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Defence minister Nirmala Sitharaman during a press conference in Mumbai. (Photo: PTI )

Sitharaman launches vessel, asks defence PSUs to expand market

Many overseas clients have shown an interest in buying from India, says Sitharaman.

21 Feb 2019 1:09 PM IST

Defence minister Nirmala Sitharaman during a press conference in Mumbai. (Photo: PTI )

Defence minister invites investors in aero space and other

Sitharaman made a strong pitch for 'Make in India' and referred to a slew of initiatives taken by the government.

20 Feb 2019 10:51 AM IST

Defence minister Nirmala Sitharaman

India, Sweden ink security protection agreement

The agreement was signed on Wednesday during Defence Minister Nirmala Sitharaman's visit to the Nordic country.

15 Feb 2019 10:55 AM IST

The police sources said that a para commando of the Army was injured in the initial firing of the militants. (Representational Image)

Centre approves 1st batch of mega reforms in Indian Army: Report

Reforms in Army are being implemented to make 1.3 mn-strong force leaner and meaner, and to enhance its combat...

8 March 2019 9:42 AM IST

Recently, the US warned its allies against using Huawei technology. (Photo: ANI)

UK police will not probe sacked defence minister over Huawei leak

The opposition Labour Party had called for a criminal investigation into the leak.

5 May 2019 10:43 AM IST

Home minister Rajnath Singh

Funding won't come in way of defence preparedness: Rajnath Singh

Rajnath Singh said in absolute terms, the defence budget has increased in the last few years.

24 Jun 2019 9:10 PM IST

Singhs predecessors, Nirmala Sitharam and Manohar Parrikar, also visited the glacier to understand the challenges Indian soldiers face. (Photo :Rajnath Singh | Twitter)

As new Defence Minister, Rajnath to visit Siachen today with Army...

Army chief General Bipin Rawat will accompany Singh who was on Saturday briefed by top officials on the functioning of...

3 Jun 2019 9:12 AM IST

Home minister Rajnath Singh

Siachen to be Rajnath Singh's first visit as Defence Minister

Rajnath will review the security situation along the borders with Pakistan.

2 Jun 2019 12:32 PM IST

Singh held a held a meeting with Army chief Gen Bipin Rawat, Chief of Air Staff Air Chief Marshal B S Dhanoa and newly-appointed Navy chief Karambir Singh at the headquarters of the defence ministry at the Raisina Hills during which he was apprised about the security scenario, officials said. (Photo: ANI)

After taking charge as Defence Minister, Rajnath holds high-level meet

Earlier in the day, Singh visited the national war memorial and paid tributes to the fallen heroes.

1 Jun 2019 5:04 PM IST

Defence Minister Rajnath Singh said on Sunday, adding that dialogue will only be held if the neighboring nation stops supporting terror. (Photo: ANI)

Rajnath to modernise IAF, says 'Develop comprehensive capabilities...

Singh also voiced Centre's desire to encourage private industry investment in the defense sector.

20 Aug 2019 3:34 PM IST

Defence Minister Rajnath Singh said on Sunday, adding that dialogue will only be held if the neighboring nation stops supporting terror. (Photo: ANI)

Talks with Pak only if it stops patronising terrorism: Rajnath Singh

Singh said, the BJP was committed to its election manifesto and it was fulfilling all that was promised.

18 Aug 2019 2:29 PM IST

The Defence Minister will also decide on the proposed procurement of two electronic warfare systems for deployment along the Pakistan and China borders. (Photo: ANI)

Defence Ministry to decide on buying two BrahMos missile coastal...

The meeting is scheduled to be held on Thursday in which the Defence Minister is going to take a call on several...

7 Aug 2019 8:57 PM IST