Defence Minister Rajnath Singh on Friday emphasised that protecting the nation's culture and civilisation is just as important as safeguarding its borders, highlighting cultural nationalism.
Greek Defence Minister Nikos Dendias arrived in India for an official visit until February 9. He will meet Defence Minister Rajnath Singh and External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar, attend the India-EU Forum, and visit Bengaluru to explore defence industry cooperation.
Defence Minister Rajnath Singh flagged off a joint expedition to Mount Aconcagua in Argentina from South Block, New Delhi on February 05, 2026. The mountain at 6,961 metres is the highest peak in South America and the highest mountain outside Asia. The joint expedition is being undertaken
Defence Minister Rajnath Singh on Tuesday lauded the India-US trade deal, in which Washington reduced tariffs on India to 18 per cent, describing it as a "landmark moment" that will take bilateral economic ties between the two nations to "new heights".
Congress MP Manickam Tagore on Monday raised concerns over ministers interfering and questioned why an Army general's book and statements could not be referenced, calling it an attack on parliamentary debate.
A sharp verbal exchange broke out in the Lok Sabha on Monday during the Budget Session after Lok Sabha Leader of the Opposition Rahul Gandhi was interrupted by Defence Minister Rajnath Singh while speaking on the Motion of Thanks on the President's Address.
"One of your major achievements has also been Operation Sindoor, which was carried out during a period of heightened maritime sensitivity." Defence Minister Rajnath Singh said.
Union Defence Minister Rajnath Singh on Sunday applauded the Indian Coast Guard for their role in fighting against terrorism, human trafficking, and controlling illegal activities and maintaining the maritime security of the country, the Defence Minister's office posted on X.
The Defence Minister in the message noted the efforts by the Coast Guard in "safeguarding our coasts, thwarting illicit activities, responding to natural disasters", underscoring their contribution to "national security and maritime sustainability."
A delegation of two officers and 16 NCC cadets from Nepal led by Major General Yam Prasad Dhakal, DG NCC, of the Nepali Army visited India in January and called upon President Droupadi Murmu, Defence Minister Rajnath Singh and the Youth Affairs and Sports during their visit. They also visit
Defence Minister Rajnath Singh on Thursday said that the 'Beating the Retreat' ceremony will be held at Vijay Chowk in New Delhi at 5 pm, marking the formal conclusion of the Republic Day celebrations.