Army dog Tyson, shot in J&K op after helping track 3 terrorists, gets I-Day honour

Tyson is the only animal hero among the 89 personnel chosen for MiD, which is an official military commendation.NEW DELHI: New Delhi: Indian Army’s assault dog Tyson, who is attached to 2 Para Special Forces, has been honoured during the Independence Day 2026 celebrations for showing “bravery and extraordinary courage” during a counter-insurgency operation in J&K as part of Operation Rakshak early this year.The name of Tyson, a German Shepherd of Remount Veterinary Corps, appeared among 89 Mention-in-Despatches (MiD) approved by President Droupadi Murmu on I-Day eve on Friday.Tyson is the only animal hero among the 89 personnel chosen for MiD, which is an official military commendation recognising bravery and meritorious service in a combat zone.During Operation Trashi-I in Chatroo belt of