Vijay Diwas 2020: Indian Army to Pay Homage to Soldiers of Bangladesh Liberation War
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Vijay Diwas 2020: Indian Army to Pay Homage to Soldiers of Bangladesh Liberation War

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The Indian Army will pay homage to the valiant soldiers who fought for the liberation of Bangladesh from Pakistan in the Indo-Pak War of 1971 on the occasion of Vijay Diwas on December 16. Almost five decades ago, Indian forces joined hands with the Mukti Bahini of the erstwhile East Pakistan to defeat the Pakistan Army led by General Amir Abdullah Khan Niazi. Major General General Service, V. Sreehari has said that the Eastern Command of the Indian Army will pay tribute to the heroes who took part in the war, which led to the birth of the new nation. In India, the defence minister and the heads of all three wings of the Indian forces pay homage to the soldiers at Amar Jawan Jyoti at India Gate in New Delhi.

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India merely an ally: Bangladesh law adviser on Modi's Vijay Diwas post
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India merely an ally: Bangladesh law adviser on Modi's Vijay Diwas post

Deccan Chronicle  

Dhaka: Bangladesh interim government's Law Adviser Asif Nazrul has criticised Prime Minister Narendra Modi's post on X commemorating Victory Day saying, "India was merely an ally in this victory, nothing more." Attaching a screenshot of Modi's post that paid tribute to Indian soldiers for their role in the historic victory in 1971, Nazrul wrote on Facebook in Bengali on Monday, …

'India was just an ally, nothing more...': Bangladeshi politicians fume over PM Modi's Vijay Diwas post
6 days, 17 hours ago

'India was just an ally, nothing more...': Bangladeshi politicians fume over PM Modi's Vijay Diwas post

India TV News  

Dhaka: Bangladeshi politicians including the ministers in the Muhammad Yunus-led interim government, fumed over the social media post of Prime Minister Narendra Modi who called Vijay Diwas "India’s historic victory in 1971". Bangladeshi politicians protest against PM Modi's Vijay Diwas post However, Asif Nazrul, law adviser to Muhammad Yunus, protested against PM Modi's post on Vijay Diwas and said, "India …

Bangladeshi fighters from Liberation War recall India’s support at Vijay Diwas event
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Bangladeshi fighters from Liberation War recall India’s support at Vijay Diwas event

The Hindu  

The 53rd Vijay Diwas celebrations were observed at Fort William in Kolkata, the headquarters of Eastern Command, on Monday. India ‘stood beside us’ The mukti joddha recounted how “Indira Gandhi stood beside us, how India stood beside us.” “They gave all kinds of support, training, food, everything. Mr. Claire highlighted how he fought the war alongside his father, Major General …

Vijay Diwas Celebrated with Bangladeshi Delegation at Fort William
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Vijay Diwas Celebrated with Bangladeshi Delegation at Fort William

Deccan Chronicle  

Kolkata: A nine-member Bangladeshi delegation including seven Mukti Joddhas with their spouses attended the 53rd Vijay Diwas celebration at Fort William, the headquarters of the Eastern Command of the Indian Army on Monday amid tensions between the two neighbouring countries. December 16 is celebrated every year as Vijay Diwas to mark India's military victory over Pakistan in the historic Liberation …

Ties with India cordial, everlasting: Muktijoddhas, Bangladesh army officers
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1 week ago

Ties with India cordial, everlasting: Muktijoddhas, Bangladesh army officers

Hindustan Times  

Amid the ongoing strain in ties between India and Bangladesh, Muktijoddhas, military veterans and serving army officers of the neighbouring country who came to India to take part in the Vijay Diwas celebration in Kolkata on Monday, said that relations between the two countries are cordial and hostile statements being made by a section of people won’t have any effect …

Vijay Diwas: President Murmu, PM Modi pay homage to soldiers of 1971 Pakistan war
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Vijay Diwas: President Murmu, PM Modi pay homage to soldiers of 1971 Pakistan war

The Hindu  

President Droupadi Murmu on Monday paid homage to the soldiers who secured victory over Pakistan in the 1971 war and said the country remembered their ultimate sacrifice. "On Vijay Diwas, I pay homage to our valiant soldiers who displayed indomitable courage during the 1971 war, securing victory for India. A grateful nation remembers the ultimate sacrifice of our bravehearts whose …

