Honor the heroes of India with this complete guide to all 21 Param Vir Chakra recipients. Discover their incredible acts of bravery, sacrifice, and valor that shaped the nation's history.

Lieutenant Manoj Kumar Pandey, a name that epitomizes courage, sacrifice, and patriotism, was born on 25 June 1975 to Shri Gopi Chand Pandey and Mohini Pandey. A native of Rudha village, Kamlapur tehsil, in the Sitapur district of Uttar Pradesh, he was the eldest among his siblings. From a young age, he demonstrated exceptional academic […]

The First Kashmir War (1947-48), fought between the Indian Army and the Pakistani Tribal forces for control of the princely state of Jammu & Kashmir was a pivotal moment that defined the early years of India’s independence. The war showcased the unwavering bravery and unflinching gallantry of our troops in the face of insurmountable odds […]

The Param Vir Chakra is the highest honor that is bestowed on our brave Jawans, and is a recognition of unparalleled courage, selflessness, and an unwavering commitment to duty towards the nation. Few can embody these virtuous traits more than the awardee that we will learn about in this article, Naik Jadunath Singh.  His extraordinary […]

The Battle for Rajauri during the first India-Pakistan War (1947-48), or the First Kashmir War, was one of the most crucial engagements of the war. The Indian Army had successfully recaptured Jhangar on 18 March 1948, but the real test lay ahead as they advanced from Naushera to Rajauri. This was not just a military […]

Courage, sacrifice, and unwavering dedication—these are the hallmarks of true warriors who etch their names in history through acts of extraordinary bravery. Among them stands Company Havildar Major (CHM) Piru Singh of the 6 Rajputana Rifles, whose unmatched valor in the Indo-Pak War of 1947-48 earned him India’s highest wartime gallantry award, the Param Vir […]

The Battle of Tithwal was a crucial engagement in the Indo-Pakistani War of 1947-1948, where both sides fiercely contested control over the strategic Tithwal sector in Jammu & Kashmir. This battle was not only significant for its impact on the war but also for the extraordinary gallantry displayed by Indian soldiers. It was during this battle that […]