Rajnath Singh clears Defence Procurement Manual 2025 to speed up revenue procurement, boost Aatmanirbharta

September 15, 2025 12:35 PM

Rajnath Singh clears Defence Procurement Manual 2025 to speed up revenue procurement, boost Aatmanirbharta

Defence Minister Rajnath Singh has approved the Defence Procurement Manual (DPM) 2025, a revised document aimed at expediting revenue procurements for the armed forces, simplifying processes for domestic industry and supporting innovation in defence manufacturing. The manual, last updated in 2009, lays down principles and provisions for all revenue procurements in the Defence Ministry, which are expected to touch around Rs 1 lakh crore in the current financial year. Officials said the new frame...

Rajnath Singh flags off historic all-women Tri-Service sailing expedition ‘Samudra Pradakshina’ from Mumbai

September 11, 2025 2:25 PM

Rajnath Singh flags off historic all-women Tri-Service sailing expedition ‘Samudra Pradakshina’ from Mumbai

Defence Minister Rajnath Singh on Thursday virtually flagged off ‘Samudra Pradakshina’, the world’s first Tri-service all-women circumnavigation sailing expedition, from the iconic Gateway of India in Mumbai. Addressing the event virtually from South Block, Singh hailed the expedition as a “glowing symbol of Nari Shakti, the jointness of the three Services, Aatmanirbhar Bharat, and India’s global vision.” He described the mission as not just a sailing voyage but also a “spiritual ...

Rajnath Singh interacts with Navy Children School students on Diamond Jubilee

September 8, 2025 7:26 PM

Rajnath Singh interacts with Navy Children School students on Diamond Jubilee

Defence Minister Rajnath Singh on Monday interacted with students and the Principal of Navy Children School (NCS), Delhi, as part of the institution’s Diamond Jubilee celebrations. The event was held at South Block in the national capital. Addressing the gathering, the Defence Minister urged students to dream with purpose, pursue their goals sincerely, and uphold national pride in all their endeavours. He underlined the importance of humility, strength, honesty, and respect, stressing that ch...

Rajnath Singh inaugurates defence test facility in Noida, calls ‘Operation Sindoor’ a symbol of valour and innovation

August 31, 2025 9:02 AM

Rajnath Singh inaugurates defence test facility in Noida, calls ‘Operation Sindoor’ a symbol of valour and innovation

Defence Minister Rajnath Singh on Saturday inaugurated a state-of-the-art test facility of Raphe mPhibr, a start-up supported under the iDEX initiative, in Noida, Uttar Pradesh. The minister described ‘Operation Sindoor’ as not only a story of the Armed Forces’ valour but also a reflection of ‘Aatmanirbhar Bharat’ and the innovation of India’s youth. Singh said the Armed Forces have swiftly adopted equipment developed indigenously by young innovators and industries, highlighting the...

India’s push for self-reliance in defence critical for sovereignty, says Rajnath Singh

August 30, 2025 3:15 PM

India’s push for self-reliance in defence critical for sovereignty, says Rajnath Singh

Defence Minister Rajnath Singh on Saturday emphasized that self-reliance in defence is not just an option but a necessity for India's survival and progress in an era marked by terrorism, pandemics, and regional conflicts. Speaking at a Defence Conclave themed 'Warfare in the 21st Century' in New Delhi, he underscored that dependence on foreign defence supplies is no longer viable, and the government's focus on Aatmanirbhar Bharat under Prime Minister Narendra Modi's leadership is aimed at safegu...

Op Sindoor striking demonstration of technology-driven warfare: Rajnath Singh

August 27, 2025 12:17 PM

Op Sindoor striking demonstration of technology-driven warfare: Rajnath Singh

Defence Minister Rajnath Singh on Wednesday described Operation Sindoor as a striking demonstration of technology-driven warfare, adding that the speed and bravery with which the Indian Armed Forces dismantled terror infrastructure in Pakistan was something the terrorists "could never have even imagined". Addressing the 'Ran-Samwad 2025' Tri-Service Seminar at the Army War College in Madhya Pradesh's Mhow, Singh underlined the rapidly shifting doctrines of modern warfare and the importance of d...

Warfare evolving rapidly, need to anticipate new threats: Rajnath Singh

August 26, 2025 6:16 PM

Warfare evolving rapidly, need to anticipate new threats: Rajnath Singh

Defence Minister Rajnath Singh on Tuesday said warfare is evolving rapidly with every conflict introducing new technology and strategies, stressing the need for India to anticipate emerging threats and develop innovative solutions. Speaking at the commissioning ceremony of two multi-mission stealth frigates, Udaygiri and Himgiri, Singh said old approaches to warfare would not suffice in current times. “In today’s world, rapid changes are taking place in the triangle of warfare, with every c...

PM Modi vows to protect farmers, entrepreneurs; recalls Operation Sindoor in Gujarat rally

August 25, 2025 9:56 PM

PM Modi vows to protect farmers, entrepreneurs; recalls Operation Sindoor in Gujarat rally

Prime Minister Narendra Modi, on a two-day visit to his home state Gujarat, spoke about India’s growing military strength with a direct reference to Operation Sindoor and pledged to safeguard the interests of farmers and small entrepreneurs. Addressing a large gathering after launching multiple projects, PM Modi contrasted India’s response to terror attacks under the Congress and BJP governments. He said that while previous governments “did nothing” when terrorists shed blood, his gover...

Border residents extended full support to Armed Forces during Operation Sindoor: Rajnath Singh

August 25, 2025 5:41 PM

Border residents extended full support to Armed Forces during Operation Sindoor: Rajnath Singh

Defence Minister Rajnath Singh on Monday said that people living in border areas extended complete support to the Armed Forces during Operation Sindoor, reflecting that national security is the responsibility of every citizen. Speaking after inaugurating a Defence & Sports Academy in Jodhpur, he said the country can face any challenge and emerge stronger if citizens, especially the youth, remain aware and dedicated towards their duties. The Defence Minister commended the zeal and determina...

Rajnath Singh interacts with global women peacekeepers, calls them ‘torchbearers of change’

August 22, 2025 4:29 PM

Rajnath Singh interacts with global women peacekeepers, calls them ‘torchbearers of change’

Defence Minister Rajnath Singh on Friday interacted with women military officers from 15 countries and India, participating in the United Nations Women Military Officers Course (UNWMOC-2025), and described them as "torchbearers of change" in global peacekeeping. The course, organised at the Manekshaw Centre from August 18-29 by the Centre for United Nations Peacekeeping in collaboration with the Ministry of Defence and Ministry of External Affairs, aims to enhance the professional capacity of w...