The heroic last stand of 2nd Lt Arun Khetarpal, PVC, in the 1971 Battle of Basantar will be depicted in 'Ikkis'. Agastya Nanda stars as the youngest Param Vir Chakra recipient. Releasing Jan 1, 2026.
Bangladesh's political identity, rooted in the secular 1971 Liberation War, faces persistent challenges from resurgent Islamist forces. Analysts trace the nation's complex trajectory and its impact on regional ties. Read the full analysis.
Bangladesh's journey from its 1971 liberation, sparked by language rights, to the 2025 political crisis marked by violence and minority attacks. Explore the historical parallels and current challenges.
Explore how Bollywood films like Ikkis, Border, Raazi, Shershaah, and Uri turned real-life war stories of courage and sacrifice into cinematic masterpieces. Discover the true events behind the drama.
Amazon MGM Studios releases first teaser for 'Madden' starring Nicolas Cage as the legendary NFL coach. The film, directed by David O. Russell, releases Thanksgiving 2026. Read more!
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The Indian Air Force presented a ceremonial guard of honour to retired Corporal Zahiruddin Saiyed, a veteran of the 1965 and 1971 wars, at his Vadodara residence. Read about his distinguished service and legacy.
Indian student Kautilya Pandit delivered a scathing critique of Pakistan's Kashmir claims at the Oxford Union, highlighting the exodus of Kashmiri Pandits and mocking its military record. Read the full viral speech.
Akshaye Khanna, Suniel Shetty & Sudesh Berry reprise their iconic Border roles in Border 2, set in the 1971 war. A special scene connects the two generations. Read more.
The legacy of Flying Officer Nirmal Jit Singh Sekhon, India's only IAF Param Vir Chakra recipient, is honoured with a gallery at Rashtrapati Bhavan. His family witnessed the historic tribute.
Tripura CM Manik Saha confirms deployment of a historic Army battalion in the state bordering Bangladesh. Read about the strategic move and regional implications.
Algeria plans a major film industry overhaul, backing an epic biopic of hero Emir Abdelkader and building new studios to attract global productions and reclaim cinematic glory. Read more.
The biographical drama 'Maa Vande', starring Unni Mukundan as PM Narendra Modi, has started shooting. Get the latest details on the film's production and release.
Offices of Prothom Alo and The Daily Star vandalised and torched by mobs. Journalists link attacks to newspapers' focus on Liberation War and non-partisan stance. Read more.
Ram Pothineni's fan biopic 'Andhra King Taluka' is set for its digital premiere on Netflix this November. Discover the release date, plot details, and box office performance.
A parliamentary panel warns the evolving Bangladesh situation is India's greatest strategic challenge since 1971, urging proactive diplomacy. Read the full analysis.
Saif Ali Khan reveals his next project is a Bengali biopic. The actor will dedicate three months solely to mastering the accent for this intense role. Read more about his preparation and thoughts on focused work.
Residents of Shamsher Nagar in Ludhiana held a solemn ceremony to honour 1971 war heroes, including MVC recipient 2nd Lt Shamsher Singh. The event featured a wreath-laying and the inauguration of a new boom barrier for colony security. Read more.
Actress Celina Jaitly seeks help to contact brother detained in UAE. On Vijay Diwas, she shared her late father Colonel VK Jaitly's harrowing 1971 war story. Read her emotional tribute.
Actress Ankita Mallick opens up about life after 'Jagaddhatri', her film debut in Mahua Roy Choudhury's biopic, battling social anxiety, and her bond with co-star Soumyadeep Mukherjee. Read her exclusive interview.
Andrew Scott and Olivia Colman join the cast of 'Elsinore,' a biopic on 'Chariots of Fire' star Ian Charleson. Filming begins in the UK on January 5. Discover the inspiring true story.
Former Ukrainian military chief Valeriy Zaluzhny warns of potential civil war and political chaos after the war, citing the challenge of reintegrating one million soldiers. Read the full analysis.
Bangladeshi Muktijoddhas at Kolkata's Vijay Diwas celebrations stress dialogue over tensions. They call for patience and renewed cooperation between the two nations. Read more.
Residents of Shamsher Nagar, Ludhiana, organized a solemn ceremony to mark Vijay Diwas, honoring the 1971 war heroes. The event featured patriotic songs and tributes.
Pune's Southern Command marked the 54th Vijay Diwas with a solemn wreath-laying ceremony. Lt Gen Dhiraj Seth led tributes to the fallen heroes of the 1971 Indo-Pak War. Read the full report.
Sudarshan Chakra Corps commemorated the 54th Vijay Diwas at Bhopal's war memorial, honoring soldiers of the 1971 Indo-Pak War. Lt Gen Arvind Chauhan led the wreath-laying ceremony. Read more.
Telangana Deputy CM Bhatti Vikramarka paid homage at Amar Jawan Jyoti, hailed soldiers' valor. He also urged new sarpanches to drive village development. Read more.
Filmmaker Vikram Bhatt and wife Shwetambari remanded to judicial custody in Udaipur after court rejects interim bail plea in alleged Rs 30 crore cheating case linked to a biopic project.
Uttarakhand Governor led Vijay Diwas tributes in Dehradun, honoring 1971 war martyrs. The event highlighted India's historic victory and creation of Bangladesh. Read more.
Indian Army's Southern Command marked 54 years of the 1971 victory, honouring veterans and Veer Naris in Pune. Lt Gen Dhiraj Seth led solemn tributes at the War Memorial. Read the full report.