The citation recognises the unit's outstanding performance, devotion to duty, operational efficiency and acts of bravery in the Eastern Ladakh sector along the India-China border.
In an 'X' post, Kharge lauded his efforts in leading the Indian forces during the 1947 Indo-Pak war and later becoming the first Indian to serve as Commander-in-Chief of the Indian Army in 1949.
Chandigarh [India], January 17: As a part of the 78th Army Day celebrations, Chandigarh University (CU) launched 'CU Online Jai Jawan Scholarship' for extending financial support to the children of Indian Defence and Paramilitary personnel pursuing world class online higher education by enro
In a grand gesture of gratitude and commitment to its veteran community, the Spear Corps of the Indian Army on Thursday organised a comprehensive Multi-Speciality Medical Camp at Dimapur, coinciding with the 78th Army Day and following the 10th Armed Forces Veterans' Day, according to a r
"I do not need to explain the current global circumstances? War is no longer limited to face-to-face gunfire. Modern warfare has become multifaceted. Cyber, space, drones, even TV, newspapers, and mobile phones - all of these have now become part of the battlefield..." he said.
"The courage with which you took action against Pakistani terrorists was beyond even their imagination. You demonstrated your might using indigenous weapons. In the times to come, self-reliance is our necessity," the Defence Minister said.
Defence Minister Rajnath Singh on Thursday stated that Operation Sindoor has not concluded yet. Until terrorist ideology is eliminated, our efforts toward peace will continue. He was addressing "Shaurya Sandhya" at Sawai Mansingh Stadium, Jaipur, organised on the occasion of Army Day.
Union Minister of State for Defence Sanjay Seth participated in the Namo Patang fest on the occasion of Makar Sakranti, which coincides with 78th Army Day, highlighting that the fest sends a strong message to the youth.
Army Day is commemorated every year on January 15 to remember the occasion of Field Marshal KM Cariappa taking over the command of the Indian Army from British Commander-in-Chief, General Sir FRR Bucher, in 1949 and becoming the first Indian Commander-in-Chief of Independent India.
On the occasion of the 78th Indian Army Day, Israel's Ambassador Reuven Azar praised the Indian Army's bravery and reaffirmed cooperation between India and Israel on Thursday.
The Indian Army on Wednesday celebrated its 78th Army Day, with a series of events being organised across the country to motivate young people to join the armed forces. As part of these celebrations, the Army Training Command (ARTRAC), Shimla, organised a 'Know Your Army' exhibition at th