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Defence Minister Rajnath Singh congratulated DRDO scientists and all stakeholders involved in the project, calling the successful test a major boost to India’s defence preparedness and self-reliance in advanced weapon systems.

Directed by Sriram Raghavan, 'Ikkis', initially scheduled for December 25, will now release on January 1, 2026.

According to Russian state media, 10 intergovernmental documents and more than 15 agreements and memorandums between commercial and non-commercial entities of both countries are being prepared for signing.

Speaking in the Sindh Assembly, Sardar Ali Shah cited ancient civilisational links while ironically conceding that Sindh finds mention in the Rig Veda — a foundational Hindu scripture.

Defence Minister Rajnath Singh cites Lal Krishna Advani on Sindh’s civilisational link to India and highlights the Citizenship Amendment Act to protect persecuted minorities.

Defence Minister Rajnath Singh said that the era of “katta” (locally-made pistols) and “laltane” (lanterns) is over in Bihar, and the state is now ready to produce “missiles and cannons.”

Addressing a rally in East Champaran in support of NDA candidate from Kesaria constituency, JD(U)'s Shalini Mishra, the Defence Minister referred to the Mukhyamantri Mahila Rojgar Yojana (MMRY), announced by Chief Minister Nitish Kumar just before the announcement of the Bihar polls.

Defence Minister Rajnath Singh reaffirmed India’s commitment to stronger ASEAN ties, emphasising maritime security, women’s participation in UN peacekeeping, Indo-Pacific stability, economic cooperation, and establishing a defence think tank forum for strategic collaboration.

These back-to-back meetings show that despite trade tensions, including Trump’s tariff hike on India over Russian oil, the US-India partnership remains strong. The Indo-Pacific power balance has shifted, and China is watching closely.

Rajnath Singh said the government is committed to improving infrastructure and developing border areas. 

In a proud moment for Indian sports, javelin ace Neeraj Chopra was conferred the honorary rank of Lieutenant Colonel by Defence Minister Rajnath Singh

Defence Minister Rajnath Singh paid homage to the martyrs on Police Commemoration Day at the National Police Memorial and hailed the personnel for protecting society's integrity.

Defence Minister Rajnath Singh, accompanied by Uttar Pradesh CM Yogi Adityanath, witnessed a virtual strike of the BrahMos missile from the Indian Air Force’s SU-30 fighter jet at the BrahMos Aerospace production unit in Lucknow, Uttar Pradesh.

India has secured the third spot in the 2025 Global Air Power Rankings released by the World Directory of Modern Military Aircraft (WDMMA). 

Rajnath Singh said India now manufactures 65 per cent of its defence equipment, targeting full self-reliance and major export growth by 2029.

India has proposed selling its Akash missile system to Brazil. On 16 October 2025, Defence Minister Rajnath Singh met Brazilian Vice President Geraldo Alckmin in New Delhi.

Defence Minister Rajnath Singh said Operation Sindoor showcased India’s self-reliance, with the Army using made-in-India weapons. Speaking in Pune, he noted defence production rose from ₹46,000 crore to ₹1.5 lakh crore in a decade, stressing the role of skill development in nation-building. Scroll down to read more. 

Defence Minister Rajnath Singh, who is on an official visit to Australia, visited the historic and strategic naval facility HMAS Kuttabul in Sydney.

Rajnath Singh said India has repeatedly tried to resolve the border dispute through dialogue, but Pakistan's unclear intentions and recent military build-up near the area are concerning. 

Defence Minister Rajnath Singh highlighted the need to create an innovative ecosystem to boost research and development in the country, which can enhance the defence sector in the face of changing warfare.