Defence Minister Rajnath Singh

June 6, 2026 9:51 AM

India remains world’s fastest-growing economy despite global uncertainty: Defence Minister Singh

Defence Minister Rajnath Singh on Saturday said that at a time when many countries are facing economic uncertainty, India continues to stand out as the world’s fastest-growing major economy. He further said that India’s economy grew by 7.7 per cent in FY 2025-26, with growth accelerating to 7.8 per cent in the fourth quarter, underscoring its resilience and the underlying strength built over the last 12 years through the mantra of 'Reform, Perform, Transform'. Defence Minister Singh took t...

June 2, 2026 3:43 PM

CDS General N S Raja Subramani meets Defence Minister Rajnath Singh at Kartavya Bhavan

Newly appointed Chief of Defence Staff (CDS) General N S Raja Subramani called on Defence Minister Rajnath Singh at Kartavya Bhavan on Tuesday, days after assuming charge of the country’s highest military post. In a post on X, the Raksha Mantri Office (RMO) said, “Newly appointed Chief of Defence Staff (CDS) General N S Raja Subramani called on Raksha Mantri Shri Rajnath Singh at Kartavya Bhavan.” The meeting followed General Subramani’s visit to Rashtrapati Bhavan on Monday, where he,...

May 26, 2026 5:55 PM

“New chapter in India’s developmental journey”: Defence Minister Rajnath Singh on PM Modi’s 12 years in office

As Prime Minister Narendra Modi completed 12 years in office on Monday, Defence Minister Rajnath Singh praised his leadership, saying May 26, 2014, marked the beginning of a transformative phase in "India's civilisational and developmental journey." Prime Minister Narendra Modi, who first took the oath of office on May 26, 2014, has since been sworn in for two consecutive terms in 2019 and 2024. In a post on X, Singh said Modi's taking the oath as Prime Minister ushered in a decisive change in...

May 24, 2026 3:17 AM

Rajnath Singh inaugurates private defence manufacturing complex in Shirdi, flags off India’s first 300-km rocket system

Defence Minister Rajnath Singh on Saturday inaugurated a private sector defence manufacturing complex in Shirdi and flagged off India’s first 300-km Universal Rocket Launching System ‘Suryastra’, asserting that a nation capable of manufacturing its own weaponry “writes its own destiny”. The facility, developed by NIBE Limited, will focus on advanced artillery systems, missile and space technologies, rocket systems, energetic materials, and autonomous defence platforms. Maharashtra Chie...

May 21, 2026 11:28 AM

Rajnath Singh inaugurates Indian War Memorial in Seoul commemorating Korean War legacy

Defence Minister Rajnath Singh on Thursday inaugurated the Indian War Memorial at Imjingak Park in Seoul alongside South Korea’s Minister of Patriots and Veterans Affairs Kwon Oh-eul, commemorating the role Indian troops played during the Korean War and in its aftermath. India and South Korea built the memorial as part of events marking the 75th anniversary of the Korean War. The memorial honours the Indian Army’s 60 Para Field Ambulance and the Custodian Force of India (CFI), which provide...

May 20, 2026 2:05 PM

Rajnath Singh meets South Korea Defence Minister, discusses defence cooperation

Defence Minister Rajnath Singh on Wednesday held talks with South Korea’s Minister of Defence Acquisition Program Administration (DAPA), Lee Yong-Cheol, as part of his visit to the East Asian nation aimed at strengthening bilateral defence cooperation. Earlier in the day, Singh held a bilateral meeting with his South Korean counterpart Ahn Gyu-back in Seoul, during which both sides agreed to expand cooperation in defence, cyber security and strategic affairs under the growing special strategi...

May 14, 2026 5:51 PM

Self-Reliance, Jointness Essential for Strategic Autonomy: Rajnath Singh

Defence Minister Rajnath Singh on Thursday stressed the importance of self-reliance and jointness in securing India’s strategic autonomy and preparing the country for future security challenges. Addressing the ‘Kalam & Kavach 3.0’ defence strategic dialogue through a video message at the Manekshaw Centre in New Delhi, the Defence Minister said national strength would increasingly depend on how effectively the armed forces, research laboratories and defence industries work together. �...

May 11, 2026 8:19 PM

Mizoram CM thanks PM Modi, HM Shah for recruitment of 144 Mizo personnel into Territorial Army

Mizoram Chief Minister Lalduhoma on Monday expressed gratitude to Prime Minister Narendra Modi, Home Minister Amit Shah, Defence Minister Rajnath Singh and Chief of Army Staff General Upendra Dwivedi for approving the induction of 144 personnel from the state into the 166 Infantry Battalion Territorial Army. He described the move as a significant step towards strengthening national security and creating opportunities for the youth of Mizoram. The Chief Minister on Monday flagged off the first ...

May 7, 2026 11:01 AM

Rajnath Singh Hails Op Sindoor as Symbol of National Strength and Preparedness

Defence Minister Rajnath Singh on Thursday paid tribute to the courage and sacrifices of the Indian armed forces on the anniversary of Operation Sindoor, describing it as a powerful symbol of India’s resolve and military preparedness. He said the operation showcased the armed forces’ unmatched precision, seamless coordination and readiness to take decisive action in safeguarding the nation’s security. In a post on X, the Defence Minister wrote, "On the anniversary of Operation Sindoor, w...

May 2, 2026 11:03 PM

Rajnath Singh hails Operation Sindoor as a golden chapter, salutes soldiers’ unmatched valour

Defence Minister Rajnath Singh on Saturday hailed the armed forces for their “unmatched valour and indomitable spirit”, describing Operation Sindoor as a golden chapter in India’s military history. Speaking at the ‘Shaurya’ event in New Delhi ahead of the operation’s first anniversary, he said the mission reflected the Narendra Modi government’s firm resolve to tackle terrorism through decisive action. Paying tribute to the soldiers, Singh said their commitment to “Nation Fir...