Kargil hero Nawab Wasim survived 7 bullets, fought on - now trains future football stars

IANS | July 26, 2025 3:45 PM

Ramnagar, July 26 (IANS) Every year, as India marks Kargil Vijay Diwas on July 26, the nation salutes the bravery and sacrifice of its soldiers who repelled enemy forces from the icy heights of Kargil in 1999. Among the countless tales of valour, one that continues to inspire generations is that of Subedar Major Nawab Wasim ur Rehman, a war hero from Ramnagar, Uttarakhand, who stood his ground and kept fighting for 20 minutes even after being hit by seven bullets.

India and Vietnam deepen maritime ties, strengthen strategic partnership

IANS | July 26, 2025 3:29 PM

Hanoi, July 26 (IANS) India's Ambassador to Vietnam, Sandeeep Arya visited Tien Sa Port as Indian Naval Ships Delhi, Shakti, and Kiltan made a port call in Vietnam's Da Nang, highlighting efforts to deepen maritime ties and advance maritime cooperation in the Indo-Pacific region.

Kargil Vijay Diwas: Army Chief warns terror supporters, reaffirms India's resolve to protect sovereignty

IANS | July 26, 2025 12:05 PM

Drass (Ladakh), July 26 (IANS) Marking the 26th anniversary of India's victory in the Kargil War, Chief of Army Staff General Upendra Dwivedi on Saturday said that continuing the legacy of Operation Vijay, the Indian Armed Forces once again thwarted Pakistan's aggressive military actions, sending a strong and clear message that those who support and facilitate terrorism will not be spared.