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October 7, 2026 11:55 AM

JOSH teams to be rolled out across 55 districts in 11 states to boost TB awareness

The Union Ministry of Health and Family Welfare, in collaboration with the Ministry of Youth Affairs and Sports and the Ministry of Defence, will launch JOSH (Joint Squad for Health) Teams on October 8 at Bharat Mandapam in New Delhi. In the first phase, JOSH Teams will be rolled out across 55 districts in 11 states to strengthen youth-led community mobilisation and take the message of TB Mukt Bharat to the grassroots. Union Minister for Health and Family Welfare and Chemicals and Fert...

October 6, 2026 7:58 PM

MoS Defence Sanjay Seth to inaugurate SAREX-2026 off Paradip coast; 24th NMSAR Board Meeting in Bhubaneswar

Minister of State for Defence Sanjay Seth will inaugurate the 12th National Maritime Search and Rescue Exercise (SAREX-2026) on October 7 and witness a search and rescue demonstration off the Paradip coast on October 8, as the Indian Coast Guard conducts the exercise to strengthen national and international maritime rescue preparedness. A key feature of SAREX-2026 will be the participation of 32 observers from 30 countries, highlighting the importance of cooperative protocols, strategic importa...

August 5, 2026 7:44 PM

Sanjay Seth inaugurates automated multi-level parking facility at Defence Offices Complex in Delhi

Minister of State for Defence Sanjay Seth on Wednesday inaugurated a newly constructed multi-level car parking facility at the Defence Offices Complex on Africa Avenue in New Delhi, describing it as a significant step towards upgrading urban infrastructure with modern, technology-driven solutions. Addressing the gathering at the inauguration, Seth said the Central Government remains committed to developing and upgrading urban infrastructure to provide world-class facilities. He emphasised that ...

May 5, 2026 1:17 PM

Indigenous defence capabilities power India’s military strength: Sanjay Seth

Minister of State for Defence Sanjay Seth on Tuesday highlighted the growing strength of India’s indigenous defence ecosystem, stating that the country’s military capability is increasingly being built through domestic industry and innovation. Addressing the North Tech Symposium 2026 in Prayagraj, Seth said, “India’s military might is forged in the factories of our defence industries,” while crediting the success of Operation Sindoor to the courage of the armed forces and the effectiv...

April 5, 2026 11:18 AM

Shri Krishna Devaraya Sainik School inaugurated in Karnataka’s Sindhanur, boost to defence-oriented education

A new chapter in defence-oriented education began in Karnataka with the inauguration of the Shri Krishna Devaraya Sainik School in Sindhanur town of Raichur district, in the presence of Union Minister H. D. Kumaraswamy and Minister of State for Defence Sanjay Seth. The inauguration, marked by a grand roadshow and enthusiastic public participation, is being seen as a significant step towards strengthening value-based and defence-focused education in the region. Addressing the gathering, Seth de...

January 18, 2026 6:14 PM

MoS Defence Sanjay Seth interacts with cadets at NCC Republic Day Camp 2026

Minister of State for Defence Sanjay Seth on Sunday visited the National Cadet Corps (NCC) Republic Day Camp (RDC) 2026 at Delhi Cantonment, where he interacted with cadets and officers and lauded the role of youth in shaping India’s future. On his arrival, the Minister was accorded a Guard of Honour by NCC cadets, followed by a band performance by cadets of The Scindia School, Gwalior. Addressing the gathering, Seth said Republic Day is not merely a national celebration but a tribute to the ...

November 19, 2025 4:39 PM

Minister of State for Defence Meets Indian Community in UAE

The Minister of State for Defence, Sanjay Seth, interacted with members of the Indian community during a programme coordinated by the Indian People’s Forum (IPF) in the UAE. The session saw strong participation from Jharkhand NRIs, reflecting the state’s active overseas presence. IPF, which brings together Non-Resident Indians from more than 24 states, highlighted its expanding organisational footprint. The forum currently operates 13 State Councils and is preparing to launch its 25th vertic...

November 16, 2025 5:32 PM

India to showcase defence capabilities at Dubai Air Show 2025

India will present a wide range of its defence and aerospace capabilities at the Dubai Air Show 2025. Minister of State for Defence Sanjay Seth will lead the Indian delegation at the event, which will take place on November 17–18 in the United Arab Emirates. The Indian delegation includes senior officials from the Defence Ministry, the Department of Defence Production, the Ministry of External Affairs and the Armed Forces. On the sidelines of the exhibition, Seth is scheduled to hold a bilate...

August 12, 2025 10:30 AM

Union Ministers, Delhi CM flag off Har Ghar Tiranga Bike Rally ahead of Independence Day

A Har Ghar Tiranga bike rally was flagged off on Tuesday from Delhi’s Bharat Mandapam, aimed at encouraging citizens to bring the Tricolour home and hoist it in celebration of Independence Day. Union Parliamentary Affairs Minister Kiren Rijiju, Union Culture Minister Gajendra Singh Shekhawat, Union Minister of State for Defence Sanjay Seth, Delhi Chief Minister Rekha Gupta, and several Members of Parliament jointly inaugurated the event. Speaking to reporters, CM Rekha Gupta said, "With chan...

July 18, 2025 4:04 PM

INS Nistar, India’s first indigenous diving support vessel, commissioned in Visakhapatnam

In a boost to India's maritime capabilities, INS Nistar, the country’s first indigenously designed and constructed Diving Support Vessel (DSV), was commissioned into the Indian Navy on Friday in Visakhapatnam. The commissioning ceremony took place in the presence of Union Minister of State for Defence Sanjay Seth, senior naval officials, and representatives from Hindustan Shipyard Limited (HSL), the shipbuilder. INS Nistar is the first of two DSVs being built by HSL and is equipped for comple...