Defence Minister Rajnath Singh

Indians celebrate the International Yoga Day in myriad ways across the country

The International Yoga Day (IYD) turned into a festive occasion in India as people across the nation broke records, performed…

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Germany seeks joint arms production, submarine deal with India as Indo-Pacific becomes global hotspot

Concerned about China's geostrategic striving for supremacy, which is challenging the other neighbouring countries, India and Germany on Tuesday vowed…

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Indian diaspora turns out in large numbers for Rajnath’s meet in Nigeria

Defence Minister Rajnath Singh interacted with the Indian diaspora in Nigeria, at an event organised by the Indian High Commission…

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Vessels to harbour — India bolsters coastal defence of key Indian Ocean ally Maldives

Defence Minister Rajnath Singh handed over an indigenously built Offshore Patrol Vessel (OPV), along with an assault landing craft to…

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Nation sheltering terrorists pushing itself towards doom too, says Rajnath in swipe at Pakistan

In a veiled jibe at Pakistan, Defence Minister Rajnath Singh said on Friday that a nation sheltering terrorists not only…

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Violation of border pacts eroded entire basis of bilateral ties, Rajnath tells Chinese Defence Minister

India on Thursday categorically conveyed to China at the first meeting of defence ministers since the 2020 Galwan clash that…

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Army chief briefs Rajnath Singh after 5 jawans killed in Poonch terror attack

Defence Minister Rajnath Singh was briefed by Army Chief General Manoj Pande on the death of five soldiers in a…

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China on radar, top Indian Army commanders discuss current and emerging threats

Discussions on the future contours of India-China relations, along with brainstorming sessions on current and emerging security scenarios and operational…

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Rajnath proposes new defence finance department, says it will be backbone of a strong state-of-the-art military

Defence Minister Rajnath Singh on Wednesday asserted the need for establishing a specialised agency that will be dedicated to defence…

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India steps up military ties with Africa, training will be the way forward

India assured on Tuesday that it will remain at the forefront of providing training to the Armed Forces of African…

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Watch: US Secretary of commerce’s Holi celebrations at Rajnath’s residence

US Secretary of Commerce Gina Raimondo on Wednesday and several ministers and BJP leaders attended Holi celebrations at Defence Minister…

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Top military commanders to study recent conflicts, prepare India for future wars

Prime Minister Narendra Modi is expected to address next month’s Combined Commanders Conference (CCC), which will be a major brainstorming…

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From jet engines to 5th generation stealth aircraft — Rajnath lays down vision of self-reliant India in Bengaluru

Manufacturing jet engines in India for indigenously-built aircraft has emerged as one of the primary goals envisioned by Prime Minister…

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With military exports on radar, Rajnath meets security heads of neighbouring countries, Africa

Defence Minister Rajnath Singh held a series of discussions with his counterparts, security advisors and top officials from the neighbouring…

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Why is India rediscovering Egypt in a world in flux?

A spate of recent developments indicate that India has been intensely engaging with Egypt. Egyptian President Abdel Fattah El-Sisi is…

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Watch: PM Modi extends wishes as Army Day Parade held in Bengaluru for the first time

For the first time the Army Day parade and related events were held outside national capital Delhi. Bengaluru became the…

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Why India must fast-track its railways in Arunachal to deter China

Defence minister Rajnath Singh’s recent visit to Arunachal Pradesh was a big event signalling New Delhi’s resolve to deter China…

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Rajnath in Arunachal warns China that India will hit back if attacked

In yet another strong message to China, delivered not from Parliament but close to the Line of Actual Control (LAC)…

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French Defence Minister proposes fresh counter-terrorism drive during meeting with NSA Doval

India and one of its most trusted strategic partners, France have agreed to intensify counter-terrorism partnership as both countries work…

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India backs rules-based world order accommodating interests of all – Rajnath Singh

India on Friday reiterated that it stands for a free, open and rules-based Indo-Pacific as it is important for the…

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India seeks ASEAN as key partner to secure Indo-Pacific

India has nudged the 10-nation ASEAN to become its key partner in securing the Indo-Pacific region, which faces a challenge…

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