Terrorism and lack of social-economic development were a few of the main reasons behind making Ladakh a Union Territory, said Defence Minister Rajnath Singh on Monday. Singh, who is currently in Leh for a three-day visit to Ladakh said this while inaugurating 63 infra projects constructed by Border Roads Organisation (BRO). Speaking on the occasion, the Union […]
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Rajnath Singh to inaugurate BRO’s 63 infra projects from Ladakh today
Defence Minister Rajnath Singh on Monday will inaugurate 63 infrastructure projects constructed by the Border Roads Organisation (BRO) from Ladakh. Singh is currently in Leh for a three-day visit to Ladakh. “Raksha Mantri Rajnath Singh will inaugurate 63 infra projects constructed by BRO from Ladakh at 10.00 an today,” tweeted the Defence Ministry. The Minister is also scheduled to attend […]
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Rajnath Singh embarks on three-day visit to Ladakh
Defence Minister Rajnath Singh embarked on Ladakh on Sunday for a three-day visit to the region. During his visit, Singh will inaugurate infrastructural projects constructed by the Border Roads Organisation (BRO) and will also interact with troops deployed in the region. “Leaving New Delhi for Ladakh. During my visit, I shall be interacting with the […]
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Rajnath Singh to review progress of Indigenous Aircraft Carrier in Kochi today
Defence Minister Rajnath Singh will visit Southern Naval Command to review the construction work of Indigenous Aircraft Carrier (IAC) in Kochi today. He will be accompanied by Admiral Karambir Singh, Chief of the Naval Staff. Defence Minister will be visiting IAC today from 9:45 am to 10:45 am. Additionally, he will also visit […]
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Rajnath Singh leaves for two-day visit to Kochi, Karwar
Union Defence Minister Rajnath Singh on Thursday set out on a two-day visit to Karnataka’s Karwar and Kerala’s Kochi to review some of the ongoing projects. While visiting Kochi, he will review the progress in construction work of the Indigenous Aircraft Carrier (IAC). “Leaving New Delhi on a two-day visit to Karwar and Kochi. Shall review the ongoing infrastructure development at Karwar and also […]
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India calls for free, open Indo Pacific, supports freedom of navigation: Rajnath Singh at ADMM+
India calls for a free, open and inclusive order in the Indo Pacific, said Defence Minister Rajnath Singh on Wednesday, adding that New Delhi supports freedom of navigation, overflight, and unimpeded commerce in the international waterways including the South China Sea. During the virtual address at the ASEAN Defence Ministers’ Meeting Plus (ADMM-Plus), Singh asserted that maritime […]
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Rajnath Singh to address public meetings in West Bengal today
Defence Minister Rajnath Singh will address public meetings in West Bengal on Thursday to boost the prospects of Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) candidates in the upcoming assembly elections. He will address public meetings in Joypur, Taldangra, and Kakdwip assembly constituencies. “I shall be in West Bengal tomorrow (on Thursday) to address public meetings in […]
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Rajnath Singh to attend Combined Commanders’ Conference in Gujarat’s Kevadia today
Defence Minister Rajnath Singh on Friday will attend the Combined Commanders’ Conference (CCC), a premier brain-storming event of the Military Commanders from the three Services commenced at Kevadia in Gujarat yesterday. Taking to Twitter, Singh informed that India’s security situation and defence preparedness would be reviewed at the conference. “Leaving […]
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Rajnath Singh salutes IAF on 2nd anniversary of Balakot air strikes
On the second anniversary of Balakot air strikes, Defence Minister Rajnath Singh on Friday saluted the exceptional courage and diligence of the Indian Air Force (IAF) and said “the success of strikes has shown India’s strong will to act against terrorism”. “On the anniversary of Balakot Air Strikes, I salute the exceptional […]
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China will keep troops to east of Finger 8, says Rajnath Singh
After announcing the disengagement agreement on the north and west bank of Pangong Lake, Defence Minister Rajnath Singh on Thursday said that Beijing will keep its troops to the east of Finger 8 at the north of the bank of Pangong Lake, while India will keep its troops at its permanent base near Finger 3. Speaking […]
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India, China have agreed to disengage on north, south bank of Pangong Lake, says Rajnath Singh
Defence Minister Rajnath Singh on Thursday informed the Rajya Sabha that through sustained talks, both Indian and China have reached an agreement for disengagement on the north and west bank of Pangong Lake. Speaking on the present situation in Eastern Ladakh, Defence Minister said, “I am happy to inform the House today that as a result of our well […]
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Self-reliance in defence manufacturing is crucial for India’s strategic autonomy, says Rajnath Singh
Defence Minister Rajnath Singh on Friday said that attaining self-reliance in manufacturing of defence equipment is a crucial factor for maintaining India’s strategic autonomy. Addressing the ‘Startup Manthan’ at Aero India 2021, Defence Minister said, “Our Government is acutely conscious that startups being the latest entrants in the defence manufacturing sector require that extra push. With this aim in […]
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DRDO continuously developing technology for new India, says Rajnath Singh
Asserting that India has to focus on new goals for new India, Defence Minister Rajnath Singh on Wednesday said the Defence Research and Development Organisation (DRDO) is continuously developing technology that will help the country in achieving these goals. “Today, when the world is changing so fast and new world order is […]
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India prepared to counter any misadventure, defend its territorial integrity, says Rajnath
India is vigilant and prepared to counter and defeat any misadventure to defend its people and the territorial integrity at all costs, said Defence Minister Rajnath Singh at the Aero India 2021 in Bengaluru on Wednesday. “India faces threats and challenges emanating from multiple fronts. India is a victim of state-sponsored and […]
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Budget has set highest ever capital expenditure target: Rajnath Singh
Defence Minister Rajnath Singh on Monday expressed his happiness at the budget proposal to open 100 new Sainik Schools in the country and said several new programmes to support India’s farmers, agriculture, infrastructure and reinvigoration of human resources have also been announced. The minister, who made a series of tweets, […]