President Droupadi Murmu and PM Narendra Modi extended Army Day wishes to the Indian Army personnel. The President remembered the families of the soldiers. PM Modi shared a special video message for them on the occasion.
As the country observes its 76th Army Day today, the adage "A soldier is never off duty" resonates deeply, encapsulating the unwavering commitment and sacrifice inherent in the lives of those who stand as the bulwark of the nation's sovereignty.
In view of the upcoming Army Day, an exhibition has been set up for three days, featuring a showcase of various modern weapons of the Indian Army, in Lucknow. The Army Day is celebrated each year on January 15.
The Indian Army opted for rotate the venues of the summit to diversify locations and allow people from other areas to witness the event.
National Army Day falls on January 15 and marks the anniversary of General K M Cariappa taking over as Commander-in-Chief of the Indian Army in 1949. Indians are indebted to the constant sacrifices that the Indian Army makes and the films made on them are a tribute paid to the real-life heroes.
Army Day 2023: The parade signifies the formal taking over of the Indian Army by its first Indian Commander-in-Chief Field Marshal KM Cariappa on January 15, 1949, replacing his British predecessor.
Army Day: This year, Army Day celebrations have moved out of the national capital and would be held at the various field commands in the country to facilitate a deeper connection with civil society.
Army Day is observed annually to mark Field Marshall K M Cariappa taking over as the first Indian Commander-in-Chief of the Indian Army, replacing his British predecessor on January 15, 1949.
Indian Army decides to shift the Army Day Parade held every year on January 15 in Delhi outside the national capital. Next year’s Army Day parade will be held in the Southern Command area, Indian Army officials said.
Army Day is observed on January 15 to mark Field Marshall K M Cariappa taking over as the first Indian Commander-in-Chief of the Indian Army, replacing his British predecessor in 1949.
The armies of India and China are locked in a military standoff in eastern Ladakh since May 5, 2020, after a violent clash erupted in the Pangong lake area.
Army Day is celebrated to mark the first Indian general taking over the command of the Indian Army from a British officer in 1949.
This year, as the nation celebrates the soldiers amid Covid-19 protocols, here is a throwback of the major wars that the army had fought, painting the tricolor in victories.
Security forces of India besides fighting Pakistan sponsored insurgency have always remained at the forefront to help the local people and with their friendly approach, our brave heroes have won the hearts of masses.
Field Marshal KM Cariappa is known as the man who took charge of the Indian Army from its last British Commander in Chief, General Sir Roy Bucher in 1949.
The Indian army's new combat dress will be unveiled tomorrow on the occassion of Army Day (January 15).
Chief of Army Staff Gen MM Naravane on Friday said no one should make any mistake of testing India's patience though it is committed to resolve the border standoff along the northern frontier through talks and political efforts.
During the Army Day celebrations on January 15, Indian Army Chief General MM Naravane told that over 200 terrorists near LoC and in counter-terrorism operations in last year. "Around 300-400 terrorists are sitting in training camps near the border to infiltrate into the Indian territory. Number of ceasefire violations went up by 44 per cent last year, which shows the nefarious intentions of Pakistan. Last year, the Army eliminated over 200 terrorists near LoC and in counter-terrorism operations," said General MM Naravane.
On the occasion of Army Day on Friday, Akshay Kumar shared a video playing a volleyball match with the "bravehearts." He treated fans with a short clip and revealed that the volleyball match was a warm up to a marathon that he had gone to flag off.
The Army Day celebrations began in Delhi. Chief of Defence Staff (CDS) General Bipin Rawat, Army Chief General MM Naravane, IAF Chief Air Chief Marshal RKS Bhadauria and Navy Chief Admiral Karambir Singh paid tributes at National War Memorial. Army Day is celebrated on Jan 15 every year. On this day in 1949, Field Marshal KM Cariappa became the first Indian to take charge of the Indian Army.
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