A series of developments unfolded on September 7th, including the resignation of Byju’s auditor BDO amidst legal troubles, a building collapse in Lucknow, and a revelation of embezzlement at Swiggy. Meanwhile, the IMD predicted heavy rainfall in Coastal Andhra, and Pakistan admitted its involvement in the 1999 Kargil War. Ganesh Chaturthi celebrations also took place across India.
In a significant shift from its long-standing denial, Pakistan has acknowledged its military involvement in the 1999 Kargil War, marking a major development in the narrative surrounding the conflict. This admission comes from Pakistan’s Army Chief, General Asim Munir, who paid homage to soldiers who lost their lives in the war during a recent event. This revelation has sparked widespread discussions, particularly in light of Pakistan’s past claims attributing the conflict to ‘Kashmiri freedom fighters’ or ‘mujahideen’.
India commemorated the 25th anniversary of Kargil Vijay Diwas on July 26, 2024, paying tribute to the soldiers who fought and sacrificed their lives in the 1999 Kargil War against Pakistan. Prime Minister Narendra Modi visited the Kargil War Memorial, while other leaders, including the External Affairs Minister, expressed their gratitude and acknowledged the bravery of the Indian Army.
Prime Minister Narendra Modi commemorated Kargil Vijay Diwas on July 26th, paying homage to the soldiers who fought in the Kargil War. He also virtually inaugurated the Shinkun La Tunnel Project, which will be the world’s highest tunnel upon completion.
India commemorates Kargil Vijay Diwas on July 26, marking the victory over Pakistan in the 1999 Kargil War. Prime Minister Narendra Modi will visit the Kargil War Memorial to pay homage to the fallen soldiers and inaugurate the Shinkun La Tunnel Project. The day also serves as a reminder of the bravery and sacrifice of Indian soldiers in the face of adversity.
The 1999 Kargil War, triggered by an incursion of Pakistani forces led by General Pervez Musharraf, resulted in the loss of 527 brave Indian soldiers and injuries to over 1,300. Despite the 1999 Lahore Declaration, signed months earlier by Prime Ministers Atal Bihari Vajpayee and Nawaz Sharif, pledging peace between the two countries, Pakistan violated its terms by carrying out nuclear tests and instigating the Kargil conflict. The Lahore Declaration outlined measures to improve bilateral relations, including steps towards resolving the Kashmir dispute and promoting nuclear safety. However, with Pakistan’s violation of the agreement, its commitments to the UN Charter and the Simla Agreement were compromised.
Former Pakistan Prime Minister Nawaz Sharif has admitted that his country violated the Lahore Declaration, a peace agreement signed with India in 1999. The disclosure came during Sharif’s assumption of the Pakistan Muslim League (Nawaz) presidency. The Lahore Declaration aimed to promote peace and stability between the two countries, but Pakistan’s subsequent actions, such as the infiltration of Kargil and support for terrorism, violated the agreement’s principles.
