National security is no longer a matter of Armed Forces, it has become an issue of a whole-of-nation approach: Raksha Mantri
Dubbing the fusion of technology and surprise as the main reason behind the growing complexity & unpredictably of modern-day warfare, Raksha Mantri Shri Rajnath Singh has emphasised the need to remain prepared for new innovations and unforeseen challenges while mastering existing technologies to stay ahead of the curve. He was delivering the plenary address at […]
Raksha Mantri extends wishes on the auspicious festival of Ganesh Chaturthi
Raksha Mantri Shri Rajnath Singh extended heartfelt wishes to the nation on the sacred festival of Ganesh Chaturthi. Worshipped as the god of wisdom, prosperity and good fortune, Ganesh Chaturthi marks the birth of Lord Ganesh and the beginning of ten-day-long festivities. Seeking Ganesh Ji’s blessings, RM wished for India to continue progressing on the […]
INS Udaygiri & INS Himgiri are shining examples of Govt’s self-reliance resolve: Raksha Mantri
As a testimony to India’s growing shipbuilding prowess and its march towards self-reliance, two multi-mission stealth frigates of Project 17A – INS Udaygiri and INS Himgiri – were commissioned into the Indian Navy in the presence of Raksha Mantri Shri Rajnath Singh at the Naval Base, Visakhapatnam on August 26, 2025. It was for the […]
People in border areas provided full support to the Armed Forces during Operation Sindoor: Raksha Mantri
“People in border areas provided full support to the Armed Forces during Operation Sindoor, which is testament to the fact that the security of the nation is not just the responsibility of the Government or the military, but of every citizen,” said Raksha Mantri Shri Rajnath during the inauguration of a Defence & Sports Academy in […]
Raksha Mantri felicitates Gaganyatris in New Delhi
Raksha Mantri Shri Rajnath Singh felicitated Group Captain Shubhanshu Shukla, Group Captain PB Nair, Group Captain Ajit Krishnan, and Group Captain Angad Pratap who are part of Gaganyaan, ISRO’s maiden space flight mission, during an event in New Delhi on August 24, 2025. Speaking on the occasion, Raksha Mantri described the four Gaganyatris as gems […]
Raksha Mantri extends greetings on National Space Day; hails Chandrayaan-3’s historic achievement
On the occasion of National Space Day, Raksha Mantri Shri Rajnath Singh congratulated the scientists for the remarkable success of Chandrayaan-3, which placed India on the Moon’s South Pole, marking a historic milestone in space exploration. Raksha Mantri stated that the achievement will inspire generations to come and strengthen India’s global stature in the field […]
We have taken steps towards making fifth generation fighter aircraft and aircraft engines in India: Raksha Mantri
“Indian ethos do not see global order as a contest for dominance, but as a shared journey towards harmony, dignity, and mutual respect for all. In our tradition, the measure of strength is not in the ability to command, but in the capacity to care; not in the pursuit of narrow interest, but in the […]
RM Shri Rajnath Singh interacts with global women peacekeepers taking part in UN Women Military Officers Course 2025
Raksha Mantri Shri Rajnath Singh, on August 22, 2025, interacted with the women officers of 15 countries alongside India, who are participating in a nearly two-week long United Nations Women Military Officers Course (UNWMOC-2025) being held at Manekshaw Centre, New Delhi. Organised by the Centre for United Nations Peacekeeping under the aegis of Ministry of […]
Raksha Mantri pays tribute to former MLA Shri Rajesh Gehlot
Raksha Mantri Shri Rajnath Singh paid solemn tribute to senior leader and MLA Shri Rajesh Gehlot at his residence. Honouring his memory, RM said Gehlot ji always prioritized public service. In a post on ‘X’, RM said, “दिल्ली के वरिष्ठ नेता एवं पूर्व विधायकराजेश गहलोत जी के निवास पर जाकर उन्हें श्रद्धांजलि अर्पित की औरउनकी […]
Thiru C.P. Radhakrishnan files nomination as NDA’s Vice Presidential candidate
The National Democratic Alliance’s candidate for the post of Vice President of India, Shri Thiru CP Radhakrishnan filed his nomination papers today in the presence of the Prime Minister Narendra Modi, Raksha Mantri Rajnath Singh, Union Cabinet Ministers and NDA leaders. Hailing Shri CP Radhakrishnan, Raksha Mantri said Radhakrishnan ji is very well known for […]