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Defence Minister Rajnath Singh releases 'Guide on Preparation of DPRs for Road Infrastructure Projects'
New Delhi, December 23: Defence Minister Rajnath Singh released the 'Guide on Preparation of Detailed Project Reports (DPRs) for Road Infrastructure Projects' prepared by the Border Roads Organisation (BRO), in South Block, New Delhi, on Tuesday.
J&K L-G Sinha inaugurates 108-ft National Flag mast on Vijay Diwas in Akhnoor
Jammu, Dec 16: Jammu and Kashmir Lieutenant Governor (L-G) Manoj Sinha, on Tuesday, inaugurated a 108-feet National Flag mast on Vijay Diwas at Kachrial in Akhnoor area of Jammu district, Defence Ministry officials said.
Rajnath Singh to kick off Defence Estates Day celebrations tomorrow
New Delhi, Dec 15: Defence Minister Rajnath Singh is likely to share his views on digital and tech-enabled land management when he presides over the Defence Estates Day Celebrations at Delhi Cantonment on December 16, an official said.
South Korea's Defence ministry to launch investigative unit for martial law probe next week
Seoul, Dec 11: South Korea's defence ministry said on Thursday it will launch next week its own special investigative unit to look into allegations surrounding former ousted President Yoon Suk Yeol's botched martial law bid.
Major achievement: Rajnath Singh inaugurates 125 infra projects constructed by BRO in Ladakh
Leh, December 7: Defence Minister Rajnath Singh on Sunday inaugurated 125 infrastructure projects constructed by Border Roads Organisation (BRO) in Ladakh, calling it a "major achievement" for the BRO and Centre's "unwavering commitment to strengthening border infrastructure."
Rajnath Singh launches 125 BRO projects, vows to strengthen border infra
Leh, Dec 7: Defence Minister Rajnath Singh on Sunday dedicated to the nation 125 strategically significant infrastructure projects of Border Roads Organisation (BRO), reiterating Prime Minister Narendra Modi-led government’s commitment to keep strengthening the border infrastructure.
Vice Admiral Sanjay Sadhu takes charge as controller of warship production
New Delhi, Nov 30: Vice Admiral Sanjay Sadhu has assumed charge as the Controller of Warship Production and Acquisition (CWP&A), an official said on Sunday.
Defence Ministry warns foreclosing projects over delayed delivery under emergency procurements
New Delhi, November 28: Defence Secretary Rajesh Kumar Singh on Friday warned that if there are delays in delivery under emergency procurement, the orders would be cancelled.
Defence Ministry signs Rs 7,995-crore pact with US for 5-year sustainment support of Navy's MH-60R helicopters
New Delhi, November 28: The Ministry of Defence on Friday signed Letters of Offer and Acceptance (LOAs) with the United States Government for a five-year sustainment support package for the Indian Navy's MH-60R multi-role helicopters, valued at approximately Rs 7, 995 crore.
ICG conducts two-day coastal security exercise Sagar Kavach along Maharashtra, Goa coastline
New Delhi, November 22: The Indian Coast Guard (ICG) successfully conducted the comprehensive Coastal Security Exercise Sagar Kavach-02/25 along the Maharashtra and Goa coastline from November 19-20 demonstrating high inter-agency coordination, strong operational readiness and robust capabilities to counter maritime security contingencies, including threats posed by Anti-National Elements (ANEs) targeting critical coastal assets, as per the release.
South Korea: Defence, foreign ministries set up task forces to probe military, govt officials' martial law involvement
Seoul, Nov 21: The South Korean defence and foreign ministries on Friday set up their own task forces to investigate the involvement of military and ministry officials in former South Korean President Yoon Suk Yeol's martial law attempt in December last year.
MP: Mhow Cantonment Board issues notice to remove Al Falah Group chairman Jawad Ahmed Siddiqui's ancestral property citing unauthorised construction
Indore, November 20: The Mhow Cantonment Board in Madhya Pradesh's Indore district has issued a notice to remove the ancestral property of Jawad Ahmed Siddiqui, chairman of Al Falah group, stating that the structure is an illegal construction raised on Defence Ministry land, an official said.
Defence Secretary reviews roads, infra in Central Sector's forward locations
New Delhi, Nov 17: Defence Secretary Rajesh Kumar Singh visited forward locations in the Central Sector as part of an initiative to ensuring robust infrastructure development in strategically vital border regions, an official said on Monday.
