Just a day after the visit of the US defense secretary to India concluded German Defence Minister Boris Pistorius is in India to deepen the two sides defence industrial cooperation. He is the first German defense minister to visit India since 2015.

German Defence Minister Boris Pistorius in New Delhi | India Latest News

US Defence Secretary Lloyd Austin left New Delhi a short while back winding up his two-day visit to India. With an eye on China, the visit was aimed to strengthen bilateral defense cooperation with India. The occasion demands a thorough analysis of deepening India-US strategic ties. Here are the details.

US Defence Secretary Lloyd Austin concludes India visit

German Defence Minister Boris Pistorius is in New Delhi. The high-level visit aims to facilitate bilateral defence cooperation and explore avenues for strategic partnership. India was one of the first countries to end the state of war with post-war Germany in 1951. It was also amongst the first countries to recognize the federal republic of Germany.

India: German Defence Minister Boris Pistorius in New Delhi, focus on bilateral defence cooperation

German Defence Min Boris Pistorius & Rajnath Singh meet: Visit agenda includes submarine deal

Defence Secretary Lloyd Austin's diplomatic visit to India is the centre of attention. The US defence secretary has arrived in India's capital city of New Delhi after taking part in the Shangri-La Summit in Singapore. Austin is currently in India for a two-day visit to discuss a variety of bilateral issues with India's defence minister, Rajnath Singh. This is the defence secretary's second visit to India; the previous one was in March 2021.

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US Defence Secretary Lloyd Austin to meet Rajnath Singh to enhance defence partnership

All eyes on - Lloyd Austin's diplomatic trip to India - he is currently on a two-day visit to India - to discuss a range of bilateral issues with India's Defence Minister Rajnath Singh. The whole world is watching his arrival in India. Watch the video to know more.

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US Defence Secretary Lloyd Austin to hold talks with Rajnath Singh today

Here we bring you a quick round-up of all the latest news and top headlines from all across the globe: All eyes on - Lloyd Austin's diplomatic trip to India - he is currently on a two-day visit to India - to discuss a range of bilateral issues with India's Defence Minister Rajnath Singh. The whole world is watching his arrival in India.

US Defense Secretary Lloyd Austin in India

Indian Defence Minister Rajnath Singh held talks with his US counterpart Lloyd Austin on enhancing India-US defence ties, regional security and other issues. Lloyd Austin arrived in New Delhi on Sunday on a two-day tour.

India's Rajnath Singh holds talks with US counterpart Lloyd Austin in New Delhi

India has kicked off another engagement outreach in the Indian Ocean region. The Indian Defence Minister Rajnath Singh and Air Chief Marshal VR Chaudhary are on a visit to two of India's key maritime neighbours - Maldives and Sri Lanka.

Indian Defence Minister Rajnath Singh in Maldives to kick off drill in Indian Ocean

Relationship between one of the largest countries in the world and one of the smallest is quite cordial. India and Maldives are neighbours sharing a maritime border. Both nations share ethnic, linguistic, religious & commercial links steeped in antiquity. Maldives is one of India's key maritime neighbours in the Indian Ocean region. India is now handing over patrol vessels and landing craft to the Maldives as gifts.

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Defence minister Rajnath Singh on Friday once again called upon Shanghai Cooperation Organisation (SCO) member states to unitedly fight terrorism and eliminate the menace in all its forms.

SCO summit 2023:  Rajnath Singh stresses on elimination of terrorism

Indian Defence Minister Rajnath Singh on Friday chaired the Shanghai Cooperation Organisation (SCO) Defence Ministers' meeting in New Delhi. Defence Ministers of China, Kazakhstan, Kyrgyzstan, Russia, Tajikistan, and Uzbekistan took part in the meeting. Pakistani Defence Minister Khawaja Asif attended the meeting virtually.

SCO Meet: Rajnath Singh chairs SCO Defence Ministers meeting in New Delhi

Indian Defence Minister Rajnath Singh on Thursday held bilateral meetings with the defence ministers of Kazakhstan, Tajikistan and China. The ministers discussed bilateral defense-related issues and other matters of mutual interest during the meeting.

