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India, UK discuss strengthening military cooperation and advancing defence capability collaboration
London, April 17: Defence Secretary Rajesh Kumar Singh co-chaired the 24th India-UK Defence Consultative Group Meet with his UK counterpart, David Williams, in London on Wednesday. The discussions focused on strengthening military cooperation between India and the UK and advancing defence capability collaboration.
Defence Secretary calls on Italian Defence Minister to enhance bilateral defence cooperation
Rome, April 16: Defence Secretary Rajesh Kumar Singh visited Rome from April 14-15, 2025, to strengthen India-Italy defence ties. During his official visit, he called on Italy's Defence Minister Guido Crosetto, where the two leaders engaged in productive discussions aimed at advancing defence cooperation, a crucial pillar of the India-Italy strategic partnership, the Ministry of Defence reported in a press release.
BEL bags Rs 2,385 crore deal to supply electronic warfare suites for IAF choppers
New Delhi, April 7: The Ministry of Defence has signed a Rs 2,385.36 crore contract with Bharat Electronics Limited for the acquisition of Electronic Warfare (EW) Suites and aircraft modification kits as well as their installation on Mi-17 V5 helicopters, along with associated equipment, for the Indian Air Force, according to an official statement issued on Monday.
ASEAN counter-terrorism meet ends with resolve to build robust strategy
New Delhi, March 21: Evolving a robust and comprehensive strategy to tackle the ever-growing threat of terrorism and extremism, emerged as a key takeaway from the 14th meeting of the ASEAN Defence Ministers' Meeting-Plus (ADMM-Plus) Experts Working Group on Counter-Terrorism (EWG on CT), an official said on Friday.
India remains steadfast in zero-tolerance policy towards terrorism: Defence Secretary
New Delhi, March 19: Defence Secretary Rajesh Kumar Singh said on Wednesday that India has a zero tolerance policy for terrorism.
ASEAN is committed to promote 'Whole of Government and Whole of society' approach to counter radicalisation: Defence Secretary
New Delhi, March 19: Defence Secretary Rajesh Kumar Singh on Wednesday said that ASEAN is committed to promote a 'Whole of Government and Whole of society' approach to counter radicalisation and violent extremism to disrupt terror financing networks.
India to co-chair key international counter-terrorism meet for first time
New Delhi, March 16: India is set to play a pivotal role in an upcoming international counter-terrorism meeting, marking a significant milestone in its efforts to combat terrorism globally.
Aatmanirbhar Bharat: BEL inks Rs 2,906 crore deal for Ashwini radar to boost IAF
New Delhi, March 12: As part of the Government's efforts to strengthen the country's indigenous defence capabilities, the Ministry of Defence has inked a capital acquisition contract with Bharat Electronics Limited (BEL), Ghaziabad, for the procurement of Low-level Transportable Radar (LLTR) (Ashwini) at a cost of Rs 2,906 crore.
BEL gets Rs 2,906 crore IAF order for making radars in push to Aatmanirbhar drive
New Delhi, March 12: As part of the government's efforts to strengthen indigenous defence capabilities, the Ministry of Defence on Wednesday signed a Rs 2,906 crore deal with Bharat Electronics Limited (BEL) for the procurement of low-level transportable radar, LLTR (Ashwini).
IAF requirement for more multirole fighter aircraft accepted by Defence Ministry Committee: Sources
New Delhi, March 5: At a time when the Indian Air Force is seeing a fall in squadron strength, it is learnt that a high-level Defence Ministry committee has accepted the need for getting new multirole fighter aircraft for the service to enhance its fighting capabilities.
Malaysia: Defence Secretary co-chairs 13th Malaysia-India Defence Cooperation Committee
Kuala Lumpur, February 19: The 13th meeting of Malaysia-India Defence Cooperation Committee (MIDCOM) took place in Kuala Lumpur on Wednesday and was co-chaired by Defence Secretary Rajesh Kumar Singh and Secretary General of Ministry of Defence of Malaysia, Lokman Hakim Bin Ali, the Ministry of Defence noted.
Defence budget will go up by 9.5 percent to Rs 6.81 lakh crores in 2025-26: Defence Secretary Rajesh Kumar Singh
New Delhi, February 18: Defence Secretary Rajesh Kumar Singh has said that the defence budget would go up by 9.5 percent from the current Rs 6.21 lakh crores to Rs 6.81 lakh crores in 2025-26.
We will look into it with an open mind: Defence Secretary on American offer for F-35 fighter jets
New Delhi, February 17: Defence Secretary Rajesh Kumar Singh on Monday said India would be looking with an "open mind" to US President Donald Trump's offer to sell F-35 fighter jets to India.
Aero India 2025: Defence Secy meets with leading global aerospace firms
Bengaluru, February 12: Amid the ongoing Aero India 2025 in Bengaluru, Defence Secretary Rajesh Kumar Singh held discussions with delegations from leading aerospace companies such as GE Aerospace, Safran, Leonardo S.p.A., Dassault Aviation, and BAE Systems.
Defence Secretary Rajesh Kumar Singh holds key bilateral meets with global officials at Aero India 2025
Bengaluru, February 12: Defence Secretary Rajesh Kumar Singh held bilateral meetings on the sidelines of Aero India 2025 in Bengaluru with several international defence officials on Tuesday, according to a release on Wednesday.
Defence ministry inks Rs 1,561 cr contract for 47 bridge laying tanks
New Delhi, Jan 21: The Ministry of Defence (MoD) has signed a contract with Heavy Vehicles Factory, a unit of Armoured Vehicle Nigam Limited, for the procurement of 47 Tank-72 Bridge Laying Tanks (BLT) for the Indian Army at a total cost of Rs 1,560.52 crore.
Military character of RD parade to be retained, ALH not participating in flypast this year: Defence Secretary
New Delhi, January 20: Defence Secretary Rajesh Kumar Singh on Monday clarified that the indigenously designed and developed Advanced Light Helicopters (ALH) will not be participating in this year's Republic Day flypast.
Defence Secretary Rajesh Kumar Singh visits NCC Republic Day Camp
New Delhi, January 17: Defence Secretary Rajesh Kumar Singh visited the National Cadet Corps (NCC) Republic Day Camp 2025 at Delhi Cantt on Friday.
Online booking begins for R-Day parade Full Dress Rehearsal on Jan 23
New Delhi, Jan 14: Due to the unprecedented demand for tickets for Republic Day Celebrations (RDC) 2025, the Ministry of Defence (MoD) is issuing the passes to witness the Full Dress Rehearsal of the parade, which will be held at Kartavya Path on January 23, the Ministry said in a statement on Tuesday.
Defence Secretary visits Indian Navy's air base 'INS Rajali'
New Delhi, January 14: Defence Secretary Rajesh Kumar Singh visited INS Rajali, the Indian Navy's Naval Air Station, located near Arakkonam in Tamil Nadu on Monday.