Category: Spotlight

OPERATION HONDA: CAPTURE OF ASHOK POST

OPERATION HONDA: CAPTURE OF ASHOK POST

In the mid-80s, after Operation Meghdoot commenced in Siachen Glacier, there were a number of small actions as India and
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BATTLE FOR BILAFOND LA – SEPTEMBER 1987

BATTLE FOR BILAFOND LA – SEPTEMBER 1987

There have been several small force level attacks on the Saltoro Range between the Indian and Pakistan Army in the
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ONTO THE SALTORO – SECURING DAS POST

ONTO THE SALTORO – SECURING DAS POST

The early days of OPERATION MEGHDOOT were extremely tough. Climbing up to the Saltoro Range and securing critical features called
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BATTLE OF POINT 5770

BATTLE OF POINT 5770

EVICTING PAKISTANI INTRUSION NEAR THE SOUTHERN GLACIER DURING THE KARGIL WARMost battles during the 1999 Kargil War were fought in
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OPERATION IBEX

OPERATION IBEX

It is a matter of great pride and honour for a soldier to serve in the challenging environment of Siachen
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SUBROTO CUP INTERNATIONAL FOOTBALL TOURNAMENT

SUBROTO CUP INTERNATIONAL FOOTBALL TOURNAMENT

The prestigious Subroto Cup International Football Tournament kicked off its 63rd Edition at the Ambedkar Stadium in New Delhi on
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ARMY MARKSMANSHIP UNIT – THE GURUKUL OF SHARPSHOOTERS

ARMY MARKSMANSHIP UNIT – THE GURUKUL OF SHARPSHOOTERS

The Army has developed many world class shooters in the last few decades and has consistently been the championship team
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ARMY ROWING NODE: INDIA’S ROWING BASE

ARMY ROWING NODE: INDIA’S ROWING BASE

The Army Rowing Node (ARN), a cornerstone of India's rowing prowess, has etched an indelible mark on the nation's sporting
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ARMY SPORTS INSTITUTE, PUNE – HOME BASE OF BUDDING SPORTSTARS

ARMY SPORTS INSTITUTE, PUNE – HOME BASE OF BUDDING SPORTSTARS

 The Indian Army’s “Mission Olympics” programme was launched with the intent to win medals at international events, including Olympics, in
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VALIANT ‘RANVEERS’ OF THE JAK RIF

VALIANT ‘RANVEERS’ OF THE JAK RIF

Operation Vijay was unique, fought in very difficult high altitude terrain, at heights ranging from 15000 to 18000 feet. Before
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