Rajnath Singh is India’s Defence Minister and had previously served as the Chief Minister of Uttar Pradesh. He is a senior leader of the Bharatiya Janata Party and was also its National President. More
When asked about the long-standing dispute between Afghanistan and Pakistan over the Durand Line, Singh reiterated that the issue was a bilateral matter in which India would not interfere.
Speaking on the ongoing Bihar polls, Rajnath Singh expressed confidence in the ruling National Democratic Alliance (NDA) returning to power
He pointed out how the Election Commission has repeatedly said if they (opposition) have any complaints, it should be presented before the poll body and there will be a proper investigation.
In an exclusive interview to Network18 Group Editor-in-Chief Rahul Joshi, Singh said Pakistan begged for ceasefire.
The Union Minister asserted that Nitish Kumar will be the Chief Minister of Bihar and the election is being contested under his leadership.
The defence minister described the Indian Navy's presence in the Indian Ocean Region (IOR) as a matter of "comfort for the friendly nations" and "discomfort for those who seek to destabilise the region".
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This will mark the first visit by an Indian Defence Minister to Australia since the Modi government came to power in 2014.
Singh said that India was earlier heavily dependent on other countries for defence equipment but the situation has changed now
In the 1965 war, the Indian Army had demonstrated the capability to reach Lahore. Today in 2025, Pakistan should remember that one route to Karachi passes through the creek, says defence minister.
Defence Minister Rajnath Singh expressed confidence that the defence personnel will transform the challenges into opportunities with courage.
The final sortie was flown during a solemn decommissioning ceremony held in Chandigarh, marking the end of an era in Indian military aviation. Defence Minister Rajnath Singh attended the ceremony and paid tribute to the aircraft’s unmatched legacy.
Defence Minister Rajnath Singh informed, "I had said then that we would not need to attack or capture PoK; it will itself proclaim, 'Main bhi Bharat Hoon.' That day will come."
Calling the 1965 war “a true test of India’s strength,” Singh said Pakistan miscalculated by attempting to intimidate India with infiltration and guerrilla tactics.
"A strong reflection of the vision of Aatmanirbhar Bharat was seen here (Noida) today," Rajnath Singh said after inaugurating the private facility.
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Speaking at NDTV Defence Summit, Singh said that India's self-reliance in defence should not be viewed as protectionism but should be seen as a aspect related to India's sovereignty.
In an address at the 'Ran Samvad' at the Army War College, Singh said India does not want anyone's land, but it is ready to go to any extent to protect its territorial integrity.
These two warships, which can cover long distances, have advanced systems such as surface-to-surface air missiles, supersonic BrahMos missiles, torpedo launchers, combat management systems, and fire control systems,' Rajnath Singh said
He praised the swift and coordinated role of the Indian Navy in Operation Sindoor, noting that the adversary has now understood the Navy’s strength and capabilities.
Speaking at an event in Jodhpur, Rajnath Singh praised residents of border areas for standing firmly with the armed forces and administration during the operation launched to avenge the April 22 Pahalgam terror attack
The minister stressed that India’s growing economic strength has positioned it as a stabilising force in uncertain times.
He noted that while both nations attained independence at the same time, India has built a robust economy through sound policies and foresight, whereas Pakistan remains mired in stagnation due to its own failures.
The minister stressed that the government’s priority is to empower Indian private players to compete with global defence giants, noting that 'when you make in India, you make for the world.'
These groups have been set up after Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s Independence Day address where he pressed on the need for next-generation reforms and announced the setting up of a task force.