India, Bangladesh celebrate Vijay Diwas amid strained ties over Hasina’s ouster
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India, Bangladesh celebrate Vijay Diwas amid strained ties over Hasina’s ouster

Firstpost  

Vijay Diwas on December 16 marks the liberation of Bangladesh from Pakistan’s rule with the Indian military intervention in 1971 Lt. General A.A. K. Niazi signing the surrender document as Lt. General J.S. Amid strained ties over Bangladesh’s new regime’s tilt towards extremism and continuing violence against minorities in the country, India and Bangladesh are observing the ‘Vijay Diwas’ on …

FirstUp: Sri Lankan president in India, Rajya Sabha discusses Constitution... The big headlines today
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FirstUp: Sri Lankan president in India, Rajya Sabha discusses Constitution... The big headlines today

Firstpost  

Sri Lankan President Anura Kumara Disanayaka is on a State visit to India to strengthen bilateral relations. A Delhi court will rule on a 1984 anti-Sikh riots case, and German leader Olaf Scholz faces a confidence vote Sri Lanka's President and National People's Power party leader Anura Kumara Disanayaka gestures as he leaves after casting his vote on the day …

India, Bangladesh 1971 war veterans' exchange visit to mark Vijay Diwas
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India, Bangladesh 1971 war veterans' exchange visit to mark Vijay Diwas

The Hindu  

Eight Indian military veterans of Bangladesh’s 1971 Liberation War reached Dhaka while eight officers of Bangladesh Army arrived in Kolkata to join the Vijay Diwas celebrations in the two countries, officials said. He said Indian external affairs secretary Vikram Misri’s one-day Dhaka visit on December 9 for foreign office consultations with his counterpart Jashim Uddin partly eased the tensions in …

India-Bangladesh war heroes to celebrate Vijay Diwas amid strained ties
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1 week, 2 days ago

India-Bangladesh war heroes to celebrate Vijay Diwas amid strained ties

India Today  

As India and Bangladesh mark the 53rd anniversary of the Bangladesh Liberation War of 1971, eight Muktijoddhas arrived in Kolkata on Monday to participate in the Vijay Diwas celebrations. Similarly, eight Indian war veterans and two serving Indian Armed Forces officers travelled to Dhaka to join the Victory Day events in Bangladesh. The annual tradition of exchanging war veterans and …

1971 Bangladesh war veterans to attend Vijay Diwas amid tensions with India
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1971 Bangladesh war veterans to attend Vijay Diwas amid tensions with India

India Today  

Amid ongoing political instability and attacks on Hindu minorities in Bangladesh, the caretaker government led by Yunus Muhammed has confirmed that Mukti Bahini veterans will participate in India’s Vijay Diwas celebrations on December 16. DIPLOMATIC IMPLICATIONS The decision to send Mukti Bahini veterans to India signals an effort by the caretaker government to repair bilateral ties. The shared history of …

Bangladesh delegates, Mukti Joddhas likely to attend Vijay Diwas event
1 week, 4 days ago

Bangladesh delegates, Mukti Joddhas likely to attend Vijay Diwas event

Deccan Chronicle  

Kolkata: A Bangladeshi delegation is likely to attend the 53rd Vijay Diwas celebration, that marks the defeat of Pakistan to India in the Liberation War, to be held by the Eastern Command of the Indian Army at its headquarters Fort William in Kolkata on December 16. The attendees from the neighbouring country may include Mukti Joddhas, who were trained by …

Bangladesh delegation likely to attend Vijay Diwas celebrations in Kolkata
1 week, 4 days ago

Bangladesh delegation likely to attend Vijay Diwas celebrations in Kolkata

The Hindu  

Sources at the Indian Army said on Thursday, that a delegation from Bangladesh is likely to attend Vijay Diwas celebrations at the Eastern Command headquarters in Kolkata on December 16. This news follows high-level talks between Indian Foreign Secretary Vikram Misri and Chief Advisor of Bangladesh Muhammad Yunus, Bangladeshi Foreign Affairs Adviser Touhid Hossein, and Foreign Secretary Mohammad Jashim Uddin …

Uncertainty over participation of Bangladeshi freedom fighters in Eastern Command’s Vijay Diwas celebrations
2 weeks, 2 days ago

Uncertainty over participation of Bangladeshi freedom fighters in Eastern Command’s Vijay Diwas celebrations

