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AIR, Jalandhar, has been airing kirtan from the Golden Temple for three hours daily on MW, including a two-hour morning slot from 4 am to 6 am

All India Radio (AIR), Amritsar, has begun broadcasting full two-hour early morning Gurbani from the Golden Temple, a move widely welcomed by listeners.The service, initiated by Prasar Bharati from January 13, enables devotees in Amritsar, Tarn Taran and Gurdaspur districts, as well as listeners across the International Border in Pakistan, to listen to the sacred kirtan.

Since the launch of AIR, Amritsar, on September 24, 2018, the station had been broadcasting Gurbani from 5 am to 6 am.

The FM transmission gets relayed from AIR’s Gharinda village centre near Attari and is operated under the External Services Division of AIR. Besides Gurbani, the division also airs special Urdu and Saraiki programmes, which has audiences in Pakistan, too.

Meanwhile, AIR, Jalandhar, has been airing kirtan from the Golden Temple for three hours daily on MW (medium wave), including a two-hour morning slot from 4 am to 6 am.

Former engineer Harjap Singh Aujla, who had been spearheading the demand, said medium wave transmissions were often unclear in distant areas and had also lost relevance as the use of MW radio sets declined.

“FM transmission offers better sound quality and is free from signal shadow caused by high-rise buildings. Residents of four border districts of Amritsar, Tarn Taran, Gurdaspur and Pathankot will now be able to listen the full Gurbani (two hours) clearly on FM,” added Aujla

He expressed hope that AIR, Amritsar, would also start the evening Gurbani broadcast from 4.30 pm to 5.30 pm, on the lines of AIR, Jalandhar. Kulwant Singh Ankhi, patron of the Amritsar Vikas Manch, said many people still preferred listening to Gurbani on the radio. Even in Lahore, several listeners tuned into Gurbani rendered in classical ragas, including noted Punjabi poet Ustad Daman, who was known to listen to kirtan regularly, he said. Satnam Singh of Dhotian village said listening to the morning kirtan on the radio was like a daily act of worship for him.

The demand for Gurbani broadcast on radio dates back to the period of the Dharam Yudh Morcha in 1982. After Operation Bluestar in June 1984, AIR, Jalandhar, began relaying shabad kirtan from the Golden Temple for three hours daily.

Bhagwant Singh Dhangera, manager of the Golden Temple, said, “It is encouraging that devotees can now listen to Gurbani for two hours. Many people prefer radio over television for kirtan as Gurbani is considered more of an art to be heard than watched.”

Several individuals were detained for questioning as a massive search operation to flush out terrorists entered the third day in the upper reaches of Jammu and Kashmir’s Kishtwar district on Tuesday, officials said.

The operation was launched in Sonnar village near Mandral-Singhpora in the Chatroo belt on Sunday, leading to a gunfight that left one paratrooper dead and seven others injured, primarily due to splinter injuries caused by a sudden grenade attack from the hiding terrorists.

The terrorists escaped deep into the forest area, but their well-fortified hideout, packed with a large quantity of winter stock, including eatables, blankets and utensils, was busted.

Senior officers, including Inspector General of Police, Jammu Zone, Bhim Sen Tuti and Inspector General of CRPF, Jammu, R Gopala Krishna Rao, also reached the encounter scene and are currently camping there along with several Army officers to supervise the operation.

Army Day is celebrated on 15 January every year in India, in recognition of Lieutenant General Kodandera M. Cariappa’s (later who became Field Marshal 

HAPPY INDIAN ARMY DAY

Happy Indian Army Day 2026: Heartfelt Wishes, Quotes, Messages And Slogans To Honour India’s Brave Soldiers

Patriotic Messages And Slogans For Indian Army Day 2026

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This soldier has achieved Martyrdom, bidding him farewell is an 8 hours old daughter and a wife on stretcher after the surgery for delivering the baby

Army Day is celebrated on 15 January every year in India, in recognition of Lieutenant General Kodandera M. Cariappa‘s (later who became Field Marshal ) taking over as the first Commander-in-Chief of the Indian Army from General Francis Roy Bucher, the last British Commander-in-Chief of India, on 15 January 1949.^[1][2] The day is celebrated in the form of parades and other military shows in the national capital New Delhi as well as in all headquarters.^[3] On 15 January 2023, India celebrated its 75th Indian Army Day in Bengaluru.^[4][5] Army Day marks a day to salute the valiant soldiers who sacrificed their lives to protect the country and its citizens.^[6]

