Rajnath Singh, Catherine Vautrin to review full spectrum of India-France defence ties on Feb 17

February 15, 2026 4:07 PM

Rajnath Singh, Catherine Vautrin to review full spectrum of India-France defence ties on Feb 17

Defence Minister Rajnath Singh will co-chair the 6th India-France Annual Defence Dialogue with his French counterpart Catherine Vautrin in Bengaluru on February 17, in a move aimed at further strengthening the strategic partnership between the two countries. The ministerial-level meeting will review the entire spectrum of bilateral defence cooperation, with a sharp focus on expanding industrial collaboration and enhancing long-term strategic alignment. A key highlight of the dialogue is expect...

India, Greece deepen defence ties with new cooperation agreements

February 10, 2026 2:24 PM

India, Greece deepen defence ties with new cooperation agreements

India and Greece on Monday took a significant step toward strengthening their strategic and defence partnership as Defence Minister Rajnath Singh held bilateral talks with Greek Defence Minister Nikolaos-Georgios Dendias in New Delhi. During the meeting, the two sides signed a Joint Declaration of Intent aimed at enhancing defence industrial cooperation and exchanged a Bilateral Military Cooperation Plan for 2026, outlining future military engagements between the armed forces of both countries....

Rajnath Singh flags off NIM-JIM&WS joint expedition to Argentina’s Mount Aconcagua

February 5, 2026 6:29 PM

Rajnath Singh flags off NIM-JIM&WS joint expedition to Argentina’s Mount Aconcagua

Defence Minister Rajnath Singh on Thursday flagged off a joint mountaineering expedition to Mount Aconcagua in Argentina from South Block, New Delhi. Rising to 6,961 metres, Mount Aconcagua is the highest peak in South America and the tallest mountain outside the Asian continent. The expedition is being jointly undertaken by the Nehru Institute of Mountaineering (NIM), Uttarkashi, and the Jawahar Institute of Mountaineering and Winter Sports (JIM&WS), Pahalgam. The mission aims to enhance h...

Rajnath Singh approves grant of ‘Miniratna’ Category-I status to Yantra India Limited

February 2, 2026 5:10 PM

Rajnath Singh approves grant of ‘Miniratna’ Category-I status to Yantra India Limited

Defence Minister Rajnath Singh has approved the grant of Miniratna Category-I status to Yantra India Limited (YIL), marking a significant milestone in the company’s transformation into a profit-making defence public sector undertaking. Congratulating the company, the Defence Minister expressed satisfaction over YIL’s rapid progress since its corporatisation, noting its efforts to increase turnover, enhance indigenisation, and meet key performance benchmarks required for Miniratna status. YI...

Operation Sindoor showcased ICG’s role as frontline maritime force: Rajnath Singh

February 1, 2026 8:10 PM

Operation Sindoor showcased ICG’s role as frontline maritime force: Rajnath Singh

Defence Minister Rajnath Singh on Sunday said that Operation Sindoor demonstrated seamless inter-service coordination within India’s multi-layered maritime security framework and reaffirmed the Indian Coast Guard’s (ICG) role as a frontline force safeguarding the nation’s maritime borders. Addressing the 50th Raising Day celebrations of the Indian Coast Guard in New Delhi, the Defence Minister said the operation was carried out during a period of heightened maritime sensitivity, when the ...

Government holds meeting with political party leaders ahead of Budget Session

January 27, 2026 10:58 PM

Government holds meeting with political party leaders ahead of Budget Session

The government on Tuesday held a meeting with leaders of political parties to discuss issues related to the upcoming Budget Session of Parliament, 2026. The meeting, chaired by Defence Minister Rajnath Singh, took place at the Parliament House Complex and was attended by 51 leaders from 39 political parties, including Union Ministers. The meeting was convened by Union Minister of Parliamentary Affairs and Minority Affairs Kiren Rijiju. Union Health and Family Welfare Minister and Leader of the ...

Rajnath Singh says ‘Operation Sindoor’ showcased India’s growing indigenous defence capabilities

January 27, 2026 3:10 PM

Rajnath Singh says ‘Operation Sindoor’ showcased India’s growing indigenous defence capabilities

Defence Minister Rajnath Singh on Tuesday said ‘Operation Sindoor’ demonstrated how indigenous defence systems are enhancing India’s operational preparedness, while stressing that self-reliance has now become a “national mindset” under Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s leadership. Addressing DRDO’s Best Performing Scientists and Technical Personnel, who attended the 77th Republic Day Parade as Special Guests, Singh said DRDO’s technologies were effectively used during Operation Sin...

Rajnath Singh meets EU High Representative Kaja Kallas; calls for synergy between Indian & European defence industries

January 27, 2026 2:44 PM

Rajnath Singh meets EU High Representative Kaja Kallas; calls for synergy between Indian & European defence industries

Defence Minister Rajnath Singh on Tuesday held talks with the High Representative of the European Union Commission, Kaja Kallas, in New Delhi, focusing on strengthening bilateral defence cooperation, industrial partnerships and security collaboration in the Indian Ocean Region. During the meeting, Singh underlined that India and the EU are united by shared values such as democracy, pluralism and the rule of law, which continue to drive their expanding strategic partnership. He emphasised the ne...

Rajnath Singh inaugurates ammunition facility in Nagpur, reiterates push for Aatmanirbharta in defence manufacturing

January 18, 2026 8:05 PM

Rajnath Singh inaugurates ammunition facility in Nagpur, reiterates push for Aatmanirbharta in defence manufacturing

Defence Minister Rajnath Singh on Sunday reaffirmed the Union government’s commitment to achieving Aatmanirbharta (self-reliance) in ammunition manufacturing and positioning India as a global production hub for defence equipment. He said the government aims to significantly expand the role of the private sector in defence manufacturing, with a target of 50 per cent or more participation in the near future. The Defence Minister was speaking after inaugurating a Medium Calibre Ammunition Manufa...

Operation Sindoor symbolises India’s courage, restraint and resolve: Rajnath Singh

January 15, 2026 10:09 PM

Operation Sindoor symbolises India’s courage, restraint and resolve: Rajnath Singh

Describing Operation Sindoor as a calibrated and balanced military response amid global uncertainties, Defence Minister Rajnath Singh on Thurssday said the operation would be remembered as a symbol of India’s courage, strength, restraint and national character. Addressing the 78th Indian Army Day celebrations in Jaipur, he underlined that India’s peace efforts would continue until terrorist ideology is eradicated. Praising the “indomitable courage, unwavering dedication and adaptability...