Defence Minister

Defence Minister Rajnath Singh engages in strategic talks with US National Security Advisor Jake Sullivan

NEW DELHI: Defence Minister Rajnath Singh met with US National Security Advisor Jake Sullivan at the White House on Friday to discuss critical issues related to the evolving geopolitical landscape and regional security. The discussions, held against the backdrop of increasing global uncertainties, also focused on enhancing defence industrial collaboration between India and the United […]

India, DRC hold inaugural Defence Ministers’ meeting

The first Secretary-level meeting between the Defence Ministries of India and the Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC) took place in New Delhi, on July 5. It marks a significant milestone in bilateral defence cooperation.

Defence production surged to historic high of Rs 1.27 lakh crore

The Ministry of Defence has announced unprecedented growth in indigenous defence production during the Financial Year (FY) 2023-24. Underlining the success of government policies aimed at bolstering self-reliance, the total value of defence production surged to a historic high of Rs 1,26,887 crore.

Rajnath Singh declares assets worth 7.36 crores, submits nomination

LUCKNOW: Rajnath Singh, the defence minister of India filed his nomination on Monday from the Lucknow Lok Sabha seat, where he has declared his and his wife Savitri Singh’s wealth worth in crores. The affidavit reveals that they have Rs 1.20 lakh, as a combined cash in hand with Singh holding Rs 70 thousand and […]

Defence Minister visits world’s highest battlefield

Addressing the troops at a forward base at an altitude of 15,100 feet, Rajnath praised the soldiers for their commitment to safeguarding the nation with courage and resolve in harsh conditions. He expressed the nation's enduring gratitude to the Armed Forces personnel for their sacrifices, which ensure the safety of every citizen.

India will win any type of war: Rajnath Singh 

Rajnath Singh on Wednesday said that “ India will win any type of war and will finish off terrorism in Jammu and Kashmir. He said that he has full faith in the Indian Army.”

There should be no lapse which hurts a countryman: Rajnath Singh in J&K

Defence Minister Rajnath Singh is visiting Jammu and Kashmir days after terrorists attack

Rajnath Singh and Richard Marles hold bilateral meet after World Cup, India-Australia strengthen defence ties 

Defence Minister, Rajnath Singh, and his Australian counterpart, Richard Marles, reaffirmed their commitment to strengthening the defence relations between the two nations

Rajnath Singh hails Women’s Reservation Bill as a gift to female scientists

NEW DELHI: Defence Minister Rajnath Singh hailed the passage of the Women’s Reservation Bill in the Lok Sabha as a gift to female scientists across India. “The Nari Shakti Vandan Bill is a gift from a grateful nation to the women scientists of ISRO along with the entire scientific community,” Singh said on Thursday, crediting […]

Drones, BP Jackets & Carbines: India To Spend Rs 28K Cr On Defence Purchase

NEW DELHI: Union defence minister Rajnath Singh chaired the Defence Acquisition Council (DAC) meet on Tuesday as it approved Acceptance of Necessity (AoN) for Capital Acquisition Proposals of the Armed Forces totaling ₹28,732 crores under the Buy (Indian IDDM) and Buy (Indian) categories, promoting “AtmaNirbharta” in the Defense sector. AoN for Bullet Proof Jackets with […]