Kargil Vijay Diwas
On July 26, 2025, India commemorated Kargil Vijay Diwas, paying tribute to the soldiers who sacrificed their lives during the Kargil War in 1999. Raksha Mantri Rajnath Singh laid a wreath at the National War Memorial in New Delhi, expressing gratitude for their bravery. A padyatra was organized in Dras,
NCC Alumni Association
On July 11, 2025, Raksha Mantri Shri Rajnath Singh chaired the inaugural Governing Council Meeting of the National Cadet Corps Alumni Association (NCCAA) in New Delhi. The NCCAA aims to unite former and current NCC cadets to enhance their role in nation-building. Singh emphasized the importance of NCC in instilling
Defence Sector
At the Controllers’ Conference 2025, Raksha Mantri Shri Rajnath Singh emphasized the importance of operational readiness and financial agility in the Armed Forces. He highlighted the success of Operation Sindoor, which has increased global demand for indigenous products. Singh called for a shift in perception of defence spending as an
Controllers' Conference 2025
The Defence Accounts Department (DAD) will host the Controllers’ Conference 2025 from July 7-9 in New Delhi, inaugurated by Raksha Mantri Shri Rajnath Singh. The conference aims to transform financial governance in defence, featuring discussions on budget reforms, digital innovations, and strategic financial advice. With a focus on 'Transforming
Defence Acquisition Council
On July 3, 2025, the Defence Acquisition Council, chaired by Defence Minister Rajnath Singh, approved 10 capital acquisition proposals totaling approximately Rs 1.05 lakh crore. The proposals include procurement of Armoured Recovery Vehicles, Electronic Warfare Systems, and Surface-to-Air Missiles, aimed at enhancing the operational readiness of the Armed Forces.
Defence Cooperation
On June 26, 2025, Indian Defence Minister Rajnath Singh met with his counterparts from Belarus, Tajikistan, and Kazakhstan during the Shanghai Cooperation Organisation (SCO) Defence Ministers’ meeting in Qingdao, China. The discussions focused on enhancing defence cooperation, technical collaboration, and addressing security concerns, including the Pahalgam terror attack and Operation
SCO
At the SCO Defence Ministers’ Meeting in Qingdao, China, Indian Defence Minister Rajnath Singh emphasized the need for member countries to unite against terrorism, stating that peace cannot coexist with terrorism and the proliferation of Weapons of Mass Destruction. He highlighted India's Operation Sindoor as a response to
armed forces
In a significant move towards modernizing the Armed Forces, Raksha Mantri Shri Rajnath Singh has empowered the Chief of Defence Staff (CDS) and Secretary of the Department of Military Affairs (DMA) to issue Joint Instructions and Orders for all three Services. This initiative aims to streamline procedures, enhance cross-Service cooperation,
SCO
Raksha Mantri Shri Rajnath Singh will lead an Indian delegation at the SCO Defence Ministers’ Meeting in Qingdao, China, from June 25-26, 2025. He will present India's vision for global peace and security, advocate for joint efforts against terrorism, and emphasize the need for enhanced trade and economic
President Droupadi Murmu
On June 23, 2025, President Droupadi Murmu received the first copies of the second volumes of the books 'Wings to Our Hopes' and 'Aashaon Ki Udaan' at Rashtrapati Bhavan. The books, released by Raksha Mantri Shri Rajnath Singh, contain 51 selected speeches from her second year
President Droupadi Murmu
On June 23, Raksha Mantri Shri Rajnath Singh will release 'Wings to Our Hopes - Volume II' and 'Ashaon Ki Udaan - Khand 2', compilations of speeches by President Smt. Droupadi Murmu during her second year in office. The event will also feature Union Ministers Shri
International Day of Yoga
On June 21, 2025, Raksha Mantri Shri Rajnath Singh led approximately 2,500 soldiers in celebrating the 11th International Day of Yoga at Udhampur, J&K. He emphasized the holistic benefits of Yoga for mental and physical well-being and linked its practice to the discipline and focus of the