Raksha Mantri holds bilateral talks with Minister of National Defence of Hellenic Republic in New Delhi
Raksha Mantri Shri Rajnath Singh held a bilateral meeting with Minister of the National Defence of the Hellenic Republic Mr Nikolaos-Georgios Dendias in New Delhi on February 09, 2026. Both Ministers reiterated that the India-Greece Strategic Partnership is based on shared values of peace, stability, freedom, and mutual respect. The two countries decided to expand […]
Raksha Mantri flags-off NIM-JIM&WS joint expedition to Argentina’s Mt Aconcagua
Raksha Mantri Shri Rajnath Singh flagged-off a joint expedition to Mount Aconcagua in Argentina from South Block, New Delhi on February 05, 2026. The mountain at 6,961 metres stands as the highest peak of South America and the highest mountain outside Asia. The joint expedition is being undertaken by the Nehru Institute of Mountaineering (NIM), […]
Defence Budget 2026-27 post-Op Sindoor further strengthens Govt’s resolve of creating a robust & foolproof security system: Raksha Mantri
Raksha Mantri Shri Rajnath Singh has expressed gratitude to Prime Minister Shri Narendra Modi for allocating Rs 7.85 lakh crore to the defence sector in the Union Budget 2026-27, stating that the budget, which comes after the historic success of Operation Sindoor, further strengthens the Government’s resolve of creating a robust and foolproof security system of the […]
Raksha Mantri meets High Representative/Vice President of EU Commission in New Delhi
Raksha Mantri Shri Rajnath Singh held a meeting with the High Representative/Vice President of European Union (EU) Commission Ms Kaja Kallas in New Delhi on January 27, 2026. The two leaders discussed a range of bilateral security and defence issues during the meeting. Raksha Mantri stated that India and EU share the principles of democracy, […]
Self-reliance has become a national mindset, DRDO is playing a key role in rapid transformation of defence sector
“Operation Sindoor demonstrated that indigenous systems are strengthening India’s operational readiness,” said Raksha Mantri Shri Rajnath Singh as he commended the crucial role of DRDO in achieving self-reliance that has become a national mindset under the leadership of Prime Minister Shri Narendra Modi. Addressing DRDO’s Best Performing Scientists and Technical Persons, who witnessed the 77th Republic Day […]
Govt is committed to achieving Aatmanirbharta in ammunition manufacturing & make the country a global production hub: Raksha Mantri
Raksha Mantri Shri Rajnath Singh has voiced Prime Minister Shri Narendra Modi-led Government’s commitment to achieving Aatmanirbharta in ammunition manufacturing and make the country a global production hub in the field. Inaugurating the Medium Caliber Ammunition Manufacturing Facility at the Solar Defence & Aerospace Limited in Nagpur, Maharashtra on January 19, 2026, he recalled the time when […]
India’s peace efforts will continue until terrorist ideology is eradicated
“Operation Sindoor emerged as a balanced military response amidst the uncertainties prevailing worldwide, and it will be remembered in history as a symbol of India’s courage, strength, restraint & national character,” said Raksha Mantri Shri Rajnath Singh during the 78th Indian Army Day celebrations in Jaipur, Rajasthan on January 15, 2026. Hailing the soldiers’ indomitable courage, unwavering […]
Ex-servicemen are living pillars of national consciousness, symbols of collective courage & inspiration to future generations: Raksha Mantri
Ex-servicemen rallies, wreath laying ceremonies, grievance redressal counters and facilitation help desks are among the series of events organised across the country to mark the 10th Defence Forces Veterans’ Day on January 14, 2026. Raksha Mantri Shri Rajnath Singh graced the main celebrations at Manekshaw Centre, Delhi Cantt which witnessed the participation of around 2,500 veterans […]
Raksha Mantri commissions Indian Coast Guard Ship Samudra Pratap, India’s first indigenously designed Pollution Control Vessel built by GSL
Marking a major step forward in India’s pursuit of Aatmanirbharta in shipbuilding and maritime capability development, Raksha Mantri Shri Rajnath Singh commissioned Indian Coast Guard Ship (ICGS) ‘Samudra Pratap’, the first of two Pollution Control Vessels built by Goa Shipyard Limited (GSL), in Goa on January 05, 2026. With over 60% indigenous content, ICGS Samudra Pratap is […]
Shri Rajnath Singh visits DRDO HQs; Calls upon the organisation to continue focusing on innovation
“The weapon systems developed by DRDO played a decisive role during Operation Sindoor, which serves as a testament to the professionalism and commitment of the organisation towards safeguarding national interests,” said Raksha Mantri Shri Rajnath Singh during his visit to the DRDO Headquarters in New Delhi on January 01, 2026 on the occasion of 68th Foundation Day. […]