Explore the heroic true story of 2nd Lt. Arun Khetarpal, PVC, martyred at 21 in the 1971 war, now immortalised in Sriram Raghavan's film Ikkis starring Agastya Nanda. Discover his bravery and legacy.
Advertising icon Cindy Gallop reveals how fear of others' opinions paralyzes life and business. Discover her 30-year journey to authentic living and leadership. Read her powerful philosophy.
Explore the pivotal events of 2nd January: from the institution of Bharat Ratna & Padma Vibhushan to the birth of social reformers and a tragic football stampede. Discover how this day shaped history.
Ahead of Assembly elections, Assam government accelerates the process to expel individuals declared as foreigners within a week of identification. The move focuses on detention centre inmates. Read the full story.
Discover the true story of 2nd Lt Arun Khetarpal's heroic last stand in the 1971 War, the inspiration for the film 'Ikkis'. A tale of unparalleled bravery and sacrifice.
Sriram Raghavan's 'Ikkis' offers a humane counter-narrative to jingoistic war films. Based on PVC awardee Arun Khetarpal's true story, it explores vulnerability and grace. Read the full review.
Sriram Raghavan's 'Ikkis' is a moving 1971 war drama starring Dharmendra & Agastya Nanda. Read our review of this humane film that puts forgiveness before patriotism.
Sriram Raghavan's 'Ikkis' is a moving anti-war film starring Dharmendra. It contrasts the 1971 war with a father's peace mission to Pakistan. A poignant take on loss and humanity.
A look back at Jan 1, 1986: DRI probes lavish parties, India urges Sri Lanka on Tamil peace, Bangladesh's Ershad lifts politics ban, and IDF actions in Lebanon. Revisit history.
Centre assures Kamtapur Liberation Organisation leaders will be free from confinement after peace talks. TMC accuses BJP of fanning separatism in Bengal ahead of elections. Details inside.
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The patriotic war film 'Ikkis', based on PVC recipient Arun Khetarpal, gets U/A certification after CBFC mandates edits. Releasing in 2026, it stars Agastya Nanda. Read more.
Baloch Liberation Front claims responsibility for attacks killing 10 Pakistani soldiers across Balochistan. Read the full report on escalating conflict in the region.
Spiritual leader Sadhguru calls India's Siliguri Corridor a symbol of strategic fragility. He urges action to strengthen this vital link to the Northeast amid regional instability. Read more.
China upgrades Zhongda 79 cargo ship into a floating arsenal with 60 missile launchers, marking a major step in maritime power. Satellite images reveal details. Read more.
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.
Russia launches new offensive, claims destruction of Ukraine's unmanned supply routes near Gulyaipole. The assault comes hours before Zelensky's critical meeting with Donald Trump. Details inside.
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.
Five Pakistani police personnel killed in Khyber Pakhtunkhwa ambush. Separatist groups claim attacks in Balochistan & Sindh. Read about the rising violence and official response.
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.
Six Pakistani soldiers were killed in multiple attacks across Balochistan. The Balochistan Liberation Army (BLA) claimed responsibility for the assaults. Read the full details.
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.
Explore the inspiring journey of Eleanor Roosevelt, who transformed the role of First Lady into a platform for civil rights, women's liberation, and crafting the Universal Declaration of Human Rights. Discover her timeless wisdom on living bravely.
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.
NCP(SP) MP Supriya Sule inaugurated a 3-day conference in Mumbai marking 50 years of the Stree Mukti Movement. She stressed true women's liberation requires respect at home and in schools. Read more.