While celebrations take place across the country, the main Army Day parade is conducted in Cariappa Parade ground in Delhi cantonment.^[7] Gallantry awards and Sena medals are also awarded on this day. In 2020, 15 soldiers were presented with bravery awards. Param Vir Chakra and Ashok Chakra awardees participate in the Army Day parade every year.^[8][9] Military hardware, numerous contingents and a combat display are part of the parade.^[8] In 2020, Captain Tania Shergill became the first female officer to command an Army Day parade.^[10][11

Gallantry awards and Sena medals are also awarded on this day. In 2020, 15 soldiers were presented with bravery awards. Param Vir Chakra and Ashok Chakra awardees participate in the Army Day parade every year. Military hardware, numerous contingents and a combat display are part of the parade.

Captain Tania Shergill 

is the first Indian woman Parade Adjutant to lead an all-man contingent at an Army Day function in Indian Army, Republic Day (India) in 2020.^[1][2]

Early life and education

She is a graduate of Officers Training Academy in Chennai. Shergill is serving at 1-Signal Training Centre in Jabalpur. She was commissioned into the Indian Army Corps of Signals in 2017.^[3]

Family background

Shergill belongs to an Indian Army family background where her father served the 101 Medium Regiment (Artillery) and later in Central Reserve Police Force where he was awarded with a PPMG.^{[clarification needed]} Shergill’s grandfather served in the 14th Armoured Regiment (Scinde Horse). Her great grandfather was in the Sikh Regiment. Shergill also led the Army’s contingent during the Republic Day parade in 2021.

Education

Shergill holds a B.Tech. degree in electronics and telecommunications from Nagpur University.^[4]

he day honors soldiers’ sacrifice and discipline, showcasing modern military displays and reflecting the Army’s growth into a national security pillar. India will observe Indian Army Day on January 15, 2026, marking 78 years since the country took full command of its own Army after Independence.2 hours ago

Happy Indian Army Day 2026 Wishes And Quotes:  January 15th is observed as the Indian Army Day to commemorate the sacrifice and selfless service of the Indian Army. On special occasions and every day, each citizen of a nation of billions should be grateful for the sacrifice our soldiers make so that we can sleep peacefully in our homes. They not just protect borders, but are foundational in India’s existence. To celebrate the proud day wholeheartedly, here is a list of heartfelt wishes, powerful quotes, messages and powerful slogans to honour great Indian soldiers who safeguard the nation against all odds.

Happy Indian Army Day 2026 Wishes:

• On Army Day 2026, saluting the unbreakable spirit of our Indian Army! Your courage guards our dreams. Jai

• Happy Indian Army Day 2026 to the heroes who stand tall against all odds. Thank you for protecting our nation with pride.
• To our brave soldiers: Your selfless service inspires us all. Wishing you strength and honour on Army Day 2026. Bharat Mata ki Jai!

• Army Day 2026 reminds us of the sacrifices behind our freedom. Heartfelt thanks to every jawan who calls the border home.
• Happy Army Day 2026! May your valour continue to light the path of India’s glory. We are forever grateful.
• On this Army Day 2026, let’s pledge to honour the soldiers who defend us day and night. Salutes to you all!

• Brave hearts of the Indian Army, your dedication is our nation’s shield. Warm wishes on Army Day 2026.
• Happy Indian Army Day 2026! In your courage, we find the true meaning of patriotism. Jai Jawan!
• To the guardians of our borders: Thank you for every sunrise we wake up to in peace. Army Day 2026 greetings!
• Army Day 2026: Celebrating the soldiers who turn challenges into triumphs. Proud of you!

Happy Indian Army Day 2026 Quotes And Messages:

• “The soldier is the Army. No army is better than its soldiers. The Soldier is also a citizen. In fact, the highest duty of the soldier is to be a good citizen.” – Gen. Douglas MacArthur (Adapted for our heroes).

“Our flag does not fly because the wind moves it. It flies with the last breath of each soldier who died protecting it.” – Unknown.

