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India has signed a deal with France for the acquisition of 36 Rafale combat jets from France, which will start arriving India from May next year. (Photo: Representational)

Rajnath, IAF chief to visit France to receive first Indian Rafale jets

Rajnath Singh and the IAF Chief will receive the first aircraft from the French authorities near the plane manufacturing plant in Bordeaux.

21 Aug 2019 7:56 PM

The decision assumes significance in the context of allegations of violation of human rights by the army in conflict zones like Kashmir and the north east. (Photo: Representational)

Army to set up Human Rights section

This was approved by Defence Minster Rajnath Singh as part of a number of decisions taken regarding reorganisation of Army Headquarters.

21 Aug 2019 3:04 PM

Rajnath Singh to US: Article 370 ‘internal matter’

Defence secy agrees with minister’s assertion, move seen as snub to Pakistan.

21 Aug 2019 5:38 AM

The Defence Minister congratulated Mark Esper on his appointment as the US Secretary of Defence. (Photo: Twitter)

Defence Minister speaks to US Defence Secretary; coneys Article 370 India's internal matter

Singh raised issue of cross-border terrorism and appreciated US support for India’s efforts to maintain peace.

20 Aug 2019 7:22 PM

Union Defence Minister Rajnath Singh on Tuesday said that in order to modernise the Indian Air Force there is a need to develop indigenous technology in the defense sector and reduce dependence on foreign manufacturers. (Photo: File)

Rajnath to modernise IAF, says 'Develop comprehensive capabilities ourselves'

Singh also voiced Centre's desire to encourage private industry investment in the defense sector.

20 Aug 2019 3:34 PM

The quickness with which Indian right-wingers and Pakistan’s hardliners bring in the nuclear option into the barbed exchanges between the two countries reveals that the leaders of these two countries behave like leaders of banana republics. (Representational Image/ Pixabay)

India-Pak wrangling on N-weapons dangerous

It is true that the Indian missile — air, land and water — programme has the aim of nuclear-tipped weaponry. But it is not the sole strategy.

20 Aug 2019 8:12 AM

Talk more carefully on sensitive matters

Recently, Rajnath Singh also appeared to suggest that India’s “no first use” nuclear doctrine could be modified.

20 Aug 2019 8:07 AM

On a day defence minister Rajnath Singh asserted that talks with Pakistan will now be only on PoK, it did not bring much cheer among the 13 lakh displaced people of whom 10 lakh reside in J&K while the remaining three lakh are spread across New Delhi, Punjab, Uttar Pradesh, West Bengal among other states, as they feel that mere lip service is not helping. (Photo: ANI)

We’re neglected since 1947: PoK displaced

All political parties talk about welfare of Kashmiri Pandits because they form an important vote bank.

19 Aug 2019 6:53 AM

Youngsters play cricket in Srinagar on Sunday. Restrictions were further eased in 50 police station areas of the Valley on Sunday though curbs were tightened in some parts of Srinagar after stray incidents of violence. (Photo: PTI)

Rajnath talks tough, says talks with Pak only on PoK

New Delhi will only focus on getting PoK vacated by Pakistan during any talks in the future. O

19 Aug 2019 3:41 AM

Defence Minister Rajnath Singh said on Sunday, adding that dialogue will only be held if the neighboring nation stops supporting terror. (Photo: ANI)

Talks with Pak only if it stops patronising terrorism: Rajnath Singh

Singh said, the BJP was committed to its election manifesto and it was fulfilling all that was promised.

18 Aug 2019 2:29 PM

Defence minister Rajnath Singh (Photo: PTI)

New panel to review policy on defence acquisitions

The committee will get six months to submit its recommendations.

18 Aug 2019 2:23 AM

'The substance and timing of the Indian Defence Minister's statement is highly unfortunate and reflective of India's irresponsible and belligerent behaviour,'a statement by Pakistan Foreign Ministry read. (photo: ANI)

Rajnath Singh's remark on 'no first use' policy irresponsible and unfortunate: Pak

The statement appears to have rattled Pakistan, which has never had adopted the same policy itself.

17 Aug 2019 5:06 PM

Union Home Minister Amit Shah, Union Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman and Union Agriculture Minister Narendra Singh Tomar are expected to attend the meeting. (Photo: File)

Delhi: Group of Ministers meeting at Rajnath Singh's residence today

Earlier on Friday, Defence Minister Rajnath Singh had said that India follows 'no first use' policy regarding nuclear weapons.

17 Aug 2019 11:24 AM

Defence minister Rajnath Singh in Jaisalmer on Friday. (Photo: PTI)

Shift in India’s ‘no first use’ nuclear doctrine?

Prime Minister Narendra Modi had said in the course of the 2019 Lok Sabha election campaign that India had “not kept the nuclear bombs for Diwali”.

17 Aug 2019 2:12 AM

Singh said, 'Till today, our nuclear policy is 'No First Use'. What happens in future depends on the circumstances.' ( Photo: ANI | Twitter)

India’s 'No First Use' policy may change based on circumstances: Rajnath Singh

He made the major statement in Pokhran on the death anniversary of former PM Atal Bihari Vajpayee.

16 Aug 2019 2:11 PM

Defence minister Rajnath Singh (Photo: ANI)

Rajnath Singh pushes for private role in defence

Rajnath said the Defence Investor Cell, established a year ago in the ministry, has processed nearly 550 queries and grievances.

10 Aug 2019 3:03 AM

In an address at a think-tank, the Defence Minister also complimented the armed forces for not allowing the situation to slide in Jammu and Kashmir following India's decisions on Kashmir. (Photo: File)

Groundwork for decisions on J&K began during tenure of previous govt: Rajnath Singh

'The decision will have some effects,' he added, saying that the neighbouring country is not happy and it will try to disturb peace.

09 Aug 2019 11:08 AM

Army Chief General Bipin Rawat. (Photo: PTI)

Army Chief apprises Rajnath Singh of situation

The Indian Army is on standby for any contingency in Kashmir.

09 Aug 2019 1:44 AM

Defence minister Rajnath Singh (Photo: PTI | File)

Rajnath Singh approves big purchases for Indian Navy

The NGMMCB has been developed and manufactured in India by Indo-Russia joint venture company, BrahMos Aerospace Private Limited.

09 Aug 2019 1:11 AM

Pakistan had also stated it will appeal to the United Nations Security Council against the Indian government's decision to end Jammu and Kashmir's special status and split it into two union territories according to the J&K Reorganisation Bill, 2019. (Photo :Rajnath Singh | Twitter)

‘Hope no one gets such neighbours’: Rajnath on Pak’s reaction on Art 370

Pakistan Prime Minister Imran Khan had warned earlier that the Kashmir move would have 'serious repercussions'.

08 Aug 2019 2:43 PM

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