Raksha Mantri Shri Rajnath Singh paid solemn tributes to Major Somnath Sharma, India’s first Param Vir Chakra awardee, on his Balidan Diwas. Remembering the war hero’s unparalleled courage, the Raksha Mantri said that Major Sharma’s valour and supreme sacrifice in the defence of the nation would forever inspire generations of Indians. Major Somnath Sharma, serving […]
“India’s emphasis on the rule of law, particularly the United Nations Convention on the Law of the Sea, and its advocacy for freedom of navigation and overflight in the Indo-Pacific, are not directed against any country but are meant to safeguard the collective interests of all regional stakeholders,” said Raksha Mantri Shri Rajnath Singh during […]
Raksha Mantri Shri Rajnath Singh met with the Defence Ministers of ASEAN during the second India-ASEAN Defence Ministers’ Informal Meeting in Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia on October 31, 2025. During the meeting, the Ministers appreciated India’s key role in peace and stability in the Indo-Pacific region and sought to deepen defence cooperation with New Delhi at […]
Raksha Mantri Shri Rajnath Singh met with US Secretary of War Mr Pete Hegseth on the sidelines of 12th ASEAN Defence Ministers’ Meeting – Plus (ADMM-Plus) in Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia on October 31, 2025. The meeting was constructive and the delegation-level talks were followed by a one-to-one meeting. The two leaders appreciated the continuing momentum in […]
On the occasion of Rashtriya Ekta Diwas, Raksha Mantri Shri Rajnath Singh paid solemn tributes to Sardar Vallabhbhai Patel, fondly remembered as the ‘Iron Man of India’. In a post on social media, Shri Rajnath Singh lauded Patel ji’s monumental role in uniting the nation after independence and shaping the foundation of India’s unity and […]
“The effective use of Made-in-India equipment by the Armed Forces during Operation Sindoor bolstered India’s reputation both regionally and internationally,” said Raksha Mantri Shri Rajnath Singh while urging the domestic industry, especially the private sector, to further accelerate the pursuit of self-reliance by focusing on innovation and R&D; technology-based manufacturing, production of individual subsystems and components, and dominating the […]
The great festival of faith and devotion, ‘Chhath’, began today with the ritual of Nahay-Khaay, marking the first day of the four-day celebration dedicated to the worship of the Sun God and Chhathi Maiya. Extending his warm wishes on the sacred occasion, Raksha Mantri Shri Rajnath Singh conveyed heartfelt greetings to the people of India. […]
Raksha Mantri Shri Rajnath Singh took stock of the security situation and the operational preparedness of the Indian Army during the Army Commanders’ Conference in Jaisalmer, and the visit to the forward areas of Tanot and Laungewala in Rajasthan on October 24, 2025. During the conference, detailed deliberations were held with the senior leadership of […]
“Pakistan will now think twice before attempting any misadventure against India as our Armed Forces have given them a good dose of caution during Operation Sindoor,” stated Raksha Mantri Shri Rajnath Singh while interacting with soldiers during Barakhana in Jaisalmer, Rajasthan on October 23, 2025. Reiterating that the operation is not over and only halted, Raksha […]
“Operation Sindoor was a symbol of India’s will power & capability, and a message to the world that we’re always ready to respond to every challenge,” said Raksha Mantri Shri Rajnath Singh while addressing the Naval Commanders’ Conference in New Delhi on October 23, 2025. Raksha Mantri commended the Indian Navy for creating a deterrent posture […]