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Rajnath Singh
Rajnath Singh (born 10 July 1951) is a senior Indian politician currently serving as the Defence Minister of India since May 2019. A prominent leader of the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP), he has also
...Read more- Major boost for India's defence exports as Rajnath Singh flags off 1st batch of Pinaka guided rockets for Armenia
The export of the multi-barrel rocket launcher, renowned for its accuracy and extended range, signaled India's emergence as a reliable supplier of cutting-edge defence technology.
- War now complex due to new dimensions, says Rajnath; flags off Pinaka rocket tranche to Armenia
On the occasion, Singh flagged off the first tranche of guided Pinaka rockets manufactured by Solar group to Armenia.
- Wars now complex due to new dimensions, says Rajnath Singh; hails private sector defence production role
The private sector is now ahead of the public sector with regards to research and development, the Union minister pointed out.
- Rajnath Singh to attend 'Pran Pratishtha Dwadashi' at Ayodhya Ram temple on Wednesday
Defence Minister Rajnath Singh will also hoist a flag at the Annapurna temple, one of the seven located in the temple complex.
- DAC clears proposals worth Rs 79,000 crore for Army, Navy and Air Force
Defence acquisition council has cleared proposals to buy radars, radios, automatic take-off landing recording systems and other equipment for its armed forces
- Vajpayee's stature went beyond positions, rooted in deeds and personality: Rajnath Singh
Usually, solemn and formal programmes mark the birth anniversaries of great personalities, but Vajpayee's birth anniversary takes on a different character because of his lively and warm nature, Singh said.
- We could have done much more if we wanted: Rajnath Singh on Operation Sindoor
The defence minister said enhanced border connectivity is transforming India’s strategic capabilities.
- Congress cites Maniben Patel's diary entries, asks Rajnath to apologise for Babri claim
Congress general secretary in charge of communications, Jairam Ramesh, claimed the defence minister was spreading falsehoods to 'improve his relationship' with PM Modi
- Rajnath Singh turns professor at LBSNAA, asks maths question to 600 IAS trainees, gets correct answer from 1
Singh called upon the young civil servants to understand their crucial role in safeguarding national interests and, like the brave soldiers, always stay ready for such critical situations, as per a release by the Ministry of Defence.
- Why Rajnath Singh's powerful remark on Sindh brings back memories of 1947 Partition
During Partition, Sindh, unlike Punjab and Bengal, was not partitioned demographically. The entire state went to Pakistan.
- Rajnath Singh rejects Pakistan’s claims on Afghan conflict: ‘We don’t interfere, but won’t spare those who provoke us’
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.
- BJP to announce new party president after Bihar assembly polls: Rajnath Singh
Speaking on the ongoing Bihar polls, Rajnath Singh expressed confidence in the ruling National Democratic Alliance (NDA) returning to power
- Spoke of H-bomb but couldn't even light a firecracker: Rajnath Singh on Rahul Gandhi's vote theft claims
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.
- Rajnath Singh says Operation Sindoor 'paused not finished': 'Pakistan begged for ceasefire'
In an exclusive interview to Network18 Group Editor-in-Chief Rahul Joshi, Singh said Pakistan begged for ceasefire.
- Rajnath Singh's big claim on Bihar election: 'Nitish Kumar will be CM, NDA to get over 160 seats'
The Union Minister asserted that Nitish Kumar will be the Chief Minister of Bihar and the election is being contested under his leadership.
- Navy's deterrent posture during Operation Sindoor forced Pakistan to remain in harbour: Rajnath Singh
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".
- Can't rely on imported technologies to safeguard national interests, says Rajnath Singh
Our youth are continuously making breakthroughs in areas like Artificial Intelligence, Cyber Security, Robotics, Quantum Communication, and Space Technology.
- Defence Minister Rajnath Singh to visit Australia on October 9-10, first since 2014
This will mark the first visit by an Indian Defence Minister to Australia since the Modi government came to power in 2014.
- 'Now every weapon bears Made-in-India inscription': Rajnath Singh lauds defence sector's 'rapid' growth
Singh said that India was earlier heavily dependent on other countries for defence equipment but the situation has changed now
- Rajnath Singh expresses concerns over Pakistan infra buildup in Sir Creek: ‘Any aggression will get resounding response’
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.