The Hindu  

Following recent incidents of atrocities against minorities in Bangladesh, uncertainty looms over the participation of Bangladeshi Mukti Joddhas in the Indian Armed Forces’ upcoming Vijay Diwas celebrations at Fort William, the headquarters of the Eastern Command, in Kolkata on December 16. Vijay Diwas, celebrated on December 16 every year, marks India’s historic victory over Pakistan in the 1971 war, which …

Vijay Diwas 2024 to Be Held Without Bangladeshi Dignitaries
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Vijay Diwas 2024 to Be Held Without Bangladeshi Dignitaries

Deccan Chronicle  

Kolkata: The civil unrest including the religious persecution of the Hindu community in Bangladesh is set to cast a shadow on this year's Vijay Diwas celebration that marks the 53rd anniversary of the defeat of Pakistan to India in the Liberation war. This became evident on Friday when no Bangladeshi diplomat was found present at the curtain raiser of the …

Bangladeshi Mukti Yoddhas unlikely to attend Vijay Diwas celebrations this year
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Bangladeshi Mukti Yoddhas unlikely to attend Vijay Diwas celebrations this year

India Today  

The Bangladeshi Mukti Yoddhas are likely to miss this year's Vijay Diwas celebrations in West Bengal's Kolkata amid the ongoing diplomatic tension between Dhaka and New Delhi. Vijay Diwas, celebrated every year on December 16, commemorates the Indian Armed Forces' decisive victory over Pakistan in the 1971 war, leading to the liberation of Bangladesh. For the past five decades, India …

Kargil Vijay Diwas: Who were the four heroes awarded with Param Vir Chakra after 1999 war? READ here
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Kargil Vijay Diwas: Who were the four heroes awarded with Param Vir Chakra after 1999 war? READ here

India TV News  

Kargil Vijay Diwas: The nation is celebrating 'Kargil Vijay Diwas' on Friday, a historic day when the Indian Army emerged triumphant over Pakistani forces in the Kargil War of 1999 and successfully reclaimed the strategic position in the erstwhile state of Jammu and Kashmir. Prime Minister Narendra Modi visited the Kargil War Memorial on Friday to commemorate India's victory over …

Vijay Diwas: Army celebrates 51 years of India's victory in 1971 war
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Vijay Diwas: Army celebrates 51 years of India's victory in 1971 war

Hindustan Times  

The Indian Army on Thursday celebrated the Vijay Diwas, marking 51 years of 1971 Indo-Pakistan war that led to the liberation of Bangladesh. “The skies of #Kolkata were abuzz with the sound of fighter aircrafts and combat helicopters as Military Tattoo was conducted at RCTC.The show was witnessed by Senior Military and Civil officials,Bangladesh delegation including Mukti Jodhas & Kolkata …

'Firmly in control’: On Vijay Diwas, Lt Gen Kalita sheds light on Tawang clash
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'Firmly in control’: On Vijay Diwas, Lt Gen Kalita sheds light on Tawang clash

Hindustan Times  

On the occasion of Vijay Diwas, Eastern Army commander Lieutenant General RP Kalita on Friday asserted that the the situation is "firmly in control" in border areas along India's northern frontier despite the attempt by the Chinese People's Liberation Army to transgress. Eastern Army commander Lieutenant General RP Kalita speaks on Vijay Diwas. “On Vijay Diwas, I convey deepest gratitude …

Vijay Diwas 2022: Shershaah to Major, Movies That Pay Homage to Indian Armed Forces
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Vijay Diwas 2022: Shershaah to Major, Movies That Pay Homage to Indian Armed Forces

News 18  

VIJAY DIWAS 2022: Vijay Diwas holds an important place in the hearts of Indians. It is observed every year to pay homage to the bravery, courage, and resilience of the Indian Armed Forces who went against war with Pakistan in 1971 and led to the creation of a new country – Bangladesh. It was on this same day in 1971, …

Vijay Diwas 2022: Why is December 16 Celebrated in India with Great Patriotism?
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Vijay Diwas 2022: Why is December 16 Celebrated in India with Great Patriotism?

