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Congress always prioritised personal interest over Constitution: Rajnath Singh

Dec 13, 2024, at 09:57 am

New Delhi/IBNS: Defence Minister Rajnath Singh on Friday lashed out at the Congress, beginning the government's address to the debate over Constitution in Parliament's lower house Lok Sabha.

Rajnath Singh calls on Russian Prez Vladimir Putin in Moscow, discusses bilateral defence cooperation

Dec 10, 2024, at 05:07 pm

Moscow/IBNS: Defence Minister Rajnath Singh Tuesday called on Russian President Vladimir Putin in Moscow on the margins of the 21st session of the India-Russia Inter-Governmental Commission on Military and Military Cooperation (IRIGC-M&MTC).

Rajnath Singh to visit Moscow to attend India-Russia Inter-Governmental Commission on Military and Military Technical Cooperation

Dec 07, 2024, at 09:48 am

Indian Defence Minister Rajnath Singh will visit Russia from December 8 to December 10 where he will co-chair the 21st meeting of India-Russia Inter-Governmental Commission on Military and Military Technical Cooperation (IRIGC-M&MTC) in Moscow.

President Droupadi Murmu, Defence Minister Rajnath Singh pay homage to 26/11 victims

Nov 26, 2024, at 04:53 pm

New Delhi/IBNS: President Droupadi Murmu, Defence Minister Rajnath Singh and others on Tuesday paid their homage to the victims of the terror attack, which was carried out by Pakistan-based militant group Lashkar-e-Taiba in Mumbai on this day in 2008.

Winter Session of Parliament begins today, 16 key bills remain on government agenda

Nov 25, 2024, at 02:11 pm

The Winter Session of the Indian Parliament will begin on Monday with the legislators expected to discuss several crucial bills including the Waqf Act (Amendment) Bill.

India completes flight tests of guided Pinaka weapon system before induction to army

Nov 15, 2024, at 06:21 am

New Delhi/IBNS: The Defence Research and Development Organisation (DRDO) has successfully completed the flight tests of the guided Pinaka weapon system as part of Provisional Staff Qualitative Requirements (PSQR) Validation Trials. 

DRDO conducts maiden flight test of Long Range Land Attack Cruise Missile off Odisha coast

Nov 13, 2024, at 04:07 pm

India's Defence Research and Development Organisation (DRDO) conducted the maiden flight test of Long Range Land Attack Cruise Missile (LRLACM) from the Integrated Test Range (ITR), Chandipur off the coast of Odisha on Tuesday from a mobile articulated launcher.

India's defence exports will touch Rs 50,000 crore by 2029-30, says Rajnath Singh

Nov 04, 2024, at 12:00 am

Indian Defence Minister Rajnath Singh on Saturday said the country's defence exports will reach Rs 50,000 crore by 2029-30.

'Will try to go beyond disengagement of troops': Rajnath Singh on end to India-China border conflict

Oct 31, 2024, at 06:11 pm

New Delhi/IBNS: Defence Minister Rajnath Singh on Thursday said the disengagement of Indian and Chinese troops along the Line of Actual Control (LAC) is "almost complete" updating about the consensus reached by the two Asian giants.

Broad India-China consensus to resolve differences is proof that continuous dialogue brings solutions, says Rajnath Singh

Oct 25, 2024, at 02:14 am

Indian Defence Minister Rajnath Singh on Thursday said a broad consensus achieved by India and China to resolve their differences in certain areas along LAC is a proof that continuous dialogue brings solutions.

Rajnath Singh meets Singaporean counterpart Ng Eng Hen, discusses bilateral defence ties

Oct 22, 2024, at 11:37 pm

Indian Defence Minister Rajnath Singh and Minister of Defence of Singapore Dr Ng Eng Hen co-chaired the sixth India-Singapore Defence Ministerial Dialogue in New Delhi on October 22 when they acknowledged the deep and long-standing bilateral defence relations based on shared outlook on regional peace, stability and security.

Think critically, adapt to unforeseen circumstances, leverage latest technology to gain strategic advantage, says Rajnath Singh to military leaders

Oct 19, 2024, at 09:52 pm

Indian Defence Minister Rajnath Singh has called upon the military leaders to think critically, adapt to unforeseen circumstances and leverage latest technological advancements to gain a strategic advantage in today’s ever-evolving geopolitical landscape.

Govt to provide full support to the private sector in taking lead in the field of defence: Rajnath Singh

Oct 19, 2024, at 01:04 am

Defence Minister Rajnath Singh has called upon the private sector to move forward from ‘participation’ to ‘taking lead’ in the defence sector, assuring the Government’s full support to make India an innovation and technology hub and one of the strongest countries in the world.

Why Omar Abdullah is keen on meaningful ties with Centre after winning Jammu Kashmir polls

Oct 13, 2024, at 02:12 am

Srinagar: The results of the Jammu and Kashmir Assembly elections have revealed key realities that will shape the region's government for the next five years. National Conference (NC) leader Omar Abdullah is acutely aware of these dynamics, and his remarks since his party emerged as the single-largest in the Assembly have reflected a tone of cooperation, particularly with the Narendra Modi-led central government.

India’s vision for Indo-Pacific is based on fostering partnerships through sustainable development, economic growth, mutual security: Rajnath Singh

Oct 05, 2024, at 11:51 pm

Indian Defence Minister Rajnath Singh on Friday said India’s vision for the Indo-Pacific is based on Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s idea of SAGAR (Security and Growth for All in the Region) as the country believes in fostering partnerships that prioritise sustainable development, economic growth and mutual security.

