Rajnath Singh calls for indigenous production of critical defence technologies, independent sustenance of capabilities

November 3, 2026 10:16 PM

Rajnath Singh calls for indigenous production of critical defence technologies, independent sustenance of capabilities

Defence Minister Rajnath Singh on Tuesday called for strengthening indigenous production of critical defence equipment and technologies and building the capacity to sustain them independently, asserting that military preparedness in the 21st century is intrinsically linked to technological and industrial capabilities. Addressing the third edition of the Delhi Defence Dialogue 2026 at the Manohar Parrikar Institute for Defence Studies and Analyses (MP-IDSA) on November 3, he said ‘Aatmanirbhar...

Indian Navy to Showcase Indigenous Defence Technologies and Innovations at ‘Swavlamban’ 2026

October 19, 2026 6:51 PM

Indian Navy to Showcase Indigenous Defence Technologies and Innovations at ‘Swavlamban’ 2026

The Indian Navy will organise the fifth edition of its flagship Naval Innovation and Indigenisation Seminar, ‘Swavlamban’ 2026, on October 26 and 27 at the Manekshaw Centre in New Delhi. The seminar will build on the Navy’s efforts to translate indigenous technological innovations into operational capabilities and strengthen ‘Aatmanirbharta’. It will bring together innovators, industry partners, startups, MSMEs, academia, investors, and the Defence Forces to explore collaborative solu...

CDS Hails IAF’s Operational Excellence, Decisive Air Power on 94th Air Force Day

October 9, 2026 1:13 AM

CDS Hails IAF’s Operational Excellence, Decisive Air Power on 94th Air Force Day

Chief of Defence Staff (CDS) General NS Raja Subramani on Thursday extended greetings to all personnel of the Indian Air Force (IAF), veterans, civilians and their families on the occasion of the 94th anniversary of the Indian Air Force, lauding the force’s operational excellence, professionalism and ability to employ air power decisively in an increasingly contested and technology-driven battlespace. Paying tribute to the IAF’s rich legacy of valour and selfless service, the CDS said the f...

Rajnath Singh Calls for Greater Public-Private Synergy to Build Next-Gen Indigenous Aerospace Capabilities

September 18, 2026 10:58 PM

Rajnath Singh Calls for Greater Public-Private Synergy to Build Next-Gen Indigenous Aerospace Capabilities

Defence Minister Rajnath Singh on Friday called for enhanced collaboration between the public and private sectors to accelerate the development of next-generation indigenous aerospace capabilities, asserting that the two sectors must work as collaborators rather than competitors to make India self-reliant and globally competitive in the field. He made the remarks in Bengaluru after Hindustan Aeronautics Limited (HAL) handed over two Light Combat Aircraft (LCA) Tejas Final Operational Clearance ...

Defence Minister Rajnath Singh launches Defence Procurement Manual 2025 to boost operational readiness

October 23, 2025 10:35 PM

Defence Minister Rajnath Singh launches Defence Procurement Manual 2025 to boost operational readiness

Defence Minister Rajnath Singh on Thursday released the Defence Procurement Manual (DPM) 2025 at a ceremony in South Block, New Delhi. The manual, effective from November 1, aims to simplify procurement procedures, bring uniformity in functioning, and enhance operational preparedness of the Armed Forces. The new manual will govern revenue procurement worth approximately ₹1 lakh crore by the three Services and other establishments under the Ministry of Defence. Addressing the gathering, Sing...