Rajnath Singh holds key bilateral talks in Bishkek to boost defence ties; discusses West Asia security with China, Russia

April 28, 2026 10:03 PM

Rajnath Singh holds key bilateral talks in Bishkek to boost defence ties; discusses West Asia security with China, Russia

Defence Minister Rajnath Singh held a series of high-level bilateral meetings with his counterparts from Kyrgyzstan, Kazakhstan and Belarus on the sidelines of the Shanghai Cooperation Organisation (SCO) Defence Ministers’ Meeting in Bishkek on April 28, aimed at strengthening defence cooperation and addressing regional security concerns. During his meeting with Kyrgyz Defence Minister Major General Mukambetov Ruslan Mustafaevich, Singh discussed ways to deepen existing defence ties and enhan...

India, Egypt deepen defence ties at 11th Joint Committee meeting in Cairo

April 23, 2026 1:33 PM

India, Egypt deepen defence ties at 11th Joint Committee meeting in Cairo

The 11th meeting of the India-Egypt Joint Defence Committee (JDC) was held in Cairo from April 20 to 22, with both countries agreeing to further deepen their defence cooperation and chart a roadmap for future engagement. The Indian delegation was led by Joint Secretary (International Cooperation) Amitabh Prasad and included senior officials from the Ministry of Defence (MoD) and the armed forces. The Egyptian side was represented by senior officials from its Ministry of Defence and Defence Forc...

Rajnath Singh engages Indian diaspora in Berlin, highlights role in strengthening India-Germany ties

April 22, 2026 10:51 AM

Rajnath Singh engages Indian diaspora in Berlin, highlights role in strengthening India-Germany ties

Defence Minister Rajnath Singh on Tuesday interacted with members of the Indian diaspora in Berlin, describing the community as a vital link in deepening ties between India and Germany. Addressing a gathering on the first day of his three-day visit, Singh praised the nearly 300,000-strong Indian community in Germany for its contributions across sectors such as business, technology, healthcare, academia, and the arts. He termed the diaspora the “strongest bridge” connecting the two nations a...

Naval Commanders’ Conference 2026 concludes; maritime strategy unveiled amid West Asia tensions

April 17, 2026 11:44 PM

Naval Commanders’ Conference 2026 concludes; maritime strategy unveiled amid West Asia tensions

The first edition of the biannual Naval Commanders’ Conference 2026 concluded in New Delhi on Friday, with the Indian Navy reviewing its operational preparedness and unveiling a new maritime security strategy against the backdrop of evolving geopolitical tensions, particularly in West Asia. Held from April 14 to 17 at Nausena Bhawan, the four-day conference brought together the Navy’s top leadership to deliberate on key aspects including operational readiness, logistics, infrastructure, and...

India showcases maritime security leadership at World Border Security Congress in Vienna

April 17, 2026 11:25 PM

India showcases maritime security leadership at World Border Security Congress in Vienna

India highlighted its growing leadership in maritime security and reaffirmed its commitment to global cooperation at the World Border Security Congress 2026 held in Vienna from April 14 to 16. A three-member Indian delegation, led by Additional Director General Anand Prakash Badola, represented the country at the international forum, presenting India’s best practices in safeguarding maritime boundaries. During the conference, India showcased its experience in managing complex maritime challe...

Army Commanders’ Conference concludes in Delhi, focus on modernisation and ‘future-ready’ force

April 17, 2026 3:34 PM

Army Commanders’ Conference concludes in Delhi, focus on modernisation and ‘future-ready’ force

The biannual Army Commanders’ Conference concluded in New Delhi on Thursday, with senior military leadership outlining a roadmap to transform the Indian Army into a “future-ready force” through technology integration, modernisation and enhanced operational preparedness. The conference, held from April 13 to 16, was chaired by the Chief of the Army Staff and attended by top commanders and senior government officials, including the Chief of Defence Staff, Defence Secretary and Cabinet Secre...

Naval Commanders’ Conference 2026 begins in Delhi; focus on combat readiness and future warfare

April 15, 2026 4:58 PM

Naval Commanders’ Conference 2026 begins in Delhi; focus on combat readiness and future warfare

The first edition of the Naval Commanders’ Conference 2026 commenced at Nau Sena Bhawan on Tuesday, bringing together senior leadership of the Indian Navy to deliberate on key operational, strategic, and technological priorities. The conference opened with an address by Chief of the Naval Staff Dinesh K Tripathi, who lauded the Navy’s role in safeguarding India’s maritime interests, particularly in ensuring energy security amid the ongoing tensions in West Asia. He also highlighted the in...

Rajnath Singh congratulates Vietnam’s Phan Van Giang, reaffirms strong defence ties

April 9, 2026 3:40 PM

Rajnath Singh congratulates Vietnam’s Phan Van Giang, reaffirms strong defence ties

Defence Minister Rajnath Singh on Thursday congratulated General Phan Van Giang on his appointment as Vietnam Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of National Defence. In a post on X, Singh said, “Warm congratulations to General Phan Van Giang on his appointment as the Deputy Prime Minister and the Minister of National Defence of the Socialist Republic of Vietnam. India looks forward to further strengthening our longstanding defence ties and deepening cooperation across security, military excha...

Rajnath Singh lays foundation for advanced military medical facilities in Delhi, stresses innovation and self-reliance

April 6, 2026 6:18 PM

Rajnath Singh lays foundation for advanced military medical facilities in Delhi, stresses innovation and self-reliance

Defence Minister Rajnath Singh on Monday laid the foundation stones for state-of-the-art medical facilities, including Ophthalmology, Oncology, and Joint Replacement Centres at Army Hospital (Research and Referral), along with new infrastructure at Base Hospital Delhi Cantt, as part of the 262nd Army Medical Corps Raising Day celebrations. The new facilities are aimed at significantly enhancing tertiary healthcare capabilities for Armed Forces personnel, veterans, and their dependents. The Base...

BRO’s Project Chetak marks 47th Raising Day, highlights role in border infrastructure

April 5, 2026 11:14 AM

BRO’s Project Chetak marks 47th Raising Day, highlights role in border infrastructure

Border Roads Organisation (BRO)’s Project Chetak celebrated its 47th Raising Day on Saturday in Rajasthan's Bikaner, marking over four decades of service in strengthening infrastructure in India’s western border regions. Raised in 1980, Project Chetak has played a key role in developing and maintaining road networks across Rajasthan, Punjab and northern parts of Gujarat, contributing to improved connectivity in border areas and enhancing national security. Over the years, the project has e...