Defence Minister

Defence ministry bifurcates capital procurement budget into domestic, foreign routes: Rajnath Singh

The defence ministry has bifurcated the budget of capital procurement for 2020-21 into domestic and foreign capital procurement routes, creating a sep...

Sunday, August 9, 2020 7:56 PM

Rajnath Singh: Always ready to take any step for nation's unity and sovereignty

Kargil is not only a symbol of our self-respect but also a step taken against injustice, said Defence Minister Rajnath Singh while asserting that "we...

Sunday, July 26, 2020 1:29 PM

Rajnath Singh pays tributes to fallen soldiers on 'Kargil Vijay Diwas'

As the country celebrates the 21st Kargil Vijay Diwas on Sunday, Defence Minister Rajnath Singh remembered the sacrifices and the valour of the Indian...

Sunday, July 26, 2020 10:17 AM

PM Modi, President condole demise of MP Governor Lalji Tandon

Prime Minister Narendra Modi, President Ram Nath Kovind and Defence Minister Rajnath Singh on Tuesday expressed condolences over the demise of Madhya...

Tuesday, July 21, 2020 10:25 AM

Rajnath Singh: Not an inch of our land can be taken by any power in the world

Union Defence Minister Rajnath Singh on Friday assured that not an inch of our land can be taken by any power in the world while he interacted with th...

Friday, July 17, 2020 1:51 PM

Rajnath Singh witnesses para dropping skills of Armed Forces at Stakna, Leh

Defence Minister Rajnath Singh, Chief of Defence Staff General Bipin Rawat and Army Chief General MM Naravane on Friday arrived at Stakna, Leh to witn...

Friday, July 17, 2020 10:12 AM

Rajnath Singh: Sardar Vallabhbhai Patel COVID Hospital built in compliance with WHO guidelines

Defence Minister Rajnath Singh while visiting the DRDO-built Sardar Vallabhbhai Patel COVID-19 Hospital in Delhi Cantonment on Sunday said that the fa...

Sunday, July 5, 2020 5:59 PM

Rajnath Singh to hold talks with US counterpart, India-China face-off likely to come up

Defence Minister Rajnath Singh is set to speak to his American counterpart Mark Esper over the telephone on Tuesday, during which the ongoing tensions...

Tuesday, June 30, 2020 10:07 AM

Rajnath Singh leaves for Russia, to discuss defence and strategic partnership

Defence Minister likely to discuss the India-Russia defence and strategic partnership during the visit and also attend a military parade in Moscow to...

Monday, June 22, 2020 9:59 AM

Rajnath Singh meets CDS, service chiefs, EAM over developments in Galwan Valley, Ladakh

Defence Minister Rajnath Singh held a meeting with Chief of Defence Staff (CDS) General Bipin Rawat, the three service chiefs and External Affairs Min...

Tuesday, June 16, 2020 2:16 PM

Politics: All issues between Indian and Nepal will be resolved through dialogue, says Rajnath Singh

Defence Minister Rajnath Singh on Monday said that India not only shares a social, historical or cultural relation with neighbouring Nepal but also a...

Monday, June 15, 2020 3:14 PM

People of PoK will demand to be part of India, says Rajnath Singh

Defence Minister Rajnath Singh on Sunday said that under Prime Minister Narendra Modi's leadership Jammu and Kashmir will touch great heights and "peo...

Sunday, June 14, 2020 1:12 PM

Rahul Gandhi asks Rajnath: Have Chinese occupied Indian territory in Ladakh?

Congress leader Rahul Gandhi on Tuesday asked Defence Minister Rajnath Singh if Chinese troops have occupied Indian territory in Ladakh.

Tuesday, June 9, 2020 10:05 AM

Rafale: France to ensure timely delivery of aircraft despite COVID-19 challenges, says Rajnath Singh

France has affirmed commitment to ensure timely delivery of Rafale aircraft despite challenges posed by COVID-19 pandemic, Defence Minister Rajnath Si...

Tuesday, June 2, 2020 5:33 PM

A day after joining BJP, Scindia meets Shah, Rajnath

A day after joining the BJP, Jyotiraditya Scindia on Thursday met Home Minister Amit Shah, who expressed confidence that his induction will further st...

Thursday, March 12, 2020 12:42 PM

COVID-19 Outbreak: Defence Minister Rajnath Singh will not celebrate Holi

Defence Minister Rajnath Singh on Monday said that he will not celebrate Holi, in view of coronavirus scare in the country.

Monday, March 9, 2020 12:46 PM

Balakot airstrike made it clear that terrorists can't escape our forces: Rajnath Singh

Defence Minister Rajnath Singh on Friday said that the Balakot airstrike carried out by the Indian Air Force had sent a clear message that it was not...

Friday, February 28, 2020 1:43 PM

Now we do not hesitate to cross border to protect India against terrorism: Rajnath

Calling Balakote airstrike a "successful counter terror operation launched by the fearless Indian Air Force air warriors", Defence Minister Rajnath Si...

Wednesday, February 26, 2020 11:17 AM