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May 15, 2025 5:06 PM

Are nuclear weapons safe in the hands of a rogue nation? Rajnath Singh slams Pakistan, praises Indian forces for Operation Sindoor

Union Defence Minister Rajnath Singh visited Srinagar on Thursday and lauded the armed forces for their successful execution of Operation Sindoor. During his visit, Singh raised concerns over Pakistan’s ability to manage nuclear weapons, questioning the safety of such weapons in the hands of a "rogue" nation. Addressing the armed forces, the defence minister said, "The world knows that our army’s aim is precise, and when they hit the target, they leave the counting to the enemy. How strong ...

May 14, 2025 3:45 PM

India’s defence exports surge 34-fold over a decade: Rajnath Singh

India’s defence exports have reached an all-time high, witnessing a remarkable 34-fold increase over the past decade, according to Defence Minister Rajnath Singh. “India exported defence goods worth Rs. 23,622 crore in 2024–25, compared to just Rs. 686 crore in 2013–14,” his office stated in a post on X. The Minister emphasized that the dramatic rise underscores the growing strength of India’s defence sector, fuelled by the vision of Atmanirbhar Bharat (self-reliant India). Driven ...

April 8, 2025 9:30 PM

Rajnath Singh meets UAE Crown Prince and Defence Minister to boost bilateral defence ties

Defence Minister Rajnath Singh held a meeting with Sheikh Hamdan bin Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, the Crown Prince of Dubai and the Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Defence of the United Arab Emirates (UAE), in New Delhi on Tuesday. According to the Ministry of Defence, both leaders expressed satisfaction with the current level of defence cooperation, which includes institutional mechanisms, joint military exercises, and exchange of training programmes. They acknowledged the need to fu...

March 17, 2025 3:31 PM

Rajnath Singh discusses defence, intelligence sharing with Tulsi Gabbard

Defence Minister Rajnath Singh held a bilateral meeting with United States Director of National Intelligence, Tulsi Gabbard, in the national capital on Monday. During the meeting, they discussed key aspects of defence cooperation and intelligence sharing between the two nations. In a post on X, Singh said, "Happy to have met the US Director of National Intelligence, Ms. Tulsi Gabbard, in New Delhi. We discussed a wide range of issues including defence and information sharing, aiming to further ...

March 4, 2025 4:06 PM

Rajnath Singh inaugurates DRDO-MHA conference, highlights emerging security challenges

Defence Minister Rajnath Singh on Tuesday inaugurated the DRDO-MHA Collaboration Conference-cum-Exhibition in the national capital, emphasizing the evolving nature of security threats and the need for adaptive policies. Speaking at the Seminar on Advanced Technologies for Internal Security, Singh underscored the interconnectedness of internal and external security, stating that both are "two sides of the same coin." He stressed the importance of understanding emerging challenges to shape effect...

February 10, 2025 9:36 PM

250 MoUs signed for industrial units in UP, TN defence corridors: Rajnath Singh

Defence Minister Rajnath Singh announced on Monday that 250 Memorandums of Understanding (MoUs) have been signed for the establishment of industrial units in the Defence Industrial Corridors of Uttar Pradesh and Tamil Nadu. Speaking at the CEO’s Roundtable Conference at Aero India 2025, Singh highlighted the government's efforts to boost domestic defence manufacturing and foreign investment. "We have established two Defence Industrial Corridors in Uttar Pradesh and Tamil Nadu. So far, more t...

February 10, 2025 2:11 PM

Rajnath Singh inaugurates Aero India 2025, showcasing India’s aerospace and defence advancements

Defence Minister Rajnath Singh inaugurated Aero India 2025, the 15th edition of Asia’s largest aerospace and defence exhibition, in Bengaluru on Monday. Describing it as the "Maha Kumbh Mela of aviation," he emphasised that the five-day event will highlight India's technological advancements and resilience amid global uncertainties. Addressing the event, Singh highlighted that the record allocation of ₹6.81 lakh crore to the Ministry of Defence in the Union Budget 2025-26, including ₹1....

February 6, 2025 11:00 PM

Rajnath Singh and Hegseth explore ways to deepen defence ties ahead of PM Modi’s US visit

Defence Minister Rajnath Singh on Thursday spoke with US Secretary of Defence Pete Hegseth over the phone, congratulating him on his confirmation and discussing ways to deepen further the India-US bilateral defence partnership. "Had an excellent telephonic conversation with my US counterpart Mr Pete Hegseth today. Congratulated him on his confirmation as the new Secretary of Defence on 25th January 2025. We reviewed the ongoing defence cooperation and explored ways and means to expand and deepe...

February 4, 2025 9:27 PM

Rajnath Singh refutes Rahul Gandhi’s remarks on Army chief’s statement on India-China border

Defence Minister Rajnath Singh on Tuesday refuted comments made by Congress leader Rahul Gandhi in Parliament regarding the statement of the Chief of the Army Staff on the situation along the India-China border. In a tweet, Singh clarified that the Army Chief's observations pertained to a "temporary disturbance" in traditional patrolling patterns by both India and China along the disputed border. He emphasized that these patrols have now returned to their traditional practices following recent ...

February 4, 2025 4:01 PM

Bharat Ranbhoomi Darshan: 77 tourism sites to showcase India’s rich military heritage

The government has identified 77 sites under the Bharat Ranbhoomi Darshan initiative, designed to raise awareness by opening historically significant locations linked to the valor and sacrifices of the Indian Armed Forces to tourists, Union Minister for Tourism and Culture Gajendra Singh Shekhawat said in a written reply to the Lok Sabha on Monday. The selected sites span various states, including 11 in Jammu and Kashmir, four in Himachal Pradesh, seven in Rajasthan, five in Gujarat, five in La...