Raksha Mantri congratulates Divya Deshmukh for winning FIDE Women’s Chess World Cup
Raksha Mantri Shri Rajnath Singh wishes Divya Deshmukh as she creates history after winning the FIDE Women’s Chess World Cup. Raksha Mantri said it’s a proud and historic moment for all Indians to see both players competing in an all-Indian final. Divya Deshmukh has also become India’s fourth woman to earn the prestigious Chess Grandmaster […]
Raksha Mantri pays glorious tribute to Indian Armed Forces on Kargil Vijay Diwas
Raksha Mantri Shri Rajnath Singh paid a heartfelt tribute to the Indian Armed Forces on Kargil Vijay Diwas. Raksha Mantri said the bravehearts displayed extraordinary courage, grit and determination in defending the nation’s honour in the toughest of terrains. RM said, their supreme sacrifice during the Kargil War stands as a shining symbol of unmatched […]
Raksha Mantri hails DRDO for successfully carrying out flight trials of UAV Launched Precision Guided Missile (ULPGM)-V3
The Defence Research & Development Organisation has successfully carried out flight trials of UAV Launched Precision Guided Missile (ULPGM)-V3 in the National Open Area Range (NOAR), test range in Kurnool, Andhra Pradesh. Raksha Mantri Shri Rajnath Singh hailed the DRDO for their success and called it a major boost to India’s defence capabilities. Raksha Mantri […]
Raksha Mantri pays tribute to great revolutionary Chandrashekhar Azad on his birth anniversary
Raksha Mantri Rajnath Singh paid a humble tribute to the great Indian revolutionary Chandrashekhar Azad on his birth anniversary. Calling him Bharat Mata’s immortal son, RM said his courage, determination and sacrifice for the nation inspires every Indian even today and will continue to inspire generations to come. In a post on ‘X’, RM said, […]
Raksha Mantri pays heartfelt tribute to Lokmanya Bal Gangadhar Tilak on his Jayanti
Raksha Mantri Rajnath Singh paid a heartfelt tribute to Lokmanya Bal Gangadhar Tilak on his Jayanti. RM called him a visionary leader, a fearless nationalist and a firm believer in Swaraj. Calling him a great son of India, RM said his words “Swaraj is my birthright” ignited a movement and continues to inspire generations. In […]
Raksha Mantri hails milestone moment as first batch of Apache attack helicopters arrive in India
In a significant step towards strengthening India’s defence capabilities, the Indian Army received the first batch of Apache AH-64E helicopters from the United States on July 22, 2025. Raksha Mantri Rajnath Singh said these advanced helicopters will enhance the Army Aviation wing’s operational effectiveness, especially in challenging terrains. The combat helicopter, AH-64E Apache, is one […]
Raksha Mantri extends heartfelt condolences on the demise of ex-Kerala CM Achutanandan
Raksha Mantri Rajnath Singh extended heartfelt condolences on the passing away of former Kerala Chief Minister, V.S. Achutanandan. RM said he was a seasoned politician who dedicated his entire life for the betterment of the citizens and social service. V.S. Achutanandan was the Chief Minister of Kerala from 2006 to 2011. In a post on […]
Raksha Mantri pays tribute to revolutionary Mangal Pandey on his birth anniversary
Raksha Mantri Shri Rajnath Singh paid tribute to the immortal revolutionary Mangal Pandey on his birth anniversary who blew the trumpet of rebellion in India’s first freedom struggle. RM said he aroused a new consciousness of freedom in the country by starting a struggle against British rule. His sacrifice and martyrdom will always inspire the […]
Raksha Mantri wishes Indian Navy for commissioning of INS Nistar
Raksha Mantri Shri Rajnath Singh congratulated the Indian Navy and Hindustan Shipyards Limited for the commissioning of INS Nistar. It is an indigenously designed and constructed Diving Support Vessel, installed with state-of-the-art equipment to undertake Saturation Diving and Salvage Operations. INS Nistar can also serve as the ‘Mother Ship’ for Deep Submergence Rescue Vessel, for […]
Raksha Mantri praises hometown Lucknow for securing third position in the country at Swachh Survekshan 2024-25 Awards
Raksha Mantri Shri Rajnath Singh hailed Lucknow for jumping from 44th position to third position in the country in the National Swachh Survey 2024. Indian President Smt. Droupadi Murmu conferred the ninth edition of Swachh Survekshan 2024-25 awards at Vigyan Bhagwan, New Delhi on July 17, 2025. The new generation of clean cities have arrived […]