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.

PM Modi meets members of different political parties in Maldives

IANS | July 26, 2025 2:16 PM

Male, July 26 (IANS) Prime Minister Narendra Modi held a meeting with members of several political parties of the Maldives on Saturday. He noted that the participation of leaders across the political spectrum emphasises the bipartisan support for the "strong and time-tested friendship" between the two nations.

Kargil war heroes hail Operation Sindoor, applaud PM Modi’s defence triumphs

IANS | July 26, 2025 1:04 PM

Prayagraj, July 26 (IANS) As India commemorates the 26th anniversary of Kargil Vijay Diwas, tributes are pouring in from across the nation to honour the valiant soldiers who laid down their lives during the 1999 Kargil War. In Prayagraj, Kargil war veterans on Saturday lauded the Indian Army for conducting 'Operation Sindoor' to give a befitting reply to Pakistan.

Maha Dy CM visits Hinjewadi IT Park, directs administration to address issues on priority basis

IANS | July 26, 2025 9:53 AM

Pune, July 26 (IANS) Amid tariff jams, poor state or roads, flooding during heavy rains, constraints on existing infrastructure and electricity supply, Deputy Chief Minister and Pune district guardian minister on early Saturday reviewed the ground situation at the Rajiv Gandhi IT Park, Hinjewadi and reviewed the measures being taken by the administration to address the issues raised by the IT units and residents.