Nirmala Sitharaman: News
20 Sep 2018
IndiaSitharaman 'caught lying' on Rafale deal again, must resign: RaGa
Congress President Rahul Gandhi today accused Defense Minister Nirmala Sitharaman of "lying" on HAL's capability to build Rafale aircraft and demanded her resignation.
19 Sep 2018
Imran Khan (Pakistan PM)It was just a hug, not Rafale deal: Sidhu
Asserting that his hug to Pakistan's Army Chief has been blown out of proportion, Punjab minister Navjot Singh Sidhu targeted the BJP today saying it was just a "jhappi" (hug) and "not a Rafale deal".
18 Sep 2018
PunjabSidhu's Pakistan Army Chief hug comes back to haunt him
Ever since cricketer-turned-politician Navjot Singh Sidhu hugged Pakistan Army Chief General Bajwa, the incident has haunted him.
16 Sep 2018
Supreme Court Of IndiaNo grudge against officers approaching Supreme Court: Defense Minister
Defense Minister Nirmala Sitharaman has said she has no "grudge" against a group of Army officers who have approached the Supreme Court to present their views on cases relating to the Armed Forces Special Powers Act (AFSPA).
16 Sep 2018
IndiaIndia not lowering guard on border with China: Defense Minister
India will not lower its guard along the Line of Actual Control with China while maintaining border peace in sync with the "Wuhan" spirit, Defense Minister Nirmala Sitharaman said.
08 Sep 2018
IndiaGovernment ends rumors: Bengaluru remains host for Aero India
Putting a stop to all speculations and suspense, the Union Government announced today that Aero India, Asia's largest military aviation exhibition, will be held in Bengaluru this time as well.
06 Sep 2018
IndiaIndia, US hold first '2+2' talks: All details here
On Thursday, India and the US signed a crucial agreement on military communications that could see Washington sell more arms to New Delhi.
21 Aug 2018
Donald Trump2+2 dialogue important opportunity to enhance engagement with India: US
The US has said the upcoming "2+2 dialog" with India is an important opportunity to enhance engagement on a range of diplomatic issues and discuss how to operationalize India's status as a major defense partner.
21 Aug 2018
IndiaChina's Defense Minister arrives in India today for 4-day visit
China has said its relations with India are improving steadily in all areas, including the military sphere, as its Defense Minister Lt Gen Wei Fenghe is set to begin his four-day visit to New Delhi today, the first after the 73-day Doklam standoff last year.
12 Aug 2018
Indian ArmyIndian soldiers at Siachen to get special indigenous clothing, equipment
The army is manufacturing special clothing and equipment for its forces posted at the Siachen glacier - considered the world's most dangerous battlefield.
07 Aug 2018
Pakistan NewsKashmir: Army major, three soldiers killed in foiled infiltration bid
An Army major and three soldiers were killed while trying to foil an infiltration bid in Bandipora, North Kashmir, this morning.
28 Jul 2018
Defence MinistryNirmala Sitharaman hands over 'Made in India' engines to Army
Defense Minister Nirmala Sitharaman today, at a function, formally handed over two types of indigenously built high-power multi-fuel engines to the to Vice Chief of Army Staff Devaraj Anbu.
23 Jul 2018
Lok SabhaAfter no-confidence motion, Congress mulls privilege motion against Sitharaman, Modi
Congress is likely to move a privilege motion in the Lok Sabha against Defense Minister Nirmala Sitharaman over the Rafale deal.
22 Jul 2018
IndiaRafale deal 'smells-like-scam'; Defense Minister doing flip-flop on secrecy-clause: Rahul
Congress President Rahul Gandhi today alleged the controversial Rafale jet deal "smells like a scam" and accused Defense Minister Nirmala Sitharaman of doing a "flip-flop" on the secrecy clause.
20 Jul 2018
Narendra ModiNo-confidence motion: RaGa attacks Modi's 'jumla' in speech
Attacking the NDA regime in Lok Sabha, Congress President Rahul Gandhi today said India became a victim of 'jumla-strike' which he referred to as a 21st-century weapon.
26 Jun 2018
IndiaNikki Haley in India on maiden-visit as US-Envoy to UN
Nikki Haley is traveling to India for the first time as the US Ambassador to the UN on a two-day visit from June 26 to meet senior Indian officials, business leaders, NGO leaders, and students and underscore America's "strong alliance" with the country.
25 Jun 2018
KarnatakaKarnataka: Class-9 student found dead in school washroom, Vice-Principal booked
NP Chingappa, a Class-9 student of Sainik School, Kudige, near Kushalnagar, Kodagu district, Karnataka, was found dead in the school washroom on Saturday.
20 Jun 2018
Jammu And KashmirDefense Minister expresses her condolences to martyred jawan Aurangzeb's family
Defense Minister Nirmala Sitharaman today visited the family of the slain soldier Aurangzeb who was abducted and killed by terrorists two days ahead of Eid and described him as an inspiration for the nation.
13 Jun 2018
Narendra ModiRafale Deal: All you need to know about the controversy
In April 2015, when PM Modi had announced the purchase of 36 "ready-to-fly" Rafale jets, the nation rejoiced, but the incessant attacks by the Congress over the new deal has raised some valid concerns.
05 Jun 2018
Narendra ModiRafale deal: Sitharaman refutes scandal allegations; says allegations are politically=motivated
Defense Minister Nirmala Sitharaman today, addressing a press conference said that there was absolutely "no scandal" in the Rafale fighter jet deal with France and allegations of the wrongdoings relating to it were politically motivated.
