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Defence Ministry inks Rs 6,900 crore contracts for 155mm/52 Calibre Advanced Towed Artillery Gun Systems
New Delhi, March 26: The Ministry of Defence (MoD) has signed contracts with Bharat Forge Limited and Tata Advanced System Limited for the procurement of 155mm/52 Calibre Advanced Towed Artillery Gun Systems (ATAGS) and High Mobility Vehicle 6x6 Gun Towing Vehicles respectively at a total cost of about Rs 6,900 crore, Ministry of Defence said in a press release.
Israel proposes two-phase hostage release plan to Hamas: Egyptian sources
Cairo, March 23: Israel has proposed a two-phase plan to the Hamas movement, through Egyptian mediators, for the release of hostages held in Gaza, Egyptian sources told media.
Assam: Defence Ministry sanctions Rs 100 crore for new Sainik School in Karbi Anglong
Guwahati, March 19: The Defence Ministry has sanctioned Rs 100 crore for construction of a new Sainik School in Karbi Anglong district of Assam. The new Sainik School will be constructed at Langvoku in Karbi Anglong district.
Rajnath Singh releases 1st edition of MoD's bi-annual Hindi magazine 'Sashakt Bharat'
New Delhi, February 27: Defence Minister Rajnath Singh released the first edition of the Ministry of Defence's bi-annual Hindi magazine 'Sashakt Bharat' at South Block, New Delhi on February 27, 2025.
Defence Minister Rajnath Singh Confers 32 gallantry, distinguished service & meritorious service medals
New Delhi, February 25: Defence Minister Rajnath Singh conferred gallantry, distinguished service, and meritorious service medals to the personnel of the Indian Coast Guard (ICG) during the 18th ICG Investiture Ceremony held at Bharat Mandapam in New Delhi on February 25.
Defence ministry signs Rs 697 crore contracts with ACE, JCB India for 1,868 Rough Terrain Fork Lift Trucks
New Delhi, February 20: The defence ministry has signed contracts with ACE Limited and JCB India Limited for the procurement of 1,868 Rough Terrain Fork Lift Truck (RTFLT) for the Indian armed forces.
False allegations: Rajnath Singh refutes Rahul Gandhi's remarks on Army Chief over China
New Delhi, February 4: Defence Minister Rajnath Singh on Tuesday rebutted the Lok Sabha LoP Rahul Gandhi's remarks on China and said that the Army Chief's remarks referred only to the disturbance of traditional patrolling by both sides and the Army Chief never spoke the words attributed by Gandhi at any time.
Bengaluru airport announces flight disruptions ahead of Aero India 2025 show
Bengaluru, February 4: With the 15th edition of Aero India scheduled to be held in Bengaluru from February 10 to 14, Kempegowda International Airport has announced temporary flight disruptions between February 5 and 14 due to airspace restrictions.
Union Budget: Over Rs 6.81 lakh crore allocated for MoD, defence pension increased by 14 pc
New Delhi, Feb 1: The Union government allocated over Rs 6.81 lakh crore to the Ministry of Defence (MoD) on Saturday and further increased the defence pension by 14 per cent.
Over Rs 6.81 lakh crore allocated in Union Budget 2025-26 for MoD, an increase of 9.53% from current Financial Year
New Delhi, February 1: In pursuance of Prime Minister Narendra Modi-led Government's vision of 'Viksit Bharat @2047' with technologically advanced and 'Aatmanirbhar' Armed Forces, the Union Budget of India has made a provision of Rs 6,81,210.27 crore for Financial Year (FY) 2025-26 for the Ministry of Defence (MoD).
Rajnath Singh felicitates Super-100 winners of Veer Gatha 4.0 with 66 girls among top achievers
New Delhi, January 25: Defence Minister Rajnath Singh and Minister of Education Dharmendra Pradhan felicitated the Super-100 winners of Veer Gatha 4.0 in New Delhi on Saturday.
All of you will make India proud: Rajnath Singh praises Project Veer Gatha national-level winners
New Delhi, January 25: Defence Minister Rajnath Singh on Saturday praised the national-level winners of the fourth edition of Project Veer Gatha, calling them the future of the country.
Defence Ministry invites MDL for negotiating India's biggest ever deal on January 27
New Delhi, January 23: Public sector shipyard Mazagaon Dockyards Limited (MDL) on Thursday said it has been invited by the Defence Ministry from January 27 for negotiating the over Rs 70,000 crore Project-75 India deal under which six suvtines have to be built.
Girls enrollment in Sainik Schools will create strong base for women in Armed Forces, says Rajnath Singh in Kerala
Alappuzha, January 22: Defence Minister Rajnath Singh on Wednesday said that to create a strong base for women in large numbers to join the Armed Forces, the government has cleared the way for admission of girls in Sainik Schools.
450 students sign up for R-Day school band competition
New Delhi, Jan 21: Over 450 children will take part in the grand finale of the National School Band Competition 2024-25, organised as part of Republic Day Celebrations 2025, at the Major Dhyan Chand National Stadium here on January 24 and 25.
NCC cadets are national assets: Rajnath Singh
New Delhi, Jan 20: Defence Minister Rajnath Singh on Monday described NCC cadets as national assets and exhorted them to strive hard to realise Prime Minister Narendra Modi's vision of Viksit Bharat by 2047.
Rajnath Singh highlights civilians' vital role in Navy's strength
New Delhi, January 18: Defence Minister Rajnath Singh has praised the critical role that civilian workers play in strengthening the Navy's infrastructure, innovation, and operational success.
'Cyber security, maritime security important for safeguarding India's interests': Defence Minister Rajnath Singh
New Delhi, January 17: Defence Minister Rajnath Singh, addressed a gathering during the commemoration of the Year of Naval Civilians, emphasizing the importance of maritime security and cyber security in safeguarding India's interests.
Rajnath Singh holds telecall with UK Defence Secretary, discusses ongoing cooperation, future initiatives
New Delhi, January 16: Defence Minister Rajnath Singh on Thursday held a telephonic conversation with the UK Secretary of State for Defence, John Healey, discussing the issues on the ongoing defence cooperation between both nations and further emphasising the need to maintain the momentum in the bilateral relations.
Rajnath Singh discusses defence ties with UK counterpart
New Delhi, Jan 16: Defence cooperation and bilateral issues figured prominently in Defence Minister Rajnath Singh's telephonic conversation with the UK Secretary of State for Defence John Healey on Thursday.
Excellent initiative: Ex-servicemen laud Armed Forces Veterans Day programme at Akhnoor
Jammu, Jan 14: Retired servicemen expressed their appreciation for the Armed Forces Veterans Day programme held at the Tanda Artillery Brigade in Akhnoor on Tuesday.