Indigenous Air Defence System Test Marks First Step in Realising Sudarshan Chakra Mission: Raksha Mantri
“In today’s era of terrorism, pandemics and regional conflicts, self-reliance in defence is not merely an option, but a condition for survival and progress. It is not about protectionism, it is about sovereignty and national autonomy,” stated Raksha Mantri Shri Rajnath Singh during his address at a Defence Conclave with the theme ‘Warfare in the […]
Raksha Mantri pays tribute to Major Dhyan Chand on National Sports Day
Raksha Mantri Shri Rajnath Singh extended heartfelt tribute to one of India’s greatest sporting legend, Major Dhyan Chand. Wishing the nation on National Sports Day, Raksha Mantrilauded Indian sportspersons who are making the nation proud with their skills and achievements at global levels. Raksha Mantri Shri Rajnath Singh also praised Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s leadership […]
Jointness & integration of our forces played major role in success of Operation Sindoor: Raksha Mantri
Text of RM’s speech at ‘Ran Samwad’ in Mhow, MP. I am immensely happy to join the “Ran Samvad” program here on this sacred land of Mhow. This is the very land that gave birth to Dr. B.R. Ambedkar, a towering intellectual of our country, and at the same time honoured the Indian Army with […]
Raksha Mantri expresses grief after landslide on the Shri Mata Vaishno Devi Temple route
A tragic landslide struck the Shri Mata Vaishno Devi Temple route, leading to the loss of several precious lives and leaving many injured. Rescue and relief operations have been launched, with the Union Territory administration providing all possible assistance to those affected on ground. Raksha Mantri Shri Rajnath Singh expressed deep sorrow over the incident. […]
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 […]