• “Jai Jawan, Jai Kisan – the mantra that fuels India’s strength.” – Lal Bahadur Shastri.
• “Bravery is not the absence of fear, but fighting through it for the nation.” – Inspired by the Indian Army ethos.
• “Soldiers’ boots tread where eagles dare, guarding the soul of Bharat.” – Original tribute.
• “In the silence of the mountains, our soldiers whisper freedom.” – Army Day reflection.

• “True heroes wear camouflage, not capes.” – Honouring India’s defenders.
• “The Indian Army: Where ordinary men become legends of valour.” – Patriotic salute.
• “Sacrifice today for peace tomorrow – that’s the soldier’s vow.” – Timeless wisdom.
• “Borders are drawn by men, defended by soldiers.” – Eternal truth.

Patriotic Messages And Slogans For Indian Army Day 2026

• Happy Army Day 2026! Soldiers, you are the heartbeat of India. Eternal gratitude!
• Message: “Your vigilance ensures our smiles. Thank you, Indian Army!” #ArmyDay2026
• Jai Hind! On Army Day 2026, we bow to the brave who never back down.
• “Nation First, Always!” – Slogan for the fearless Indian Army.

• Heartfelt message: Army Day 2026 – Remembering the sacrifices that shape our future.
• “Bleed Tricolour, Live Forever!” – Powerful Army Day slogan.
• Saluting the soldiers who make ‘Impossible’ their favourite word. Happy Army Day 2026!
• “Jawan ki Jai Ho!” – Chant for India’s protectors.

Message: In your honour, we stand united. Army Day 2026 wishes to our warriors.

• “Defend Till the End!” – Rallying slogan for Army Day pride.
• Happy Indian Army Day 2026: Heroes in olive green, legends in our hearts.

• “Bharat ke Rakshak, Humare Abhiman!” (India’s Protectors, Our Pride!) – Bilingual slogan.
• Your courage echoes across generations. Grateful on Army Day 2026.
• “Victory Through Valour!” – Indian Army’s enduring motto.

Happy Indian Army Day 2026 Wishes (Image Credit: Canva).

…Each of these quotes can also be shared on social media platforms like WhatsApp, Facebook and Instagram as captions to keep the national pride high on the celebratory occasion. Happy Army Day 2026! Jai Hindi, Jai Jawan! (Hail India, Hail the soldiers!)

Sarabjeet Kaur, 48, was among 2,000 Sikh pilgrims who had entered Pakistan via Wagah border from India in November last year to attend the festivities related to the birth anniversary of Guru Nanak

An Indian Sikh woman, who contracted marriage with a local Muslim during a visit to Pakistan in November, was arrested and sent to a government-run shelter home in Lahore, a Punjab government source said on Wednesday.

Sarabjeet Kaur, 48, was among 2,000 Sikh pilgrims who had entered Pakistan via Wagah border from India in November last year to attend the festivities related to the birth anniversary of Guru Nanak.

The pilgrims returned home after a few days, but Kaur went missing. A senior police officer in Lahore later said that Kaur contracted marriage with Nasir Hussain of Sheikhupura district, some 50 km from Lahore, a day after she arrived in Pakistan on November 4.

Later, Kaur and Hussain filed a petition in the Lahore High Court complaining that the police had conducted an illegal raid at their house in Farooqabad, Sheikhupura, and pressed them to end the marriage.

Lahore High Court Justice Farooq Haider ordered the police to stop harassing the couple.

“Instead of following the court order, the Punjab police apprehended the couple and sent Kaur to Darul Aman (government-run shelter home) in Lahore,” the source in the Punjab government told PTI.

He said the authorities want to deport Kaur while her husband is in police custody facing a case.

“The authorities already made an attempt to deport Kaur but failed due to the closure of the Wagah-Attari border,” he said.

Earlier, in a video clip, Kaur said she approached the embassy in Islamabad to extend her visa and also applied for Pakistani nationality.

“I am a divorcee and wanted to marry Hussain; therefore, I came here for the purpose,” she said.

Kaur was given a Muslim name, Noor, before the nikah ceremony. “I happily married Hussain,” she added.