SCO Meet: India holds bilateral with China, Tajikistan, Kazakhstan

Indian Defence Minister Rajnath Singh on Thursday held bilateral meetings with the defence ministers of Kazakhstan, Iran, Tajikistan and China. The ministers discussed bilateral defense-related issues and other matters of mutual interest during the meeting.

India holds bilateral with China, Tajikistan, Kazakhstan

Indian Defence Minister Rajnath Singh on Friday chaired the Shanghai Cooperation Organisation (SCO) Defence Ministers' meeting in New Delhi. Defence Ministers of China, Kazakhstan, Kyrgyzstan, Russia, Tajikistan, and Uzbekistan took part in the meeting. Pakistani Defence Minister Khawaja Asif attended the meeting virtually. The main focus of the meeting is regional security situations and development.

SCO Meet: Focus on regional security issues and regional development

Indian Defence Minister Rajnath Singh is scheduled to hold a bilateral meeting with his Chinese counterpart, Li Shangfu, on Thursday, ahead of the Shanghai Cooperation Organisation (SCO) Defence Ministers' meeting. This will be Li's first visit to Delhi since the Galwan Valley clashes in 2020.

Rajnath Singh set for bilateral meet with Chinese defence minister ahead of SCO meet

Indian Defense Minister Rajnath Singh will chair the Shanghai Cooperation Organisation (SCO) Defence Ministers Meeting on Friday (28 April) in New Delhi. Defence Ministers of China, Kazakhstan, Kyrgyzstan, Russia, Tajikistan, Uzbekistan will participate in the event. India has also invited Belarus and Iran, currently observers in SCO, to participate in the meeting. Defence Minister of Pakistan would be participating virtually.

India to host crucial SCO Defence Ministers meeting this week

Amid a strained relationship between India and China, the Indian Defence Minister Rajnath Singh and Chinese counterpart Li Shangfu will hold Bilateral meetings in Delhi on Thursday.

India-China to hold bilaterals: Focus likely on the LAC standoff

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<p>Indian Defence Minister Rajnath Singh will be in Arunachal&nbsp;Pradesh on Tuesday and&nbsp;inaugurate several infrastructure projects, both virtually and in person. In the bordering state, he will be&nbsp;inaugurating four bridges --Siyom ,&nbsp;Simar, Swamy and Moody bridges and&nbsp;Pangin Boleng road. All in all, he will be inaugurating 28 infrastructure projects in bordering states like Sikkim, Uttarakhand and union territories of Jammu &amp; Kashmir and Ladakh.&nbsp;</p>

<p>This is the first visit by a top Indian minister to the bordering state since the India-China face off on December 9. The face-off&nbsp;took place in LAC in Yangtse area of Tawang Sector when Chinese forces tried to transgress in the region. The incident led to injuries to a few personnel on both sides and was the worst ever face off since 2020 Galwan incident in Eastern Ladakh. The Galwan incident saw the worst ever loss of life at the Line of actual control between India and China in the last 45 years.</p>

<p>The projects have been completed by BRO at the cost of Rs 724.3 Cr. These include 22 Bridges and several roads. Bridges include 5 bridges in Union territory of J&amp;K --Maitra, Manna-II, Basti, Baknor, Begal, 8 in UT of Ladakh- PMH-II, III, IV, BR at KM 61,BR at KM 63, &nbsp;BR at KM 111.60, BR at KM 130, BR at KM 172, 2 Bridges in Uttarakhand-Dhauliganga, Gumrodi Nallah, 3 Bridges in Sikkim--kalep Chu, Samdong, Thangu. Roads that will be opened to the public are Srinagar-Sonmarg-Gumri road in UT of J&amp;K, Bhaironghati-Nelong in Uttarakhand.</p>

<p>India is ramping up its border infrastructure fast even as worries grow over Chinese infrastructure development in Tibet &amp; as Delhi-Beijing ties go southwards. EAM Jaishankar recently pointed out that ties with China are "not normal" and how "intense challenge" remain when it comes to the northern border.&nbsp;</p>

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Indian Defence Minister Rajnath Singh will be in Arunachal Pradesh on Tuesday and inaugurate several infrastructure projects, both virtually and in person. In the bordering state, he will be inaugurating four bridges --Siyom , Simar, Swamy and Moody bridges and Pangin Boleng road.

