On the occasion of Kargil Vijay Diwas, a wreath-laying ceremony was held at Kargil War Memorial in Ladakh. Tributes were paid to the soldiers who sacrificed their lives in the 1999 Kargil War. Army Chief General Manoj Pande laid a wreath at the War Memorial. Other than him, Indian Navy Chief R Hari Kumar also paid homage to the soldiers. Air Chief Marshal VR Chaudhari paid tribute to the soldiers. Chief of Defence Staff Anil Chauhan also laid wreath at the Kargil War Memorial. Defence Minister Rajnath Singh also reached Ladakh to pay homage to the soldiers who lost their lives. Lt Governor of Ladakh, BD Mishra also reached the War Memorial to pay homage to the soldiers. Kargil War was one of the toughest wars fought in the most inhospitable conditions, both due to its geographical and climatic conditions. During the war, the Indian Army recaptured the strategic peaks of Tololing, Tiger Hill, and Point 4875, among others.
26 July,2023 11:06 AM IST | Mumbai
Preparations were underway at Kargil War Memorial in Ladakh on July 25 for the celebrations of Kargil Vijay Diwas. Notably, July 26 is celebrated as Kargil Vijay Diwas every year to observe India’s victory over Pakistan in 1999. This year, India will celebrate 24th Kargil Vijay Diwas. Kargil War was one of the toughest wars fought in the most inhospitable conditions, both due to its geographical and climatic conditions. During the war, the Indian Army recaptured the strategic peaks of Tololing, Tiger Hill, and Point 4875, among others. A wreath-laying ceremony will take place on July 26 giving tribute to the soldiers who sacrificed their lives during Kargil War.
25 July,2023 03:22 PM IST | Mumbai
A 30-member team from the Archaeological Survey of India (ASI) began a survey on Monday at the Gyanvapi mosque in Varanasi. They aim to determine if the mosque was built on top of an ancient Hindu temple. However, following an order from a Chief Justice of India-led Supreme Court bench, the survey work was halted for two days. The survey will resume only after 5 pm on Wednesday, the top court directed, adding that no excavation or invasive work would be undertaken by ASI officials on the mosque premises.
24 July,2023 12:42 PM IST | Mumbai
7/11 Mumbai train blasts
On July 11, 2006, a string of powerful bombs ripped through Mumbai's commuter trains system in the evening rush hour, killing nearly 200 people and bringing India's financial capital to a standstill. Seven blasts were triggered in the span of 11 minutes in the first-class suburban train compartments. The first bomb went off shortly after 6.20 pm in the Western Railway suburban train running from Churchgate to Borivali. The bomb exploded when the train was between Khar and Santacruz stations. Another bomb exploded at the same time in a local between Bandra and Khar Road. Most of the commuters in these trains were executives, businessmen, employees of government and private establishments and college students. Five more explosions occurred in Jogeshwari, Mahim Junction, Mira Road-Bhayander, Matunga-Mahim Junction and Borivali. Take a look at the timeline of events that took place since the 2006 Mumbai train bombings
11 July,2023 10:07 AM IST | Mumbai
External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar on July 10 filed his nomination papers in Gujarat's Gandhinagar for the upcoming Rajya Sabha polls. After filing his nomination for Rajya Sabha elections, EAM Dr S Jaishankar said, "...First of all I would like to express gratitude to PM Modi, BJP leadership and people and MLAs of Gujarat..Four years back, I received the honour to represent Gujarat in the Rajya Sabha. I received the opportunity to become a part of the changes in the country under the leadership of PM Modi in the last 4 years. I hope to be able to contribute to the progress that will take place in the coming 4 years'.
10 July,2023 02:47 PM IST | Mumbai
Ranveer Singh may just be following in his wife and star Deepika Padukone's footsteps and heading to Hollywood. The actor has signed on to the same agency that his 'Rocky Aur Rani Ki Prem Kahani' co-star Alia Bhatt signed back in July 2021. The firm, WME, also represents big names in Hollywood like Rihanna, Robert Pattinson, Keanu Reeves, Emma Roberts, Kristen Stewart, Hugh Jackman, Kim Kardashian, among many others. Since moving away from YRF's talent agency, the actor has been represented by India's Collective Artists Network. He will continue to be represented by the agency. Watch the full video to find out more!
01 June,2023 05:43 PM IST
The Indian Space Research Organisation is expected to launch the third edition of its lunar mission, Chandrayaan-3, on July 12, said the chief of the Indian Space Research Organistaion (ISRO), S Somanath. Chandrayaan-3 will be the sixth orbital flight of the LVM3 rocket. Meanwhile, ISRO launched 2nd Gen Navigational satellite GSLV-F12 from Sriharikota this morning. This satellite will provide real-time services over India and will enhance monitoring and navigation.
29 May,2023 03:40 PM IST | Mumbai
Mumbai rains on 26th July in 2005 can never be forgotten. Mumbai was battered by heavy rainfall, which caused havoc across the city, claiming many lives, and leaving the city paralysed. Watch this video to find out why 26th July brings dreadful #monsoon memories to a Mumbai resident.
25 July,2022 08:03 PM IST | Mumbai
Union Minister Anurag Thakur recently announced free Covid-19 precaution doses for the 18-59 age group at government vaccination centres under a 75-day special drive starting from July 15. The drive will be held as part of the government's Azadi Ka Amrit Mahotsav to celebrate the 75th anniversary of India's Independence. The objective of the move is to speed-up the vaccination drive.
14 July,2022 02:11 PM IST
Mumbai Regional Meteorological Centre on Tuesday issued an orange alert for Mumbai and Thane till July 14. Also, the India Meteorological Department (IMD) has predicted moderate to heavy rainfall for Mumbai and its suburbs with the possibility of very heavy rains at isolated places on July 12
13 July,2022 12:42 PM ISTADVERTISEMENT