A former member of the Punjab Assembly, Mahinder Pal Singh, had filed a petition in the Lahore High Court alleging that it is likely that she is an “Indian spy”.

“Staying in Pakistan after the expiry of her visa is an illegal act as the matter is linked to Pakistan’s national security,” he said.

Brig Advitya Madan (retd)

Sixty years after the guns fell silent on 23 September 1965, the Indo-Pak war remains etched in national memory—not merely as a military confrontation, but as a defining test of India’s political resolve, military leadership and commitment to peace.

As the nation marks six decades of the ceasefire that followed one of South Asia’s fiercest conflicts, veterans recall the events and enduring impact of the war that began with miscalculation and ended with a conscious choice for restraint.

From a veteran’s viewpoint, the 1965 war was triggered by Pakistan’s grave strategic misjudgement. In August 1965, Pakistan launched Operation Gibraltar, infiltrating nearly 3,000 troops in civilian disguise into the Kashmir Valley, hoping to incite a popular uprising. That uprising never materialised. Instead, local civilians exposed the infiltrators, enabling Indian forces to swiftly neutralise the plan.

Lt Gen JS Dhillon, VSM (Retd), who witnessed the war as a young student, recalls how the conflict touched even those far from the frontlines. With his village Manko in Jalandhar district located near the Adampur Air Force Station, the war unfolded in dramatic fashion. Pakistani aircraft attempted to bomb the airbase, while Indian air defence guns lit up the night sky “like Diwali crackers,” a sight that left an indelible impression on a generation.

Another factor behind Pakistan’s gamble was its confidence in numerical strength and the much-vaunted American-supplied Patton tanks. That confidence proved misplaced. In the fields of Khemkaran and Asal Uttar, Indian troops, armed largely with older Centurion tanks and anti-tank weapons, inflicted devastating losses, turning the area into what came to be known as a graveyard of Pakistani armour.

The war also produced extraordinary acts of bravery. CQMH Abdul Hamid of 4 Grenadiers and Lt Col AB Tarapore of 17 Poona Horse were posthumously awarded the Param Vir Chakra, India’s highest gallantry honour, for their heroic actions against overwhelming odds.

As Brig Advitya Madan (Retd) notes, Pakistan’s failure in Kashmir did not halt escalation. On 1 September 1965, it launched Operation Grand Slam, aiming to seize Akhnoor and sever India’s land link to Jammu. India’s response was decisive and unexpected. On 6 September, Indian forces crossed the international border towards Lahore and Sialkot, transforming a covert campaign into a full-scale conventional war.

Seventeen days of intense land and air battles followed. Despite technological disadvantages, the Indian Air Force held its own with skill and daring, while the Army blunted Pakistan’s armoured thrusts at key battlefields such as Phillora.

The 1965 war had lasting consequences beyond the battlefield. It marked the emergence of Prime Minister Lal Bahadur Shastri as a leader of quiet firmness and moral authority. Equally significant was the role of military commanders like Lt Gen Harbaksh Singh, GOC-in-C Western Command, who is remembered for refusing to pull back Indian troops to the Beas River despite pressure, denying Pakistan any bargaining advantage around Amritsar.

For Pakistan, the war was another hard lesson after the conflicts of 1947–48: that strategic miscalculation and overconfidence could not substitute for popular support or sound military planning. Having failed to achieve its objectives, Pakistan sought a UN-mandated ceasefire, which came into effect on 23 September 1965 under UN Resolution 211, with mediation by global powers including the Soviet Union and the United States.

The conflict formally ended with the Tashkent Declaration, signed on 10 January 1966 by Prime Minister Lal Bahadur Shastri and Pakistan President Ayub Khan. India agreed to return captured territories, reaffirming its preference for peace over territorial gains. Tragically, Shastri passed away hours after signing the agreement, a death that remains shrouded in unanswered questions.

A legacy of lessons

Sixty years on, veterans view the 1965 war as a moment when India demonstrated resilience, unity and restraint. It shattered the myth that superior weapons alone guarantee victory and reinforced the principle that national strength lies as much in leadership and moral clarity as in military might. The ceasefire of 1965 stands not just as the end of a war, but as a reminder that even after fierce combat, the harder—and braver—path is often the choice of peace.