DefenseNews: US defense secretary discusses upgrading India ties to counter China
NEW DELHI — U.S. Defense Secretary Lloyd Austin on Monday discussed upgrading partnership with India, a major arms buyer, and set a road map for cooperation for the next five years as both countries grapple with China’s economic rise and increased belligerence, officials said. Austin’s visit comes as India strengthens its domestic defense industry by acquiring new technologies and reducing reliance on imports, particularly from Russia, its largest supplier of military hardware despite the ongoing war in Ukraine. Indian Defense Minister Rajnath…
Australian Defence Minister Arrives In India To Boost Security Ties
New Delhi: Australian Defence Minister Richard Marles arrived in India on Monday to hold a bilateral meeting with his Indian counterpart Rajnath Singh to strengthen defence and security cooperation between both the countries. "Arrived in India - a top-tier partner + close friend to Australia . I look forward to advancing our ongoing defence engagement as Comprehensive Strategic Partners and reiterate our commitment for closer cooperation in the #IndoPacific," Marles tweeted. His visit marks the first high-level visit from Australia …
India, Israel to deepen military cooperation amid border row
Defence minister Rajnath Singh on Friday spoke with his Israeli counterpart Lieutenant General Benjamin Gantz over telephone with strengthening bilateral defence ties being the focus of the conversation, at a time India is making emergency military purchases from several countries including Israel to bolster the military’s capabilities amid border tensions with China in eastern Ladakh. “Both ministers expressed satisfaction at the progress of strategic cooperation between the two countries and discussed possibilities of further strengthen…
IAF's rapid deployment of assets in eastern Ladakh sent signal to adversary: Rajnath Singh
In an address to the top commanders of the IAF on the opening day of a three-day conference, the defence minister said the nation's resolve to defend its sovereignty stands firm and that the people of the country have full confidence in the capability of its armed forces. Defence Minister Rajnath Singh on Wednesday complimented the Indian Air Force for its rapid deployment of assets at forward locations in response to the border row with China in eastern Ladakh, saying its Balakot strike and the current combat readiness have sent a st…
Indian Army: Army to get more mine ploughs for T-90 tanks! BEML bags the deal
New Delhi:- The deal has been signed with the approval of the defence minister Rajnath Singh in an effort to give a push to the `Make in India’ efforts in the defence sector at an approximate cost of Rs 557 crore and will have around 50 per cent indigenous content. Under the `Buy and Make’ (Indian), category, the Acquisition Wing, Ministry of Defence has inked a contract with Bharat Earth Movers Limited (BEML) for procuring 1,512 Mine Ploughs which will be fitted on the T-90 Tanks. The deal has been signed with the approval of the defence…
Rajnath Singh: ‘Talks on to solve border dispute, can’t guarantee anything’
The tension between India and China has been going on for months, but flared up after 20 army soldiers were killed in a violent face-off between Indian and Chinese troops on June 15. Defence minister Rajnath Singh, who arrived in Ladakh on Friday morning, said that talks are underway to resolve the border dispute with China in Ladakh, but stopped short of giving any guarantees on the resolution. However, Singh underlined that not an inch of our land can be taken by any power in the world. India and China have held many talks over the p…
Rajnath lauds BSF role in securing borders
Lauding the role of the BSF in securing India's borders bravely and in a selfless manner, Home Minister Rajnath Singh Monday called upon the forcce to play an active role in curtailing cattle smuggling across the Bangladesh border. Addressing the 49th BSF Day celebrations here, the minister said Border Security Force jawans have given a befitting reply whenever Pakistan violated the ceasefire. "When Pakistan recently violated the ceasefire, the BSF dealt with it with utmost restraint, but when provoked with frequent ceasefire…
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