Colonel Sonam Wangchuk was awarded the Maha Vir Chakra, India's second highest honour for courage, for wresting the first victory of the Kargil War. Leading 40 men, his unit evicted 135 Pakistani troops in a three day battle fought in two feet snow and minus 6 degrees.
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Malavika Sangghvi gives us fascinating glimpses from Dilip Kumar's life.
The award is slated to be received by commanding officer Group Captain Satish Pawar on October 8.
'Wherever in the world there is political instability, those countries are beset with severe crises today. But India is in a much better position than the rest of the world due to the decisions taken by my government in the national interest,' President Droupadi Murmu said in her address to both Houses of Parliament.
Mary Kom's winning start and Manika Batra's brilliant come-from-behind victory were the only bright spots in an otherwise gloomy day for India at Tokyo, observes Raj Kishore Mishra.
But his opponents are making a mistake. They shouldn't be smug, argues Vir Sanghvi.
The onus will be on Manu Bhaker, Yashaswini Singh Deswal in women's 10m air pistol, and the men's 10m air rifle duo of Divyansh Singh Panwar and Deepak Kumar to bring India success on the second day of shooting event at Tokyo Olympics on Saturday.
Vinod Dua was a Hindi broadcast journalism pioneer with stints in Doordarshan and NDTV.
Joginder Tuteja looks at the forthcoming films, and also looks back at how successful this genre has been in the past.
Celebrity yogini and wellness entrepreneur Ira Trivedi suggests a few postures that will help activate and improve your immune system.
Varun will play Param Vir Chakra winner Second Lieutenant Arun Khetarpal in Ekkis.
You need, first of all, to figure out how we messed it all up so badly. You need to fix accountability. None of that is happening, says Vir Sanghvi.
The signs of discontent are very visible among Congressmen these days.
'As per the report available..., 35 persons have succumbed to injuries inflicted on them during riots (till Tuesday)...22 persons have died due to severe injuries'
How the stars lit up the Festival of Lights.
The winner could emerge as the next Webstar by setting-up a YouTube channel to showcase their talent and will be awarded a grand prize of one lakh.
Vir Sanghvi spills some secrets
Rajiv, who was the sixth and youngest prime minister of India, was assassinated on May 21, 1991 at Sriperumbudur in Tamil Nadu during a poll campaign.
Film folk have been celebrating Christmas with familiar fervour.
Rediff readers share their tricolour pics.
Bollywood doesn't go abroad only for outdoor shoots!
One person was taken into custody on Wednesday in connection with the murder of a Bharatiya Janata Party leader in Muzaffarnagar, police said.
INS Karanj is the third Kalavari-class submarine to be commissioned into the Navy. The diesel-electric submarines based on the Scorpene design are also referred as Scorpene class submarines.
Celebrating its 89th anniversary, the Indian Air Force on Friday put up a dazzling show with 75 aircraft, drawn from its vintage and modern fleet, performing skilful manoeuvres also marking the platinum jubilee year of India's Independence.
Joginder Tuteja looks at recent films exploring the drug culture.
Here's what your favourite Bollywood celebrities are tweeting.
Naveen Boora in medal rounds of Strandja Memorial tourney
Bollywood is taking precautions against the coronavirus as well.
'For me, he's the brother and friend I lost so early.' 'It is like a part of me has been amputated.'
A summary of Indian athletes' showing atthe Olympic Games in Tokyo on Sunday.
The Indian shooters will begin training at the venue from July 19, having got their rooms allotted at the games village after arriving in Tokyo in the wee hours of Saturday.
There is no other vegetable that can be eaten in any shape, or at any consistency than the potato, says Vir Sanghvi.
Bollywood actors celebrated Bhai Dooj -- called by many names like Bhau Beej and Bhai Tika as well -- on November 16 and posted lovely pictures on social media.
'Buddy knows more about Raju's films because he sits in the editing room.' 'He has seen Sanju a number of times already!'
'...It won't help the party run a peaceful and equitable India,' warns Vir Sanghvi.
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