Indian Defence Minister Rajnath Singh will be in Arunachal Pradesh on Tuesday and inaugurate several infrastructure projects, both virtually and in person. In the bordering state, he will be inaugurating four bridges --Siyom , Simar, Swamy and Moody bridges and Pangin Boleng road. All in all, he will be inaugurating 28 infrastructure projects in bordering states like Sikkim, Uttarakhand and union territories of Jammu & Kashmir and Ladakh. This is the first visit by a top Indian minister to the bordering state since the India-China face off on December 9. The face-off took place in LAC in Yangtse area of Tawang Sector when Chinese forces tried to transgress in the region. The incident led to injuries to a few personnel on both sides and was the worst ever face off since 2020 Galwan incident in Eastern Ladakh. The Galwan incident saw the worst ever loss of life at the Line of actual control between India and China in the last 45 years. The projects have been completed by BRO at the cost of Rs 724.3 Cr. These include 22 Bridges and several roads. Bridges include 5 bridges in Union territory of J&K --Maitra, Manna-II, Basti, Baknor, Begal, 8 in UT of Ladakh- PMH-II, III, IV, BR at KM 61,BR at KM 63, BR at KM 111.60, BR at KM 130, BR at KM 172, 2 Bridges in Uttarakhand-Dhauliganga, Gumrodi Nallah, 3 Bridges in Sikkim--kalep Chu, Samdong, Thangu. Roads that will be opened to the public are Srinagar-Sonmarg-Gumri road in UT of J&K, Bhaironghati-Nelong in Uttarakhand. India is ramping up its border infrastructure fast even as worries grow over Chinese infrastructure development in Tibet & as Delhi-Beijing ties go southwards. EAM Jaishankar recently pointed out that ties with China are "not normal" and how "intense challenge" remain when it comes to the northern border.

India: Defence Minister Rajnath Singh to inaugurate infra projects in Arunachal Pradesh

"On December 9, China's PLA troops encroached upon LAC in Yangtse, Tawang sector and attempted to change status quo. This was tackled by our troops in a determined manner. Our troops bravely stopped PLA from encroaching upon our territory and forced them to go back to their post," Indian Defence Minister Rajnath Singh said in Rajya Sabha.

'PLA troops tried to change status quo in Tawang', says Rajnath Singh

<p>The Defence Minister of India, Rajnath Singh is on a visit to the Union Territory of Jammu and Kashmir. While addressing the Infantry Day function in Srinagar, Rajnath Singh said that people of Pakistan Occupied Kashmir are subjected to human rights violations and Pakistan has to pay a price for it. The defence minister said that the Indian government is committed to implementing the 1994 resolution passed in the Parliament about retrieving the part of Kashmir “under illegal occupation of Pakistan.”</p>

<p>''Our country is watching and feeling the pain of the citizens of PoK, where Pakistan is unleashing torture and harassment. Very soon there will be a rebellion in the PoK by the citizens against the atrocities. Our country is committed to implementing the resolution passed in the Parliament about retrieving Kashmir under illegal occupation of Pakistan,'' said Defence Minister Rajnath Singh.&nbsp;</p>

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<p>The defence minister was in Srinagar to celebrate the Shaurya Diwas. October 27 is observed as Infantry Day (Shaurya Diwas). The army on this day fought Pakistani invaders and pushed them back. While remembering the sacrifices Soldiers have made, he said I bow my head before all the martyrs for their sacrifice for this country.&nbsp;</p>

<p>''I bow my head before all the martyrs, who sacrificed their lives to liberate this land from the brutal attack of raiders. Pakistan showed its true colours soon after the partition of India-Pakistan took place. We had not imagined that Pakistan would stoop so low and attack Jammu and Kashmir. When Pakistani infiltrators attacked Jammu and Kashmir altogether from URI to Gurez and Tanghdhar, the main attack took place from Muzaffarabad side, but it was brigadier Rajender Singh who stopped the raiders from proceeding further towards Baramulla by blasting the bridge at URI, '' he said.&nbsp;</p>