News 18  

VIJAY DIWAS: The 13-day war ended on December 16, 1971, with the surrender of the Pakistani Army. Vijay Diwas marks the day when the Indian Armed Forces, along with East Pakistani guerilla forces won the Indo-Pakistani War of 1971, creating the independent nation of Bangladesh. Vijay Diwas is to commemorate the victory of the Indian Armed Forces against the Pakistani …

Vijay Diwas 2022: Shershaah, Uri, Major; Bollywood films that show the bravery of Indian army
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Vijay Diwas 2022: Shershaah, Uri, Major; Bollywood films that show the bravery of Indian army

India TV News  

Image Source : File Image 1/8 Vijay Diwas 2022: On December 16, 1971, 93,000 Pakistani troops surrendered before Indian Army and Bangladesh was liberated to become an independent country. Image Source : File Image 2/8 Shershaah is based on the life of Param Vir Chakra awardee Indian Army Officer Vikram Batra. Image Source : File Image 3/8 Directed by Aditya …

Pro-Pak forces still trying to ruin Bangladesh, says son of Liberation War martyr
3 years ago

Pro-Pak forces still trying to ruin Bangladesh, says son of Liberation War martyr

Hindustan Times  

As Bangladesh celebrates 50 years of the 1971 War of Independence with a bolstered sense of Bengali nationalism and self-determination, those involved with the history of the struggle advise vigilance, noting that the fight is still not over. Nadim Qadir, the son of a Liberation War martyr, told Hindustan Times' sister publication HT Bangla that pro-Pakistani forces, in hiding, are …

Tributes pour in for brave heroes of 1971
3 years ago

Tributes pour in for brave heroes of 1971

Hindustan Times  

Leaders across political parties and current and former servicemen on Thursday hailed the sacrifices of soldiers in the 1971 war, which liberated Bangladesh, as the country celebrates the golden jubilee celebration of India’s triumph over Pakistan. Then Chief of Army Staff, General Sam Manekshaw being greeted in Dhaka As buglers sounded the ‘Last Post’ and ‘Rouse’ from the rampart behind …

Vijay Diwas 2021: Narendra Modi, Amit Shah pay tribute to slain soldiers on 50th Victory Day
3 years ago

Vijay Diwas 2021: Narendra Modi, Amit Shah pay tribute to slain soldiers on 50th Victory Day

Firstpost  

President Ram Nath Kovind, who is on a three-day visit to Bangladesh to attend the country’s 50th Victory Day celebrations, presented a replica of the 1971-era MiG 21 aircraft to his counterpart Abdul Hamid Vijay Diwas is celebrated on 16 December to mark India’s victory over Pakistan in the 1971 war. President Ram Nath Kovind, who is on a three-day …

Country marks 50 years of 1971 war
3 years ago

Country marks 50 years of 1971 war

The Hindu  

The country on Thursday commemorated 50 years of the decisive victory in the 1971 Liberation War of Bangladesh, which also changed the geography of South Asia. Defence Minister Rajnath Singh termed the war the “golden chapter” in India’s military history, He unveiled an India Post special day cover and a commemorative stamp marking the golden jubilee. Prime Minister Narendra Modi …

'Defeated oppressive forces': PM Modi recalls sacrifice of Indian bravehearts on Swarnim Vijay Diwas
3 years ago

'Defeated oppressive forces': PM Modi recalls sacrifice of Indian bravehearts on Swarnim Vijay Diwas

India TV News  

Highlights Vijay Diwas is celebrated on Dec 16 to commemorate India's victory over Pak in 1971 war The war started on Dec 3 & ended 13 days later on Dec 16 with unconditional surrender of Pak Army Bangladesh, then part of Pakistan, became an independent country after the war Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Thursday recalled the great valour and …

1971 war: When world woke up to Pakistani terror and India’s endeavour to save humanity in Bangladesh
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1971 war: When world woke up to Pakistani terror and India’s endeavour to save humanity in Bangladesh

Firstpost  

The Bangladesh liberation war united the multitudinous progressive forces in all continents in an aspiration for a better world “Bangladesh Bangladesh, When the Sun Sinks in the West…” my generation still remembers the crystal-clear voice of Joan Baez, the youth icon of the ‘flower generation’, supporting an action to save the millions of Bengalis fleeing their homeland after Pakistan’s generals …

How Mukti Bahini, Partly Inspired by Che Guevera, Turned into a Battle-ready Force in 1971
3 years, 8 months ago

How Mukti Bahini, Partly Inspired by Che Guevera, Turned into a Battle-ready Force in 1971

