Minister N. Chandrababu Naidu on Tuesday paid respects to brave soldiers of the nation on Vijay Diwas. Chief Minister Revanth Reddy stated that Vijay Diwas stands as a solemn reminder for every citizen to honour the supreme sacrifices made during the historic victory of the 1971 war. He remarked that the unwavering dedication, profound patriotism, and exceptional valour displayed by the Indian ...Read More >
NEW DELHI: At least half a dozen executives from top Indian arms makers, including Adani Defence and Bharat Forge, attended rare meetings in Russia this year to discuss potential joint ventures, three people familiar with the matter said. The meetings took place during the first visit of India's defence business leaders to Russia since Moscow's 2022 invasion of Ukraine. The visit by the defence business leaders had not previously been reported. The Indian government is seeking to reorientate ...Read More >
Nagapattinam (Tamil Nadu) [India], December 16 (ANI): Heavy rain lashed several parts of Nagapattinam district on Tuesday morning, following a forecast by the Regional Meteorological Centre, stating that moderate to heavy rainfall would occur across the delta and coastal districts of Tamil Nadu. As predicted, widespread moderate rain has been reported in Nagapattinam, Thiruvarur and Thanjavur districts, while coastal areas have been witnessing heavy rainfall. Also Read | Vijay Diwas 2025: Pres ...Read More >
New Delhi, December 16: President Droupadi Murmu paid homage to the Indian Armed Forces on the occasion of Vijay Diwas on Tuesday and said that their courage and valour fill the nation with pride and continue to inspire the people of the nation. Every year on December 16, India marks Vijay Diwas to mark the decisive victory over Pakistan in the 1971 war, which resulted in the liberation of East Pakistan and the formation of a new country, Bangladesh. The date also celebrates the surrender of 93 ...Read More >
NEW DELHI, Dec 9 (Reuters) - At least half a dozen executives from top Indian arms makers, including Adani Defence and Bharat Forge, attended rare meetings in Russia this year to discuss potential joint ventures, three people familiar with the matter said. The meetings took place during the first visit of India's defence business leaders to Russia since Moscow's 2022 invasion of Ukraine. The visit by the defence business leaders had not previously been reported. The Indian government is seeking ...Read More >
NEW DELHI, Dec 9 - At least half a dozen executives from top Indian arms makers, including Adani Defence and Bharat Forge, attended rare meetings in Russia this year to discuss potential joint ventures, three people familiar with the matter said. The meetings took place during the first visit of India's defence business leaders to Russia since Moscow's 2022 invasion of Ukraine. The visit by the defence business leaders had not previously been reported. The Indian government is seeking to reorie ...Read More >
New Delhi, December 16: Leader of Opposition (LoP) in the Lok Sabha, Rahul Gandhi, on the occasion of Vijay Diwas on Tuesday, paid tributes to the displayed indomitable courage and made history during the 1971 war. Every year on December 16, India marks Vijay Diwas to mark the decisive victory over Pakistan in the 1971 war, which resulted in the liberation of East Pakistan and the formation of a new country, Bangladesh. The date also celebrates the surrender of 93,000 Pakistani soldiers to the ...Read More >
A wreath-lying ceremony was held at the National War Memorial for the 54th Vijay Diwas. Defence Minister Rajnath Singh and the Tri-Service Chiefs paid tribute to honour the Indian Armed Forces' decisive victory in the 1971 war.Commemoration at National War Memorial A wreath-lying ceremony was held at the National War Memorial in New Delhi on Tuesday to commemorate the 54th Vijay Diwas, marking the decisive victory of the Indian Armed Forces in the 1971 War. The event was attended by Defence Min ...Read More >
India marked the 54th Vijay Diwas on Tuesday. A ceremony was held at the National War Memorial in New Delhi. This day commemorates the decisive victory of Indian Armed Forces in the 1971 War. The war led to the liberation of Bangladesh. Defence Minister Rajnath Singh and Tri-Service Chiefs paid homage to the brave soldiers. A wreath-lying ceremony was held at the National War Memorial in New Delhi on Tuesday to commemorate the 54th Vijay Diwas, marking the decisive victory of the Indian Armed F ...Read More >
New Delhi, Dec 16 (PTI) The Congress on Tuesday lauded the armed forces on Vijay Diwas, the day the Indian Army defeated Pakistan in the 1971 War, saying today is a day to remember the bravery and military prowess of our army and the able and courageous leadership of Indira Gandhi. Congress chief Mallikarjun Kharge hailed Indira Gandhi for her visionary leadership and said the victory became a great example of humanity and justice. "On this day in 1971, history was made when India's valiant ar ...Read More >
Delhi: Vijay Diwas is observed annually on December 16 to commemorate India's historic victory in the Indo-Pakistan War of 1971. This war not only sparked significant changes in India but also led to the liberation of East Pakistan from West Pakistan, ultimately resulting in the formation of Bangladesh. Vijay Diwas honours the bravery and valor of the Indian Army and pays tribute to the soldiers who sacrificed their lives in the war. This year marks the 54th anniversary of this decisive victory, ...Read More >
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