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1999 Kargil War
The Kargil war was fought between India and Pakistan between May and July 1999 in the Kargil district of Kashmir and along the Line of Control (LOC). During the war, the Indian Army evicted Pakistani intruders and succeeded in recapturing the Tiger Hill and other posts as a part of Operation Vijay. The Indian soldiers had secured this victory after a three-month conflict that led to a loss of lives from both sides with the Indian side losing nearly 490 officers, soldiers, and jawans. In order to commemorate India’s win in the war, the Kargil Vijay Diwas is celebrated every year on July 26.
1999 KARGIL WAR NEWS
How this Kargil teacher turned abandoned war bunkers into Social Science labs
September 08, 2026 1:50 pm
From studying amid the Kargil War to turning abandoned war bunkers into learning spaces, Mohd Mustafa Kamal’s unconventional teaching journey has earned him the National Teachers Award 2026.
'Not cigarette butts, but shells': Ex-Air Chief on MiG-21 sorties during Operation Safed Sagar
August 27, 2026 8:28 am
In The Last Salute, BS Dhanoa and IAF veterans recall flying MiG-21s at extreme altitudes during Operation Safed Sagar in the 1999 Kargil War.
Military Digest | Two forgotten Indian prisoners of war from Kargil conflict
August 23, 2026 1:44 pm
Both soldiers, who had inadvertently crossed the LoC, were branded deserters by their regiment, and their families suffered profound emotional and social costs.
What happened to Musharraf after Operation Safed Sagar? Military coup, failed India visit
August 18, 2026 1:33 pm
Operation Safed Sagar ends with Pervez Musharraf hinting at bringing martial law to Pakistan. What happened next? A military coup, him becoming president, and his eventual treason and exile.
Op Safed Sagar to now: How India spies on enemy positions from the air
August 15, 2026 3:54 pm
The Netflix show 'Operation Safed Sagar' portrays photo reconnaissance missions during the Kargil war. These missions, along with those carried out by other IAF squadrons, were key in identifying the extent of the Pakistani intrusion along the LoC.
Did US manipulate GPS during Kargil War as shown in 'Operation Safed Sagar'? Ex-IAF chief explains
August 12, 2026 9:50 am
Former IAF Air Chief Marshal BS Dhanoa (retd), the Commanding Officer of the No. 17 Squadron of the MiG-21s during the Kargil War, details events from the conflict that have been referenced in a new Netflix series.
'He shoved AK-47 in my mouth': Who was Ajay Ahuja trying to rescue in Operation Safed Sagar
August 11, 2026 7:06 pm
Operation Safed Sagar: Ajay Ahuja stayed behind in volatile territory to rescue K Nachiketa Rao. Nachiketa was a POW during Kargil War and was released after eight days.
Military Digest: Ladakh Scouts, the true defenders of Himalayas from 1947 to Kargil conflict
October 05, 2025 10:55 am
In the wake of the recent unrest in Ladakh, a look at the contributions of both the Ladakh Scouts and the local population to India's defence.
C Raja Mohan writes: How to Trump-proof India-US relations
May 21, 2025 10:50 am
In his second term, Trump has undermined carefully developed understandings with India on key issues. But Delhi need not be rattled
First time, Pakistan Army chief admits its military’s role in 1999 Kargil war
September 08, 2024 7:28 am
"Whether the Pakistan-India wars of 1948, 1965, 1971 and Kargil or Siachen conflict, thousands of martyrs gave sacrifices for the security and honour of the country," General Asim Munir stated during a Defence Day event.
1999 KARGIL WAR PHOTOS
Kargil Vijay Diwas 2020: Photos that show how India won the battle
July 26, 2020 12:06 pm
Kargil Vijay Diwas 2020: On this day in 1999, the Indian Army successfully completed 'Operation Vijay'. The war was fought between India and Pakistan between May and July 1999 in the Kargil district of Jammu and Kashmir and along the Line of Control (LOC).
Army Day 2020: Rare photos of Indian soldiers during Indo-Pak, Sino-Indian wars
January 15, 2020 10:41 am
India is celebrating the 72nd Army Day today in honour of the soldiers who serve the country selflessly and risk their lives to safeguard the borders.
Kargil Vijay Diwas images: Photos that show how India won the battle
July 26, 2019 11:05 am
Kargil Vijay Diwas 2019: On this day in 1999, the Indian Army successfully completed 'Operation Vijay'. The war was fought between India and Pakistan between May and July 1999 in the Kargil district of Jammu and Kashmir and along the Line of Control (LOC).
Kargil Vijay Divas: All about the heroes of 1999 'Operation Vijay'
July 26, 2020 9:47 am
A glimpse of the war heroes whose valour and heroism led to the capture of 'Tiger Hill' in 'Operation Vijay' during the 1999 Kargil War.
Lest we forget: The 1999 Kargil War
July 26, 2014 2:10 pm
Every year July 26 is observed as 'Kargil Vijay Diwas'.
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