India's Kaveri jet engine, initially dropped from the Tejas programme, is being revived with a push for self-reliance in military aviation, aiming to develop sixth-generation fighter engines within 5-7 years, leveraging decades of accumulated expertise for future combat aircraft like AMCA
Defence Minister Rajnath Singh emphasized the Indian Navy's crucial role in safeguarding national interests, citing its recent operations in West Asia and its strategic importance in the Indo-Pacific region. He also highlighted India's growing defense manufacturing capabilities.
Defence Minister Rajnath Singh stated that India's self-reliance, technological capability, and collective resolve will shape its global role. Addressing the Vibrant Gujarat Regional Conference, he highlighted Gujarat's potential as a defense manufacturing hub, citing projects like the Tata-Airbus complex and K-9 Vajra production.
Defence Minister Rajnath Singh stated India is peace-loving but capable of decisively handling security threats, granting armed forces freedom to act against terrorism. He criticized past governments' approach to national security and highlighted India's economic growth and manufacturing prowess.
The first batch of five women NDA entrants graduated as officers in the Indian Air Force (IAF). Defence Minister Rajnath Singh congratulated the 231 cadets, including 37 women, stating that the growing presence of 'Nari Shakti' will strengthen the IAF.
India successfully tested its multi-layered ballistic missile defence system on June 10-11, demonstrating the capability to intercept long and medium-range missiles. This achievement places India among a select group of nations with such advanced defence technology.
Defence Minister Rajnath Singh advised new armed forces recruits to be mentally prepared for modern warfare, noting that advanced technology and tactics allow smaller nations to inflict significant damage. He also praised the Indian Air Force's humanitarian missions and the inclusion of female pilots, emphasizing the force's strength and inclusive nature.
Defence Minister Rajnath Singh stated India will not allow Indus river waters to reach "patrons of terror," reinforcing the nation's stance against Pakistan. He highlighted India's growing global role, defence production, and economic progress, while criticizing opposition parties and the previous UPA government.
Defence Minister Rajnath Singh inaugurated a new defence manufacturing complex in Shirdi, emphasizing the private sector's role in India's defense production. The facility will produce artillery shells, explosives, rockets, and drones, with plans for long-range attack systems and satellites.
Defence Minister Rajnath Singh stated India aims to become the world's largest weapons exporter within 25-30 years. He inaugurated a new ammunition manufacturing unit and emphasized the private sector's growing role in defense production.
India's Defence Minister Rajnath Singh met his Vietnamese counterpart Phan Van Giang in Hanoi to discuss defence ties and regional security. The meeting marked ten years of their Comprehensive Strategic Partnership, with agreements to expand cooperation in maritime security and defense industry, including AI and quantum technology.
Defence minister Rajnath Singh arrived in Vietnam's capital Hanoi on Monday as part of a two-nation tour to enhance defense cooperation. He will hold bilateral talks with Vietnam's Defence Minister General Phan Van Giang, with the BrahMos missile system expected to be a key topic. Singh will also visit South Korea to discuss defense cooperation and meet with officials.
Defence minister Rajnath Singh is on a four-day visit to Vietnam and South Korea to strengthen defence ties, maritime cooperation, and industrial partnerships, focusing on peace and stability in the Indo-Pacific.
Defence Minister Rajnath Singh began a multi-nation visit to Vietnam and South Korea on May 18th to strengthen military cooperation, defense partnerships, and maritime collaboration in the Indo-Pacific.
Jairam Ramesh of Congress has written to Defence Minister Rajnath Singh opposing the Great Nicobar Island Project, calling it an 'ecological disaster' and a threat to tribal rights. He urged for alternative defense infrastructure proposals with lower environmental costs.
Defence Minister Rajnath Singh assured citizens that India is prepared for global supply chain disruptions, with ample petroleum products and robust foreign exchange reserves. He urged fuel conservation to ease the nation's financial burden amid high international crude prices. The government is implementing measures for fuel efficiency and responsible consumption.
Vietnam has become the latest country to enter talks to buy India’s supersonic BrahMos missile – and at least 15 more are reportedly interested – as defence ministries across Asia and elsewhere increasingly look beyond Western-made systems. New Delhi and Hanoi are in advanced negotiations over a potential US$700 million deal, with talks progressing during Vietnamese President To Lam’s visit to India this week, where he met Prime Minister Narendra Modi, Defence Minister Rajnath Singh and other...
India has successfully test-fired an Advanced Agni missile featuring a Multiple Independently Targeted Re-Entry Vehicle (MIRV) system. This significant development, conducted off the Odisha coast, allows a single missile to strike multiple targets simultaneously, bolstering the nation's strategic defence and indigenous military modernization efforts. Defence Minister Rajnath Singh lauded the achievement as a major boost to preparedness.
Defence Minister Rajnath Singh emphasized that future wars will hinge on innovative thinking and synergy, not just weaponry. He urged commanders to prioritize artificial intelligence, autonomous systems, and secure communications, stressing the need to anticipate enemy surprises and stay ahead. Singh highlighted hybrid threats and multi-domain operations, commending the forces' jointness and technological adoption.
Defence Minister Rajnath Singh stated that Operation Sindoor was halted on India's own terms and the country is prepared for a long battle if necessary. He called Pakistan the epicentre of international terrorism and said the operation conveyed a clear message that India is no longer bound by issuing only diplomatic statements when terror attacks occur on its soil. The operation, completed in 72 hours, remains ongoing with preparations having been lengthy. Singh emphasized India's tri-service military prowess and highlighted AI applications in defence, including the Sudarshan air defence system.
Defence Minister Rajnath Singh stated that India ended Operation Sindoor on its own terms, emphasizing military readiness and a zero-tolerance policy toward terrorism. He labeled Pakistan the 'epicentre of International Terrorism' and dismissed nuclear threats as bluffs.
Defence Minister Rajnath Singh affirmed India voluntarily halted Operation Sindoor on its own terms and was prepared for prolonged conflict with Pakistan. Addressing the National Security Summit 2.0, Singh called Pakistan the epicentre of International Terrorism and stressed the need to uproot terrorism's ideological and political roots. The operation, launched on May 7, 2025 as response to the Pahalgam terror attack, destroyed nine major terror launchpads and killed over 100 terrorists before a ceasefire on May 10.
India's Defence Minister Rajnath Singh at the SCO meeting in Bishkek warned Pakistan, saying Operation Sindoor demonstrated India's firm resolve that terror epicentres will be meted out justifiable punishment. He called for a united front to tackle terrorism, separatism and extremism by dismantling safe havens and rejecting political exceptions. His warning came before Pakistan's Defence Minister Khawaja Asif spoke at the meeting. Singh also criticised state-sponsored cross-border terror and called for eliminating double standards in the global fight against terror.