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<p>While speaking on the full integration of Jammu and Kashmir with the removal of Article 370, the defence minister said Rama Prasad Mukherji had seen the dream of full integration of Jammu and Kashmir with the rest of the country and the dream was completed on August 05, 2019, when the Modi government integrated Jammu and Kashmir with the rest of the country completely by erasing two flags and two constitutions.</p>

<p>While taking a dig at the politicians in Kashmir Valley, he&nbsp;said that the Kashmiri people were not getting any benefits due to the self-centric Politics of leaders in the Union Territory. ''Due to the self-centric politics of some leaders here, the people of Jammu and Kashmir couldn't get all the benefits provided by the central government,'' he added.&nbsp;</p>

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The Defence Minister of India, Rajnath Singh is on a visit to the Union Territory of Jammu and Kashmir. While addressing the Infantry Day function in Srinagar, Rajnath Singh said that people of Pakistan Occupied Kashmir are subjected to human rights violations and Pakistan has to pay a price for it.

The Defence Minister of India, Rajnath Singh is on a visit to the Union Territory of Jammu and Kashmir. While addressing the Infantry Day function in Srinagar, Rajnath Singh said that people of Pakistan Occupied Kashmir are subjected to human rights violations and Pakistan has to pay a price for it. The defence minister said that the Indian government is committed to implementing the 1994 resolution passed in the Parliament about retrieving the part of Kashmir “under illegal occupation of Pakistan.” ''Our country is watching and feeling the pain of the citizens of PoK, where Pakistan is unleashing torture and harassment. Very soon there will be a rebellion in the PoK by the citizens against the atrocities. Our country is committed to implementing the resolution passed in the Parliament about retrieving Kashmir under illegal occupation of Pakistan,'' said Defence Minister Rajnath Singh. Also read | One foreign terrorist killed during infiltration bid near LoC in North Kashmir The defence minister was in Srinagar to celebrate the Shaurya Diwas. October 27 is observed as Infantry Day (Shaurya Diwas). The army on this day fought Pakistani invaders and pushed them back. While remembering the sacrifices Soldiers have made, he said I bow my head before all the martyrs for their sacrifice for this country. ''I bow my head before all the martyrs, who sacrificed their lives to liberate this land from the brutal attack of raiders. Pakistan showed its true colours soon after the partition of India-Pakistan took place. We had not imagined that Pakistan would stoop so low and attack Jammu and Kashmir. When Pakistani infiltrators attacked Jammu and Kashmir altogether from URI to Gurez and Tanghdhar, the main attack took place from Muzaffarabad side, but it was brigadier Rajender Singh who stopped the raiders from proceeding further towards Baramulla by blasting the bridge at URI, '' he said. Also read | Mehbooba Mufti takes a dig at the centre while congratulating Rishi Sunak, BJP hits back While speaking on the full integration of Jammu and Kashmir with the removal of Article 370, the defence minister said Rama Prasad Mukherji had seen the dream of full integration of Jammu and Kashmir with the rest of the country and the dream was completed on August 05, 2019, when the Modi government integrated Jammu and Kashmir with the rest of the country completely by erasing two flags and two constitutions. While taking a dig at the politicians in Kashmir Valley, he said that the Kashmiri people were not getting any benefits due to the self-centric Politics of leaders in the Union Territory. ''Due to the self-centric politics of some leaders here, the people of Jammu and Kashmir couldn't get all the benefits provided by the central government,'' he added. WATCH WION LIVE HERE

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<p>Amid the ongoing Ukraine war, Russia has been consistently claiming that Kyiv is planning to use a "dirty bomb", which is a conventional explosive device laced with toxic nuclear material.</p>

<p>Moscow had also dialled the U.S., United Kingdom, Turkey, and France to convey its fears about the usage of such weapons, which has the potential to escalate tensions in the region.&nbsp;</p>

