Armed Forces Day
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When is Armed Forces Day 2024? Know date, history, significance and more
Lifestyle | May 17, 2024, 04:59 PM ISTKnow the date, history, and significance of Armed Forces Day 2024, a day dedicated to honoring military personnel. Learn about its origins and how it's celebrated.
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Armed Forces Flag Day: Remembering soldiers who dedicated their lives to nation
Explainers | Jan 29, 2024, 12:14 PM ISTSince 1949, December 7 is observed as Armed Forces Flag Day throughout the country to honour the martyrs and the men in uniform who valiantly fought and continue to fight on borders to safeguard the country's honour.
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Armed Forces Flag Day 2023: Why does India celebrate it? Know everything about it
India | Dec 10, 2023, 09:51 PM ISTArmed Forces Flag Day, observed annually on December 7th, pays homage to the Indian armed forces' sacrifices. Originating in 1949, the day honors martyrs from the Army, Navy, Air Force, and defense forces. With a focus on dignity and patriotism, it highlights families who lost loved ones.
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Armed Forces Flag Day to be celebrated on December 7; donate for the welfare of ex-servicemen
India | Dec 01, 2017, 12:01 PM ISTDefence Ministry has launched a mega campaign on social media to encourage people to wear the Armed Forces' flag to show their support and solidarity with the military.
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Waitress makes British PM David Cameron wait ten minutes for a coffee
World | Jul 05, 2012, 09:48 AM ISTLondon Jun 5: “I am in the middle of serving somebody”, a waitress at a British coffee shop told British Prime Minister David Cameron as she failed to recognise him and scolded him for jumping