Defence Minister

August 9, 2026 6:51 PM

Operation Sindoor showed India will go to any extent to protect its citizens: Rajnath Singh

Defence Minister Rajnath Singh on Sunday said Operation Sindoor sent a clear message to the world that India would go to any extent to ensure the safety of its citizens while protecting the dignity symbolised by the sindoor worn by women. Addressing the ‘Sindoor Maharaktadan Yatra’ blood donation camp at Base Hospital, Delhi Cantonment, Singh lauded the armed forces for their valour during Operation Sindoor and said they had eliminated terrorists and their handlers based in Pakistan, ensuri...

July 26, 2026 10:32 PM

Rajnath Singh says Operation Sindoor showed India’s ability to respond decisively; rules out talks with Pakistan except on PoK

Defence Minister Rajnath Singh on Sunday asserted that the success of Operation Sindoor demonstrated India's capability to respond decisively to any provocation by Pakistan, while reiterating that there would be no dialogue with Islamabad except on Pakistan-occupied Kashmir (PoK), which he described as an integral part of India. Addressing the 27th Kargil Vijay Diwas commemorations at the Kargil War Memorial in Dras, the Defence Minister said India's armed forces had sent a strong message throu...

July 26, 2026 10:23 AM

Indian armed forces fully prepared to counter any threat: Rajnath Singh

Defence Minister Rajnath Singh on Saturday asserted that the Indian Armed Forces are fully prepared to face any challenge, warning that while the enemy's intentions remain unchanged and it continues to resort to proxy wars and infiltration, India's military remains vigilant and capable of safeguarding the nation's sovereignty. Addressing a commemorative event in Dras on the eve of the 27th Kargil Vijay Diwas, the Defence Minister paid tribute to the soldiers who secured India's victory in the 1...

July 10, 2026 10:24 PM

India is primary guarantor of peace and stability in Indian Ocean Region: Rajnath Singh

Defence Minister Rajnath Singh on Friday asserted that India has emerged as the primary guarantor of peace and stability in the Indian Ocean Region (IOR), highlighting the Indian Navy's pivotal role in safeguarding the country's maritime interests amid an increasingly complex global security environment. Addressing naval personnel during a Barakhana in Visakhapatnam on the eve of the commissioning of INS Mahendragiri, the sixth indigenous Project 17A stealth frigate, Singh praised the Navy for ...

June 21, 2026 2:16 PM

Rajnath Singh leads Yoga Day celebrations with armed forces personnel in Shillong

Defence Minister Rajnath Singh on Sunday led the 12th International Day of Yoga celebrations at the Eastern Air Command Headquarters in Shillong, performing yoga and breathing exercises alongside around 1,000 personnel of the Indian Air Force (IAF) and the Indian Army. The event, held under the theme “Yoga for Healthy Ageing,” witnessed participation from senior military and government officials, including Meghalaya Chief Minister Conrad K. Sangma, Chief of the Air Staff Air Chief Marshal A...

June 18, 2026 3:58 PM

Rajnath Singh to perform Bhoomi Pujan for 10,000-ton aluminium extrusion press at Yantra India facility in Nagpur

Defence Minister Rajnath Singh will perform the Bhoomi Pujan on Friday for a state-of-the-art 10,000-ton aluminium extrusion press at the Yantra India Limited (YIL) Ordnance Factory in Ambajhari, Nagpur, marking a significant step towards strengthening India's indigenous defence manufacturing capabilities. The ceremony will be attended by Maharashtra Chief Minister Devendra Fadnavis, Secretary (Defence Production) Sanjeev Kumar, senior officials from the Department of Defence Production and rep...

May 29, 2026 4:33 PM

Rajnath Singh releases commemorative book on Operation Sindoor, chronicling soldiers’ testimonies

Defence Minister Rajnath Singh on Friday released a commemorative volume on Operation Sindoor, documenting the personal experiences and testimonies of 100 officers, sailors, airmen and soldiers who participated in the operation. The publication, unveiled during a ceremonial event in New Delhi, aims to capture the human dimension of modern warfare by highlighting the courage, leadership and resilience displayed by personnel across the armed forces during the operation. In a post on X, Singh sai...

May 19, 2026 10:27 AM

Rajnath Singh holds bilateral talks with Vietnam Defence Minister, reaffirms commitment to strategic partnership

Union Defence Minister Rajnath Singh on Tuesday held bilateral talks with Vietnamese Defence Minister Phan Van Giang in Hanoi, with both sides reviewing defence cooperation and regional security amid growing strategic ties between India and Vietnam. In a post on X, Singh said “Held a productive bilateral meeting with Gen. Phan Van Giang, Defence Minister of Vietnam. We reviewed the growing India-Vietnam defence partnership and discussed ways to further deepen cooperation in maritime security,...

May 19, 2026 10:39 AM

Defence Minister Rajnath Singh pays tribute to Ho Chi Minh during Vietnam visit

Defence Minister Rajnath Singh on Tuesday paid homage to Vietnam’s founding father Ho Chi Minh at the Ho Chi Minh Mausoleum in Hanoi on the occasion of his 136th birth anniversary. Singh laid a wreath at the mausoleum during his official visit to Vietnam, which is focused on strengthening bilateral defence and strategic cooperation between the two countries. He was received by the Commander of the 969th Regiment before the wreath-laying ceremony at the mausoleum complex. In a post on X, the ...

May 8, 2026 7:35 PM

Defence Minister lauds Tiranga Mountain Rescue for decade of service

Defence Minister Rajnath Singh on Thursday visited a photo exhibition organised by Tiranga Mountain Rescue (TMR) at the Manekshaw Centre in New Delhi to mark 10 years of the organisation’s service in high-altitude rescue operations. Titled “A Decade of Silent Service to the Nation”, the exhibition showcased photographs documenting TMR’s rescue missions across challenging mountainous terrains and disaster-hit regions of the country. Addressing the gathering, Singh praised the courage an...