Raksha Mantri Shri Rajnath Singh inaugurated Exercise MILAN 2026 at Visakhapatnam on February 20, 2026, calling upon the global community to address evolving maritime challenges collectively. The exercise, hosted by the Indian Navy, brings together Navy Chiefs and Heads of Delegations from 74 countries to strengthen interoperability, cooperative maritime engagement,…
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India-France Defence Dialogue 2026 Boosts Military Tiesq
Bengaluru, February 18, 2026: India and France have significantly deepened their strategic partnership by renewing their defence cooperation agreement for another 10 years, signing a joint venture to manufacture Hammer missiles in India, and announcing reciprocal deployment of military officers during the 6th Annual Defence Dialogue held in Bengaluru. High-Level…
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Rajnath Reviews Indigenous Aero Engine Projects at GTRE
Raksha Mantri Rajnath Singh on Sunday reviewed the progress of indigenous military gas turbine engine development during his visit to the Gas Turbine Research Establishment (GTRE) of the Defence Research and Development Organisation (DRDO) in Bengaluru. Emphasising the urgency of achieving self-reliance in aero engine technology, he called for accelerated…
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Rajnath Singh Inaugurates Missile Facility at BEL
Bengaluru: Raksha Mantri Shri Rajnath Singh on Sunday inaugurated a state-of-the-art Missile Integration Facility at Bharat Electronics Limited (BEL) in Bengaluru, flagged off the Akash 3rd and 4th Regiment Combat Systems, and unveiled the Mountain Fire Control Radar, reinforcing India’s push towards defence indigenisation. During his visit on February 16,…
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India Clears ₹3.6 Lakh Cr Rafale Fighter Jet Deal
New Delhi: In one of the largest defence procurements in India’s history, the Defence Acquisition Council (DAC), chaired by Defence Minister Rajnath Singh, has granted Acceptance of Necessity (AoN) for the acquisition of 114 Rafale fighter jets along with advanced combat missiles and key naval and army platforms. The total…
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Raksha Mantri Expands ‘Family’ Definition for Housing
In a significant welfare-oriented decision, Raksha Mantri Shri Rajnath Singh has approved the expansion of the definition of “family” for the allotment of Government Accommodation to Service Officers. The move broadens eligibility criteria and reflects the evolving structure of Indian families, while reinforcing the Centre’s commitment to social security and…
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Miniratna-I Status Powers Yantra India’s Growth
Raksha Mantri Shri Rajnath Singh has approved the grant of Miniratna Category-I status to Yantra India Limited (YIL), a Defence Public Sector Undertaking (DPSU). Praising the company’s rapid transformation into a profit-making corporate entity in just four years, the Minister highlighted YIL’s initiatives to increase turnover, promote indigenisation, and meet…
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Op Sindoor Showcased ICG’s Frontline Maritime Role: Rajnath
Raksha Mantri Rajnath Singh on Sunday said that Operation Sindoor demonstrated seamless inter-service coordination within India’s multi-layered maritime security framework and reaffirmed the Indian Coast Guard’s role as a frontline force safeguarding the nation’s maritime borders. Addressing the 50th Raising Day celebrations of the Indian Coast Guard (ICG) in New…
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Rajnath Singh Urges Youth to Stay Strong Amid Global Uncertainty
New Delhi, January 24, 2026: Raksha Mantri Shri Rajnath Singh on Friday urged India’s youth to remain physically, mentally and emotionally strong in an increasingly uncertain global environment, drawing inspiration from the dedication and courage displayed by NCC cadets during Operation Sindoor. Addressing cadets at the National Cadet Corps (NCC)…
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BJP to Announce New National President on January 20
The Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) is set to announce its new national president on January 20, marking a significant leadership transition within India’s ruling political party. The election process for the top organisational post will begin a day earlier, on January 19, when nominations will be formally filed. Party sources…