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Defence minister Nirmala Sitharaman during a press conference in Mumbai. (Photo: PTI )

Sitharaman launches vessel, asks defence PSUs to expand market

Many overseas clients have shown an interest in buying from India, says Sitharaman.

21 Feb 2019 7:39 AM GMT

Defence minister Nirmala Sitharaman during a press conference in Mumbai. (Photo: PTI )

Defence minister invites investors in aero space and other

Sitharaman made a strong pitch for 'Make in India' and referred to a slew of initiatives taken by the government.

20 Feb 2019 5:21 AM GMT

Defence minister Nirmala Sitharaman

India, Sweden ink security protection agreement

The agreement was signed on Wednesday during Defence Minister Nirmala Sitharaman's visit to the Nordic country.

15 Feb 2019 5:25 AM GMT

The police sources said that a para commando of the Army was injured in the initial firing of the militants. (Representational Image)

Centre approves 1st batch of mega reforms in Indian Army: Report

Reforms in Army are being implemented to make 1.3 mn-strong force leaner and meaner, and to enhance its combat...

8 March 2019 4:12 AM GMT

Recently, the US warned its allies against using Huawei technology. (Photo: ANI)

UK police will not probe sacked defence minister over Huawei leak

The opposition Labour Party had called for a criminal investigation into the leak.

5 May 2019 5:13 AM GMT

Home minister Rajnath Singh

Funding won't come in way of defence preparedness: Rajnath Singh

Rajnath Singh said in absolute terms, the defence budget has increased in the last few years.

24 Jun 2019 3:40 PM GMT

Singhs predecessors, Nirmala Sitharam and Manohar Parrikar, also visited the glacier to understand the challenges Indian soldiers face. (Photo :Rajnath Singh | Twitter)

As new Defence Minister, Rajnath to visit Siachen today with Army...

Army chief General Bipin Rawat will accompany Singh who was on Saturday briefed by top officials on the functioning of...

3 Jun 2019 3:42 AM GMT

Home minister Rajnath Singh

Siachen to be Rajnath Singh's first visit as Defence Minister

Rajnath will review the security situation along the borders with Pakistan.

2 Jun 2019 7:02 AM GMT

Singh held a held a meeting with Army chief Gen Bipin Rawat, Chief of Air Staff Air Chief Marshal B S Dhanoa and newly-appointed Navy chief Karambir Singh at the headquarters of the defence ministry at the Raisina Hills during which he was apprised about the security scenario, officials said. (Photo: ANI)

After taking charge as Defence Minister, Rajnath holds high-level meet

Earlier in the day, Singh visited the national war memorial and paid tributes to the fallen heroes.

1 Jun 2019 11:34 AM GMT

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

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

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

20 Aug 2019 10:04 AM GMT

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 8:59 AM GMT

The Defence Minister will also decide on the proposed procurement of two electronic warfare systems for deployment along the Pakistan and China borders. (Photo: ANI)

Defence Ministry to decide on buying two BrahMos missile coastal...

The meeting is scheduled to be held on Thursday in which the Defence Minister is going to take a call on several...

7 Aug 2019 3:27 PM GMT