India, Jan. 26 -- President Droupadi Murmu, on the eve of Republic Day, approved the awarding of Gallantry and Distinguished Service Awards to Indian Army personnel. Several awards, including Kirti Chakras, Shaurya Chakras, Sena Medal and Param Vishisht Seva Medals, were conferred.

Each of these awards carried in its background stories of bravery. Here is a look, as per the award citations"

Major Arshdeep Singh of 1 Assam Rifles has been conferred the Kirti Chakra for his actions on May 14, 2025. On that day, he was leading a special patrol along the Indo-Myanmar border when it came under sudden and unprovoked fire from a dominating height.

Displaying exceptional courage, Singh launched a fearless assault through dense undergrowth and,...