<p>Now, in the latest attempt, Russia held telephonic conversations with India and China. Russia's Defence Minister Sergei Shoigu on Wednesday reiterated "dirty bomb" claims in a video call with his Indian counterpart Rajnath Singh and Chinese counterpart Wei Fenghe respectively.&nbsp;</p>

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<p>The ministry said in a statement: "The situation in Ukraine was discussed. Army General Sergei Shoigu conveyed to his Chinese counterpart concerns about possible provocations by Ukraine with the use of a 'dirty bomb'."&nbsp;</p>

<p>In a separate phone call with the Indian defence minister, he talked about the same issue. Meanwhile, Singh told Shoigu that the Ukraine conflict should be resolved through dialogue and diplomacy. The Indian minister added that the nuclear option should not be resorted to by any side.&nbsp;</p>

<p>In a statement, the Indian ministry said: "Singh reiterated India's position on the need to pursue the path of dialogue and diplomacy for an early resolution of the conflict."</p>

<p>"He pointed out that the nuclear option should not be resorted to by any side as the prospect of the usage of nuclear or radiological weapons goes against the basic tenets of humanity," the statement added.&nbsp;</p>

<p>The ministry added that the Indian defence minister also discussed bilateral defence cooperation between India and Russia and mentioned the deteriorating situation in Ukraine.&nbsp;</p>

<p><strong>WATCH | War in Ukraine: Stoltenberg says dirty bomb allegations are false&nbsp;</strong></p>

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<p>Russia has blamed Ukraine of plotting to use a "dirty bomb", but Kyiv dismissed the allegations. Kremlin spokesman Dmitry Peskov told reporters that Russia has information showing the "existing threat" of Ukraine using a "dirty bomb".&nbsp;</p>

<p>"We will vigorously continue bringing our point of view to the world community to encourage them to take active steps to prevent such irresponsible behaviour," Peskov said, adding that Ukraine is "preparing for such a terrorist act of sabotage".&nbsp;</p>

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Amid the ongoing Ukraine war, Russia has been consistently claiming that Kyiv is planning to use a "dirty bomb", which is a conventional explosive device laced with toxic nuclear material.

Amid the ongoing Ukraine war, Russia has been consistently claiming that Kyiv is planning to use a "dirty bomb", which is a conventional explosive device laced with toxic nuclear material. Moscow had also dialled the U.S., United Kingdom, Turkey, and France to convey its fears about the usage of such weapons, which has the potential to escalate tensions in the region. Now, in the latest attempt, Russia held telephonic conversations with India and China. Russia's Defence Minister Sergei Shoigu on Wednesday reiterated "dirty bomb" claims in a video call with his Indian counterpart Rajnath Singh and Chinese counterpart Wei Fenghe respectively. ALSO READ | Russia-Ukraine war: Putin oversees training of nuclear deterrence forces The ministry said in a statement: "The situation in Ukraine was discussed. Army General Sergei Shoigu conveyed to his Chinese counterpart concerns about possible provocations by Ukraine with the use of a 'dirty bomb'." In a separate phone call with the Indian defence minister, he talked about the same issue. Meanwhile, Singh told Shoigu that the Ukraine conflict should be resolved through dialogue and diplomacy. The Indian minister added that the nuclear option should not be resorted to by any side. In a statement, the Indian ministry said: "Singh reiterated India's position on the need to pursue the path of dialogue and diplomacy for an early resolution of the conflict." "He pointed out that the nuclear option should not be resorted to by any side as the prospect of the usage of nuclear or radiological weapons goes against the basic tenets of humanity," the statement added. The ministry added that the Indian defence minister also discussed bilateral defence cooperation between India and Russia and mentioned the deteriorating situation in Ukraine. WATCH | War in Ukraine: Stoltenberg says dirty bomb allegations are false × ALSO READ | Russia notifies US of the annual nuclear exercise it has started Russia has blamed Ukraine of plotting to use a "dirty bomb", but Kyiv dismissed the allegations. Kremlin spokesman Dmitry Peskov told reporters that Russia has information showing the "existing threat" of Ukraine using a "dirty bomb". "We will vigorously continue bringing our point of view to the world community to encourage them to take active steps to prevent such irresponsible behaviour," Peskov said, adding that Ukraine is "preparing for such a terrorist act of sabotage". WATCH WION LIVE HERE You can now write for wionews.com and be a part of the community. Share your stories and opinions with us here.

