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PM Modi Urges Citizens To Contribute Blessings Towards Armed Forces
PM Narendra Modi on December 7, acknowledged the exemplary contribution of the Indian armed forces. "On Armed Forces Flag Day, I would like to acknowledge once again the exemplary contributions of our armed forces. Their perseverance and courage are outstanding," Modi tweeted and urged the people to contribute towards the welfare of the force. Besides, Defense Minister Rajnath Singh also wished the Indian Forces.
Tags: Prime Minister, Narendra Modi, Indian Army, Armed Forces Flag Day, Rajnath Singh
Courtesy: ANI
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Rajnath Singh Meets Russian Counterpart To Strengthen Defence Relations
Defence Rajnath Singh and his Russian counterpart Sergey Shoigu met in Delhi on December 6. The meeting was held to discuss military cooperation ahead of the 2+2 ministerial dialogue between India and Russia. The two countries' defence officials meet annually to discuss military technology, to strengthen military and security in cooperation, between both countries, reported ANI. Later, they are expected to renew the military… read-more
Tags: Rajnath Singh, Indian defence, Russia, Ministry Deal, Military Technology
Courtesy: ANI
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PM Tables Meet To Tackle Civilian Operated Drones Following J &K Drone Attacks
Following the drone attack at Jammu air force station, PM Modi tabled a meeting on June 29 to discuss the 2021 drone policy. The meeting witnessed a discussion to fast-track a "comprehensive policy" to tackle the issue of civilian-operated drones. The attendees, Defence Minister Rajnath Singh, NSA Ajit Doval, and many top officials further discussed "futuristic challenges" in the defense sector.
Tags: PM Modi, Rajnath Singh, Ajit Doval, Drone Attack, Jammu airport, futuristic challenges
Courtesy: The Times of India
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Defence Minister Approves Rs 499 Crore Budget For Innovations in Defence Sector
Defence Minister Rajnath Singh has authorized a budget of roughly Rs 499 crore for research and innovation in the defense sector for the next five years. The financial support will be provided to roughly 300 start-ups, micro, small, and medium companies (MSMEs), and individual innovators with the greater objective of guaranteeing defense sector's self-sufficiency. The enormous budget lines up with the government's aim to cut imports on… read-more
Tags: Rajnath Singh, Defense Ministry, Budget, Indian Military
Courtesy: The Indian Express
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DRDO Supplies 150 Jumbo Oxygen Cylinders To UP, Promises 1000 More
On the instructions of Union Defence Minister Rajnath Singh, the Defence Research and Development Organisation (DRDO) has supplied 150 jumbo liquid oxygen cylinders to Uttar Pradesh government. Reportedly, the oxygen cylinders will be used in Lucknow hospitals to treat the COVID-19 patients. The DRDO will additionally supply 1,000 more cylinders later. Notably, UP’s health infrastructure collapsed after CM Yogi Adityanath tested positive for… read-more
Tags: Defence Minister Rajnath Singh, Rajnath Singh, DRDO, Uttar Pradesh
Courtesy: NDTV
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DRDO Test Fires Missile Based On Solid Fuel Ducted Ramjet Tech
The Defence Research and Development Organization (DRDO) successfully conducted a flight demonstration based on Solid Fuel Ducted Ramjet (SFDR) technology on March 5. The missile fired off from Integrated Test Range in Odisha's Chandipur had all its subsystems, including the booster motor and nozzle-less motor. DRDO's feat of successful handling and execution of SFDR technology is expected to provide India with a thrust in technological… read-more
Tags: DRDO, Solid Duct Fuel Ramjet Technology, Odisha, Chandipur, Air-To-Air Missile, Rajnath Singh
Courtesy: Brifly News
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With 600 Craftsmen, 'Hunar Haat's 26th Edition Starts February 21
Delhi is all set to host the 26th edition of 'Hunar Haat' with Defence Minister Rajnath Singh inaugurating the event at Jawaharlal Nehru Stadium on February 21. Aimed to promote indigenous products, it will bring together over 600 artisans and craftsmen across India under the "Vocal for Local" theme. Moreover, various cultural events will also be featured by renowned artists. People can also buy the products via the '… read-more
Tags: Rajnath Singh, Hunar Haat, Jawaharlal Nehru Stadium, Delhi, Indigenous Products
Courtesy: Deccan Herald
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Defence Minister Launches 'e-Chawanni' Site For Easy Municipal Services
To boost the efficiency of municipal services, Defence Minister Rajnath Singh inaugurated an online portal 'e-Chhawani' on Februaty 15. The portal eyes to facilitate online municipal services to 62 Cantonment Boards. Currently, more than 20 lakh citizens would be benefitted. The service would enable the recipients to fetch documents like trade licences and sewage connectivity applications. The portal was launched in New Delhi, in presence of… read-more
Tags: Rajnath Singh, e-Chawanni, Bipin Rawat, General Bipin Rawat, online portal, municipal services
Courtesy: Times Now
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Govt Launches Portal To Sell Costly Items Offered By Defence Canteens
As a part of digitalisation drive, Defence Minister Rajnath Singh on January 8 launched a portal to sell the costly items offered through Canteen Stores Department. With this, the items falling under the AFD-I (Against Firm Demand) category including laptops, mobile phones, refrigerators and air conditioners would be sold online. The portal would help around 45 lakh army personnel and ex-servicemen. Singh said the initiative was in line with… read-more
Tags: Rajnath Singh, Defence Minister, CSD, Digital India, Online sale, AFD-I
Courtesy: New Indian Express
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Cabinet Approves Export Of Indigenous Akash Missile System
Defence Minister Rajnath Singh on December 30 announced that India will soon start exporting the indigenous Akash missile system. The decision was taken in the Cabinet meeting, which was chaired by PM Narendra Modi. Singh said, "Under the #AtmaNirbharBharat, India is growing in its capabilities of manufacturing a wide variety of Defence platforms and missiles." India's first indigenously designed missile system Akash is a 25-km range surface-… read-more
Tags: Defense Ministry, Missile system, Rajnath Singh, Defence
Courtesy: India Today