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With Bangladesh celebrating 50 years of Independence, an account by retired Air Vice Marshal Arjun Subramaniam on how Mukti Bahini, the Bangladesh Forces, were trained by Indian commanders. Initially formed as the Mukti Fauj or the Mukti Bahini, or simply the ‘Freedom Fighters’ when translated into English, the force primarily comprised the armed organizations that fought alongside the Indian armed …

Went to Jail for Bangladesh's Freedom: Dressed in a Mujib Jacket, PM Modi Gets Nostalgic in Dhaka
3 years, 8 months ago

Went to Jail for Bangladesh's Freedom: Dressed in a Mujib Jacket, PM Modi Gets Nostalgic in Dhaka

News 18  

Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Friday hailed Bangabandhu Sheikh Mujibur Rahman’s leadership and contribution of the Indian Army in Bangladesh’s 1971 freedom war as he joined President Abdul Hamid and his counterpart Sheikh Hasina in celebrating the country’s 50 years of independence here. Addressing Bangladesh’s 50th Independence anniversary at the National Parade Square, Modi recalled the role played by Indian …

122 Bangladesh Armed Forces contingent to participate in Republic Day celebration
3 years, 10 months ago

122 Bangladesh Armed Forces contingent to participate in Republic Day celebration

India TV News  

For the first time ever, a 122 member strong contingent of the Bangladesh Armed Forces will participate in the Republic Day celebrations in New Delhi. The contingent will be led by contingent commander Lieutenant Colonel Abu Mohammed Shahnoor Shawon and his deputies Lieutenant Farhan Ishraq and Flight Lieutenant Sibat Rahman. A majority of the personnel in the Bangladesh contingent hail …

Vijay Diwas 2020: Important facts about 1971 India-Pakistan War
4 years ago

Vijay Diwas 2020: Important facts about 1971 India-Pakistan War

India Today  

Vijay Diwas is celebrated on December 16th every year to recall the victory of India over Pakistan in 1971. On December 16th, 1971, the Chief of the Pakistani Forces, General Niazi along with his 93,000 soldiers surrendered to Indian forces. Important facts about 1971 India-Pakistan War East Pakistan raised the call for secession officially on March 26, 1971. Around 93,000 …

Vijay Diwas: 11 Important Facts About India's Victory over Pakistan in the 1971 War
4 years ago

Vijay Diwas: 11 Important Facts About India's Victory over Pakistan in the 1971 War

News 18  

The 1971 Indo-Pak War was one of the defining moments in the history of the subcontinent which resulted in the formation of Bangladesh. The war started on December 3, 1971, at a time when the struggle for independence was ongoing in East Pakistan. The conflict was sparked by the Liberation War of Bangladesh following West Pakistan’s ill-treatment of the people …

PM Modi lights Swarnim Vijay Mashaal on Vijay Diwas to mark 50th anniversary of India's win in 1971 war
4 years ago

PM Modi lights Swarnim Vijay Mashaal on Vijay Diwas to mark 50th anniversary of India's win in 1971 war

India Today  

Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Wednesday lit up the 'Swarnim Vijay Mashaal' at the National War Memorial in Delhi to mark the 50th anniversary of India’s victory in the 1971 India-Pakistan war, which is celebrated as Vijay Diwas. India celebrates December 16 as Vijay Diwas to commemorate its victory over Pakistan during the 1971 war that led to the creation …

Vijay Diwas 2020: 11 Things to Know About India's Victory Over Pakistan in 1971 War
4 years ago

Vijay Diwas 2020: 11 Things to Know About India's Victory Over Pakistan in 1971 War

News 18  

The 1971 Indo-Pak War was one of the defining moments in the history of the subcontinent which resulted in the formation of Bangladesh. The war started on December 3, 1971, at a time when the struggle for independence was ongoing in East Pakistan. The conflict was sparked by the Liberation War of Bangladesh following West Pakistan’s ill-treatment of the people …

Army to pay homage to heroes of 1971 war from India and Bangladesh on Vijay Diwas
4 years ago

Army to pay homage to heroes of 1971 war from India and Bangladesh on Vijay Diwas

Firstpost  

The Eastern Command will host 30 Mukti Joddhas and six serving members of Bangladesh Defence forces on 16 December this year Kolkata: The Eastern Command of the Indian Army will pay homage to the valiant heroes of India and Bangladesh who took part in the Liberation War of 1971, which led to the birth of a new nation, on December …

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