05 Jun 2018
IndiaSitharaman warns Pakistan of retaliation in face of unprovoked attacks
On Tuesday, Defense Minister Nirmala Sitharaman said that India would continue to "honor" the ceasefire in Jammu and Kashmir, but security forces would undoubtedly retaliate against unprovoked attacks by Pakistan.
02 Jun 2018
IndiaIndia to go ahead with S-400 deal, despite US opposition
India has decided to go ahead with its purchase of S-400 air defense systems from Russia, despite opposition from the US, said defense ministry officials, on the condition of anonymity.
19 May 2018
GoaNavy's all-women crew to reach Goa after sailing around globe
Over eight months after it set sail from Goa, the all-women crew of the Indian Navy on board the naval vessel INSV Tarini will return to the state on Monday after the historic circumnavigation of the globe.
15 May 2018
Narendra Modi#KarnatakaElections: People rejected Congress's divisive, toxic, negative politics, says BJP
With BJP set for an impressive win in Karnataka Assembly polls, its leaders described the victory as an endorsement of PM Narendra Modi's development agenda and claimed that people have rejected the Congress's divisive, toxic, and negative agenda.
14 May 2018
India26/11: After hinting at Pakistan's involvement, Nawaz Sharif blames media
After facing flak from several quarters for his recent comments on the Mumbai attacks, former Pakistan PM Nawaz Sharif has backtracked, claiming media in both countries had "grossly misinterpreted" his remarks.
04 May 2018
India'Women first' is the mantra for government and BJP: Modi
PM Narendra Modi today said that India is now moving forward from women development to women-led development and "women first" was the mantra of his government and the party.
29 Apr 2018
IndiaFor the first time, India-Pakistan to participate in counter-terror exercise
In a first, arch rivals India and Pakistan will be part of a multi-nation counter-terror exercise in Russia in September, which will also be joined by China and several other countries.
24 Apr 2018
Narendra ModiSCO Defense and Foreign Ministers' meetings begin in Beijing
The meetings of Defense and Foreign Ministers of Shanghai Cooperation Organization (SCO), being attended by Defense Minister Nirmala Sitharaman and External Affairs Minister Sushma Swaraj, began in Beijing today.
21 Apr 2018
Narendra ModiNo bilateral-meetings between Indian, Pakistani Ministers at SCO in Beijing
There will be no bilateral meetings between External Affairs Minister Sushma Swaraj and Defense Minister Nirmala Sitharaman with their Pakistani counterparts at the Shanghai Cooperation Organization (SCO) ministerial meets to be held in Beijing on 24 April.
19 Apr 2018
IndiaMajor reform: India sets-up new body for improved defense planning
In a major reform in Indian defense, the government has constituted the high-powered Defence Planning Committee (DPC) under National Security Advisor Ajit Doval.
17 Apr 2018
Narendra ModiSushma Swaraj to visit China this week for SCO meeting
External Affairs Minister Sushma Swaraj will visit China later this week to participate in the Foreign Ministers meeting of the Shanghai Cooperation Organisation during which she will also hold talks with her Chinese counterpart Wang Yi.
05 Apr 2018
IndiaIndia-Russia to ink Rs. 39,000cr defense deal in October
India will reportedly finalize Rs. 39,000cr deal with Russia for the S-400 Triumf air defense missile systems in October when PM Modi and President Putin would meet in New Delhi for the India-Russia annual summit.
31 Mar 2018
Russia NewsSitharaman to attend Moscow Conference on International Security from 3-April
Defense Minister Nirmala Sitharaman will be traveling to Russia next week to attend the seventh Moscow Conference on International Security.
30 Mar 2018
Punjab National BankGovernment will bring back Nirav Modi and Mehul Choksi: Sitharaman
The government will bring back Nirav Modi and Mehul Choksi, who fled the country before the Rs. 12,650 PNB scam came to light, asserted Defense Minister Nirmala Sitharaman today.
27 Mar 2018
Indian ArmyNirmala Sitharaman: India ready for any situation in Doklam
On Sunday, Defense Minister Nirmala Sitharaman assured that the country was "alert and ready for any situation that may arise in Doklam."
26 Mar 2018
IndiaIndia ready for any unanticipated situation in Doklam: Nirmala Sitharaman
Defense Minister Nirmala Sitharaman has said India is "alert" and ready to deal with any "unforeseen situation" in Doklam.
22 Mar 2018
Ministry of FinanceGovernment repeals Rs. 10,000/month education fee cap for martyrs' children
Heeding to a demand by the armed forces, the government has removed the cap of Rs. 10,000/month imposed by it in July last year on educational assistance given to children of martyrs or those disabled in action, officials said.
21 Mar 2018
Lok Sabha163 Army personnel died in Siachen in last decade: Govt
The Army lost 163 personnel deployed at the Siachen Glacier, the world's highest battlefield, during the last ten years, said Defense Minister Nirmala Sitharaman.
19 Mar 2018
Narendra ModiChina cabinet reshuffle: Former missile commander appointed as Defense Minister
China has appointed former missile unit commander as its new Defense Minister, whose first guest of honor could be his Indian counterpart Nirmala Sitharaman.
16 Mar 2018
Tamil NaduChennai airport on high alert after bomb threat call
Officials at the Chennai International airport were put on high alert on Friday following a bomb threat call to an airline, hours before the arrival of the Vice President Venkaiah Naidu and Defense Minister Nirmala Sitharaman to the Tamil Nadu capital.