USI hosts third Indian Military Heritage festival to promote public awareness on security, heritage
New Delhi, November 16: The United Service Institution of India (USI) hosted the Third Annual Indian Military Heritage Festival (IMHF) at its New Delhi campus on November 14-15, bringing together senior military leaders, policymakers, diplomats, scholars, authors, think-tanks, industry representatives and the public.
Uttarakhand CM Dhami meets Rajnath Singh, seeks key approvals for Dehradun, PWD projects
New Delhi, November 16: Uttarakhand Chief Minister Pushkar Singh Dhami paid a courtesy visit to Defence Minister Rajnath Singh in New Delhi, urging the continuation of key Defence and infrastructure projects in the state.
TN seeks key clearances from Centre for Hosur airport project
Chennai, Nov 16: The Tamil Nadu government has initiated the first major step in establishing an international airport at Hosur by formally submitting the site clearance application to the Ministry of Civil Aviation.
Indian Military Heritage Festival: MoS Seth calls from learning from history to strengthen military power (Lead)
New Delhi, Nov 14: Minister of State (MoS) for Defence Sanjay Seth, on Friday, inaugurated the third edition of the annual Indian Military Heritage Festival (IMHF), stressing the need to preserve history in books and learning from it to further strengthen military power.
Rajnath Singh to undertake annual performance review of defence PSUs today
New Delhi, Nov 10: Defence Minister Rajnath Singh will undertake the annual performance review of the 16 Defence Public Sector Undertakings (DPSUs) in New Delhi on Monday.
Rajnath Singh to undertake annual performance review of defence PSUs on Nov 10
New Delhi, Nov 8: Defence Minister Rajnath Singh will undertake the annual performance review of the 16 Defence Public Sector Undertakings (DPSUs) in New Delhi on November 10.
Navy Day 2025: Spectacular operational show to mark India's growing maritime power on Dec 4
New Delhi, Nov 8: The Indian Navy will celebrate Navy Day 2025 with a spectacular Operational Demonstration on December 4, 2025, at Shangumugham beach, Thiruvananthapuram.
MyGov India launches 'Veer Gatha 5.0' to honour India's bravehearts
New Delhi, Nov 8: Asserting that "Every story of valour deserves to be heard", MyGov India, the citizen engagement programme of the Union Government, on Saturday announced the launch of Project Veer Gatha 5.0, an initiative aimed at inspiring patriotism among students through stories of India's gallantry award winners.
Lt Gen Avinash Das takes over as Commandant of Army Referral Hospital in Delhi
New Delhi, Nov 2: Lieutenant General Avinash Das, with nearly four decades of experience in the Armed Forces Medical Services, has assumed charge as the Commandant of the Army Hospital Research and Referral (R&R), a Defence Ministry official said on Sunday.
South Korea to launch 5th spy satellite from US space base Sunday
Seoul, Oct 31: South Korea will launch its fifth homegrown military spy satellite from a US space base this weekend, the defence ministry said Friday, in a move expected to bolster its independent surveillance capabilities against North Korea.
India's iDEX initiative emerges as key driver for defence innovations: Report
New Delhi, Oct 30: As India seeks to establish itself as a global hub for defence innovation and manufacturing, the Ministry of Defence's flagship programme -- Innovations for Defence Excellence (iDEX) --serves as a roadmap for future growth, a report said on Thursday.
Milestone for ICG: Keel laying of 2 Fast Patrol Vessels held at Mazagon Dock
Mumbai, Oct 30: The Keel Laying of second Fast Patrol Vessel (FPV) and Plate Cutting of fifth FPV under the 14 FPV Project for the Indian Coast Guard (ICG) took place at Mazagon Dock Shipbuilders Limited (MDL) here on Thursday, an official said.
Arunachal: BRO's Project Arunank celebrates 18th Raising Day at Naharlagun
Itanagar, October 24: Project Arunank of the Border Roads Organisation (BRO) celebrated its 18th Raising Day at Naharlagun, Arunachal Pradesh, on Friday, marking 17 years of dedicated service in one of India's most challenging terrains, as per an official statement by the Ministry of Defence.
Defence Minister Rajnath Singh inaugurates Shaurya Van in Jaisalmer
Jaisalmer, October 23: Defence Minister Rajnath Singh on Thursday inaugurated Shaurya Van in Jaisalmer, following which he also visited the 1971 Indo-Pak war museum.
