Shipbuilding
At the Samudra Utkarsh seminar, Raksha Mantri Rajnath Singh emphasized the potential of India's shipbuilding industry, urging global partners to collaborate in developing next-gen maritime capabilities. He highlighted India's integrated shipbuilding ecosystem, showcasing flagship projects like the INS Vikrant and the role of Indian shipyards in
Rajnath Singh
In his address at the Delhi Defence Dialogue, Raksha Mantri Shri Rajnath Singh emphasized the need for India to transition from a technology consumer to a creator. He called for building systems that facilitate the seamless adoption of new technologies, highlighting the importance of collaboration among soldiers, scientists, startups, and
India
During the second India-ASEAN Defence Ministers’ Informal Meeting in Kuala Lumpur, Raksha Mantri Shri Rajnath Singh emphasized India's role as a responsible superpower in the Indo-Pacific. The meeting focused on enhancing defence cooperation, with initiatives announced for women in UN peacekeeping and defence think-tank interactions. ASEAN ministers praised
US-India Defence Partnership
On October 31, 2025, Indian Defence Minister Rajnath Singh and US Secretary of War Pete Hegseth met during the 12th ASEAN Defence Ministers’ Meeting in Kuala Lumpur, where they signed a 10-year framework for a major defence partnership. This agreement aims to enhance bilateral defence cooperation, ensuring a free and
ASEAN
Raksha Mantri Shri Rajnath Singh will participate in the 12th ASEAN Defence Ministers’ Meeting - Plus (ADMM-Plus) in Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia on November 1, 2025. He will address the forum on the 15-year reflection of ADMM-Plus and its future direction. An informal meeting of ASEAN-India Defence Ministers will occur on
defence self-reliance
During a recent address, Raksha Mantri Shri Rajnath Singh highlighted the successful use of Made-in-India equipment in Operation Sindoor, emphasizing the importance of self-reliance in defense manufacturing. He urged the domestic industry to focus on innovation, production of subsystems, and dominating supply chains. The government aims to enhance defense exports
Indian Army
During the Army Commanders' Conference in Jaisalmer, Raksha Mantri Shri Rajnath Singh reviewed the Indian Army's operational readiness and security situation. He emphasized the significance of Operation Sindoor, highlighting the ethical discipline and strategic clarity of Indian soldiers. The conference addressed key military strategies, including Grey Zone
Operation Sindoor
During a visit to Jaisalmer, Raksha Mantri Rajnath Singh stated that Pakistan will think twice before any misadventure against India following Operation Sindoor. He emphasized the need for the Armed Forces to remain vigilant and highlighted their role in nation-building. Singh also inaugurated a botanical garden and paid tribute at
Defence Procurement Manual
On October 23, 2025, Raksha Mantri Shri Rajnath Singh unveiled the Defence Procurement Manual (DPM) 2025, set to take effect on November 1, 2025. The manual aims to streamline procurement processes for the Armed Forces, facilitating approximately Rs 1 lakh crore in revenue procurement. Key changes include relaxed liquidated damages,
Defence Acquisition Council
The Defence Acquisition Council, chaired by Defence Minister Rajnath Singh, has approved proposals totaling approximately Rs 79,000 crore to enhance the capabilities of the Indian Armed Forces. Key procurements include the Nag Missile System for the Army, Landing Platform Docks for the Navy, and a Collaborative Long Range Target
Police Commemoration Day
On October 21, 2025, Raksha Mantri Shri Rajnath Singh laid a wreath at the National Police Memorial in New Delhi, honoring the police and paramilitary forces on Police Commemoration Day. He reflected on the sacrifices made by police officers, particularly recalling the 1959 ambush by Chinese troops that claimed the
Police Commemoration Day
On October 21, 2025, Raksha Mantri Shri Rajnath Singh will pay homage to police martyrs at the National Police Memorial in New Delhi, commemorating the sacrifice of ten policemen who died in an ambush by Chinese troops in 1959. The event will include a joint parade, wreath-laying, and various commemorative