‘Would have given more money than IMF if…’: Rajnath Singh jabs Pakistan over terrorism during Jammu Kashmir poll rally

Sep 30, 2024, at 07:51 am

Gurez (Jammu and Kashmir): The assembly elections in Jammu and Kashmir are not just routine, but a powerful demonstration of India's democratic strength, Defence Minister Rajnath Singh said on Sunday, media reports said.

'Should we have garlanded him': Rajnath Singh slams Omar Abdullah for comments on 2001 Parliament attacker Afzal Guru's execution

Sep 09, 2024, at 12:59 am

Srinagar: Defence Minister and senior BJP stalwart Rajnath Singh took potshots on National Conference leader Omar Abdullah on Sunday for his comments on the execution of Afzal Guru, the 2001 Parliament attack convict, describing the remarks as "unfortunate."

India commissions second nuclear submarine 'INS Arighaat'

Aug 30, 2024, at 07:07 am

Visakhapatnam/IBNS: India commissioned its second nuclear submarine INS Arighaat in Visakhapatnam on Thursday in the presence of Defence Minister Rajnath Singh. 

Rajnath Singh visits National Civil Rights Museum in Memphis

Aug 26, 2024, at 11:38 pm

Indian Defence Minister Rajnath Singh visited the National Civil Rights Museum and interacted with the Indian community in Memphis, Tennessee on August 25, 2024 on the last day of his tour to US.

Rajnath Singh visits US Naval testing facility with India planning to build something similar

Aug 25, 2024, at 09:34 pm

Indian Defence Minister Rajnath Singh, as a part of his ongoing tour to the US, visited the William B Morgan Large Cavitation Channel (LCC) in the Naval Surface Warfare Centre (NSWC) at Memphis, Tennessee.

Rajnath Singh discusses bilateral defence cooperation with US Secretary of Defense Lloyd Austin

Aug 24, 2024, at 11:29 pm

Indian Defence Minister Rajnath Singh held a bilateral meeting with the US Secretary of Defense Lloyd Austin in Pentagon, Washington DC on August 23, 2024 when they held wide-ranging discussions on bilateral defence cooperation, industrial collaboration, regional security and other international issues.

Rajnath Singh, Jake Sullivan discuss evolving geopolitical situation, regional security issue

Aug 24, 2024, at 11:08 pm

Indian Defence Minister Rajnath Singh met US National Security Advisor Jake Sullivan at the White House in Washington DC on August 23 when they deliberated on the evolving geopolitical situation and certain key regional security issues.

India, USA are a formidable force which can ensure peace in world, says Rajnath Singh after arriving in Washington DC 

Aug 23, 2024, at 08:29 pm

India and US, together, are a formidable force which can ensure peace, prosperity and stability in the world, stated Defence Minister Rajnath Singh while interacting with the Indian diaspora after landing in Washington on August 22, 2024 on a four-day visit to the US.

Rajnath Singh to visit USA on August 23 to further deepen defence strategic partnership

Aug 21, 2024, at 09:04 pm

Indian Defence Minister Rajnath Singh will commence his four-day visit to America when he will aim to further deepen India-US Comprehensive Global Strategic Partnership.

Rajnath Singh, S Jaishankar to host their Japanese counterparts for 3rd 2+2 Ministerial Dialogue in New Delhi

Aug 19, 2024, at 10:46 pm

Indian Defence Minister Rajnath Singh and External Affairs Minister Dr S Jaishankar will host Japanese Minister of Defense Kihara Minoru and Minister of Foreign Affairs Yoko Kamikawa for the 3rd India-Japan 2+2 Ministerial Dialogue in New Delhi on August 20, 2024.

Rajnath Singh refutes Rahul Gandhi's Agnipath scheme claim in bitter Lok Sabha face off

Jul 30, 2024, at 05:50 am

New Delhi/IBNS: Centre's Agnipath scheme, which received massive flak from the Opposition, was once again at the heart of a heated debate between Congress leader Rahul Gandhi and Union Minister Rajnath Singh Monday.

Refuting Rahul Gandhi's claim, Army says Agniveer Ajay Kumar's family received compensation

Jul 04, 2024, at 06:21 am

New Delhi/IBNS: Hours after Rahul Gandhi's claim that Rajnath Singh "lied" to Parliament about compensation of Rs. 1 crore being handed over to Agniveer Ajay Kumar's family, the Indian Army has clarified that the money was indeed paid.

NDA partners get major representations on Cabinet panels

Jul 04, 2024, at 04:43 am

New Delhi/IBNS: With no single majority for the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP), the National Democratic Alliance partners Wednesday got significant representations in the newly constituted Cabinet committees.

'Modi talks about cooperation but...': Rahul Gandhi slams govt over Lok Sabha Speaker post row

Jun 25, 2024, at 06:36 pm

New Delhi/IBNS: Congress top leader Rahul Gandhi has slammed the Modi government after it refused to concede the Deputy Speaker's post to the Opposition.

'Spoke to Mallikarjun Kharge thrice': Rajnath Singh on building consensus for Lok Sabha Speaker's post

Jun 25, 2024, at 06:18 pm

New Delhi/IBNS: Defence Minister and BJP veteran Rajnath Singh on Tuesday said he spoke to Congress president Mallikarjun Kharge thrice to build a consensus on the Lok Sabha Speaker's post.