RM Flags-off ‘India @75 BRO Motorcycle Expedition’

Key highlights:   ·        Sela Tunnel to bolster national security & ensure socio-economic development of Arunachal Pradesh ·        BRO playing crucial in enhancing operational readiness of Armed Forces, besides generating employment & tourism in border areas ·        Motorcycle expedition to instill message of national integration & nation building   Raksha Mantri Shri Rajnath Singh presided over breakthrough blast […]

Raksha Mantri Shri Rajnath Singh confers gallantry and meritorious service medals on personnel of Indian Coast Guard

Key Highlights: 21 awards – three President’s Tatrakshak Medals (Distinguished Service), eight Tatrakshak Medals (Gallantry) & 10 Tatrakshak Medals (Meritorious Service) presented ICG emerged as one of the largest such forces in the world Government committed to bolstering maritime security Raksha Mantri also addressed 38th Coast Guard Commanders’ Conference Raksha Mantri Shri Rajnath Singh conferred gallantry […]

Raksha Mantri gives away DRDO Dare to Dream 2.0 & Young Scientists awards

Key Highlights: Three indigenously-developed technologies handed over to the Armed Forces DRDO Directed Research Policy & Records Management Policy launched Greater linkages between DRDO and academia emphasised Developing new indigenous technologies important to strengthen national security & overall development, says Shri Rajnath Singh   Raksha Mantri Shri Rajnath Singh felicitated the winners of ‘Dare to […]

Public-private partnership can bring Defence Production Revolution: Shri Rajnath Singh at SIDM Annual meeting

Key Highlights of RM’s speech:   Indian companies capable of manufacturing state-of-the-art hardware in cost-effective way Government reforms aim to create long-term linkages with OEMs to meet global demands Focus must be on emerging areas such as cyberspace & AI Public-Private partnership crucial for ‘Aatmanirbhar Bharat’ Government has created an atmosphere of jointness to ensure […]

Raksha Mantri Shri Rajnath Singh discusses Afghanistan, bilateral defence cooperation with US counterpart

Defence minister Rajnath Singh on Monday spoke to his US counterpart Lloyd Austin over the telephone with the discussion focusing on the situation unfolding in Afghanistan and issues connected to bilateral defence cooperation. The conversation came days ahead of the Quad Summit to be held in Washington on September 24. Full Story:- https://www.hindustantimes.com/india-news/rajnath-singh-discusses-afghanistan-bilateral-defence-cooperation-with-us-counterpart-101632147427958.html

Raksha Mantri Shri Rajnath Singh flags-in expedition to Mt Kun by NIMAS team

Key Highlights: Record 16 mountaineers – nine Army personnel & seven local youth of Arunachal Pradesh – scale the mountain Complete the expedition without help from sherpas & mountain guides Such expeditions promote spirit of adventure & patriotism among youth, says Raksha Mantri Stresses that they can play an important role in strengthening defence & […]

राम मंदिर निर्माण के लिए 115 देशों से पहुंचा जल, श्री राजनाथ सिंह बोले- जलाभिषेक में पूरी दुनिया दे योगदान

अयोध्या में राम मंदिर निर्माण के लिए 115 देशों से पानी लाया गया है। शनिवार को इस मौके पर रक्षा मंत्री राजनाथ सिंह ने बड़ा बयान दिया है। उन्होंने शनिवार को कहा कि राम लला के जलाभिषेक के सभी देशों से जल आना चाहिए। उन्होंने कहा कि हमारे ऋषियों ने पूरे विश्व को अपना परिवार […]

Raksha Mantri Shri Rajnath Singh addresses 18th India-US Economic Summit through video conferencing

Key Highlights of RM’s address:   India is a strong & reliable investment destination US companies should focus on transfer of technology through joint ventures Research & Development with young Indian minds will create a strong defence ecosystem Government open for new ideas to create a business-friendly environment in India   Raksha Mantri Shri Rajnath […]

Press Statement of Raksha Mantri Shri Rajnath Singh after ‘2+2’ Ministerial Dialogue between India & Australia

Key Highlights:   In-depth discussion on bilateral & regional issues Afghanistan, maritime security in Indo-Pacific, cooperation in multilateral formats & other related topics discussed Emphasis on ensuring free flow of trade, adherence to international rules & sustainable economic growth in entire region  Invitation to Australia to engage in India’s growing defence industry Full text of […]

Press statement of Raksha Mantri Shri Rajnath Singh following bilateral meeting with his Australian counterpart Mr Peter Dutton

Key Highlights: Wide-ranging discussions on bilateral defence cooperation as well as regional issues Both sides agree to work jointly to realise full potential of India-Australia Comprehensive Strategic Partnership Partnership based on shared vision of free, open, inclusive and rule-based Indo-Pacific region Military engagements to be expanded Australian industry invited to take advantage of India’s liberalised […]