Bangladesh Liberation War
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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 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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India assures Bangladesh to stand firmly even after 52 years of Liberation War and West's pressure
World | Dec 17, 2023, 08:21 PM ISTConveying his warmest wishes on Victory Day, Verma said the Liberation War and the triumph of the people epitomise the two countries' shared sacrifices for Bangladesh's freedom and stand testimony to the time-tested friendship between Delhi and Dhaka.
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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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Afghanistan Vice President trolls Pakistan, posts Pak Army's photo of 1971 surrender to Indian Army
World | Jul 24, 2021, 04:35 PM ISTTaking to Twitter, Afghanistan Vice President Amrullah Saleh shared an old photo slamming Pakistan Twitter attackers and Taliban saying terrorism won't heal the trauma of the past.
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Rathin Datta, who saved lives in Bangladesh Liberation War, dies
India | Jan 27, 2020, 06:41 PM ISTFamous surgeon Rathin Datta, who saved many lives in the 1971 Bangladeshi Liberation War, passed away on Monday. The Padma Shri awardee breathed his last in Kolkata after a prolonged illness. Datta is survived by a son and a daughter.
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Last wish of convicted 1971 war criminal sparks controversy
World | Oct 24, 2014, 05:45 PM ISTDhaka: Bangladeshi war criminal Ghulam Azam's last wish before his death has sparked controversy as he wanted his funeral prayers to be led by one of the two fundamentalist Jamaat-e-Islami leaders also convicted for atrocities