Vijay Diwas
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PM Modi remembers 1971 war heroes on Vijay Diwas: 'Moment of pride in our history'
India | Dec 16, 2025, 09:26 AM ISTThe 1971 war was fought between India and Pakistan from December 3 to December 16, 1971, leading to the creation of Bangladesh from East Pakistan.
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From Lt Gen Sagat Singh to GC Chandan Singh, six unsung heroes of India's 1971 victory over Pakistan
India | Dec 16, 2025, 09:04 AM ISTField Marshal Sam Manekshaw, who was the Chief of Army Staff back then, is generally credited with India's success in 1971. However, there were many others who played an equally important role in ensuring India's victory over Pakistan.
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Vijay Diwas 2025: History, significance, images and powerful quotes
Events | Dec 16, 2025, 12:53 PM ISTVijay Diwas, observed on December 16, marks India’s historic 1971 victory. The day honours courage, sacrifice and the soldiers whose resolve changed the course of history.
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Akash, Bofors: Vijay Diwas celebrated with dishes named after weapons used in Operation Sindoor
India | Dec 15, 2025, 11:30 PM ISTVijay Diwas celebration: During the occasion, various dishes were named after weapons used in Operation Sindoor such as Sinduri Sandesh, Akash, Bofors, and the L-70 air defense gun.
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PM Modi's Post on Vijay Diwas Irks Mohammad Yunus-led Interim Government in Bangladesh
Originals | Dec 17, 2024, 05:13 PM ISTPolitical leaders in Bangladesh, including those from the Muhammad Yunus-led interim government, have strongly criticized Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi's message on Vijay Diwas. But why this reaction?
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'India was just an ally, nothing more': Bangladeshi politicians fume over PM Modi's Vijay Diwas post
World | Dec 17, 2024, 12:54 PM ISTBangladeshi politicians, including members of the Muhammad Yunus-led caretaker government, criticised PM Modi for not mentioning "Bangladesh" in his social media post commemorating Vijay Diwas.
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Vijay Diwas 2024: Defence Minister Rajnath Singh Lays Wreath at National War Memorial
News | Dec 16, 2024, 04:37 PM ISTVijay Diwas 2024: Defence Minister Rajnath Singh laid a wreath at the National War Memorial on the occasion of Vijay Diwas in Delhi on December 16.
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Vijay Diwas: What Forced 93,000 Pakistani troops surrender before Indian Army in 1971? Explained
Explainers | Dec 16, 2024, 01:40 PM ISTVijay Diwas is celebrated to commemorate India's victory in 1971 Indo-Pak war. On December 16, 1971, General Amir Abdullah Niazi, the chief of Pakistan’s Armed Forces surrendered along with 93,000 soldiers before the Indian Army and the Mukti Bahini of Bangladesh. Know what compelled the Pak troops
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Vijay Diwas: Unraveling Pakistan's Operation Chengiz Khan that sparked the 1971 War
World | Dec 16, 2024, 12:54 PM ISTin 1971, Pakistan's operation failed to achieve its objectives. The Indian Air Force suffered minimal damage and was quick to retaliate. Instead of weakening India’s defences, the operation unified the Indian leadership, military, and public, leading to a full-scale war.
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Vijay Diwas 2024: Key moments that shaped India's triumph in 1971 War
India | Dec 16, 2024, 12:39 PM ISTThe 1971 Indo-Pakistan war was the third between the two countries within a short 25 years of independent history. The war was significant as it established India's domination in the subcontinent, showcased India's diplomatic success and liberated Bangladesh.
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Vijay Diwas: PM Modi pays tribute to selfless dedication, unwavering resolve of soldiers
India | Dec 16, 2024, 10:51 AM ISTVijay Diwas: Prime Minister Narendra Modi honoured the courage and bravery of the soldiers who contributed to India's victory over Pakistan in the 1971 war, which also led to the creation of Bangladesh.
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Vijay Diwas 2023: BSF holds first-ever parade in Delhi to commemorate historic 1971 war victory
India | Dec 16, 2023, 04:57 PM ISTAt the border-guarding force's Chhawla camp in southwest Delhi, BSF Director General Nitin Agrawal took the salute during the ceremonial procession and paid respects at the martyr's memorial.
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One Nation One Ride 2.0: 2,000 bikers to create awareness on saving girl child, education on Dec 17
India | Dec 15, 2023, 08:47 PM ISTThousands of bikers from across north India will gather under their 'One Nation One Ride' campaign to create awareness about saving girl child and education on December 17.
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Vijay Diwas 2022: Shershaah, Uri, Major; Bollywood films that show the bravery of Indian army
Entertainment | Dec 16, 2022, 11:28 AM ISTVijay Diwas is a historic day as on December 16 in 1971, the courage and bravery of our Indian army forced the Pakistani troops to surrender. Let's recall their resilience through Bollywood films.
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Vijay Diwas: The day when 93,000 Pakistani troops surrendered before Indian Army - WATCH VIDEO
India | Dec 25, 2022, 02:09 PM ISTVijay Diwas 2022: According to official documents, as many as 93,000 Pakistani soldiers had surrendered before the Indian Army resulting in the largest surrender of any military in the world in history after the second world war.
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Vijay Diwas: Prez Murmu recalls 'unparalleled courage' of armed forces
India | Dec 16, 2022, 11:35 AM ISTThis year marks the 51st anniversary of India's victory over Pakistan in the 1971 war. The war saw the liberation of Bangladesh, formerly known as East Pakistan.
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Kargil Vijay Diwas 2022: Did China Support Pakistan During Kargil War? What role did China play
India | Jul 26, 2022, 05:34 PM ISTKargil Vijay Diwas 2022: Apart from the history and legacy of Indo-Pak war, there's an important point that we miss. Who did our mighty neighbour China stand with?
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Kargil Vijay Diwas: BJP flags off first-ever bike rally from Srinagar's Lal Chowk. See pics
India | Jul 25, 2022, 04:39 PM ISTKargil Vijay Diwas: The bikers rally to the Kargil War Memorial in Drass area of the Ladakh Union territory was flagged off by the party’s National General Secretary Tarun Chug, and Bangalore South MP and president, Bharatiya Janata Yuva Morcha (BJYM), Tejasvi Surya.
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Vijay Diwas 2021: All you need to know about India's victory over Pakistan in 1971 war
India | Dec 16, 2021, 10:42 AM ISTSwarnim Vijay Varsh commemorates 50 years of India's victory in the 1971 war and the formation of Bangladesh.
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Vijay Diwas: Tribute paid to the martyrs of Kargil war in Mumbai
News | Jul 26, 2021, 07:20 PM ISTOn the occasion of the 22nd Kargil Vijay Diwas, a solemn wreath laying ceremony was organized at Shaheed Smarak at Colaba in Mumbai to commemorate the victory of the Indian Armed Forces and to pay tribute to the supreme sacrifice of our martyrs.