Rajnath Singh releases Defence Procurement Manual 2025
New Delhi, October 23: Defence Minister Rajnath Singh on Thursday released the Defence Procurement Manual (DPM) 2025 at a function in South Block, New Delhi, as per a release by the Ministry of Defence.
Rajnath Singh releases Defence Procurement Manual 2025
New Delhi, Oct 23: Defence Minister Rajnath Singh on Thursday released the Defence Procurement Manual (DPM) 2025 at a function in South Block, New Delhi.
Defence Ministry gives nod for buying military hardware worth Rs 79,000 crore
New Delhi, Oct 23: The Defence Acquisition Council, at a meeting on Thursday under the chairmanship of Defence Minister Rajnath Singh, approved various proposals of the Army, Navy and Air Force for purchasing military hardware worth a total amount of around Rs 79,000 crore.
Rs 27,770 crore deal: Indian Army to induct 4.25 lakh CQB carbines in 2026 (Lead)
New Delhi, Oct 22: The Indian Army will begin inducting the Close Quarter Battle (CQB) carbines into its ranks from 2026, following a major procurement contract.
Rajnath Singh formally confers insignia of Honorary rank of Lieutenant Colonel in Territorial Army upon Neeraj Chopra
New Delhi, October 22: Union Defence Minister Rajnath Singh formally conferred the gleaming insignia of Honorary rank of Lieutenant Colonel in the Territorial Army upon star javelin thrower and two-time Olympic medalist Neeraj Chopra during the pipping ceremony in South Block, New Delhi on Wednesday.
Rajnath Singh to lead homage to 10 Hot Springs Martyrs on Police Commemoration Day on Oct 21
New Delhi, Oct 18: Defence Minister Rajnath Singh will pay homage to the valiant police personnel who laid down their lives in the line of duty by laying a wreath at the National Police Memorial in New Delhi on October 21, marking Police Commemoration Day.
Rajnath Singh witnesses BrahMos virtual strike, flags off first batch of locally manufactured missiles
Lucknow, October 18: Defence Minister Rajnath Singh on Saturday witnessed a BrahMos virtual strike through the Indian Air Force's SU-30 fighter jet at the BrahMos aerospace production unit in Uttar Pradesh's Lucknow.
Rajnath Singh chairs committee meeting for Ministry of Defence; emphasises self-reliance
Pune, October 16: Defence Minister Rajnath Singh on Thursday chaired the meeting of the Consultative Committee for the Ministry of Defence. Meeting was held at the Armament Research and Development Establishment (ARDE), DRDO Pune.
UNTCC Chiefs Conclave showcases India's technological prowess and cultural heritage in advancing global peacekeeping
New Delhi, October 16: The United Nations Troop Contributing Countries' (UNTCC) Chiefs Conclave, hosted by the Indian Army in New Delhi from 14 to 16 October, continued on Wednesday with the Chiefs witnessing an Integrated New Age Technology Demonstration, an official statement by the Ministry of Defence stated.
Defence Ministry utilises over 50 pc of capital outlay by Sep in current fiscal
New Delhi, Oct 13: The Ministry of Defence (MoD) has utilised more than 50 per cent of capital outlay this fiscal (FY26) by the end of September and in absolute terms, the capital expenditure stands at Rs 92,211.44 crore, it was announced on Monday.
Indian Army gears up to host UN Troop Contributing Countries' Chiefs' Conclave in New Delhi
New Delhi, October 12: The Indian Army will host the United Nations Troop Contributing Countries' (UNTCC) Chiefs' Conclave in New Delhi from October 14 to 16, 2025, bringing together senior military leadership from 32 nations that play a pivotal role in UN peacekeeping operations, according to an official statement from the Ministry of Defence (MoD).
Exercise AUSTRAHIND :Indian Army contingent departs for Australia
New Delhi, October 12: An Indian Army contingent comprising 120 personnel departed on Saturday for Irwin Barracks, Perth, Australia, to participate in the fourth edition of the India-Australia joint military Exercise AUSTRAHIND 2025, scheduled to be conducted from October 13 to October 26, the Defence Ministry said in an official statement.
Defence forces followed 'Dharamyudh' principle during 'Operation Sindoor', says Army chief in Chail
Chail, Oct 11 : Chief of the Army Staff General Upendra Dwivedi on Saturday said the Indian Defence forces followed the principle of 'Dharamyudh' during 'Operation Sindoor'.