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<p>Rajnath Singh, the defence minister, attended the induction of the first batch of Light Combat Helicopters (LCH) named "Prachand" into the Indian Air Force. The ceremony was also attended by Anil Chauhan, the newly appointed Chief of Defence Staff (CDS), along with the defence minister of Rajasthan.</p>

<p>During the event, Singh said that LCH will improve India's capability, boost defence output, and help demonstrate India's commitment to self-reliance in the defence industry. The introduction of LCH created domestically will boost IAF's effectiveness.</p>

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<p>The CCS has approved the purchase of 15 light LHCs for a price of Rs 3,887 crore (approx $30 billion).&nbsp;The government has prioritised indigenisation in defence manufacturing. The IAF will receive 10 of the 15 limited production helicopters, while the army will receive five. As per officials, it can land and take off from a height of 5,000 metres, carrying fuel and weapons.&nbsp;</p>

<p>Singh further added, "for a long time, there was a need for attack helicopters and during the 1999 Kargil war, its need was felt seriously. The LCH is a result of research and development for two decades and its induction into IAF is an important milestone in defence production," ANI reported.</p>

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<p>Rajnath Singh praised the Indian Air Force and noted that it had contributed significantly to the impact, whether there were internal or external threats.&nbsp;Made in India, LHC precisely satisfies the requirements of the Indian armed forces and airforces in a variety of terrains, he said.</p>

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<p>Mentioning the Russia-Ukraine conflict, Rajnath said that the war between the two countries showed large weapons, which clearly showed that large weapon systems and platforms are unable to move quickly across the battlefield and become easy targets for the enemy. Singh said that national defence services are the government's first priority. Additionally, the defence minister, in full confidence, said that whenever anyone talks about superpowers, including military strength, India will be first.&nbsp;</p>

<p>The choppers were extensively tested in Ladakh and the desert region for military forces. In the past two or three years, the IAF has added a number of helicopters to its fleet, including the Chinooks, Apache attack helicopters, and now LCHs.</p>

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Rajnath Singh, the defence minister, attended the induction of the first batch of Light Combat Helicopters (LCH) named "Prachand" into the Indian Air Force. The ceremony was also attended by Anil Chauhan, the newly appointed Chief of Defence Staff (CDS), along with the defence minister of Rajasthan.

Rajnath Singh, the defence minister, attended the induction of the first batch of Light Combat Helicopters (LCH) named "Prachand" into the Indian Air Force. The ceremony was also attended by Anil Chauhan, the newly appointed Chief of Defence Staff (CDS), along with the defence minister of Rajasthan. During the event, Singh said that LCH will improve India's capability, boost defence output, and help demonstrate India's commitment to self-reliance in the defence industry. The introduction of LCH created domestically will boost IAF's effectiveness. Speaking at the Induction Ceremony of Light Combat Helicopters (LCH) in Jodhpur. https://t.co/7lQ6yYpNAG — Rajnath Singh (@rajnathsingh) October 3, 2022 × Also read | Watch: PM Modi launches 5G services in India, automotive sector to be biggest beneficiary The CCS has approved the purchase of 15 light LHCs for a price of Rs 3,887 crore (approx $30 billion). The government has prioritised indigenisation in defence manufacturing. The IAF will receive 10 of the 15 limited production helicopters, while the army will receive five. As per officials, it can land and take off from a height of 5,000 metres, carrying fuel and weapons. Singh further added, "for a long time, there was a need for attack helicopters and during the 1999 Kargil war, its need was felt seriously. The LCH is a result of research and development for two decades and its induction into IAF is an important milestone in defence production," ANI reported. नाम है ‘प्रचंड’ pic.twitter.com/dCa3WGvw9A — Rajnath Singh (@rajnathsingh) October 3, 2022 × Rajnath Singh praised the Indian Air Force and noted that it had contributed significantly to the impact, whether there were internal or external threats. Made in India, LHC precisely satisfies the requirements of the Indian armed forces and airforces in a variety of terrains, he said. Also read | India's IT is infotech, Pakistan's IT is international terrorism, quips Jaishankar Mentioning the Russia-Ukraine conflict, Rajnath said that the war between the two countries showed large weapons, which clearly showed that large weapon systems and platforms are unable to move quickly across the battlefield and become easy targets for the enemy. Singh said that national defence services are the government's first priority. Additionally, the defence minister, in full confidence, said that whenever anyone talks about superpowers, including military strength, India will be first. The choppers were extensively tested in Ladakh and the desert region for military forces. In the past two or three years, the IAF has added a number of helicopters to its fleet, including the Chinooks, Apache attack helicopters, and now LCHs. (With inputs from agencies) WATCH WION LIVE HERE

