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January 17, 2025 9:44 PM

India’s offensive, defensive responses need to be strengthened: Rajnath Singh

Defence Minister Rajnath Singh on Friday underlined the need to strengthen India's offensive and defensive responses in view of the turmoil being witnessed in the rules-based international order. Addressing an event, organised to commemorate 2024 as the Year of Naval Civilians, the Defence Minister highlighted the increasing complexities for the Armed Forces due to the tense geopolitical security scenario and pitched to increase the critical capability of the country at the earliest. "If we as...

January 7, 2025 6:37 PM

Rajnath Singh to meet Maldivian defence minister to review bilateral defence cooperation

Defence Minister Rajnath Singh will hold a crucial bilateral meeting with Maldives Defence Minister Mohammed Ghassan Maumoon in New Delhi on January 8, 2025. The discussions will focus on enhancing defence cooperation between India and the Maldives, specifically in areas such as training, joint exercises, defence projects, and supply of equipment to bolster the capabilities of the Maldives National Defence Forces (MNDF). Maumoon is scheduled to visit India for a three-day trip from January 8 to...

January 1, 2025 4:28 PM

Modernising armed forces: Defence Ministry declares 2025 as ‘Year of Reforms’

The Defence Ministry has declared 2025 as the "Year of Reforms," aiming to transform the armed forces into a technologically advanced, combat-ready force capable of executing multi-domain integrated operations. The decision was made on Tuesday during a high-level meeting of all Secretaries of the Ministry of Defence, chaired by Defence Minister Rajnath Singh. The meeting focused on reviewing the progress of various ongoing schemes, projects, and reforms. The reforms are set to focus on several...

December 30, 2024 4:43 PM

Mastering frontier technologies key to defense preparedness: Rajnath Singh

Defence minister Rajnath Singh addressed officers at the Army War College (AWC) in Mhow, Madhya Pradesh, on Monday, underscoring the importance of mastering frontier technologies in modern warfare. "Mastering frontier technologies is the need of the hour. Our military training centers are preparing soldiers to tackle future challenges with advanced warfare capabilities," Singh said. He discussed unconventional methods of warfare, including information warfare, Artificial Intelligence (AI)-base...

December 13, 2024 4:43 PM

‘Attempts to portray Constitution as gift of particular party”: Rajnath Singh attacks Congress during debate on Constitution

Defence Minister Rajnath Singh on Friday initiated a debate in the Lok Sabha to mark the 75th anniversary of the adoption of India’s Constitution. In his address, Singh highlighted the Constitution's historical significance, emphasizing its role in shaping India's governance and its position on the global stage. Singh began by reflecting on the extensive deliberations that led to the formation of the Constitution, underlining its deep connection to India's civilizational values. He also expre...

December 10, 2024 11:03 PM

India-Russia friendship higher than highest mountain, deeper than deepest ocean: Rajnath Singh

Defence Minister Rajnath Singh met Russian President Vladimir Putin at the Kremlin on Tuesday. Both leaders reaffirmed the strong India-Russia partnership and emphasized its immense potential for future collaboration. The meeting took place on the sidelines of the 21st session of the India-Russia Inter-Governmental Commission on Military and Military Technical Cooperation (IRIGC-M&MTC). During the discussions, Singh conveyed Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s warm greetings to President Puti...

December 9, 2024 10:59 AM

Defence Minister Rajnath Singh arrives in Moscow for high-level talks and INS Tushil commissioning ceremony

Defence Minister Rajnath Singh arrived in Moscow on Sunday for an official visit aimed at strengthening defence cooperation between India and Russia. During his stay, Singh will participate in the commissioning ceremony of the stealth-guided missile frigate INS Tushil into the Indian Navy. He will also attend the 21st meeting of the India-Russia Inter-Governmental Commission on Military and Military Technical Cooperation (IRIGC-M&MTC). Singh was welcomed late Sunday night by Indian Ambassa...

November 22, 2024 12:33 AM

Rajnath Singh meets his South Korean, Australian and New Zealand counterparts in Laos

Defence Minister Rajnath Singh participated in a series of high-level bilateral meetings on the sidelines of the 11th ASEAN Defence Ministers' Meeting-Plus (ADMM-Plus) in Laos, furthering India’s defense diplomacy and strengthening strategic ties with key global partners. During his engagements, Singh met with his counterparts from South Korea, Australia, New Zealand, and the United States, discussing a range of defense and security issues while exploring opportunities for increased cooperati...

November 21, 2024 3:22 PM

India advocates dialogue to resolve complex international issues, says Rajnath Singh in Laos

India has always advocated and practised dialogue for resolving complex international issues, said Defence Minister Rajnath Singh in Laos PDR on Thursday. He was addressing the 11th ASEAN Defence Ministers Meeting-Plus (ADMM Plus) in Laos. Rajnath Singh said, "This commitment to open communication and peaceful negotiation is evident in India's approach to a wide range of international challenges, from border disputes to trade agreements." "Considering the ongoing conflicts in different parts ...

November 20, 2024 8:47 PM

Rajnath Singh holds bilateral talks with defence ministers of China, Laos, and Malaysia at ASEAN meeting

Defence Minister Rajnath Singh held a series of important bilateral meetings with his counterparts from China, Laos, and Malaysia on Wednesday, aiming to strengthen defence cooperation and address regional security concerns. These meetings took place on the sidelines of the 11th ASEAN Defence Ministers' Meeting-Plus (ADMM-Plus) in Vientiane, Laos. Singh met with Chinese Defence Minister Dong Jun for the first time since the recent disengagement agreements and the meeting between Prime Minister ...