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India's defence minister Rajnath Singh is on a three-day visit to Egypt. The trip is expected to boost military ties since Egypt is reportedly showing interest in India's Tejas fighter jet. Priyanka Sharma tells you more.

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Indian Defence Minister Rajnath Singh met his Japanese counterpart Yasukazu Hamada on the first day of his official visit to Japan and the two leaders reviewed various aspects of bilateral defence cooperation and regional affairs.

WION Dispatch: India, Japan agree to hold military drills and defence co-operation

Indian Defence Minister Rajnath Singh attends the SCO Defence Ministers’ meeting in Tashkent, Uzbekistan. During this, Mr. Singh held bilateral meetings with the Uzbekistan’s Defence Minister Lieutenant General Bakhodir Kurbanov. He also met with the Defence Ministers of member countries of SCO.

WION Dispatch: Indian defence minister Rajnath Singh attends SCO meet in Tashkent

Indian government unveiled a new recruiting scheme for its three defence services called Agnipath; the scheme was approved by council of ministers and aims at recruiting the young.

Indian govt unveils new recruiting scheme for its defence services, both men and women are eligible

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German Defence Minister Boris Pistorius in New Delhi | India Latest News

US Defence Secretary Lloyd Austin concludes India visit

India: German Defence Minister Boris Pistorius in New Delhi, focus on bilateral defence cooperation

German Defence Min Boris Pistorius & Rajnath Singh meet: Visit agenda includes submarine deal

Rajnath Singh to host US, German leaders to for defence deals

Rajnath Singh & Lloyd Austin meeting: US-India defence cooperation in focus | World DNA

US Defence Secretary Lloyd Austin to meet Rajnath Singh to enhance defence partnership

India's Defence Min Rajnath Singh to host US' Lloyd Austin, Germany's Boris Pistorius | World DNA

US Defence Secretary Lloyd Austin to hold talks with Rajnath Singh today

US Defense Secretary Lloyd Austin in India

India's Rajnath Singh holds talks with US counterpart Lloyd Austin in New Delhi

Indian Defence Minister Rajnath Singh in Maldives to kick off drill in Indian Ocean

Why is India handing over patrol vessels and landing craft to the Maldives as gifts?

Why is India handing over patrol vessels and landing craft to the Maldives as gifts?

SCO summit 2023: Rajnath Singh stresses on elimination of terrorism

SCO Meet: Rajnath Singh chairs SCO Defence Ministers meeting in New Delhi

SCO Meet: India holds bilateral with China, Tajikistan, Kazakhstan

India holds bilateral with China, Tajikistan, Kazakhstan

SCO Meet: Focus on regional security issues and regional development

Rajnath Singh set for bilateral meet with Chinese defence minister ahead of SCO meet

India to host crucial SCO Defence Ministers meeting this week

India-China to hold bilaterals: Focus likely on the LAC standoff

India & China hold bilaterals: Both countries' Defence Ministers to meet in Delhi | WION Fineprint

India: Defence Minister Rajnath Singh to inaugurate infra projects in Arunachal Pradesh