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Rajnath Singh
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- Born 10 July 1951
- Age 73
- Birth Place Bhabhaura, Uttar Pradesh India
- Profession Politician, Lecturer
- Political Party Bharatiya Janata Party
- In Office Deputy Leader Of The House, Lok Sabha 30 May 2019 - 4 June 2024, 25th Union Minister Of Home Affairs 26 May 2014 - 30 May 2019, 8th National President Of Bharatiya Janata Party 24 January 2013 - 8 July 2014, 27th Union Minister Of Agriculture 24 May 2003 - 22 May 2004, 19th Chief Minister Of Uttar Pradesh 28 October 2000 - 8 March 2002, 34th Union Minister Of Road Transport & Highways 22 November 1999 - 27 October 2000, Member Of Parliament, Rajya Sabha 26 November 2002 - 25 November 2008, 4th National President Of Bharatiya Janata Yuva Morcha 1988-1990
- Residence 17, Akbar Road, New Delhi
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rajnath singh BIOGRAPHY
Last Updated : 20 Jan 2025
Rajnath Singh, one of the key leaders of the BJP and currently the Union Defence Minister, has had a long political career spanning several decades. Rajnath Singh's political journey began in the early 1970s when he became associated with the Rashtriya Swayamsevak Sangh (RSS). His strong ideological...
rajnath singh PERSONAL LIFE
| Father | Rambadan Singh |
| Mother | Gujrati Devi |
| Spouse | Savitri Singh (1971), |
| Children | 3, including Pankaj Singh |
| Education | M.Sc. in Physics |
POSITIONS HELD BY Rajnath Singh
| Position | Tenure |
|---|---|
| Member of the Uttar Pradesh Legislative Assembly | 1977 - 1980 |
| Minister of Home Affairs | 26 May 2014 - 30 May 2019 |
| Member of the 16th Lok Sabha | 26 May 2014 - 24 May 2019 |
| Member of the 15th Lok Sabha | 2009 - 2014 |
| Member of the 17th Lok Sabha | 30 May 2019 - Present |
RAJNATH SINGH NEWS
Rajnath Singh approves new manual to streamline revenue procurement, boost self-reliance
September 15, 2025 4:24 am
Last promulgated in 2009, this manual was under revision in the Ministry in consultation with the Armed Forces and other stakeholders.
10 women, 3 armed forces and 1 sailing vessel – a historic expedition begins
September 12, 2025 7:27 am
10 women officers from the Indian Army, Navy and Air Force will cover over 26,000 nautical miles across the globe for nine months aboard the indigenously-built Indian Army Sailing Vessel (IASV) Triveni.
Less than 50 weapons fired to end conflict: IAF Vice-Chief; Rajnath says no permanent friends, enemies
August 31, 2025 12:23 am
At the same event, Defence Minister Rajnath Singh said there are no permanent friends or enemies in geopolitics and that India’s defence infrastructure should not be dependent on any uncertain foreign interference, but based on its own capabilities.
Drones key part of defence policy, India designing & making them domestically: Rajnath
August 30, 2025 11:51 pm
Uttar Pradesh is playing a leading role in defence production, says CM
Rajnath Singh hails ‘jointness and integration’ of armed forces, says it played pivotal role in Operation Sindoor
August 28, 2025 3:49 am
Defence Minister Rajnath Singh said Operation Sindoor demonstrated the effectiveness of indigenous platforms, equipment, and weapon systems.
If attacked, India knows how to give appropriate response, says Defence minister Rajnath Singh
August 26, 2025 4:55 pm
Navy's role not only limited to guarding, but also providing economic security: Rajnath Singh
Top News Headlines for School Assembly (August 25): India test integrated air defence weapon system, GST council meeting from Sept 3
August 26, 2025 12:14 pm
Here are the top school assembly news headlines for today, August 25. These updates cover National, International, Sports, and Business news to help students stay informed and confident while presenting in their school morning assembly.
Heavy rain leads to cancelled exams, closed schools and disrupted traffic across Jammu
August 24, 2025 10:15 pm
Defence Minister Rajnath Singh visits victims of Kishtwar cloudburst at Jammu hospital, cancels trip to affected village
India conducts maiden flight tests of integrated air defence system
August 24, 2025 10:22 am
The flight tests of the new air defence system came three-and-half months after Operation Sindoor.
Asim Munir likening Pakistan to dumper truck confession of failure, says Rajnath
August 23, 2025 3:19 am
Singh was speaking at the Economic Times World Leaders' Forum
RAJNATH SINGH PHOTOS
PM Modi, Rajnath Singh, other political leaders observe 9th International Yoga Day
June 21, 2023 3:40 pm
Political leaders participated in International Yoga Day celebrations on June 21.
In photos: Rajnath Singh, PM Albanese join Holi celebrations in India
March 08, 2023 10:53 pm
Military parade, bike stunts mark Bengaluru's Army Day celebration
January 16, 2023 11:19 pm
Defence Minister Rajnath Singh said the event was organised in Karnataka to pay tribute to the people of the state who laid down their lives for India’s freedom.
IAF gets first made-in-India Light Combat Helicopters
October 03, 2022 5:31 pm
The Light Combat Helicopters are capable of destroying enemy air defence and can be deployed in counter-insurgency operations and combat search-and-rescue tasks.
In Pics: Defence Minister Rajnath Singh meets Japanese counterpart in Tokyo to bolster ties
September 08, 2022 2:04 pm
PM Modi, Yogi Adityanath and Rajnath Singh pay tributes to former UP CM Kalyan Singh
August 22, 2021 6:00 pm
Kalyan Singh passed away after battling age-related ailments at a Lucknow hospital for nearly one-and-a-half months.
22nd Anniversary of Kargil war: India remembers brave soldiers on Vijay Diwas
July 26, 2021 1:56 pm
In 1999 on this day, the Indian armed forces defeated attempts by Pakistan to capture strategic heights in Kargil. It was named 'Operation Vijay' (victory).
US Defence Secy meets Rajnath, says India 'central pillar' in US approach in Indo-Pacific
March 20, 2021 6:17 pm
Austin arrived here on Friday on a three-day visit as part of his three-nation first overseas tour that signalled the Biden administration's strong commitment to its relations with its close allies and partners in the Indo-Pacific region.
Manali to Spiti in 15 mins: PM Narendra Modi inaugurates Atal Tunnel at Rohtang
October 03, 2020 1:34 pm
On a daily basis, the tunnel has the capacity to handle approximately 3,000 cars and 1,500 trucks with a maximum speed of 80 km per hour.
Rajnath Singh in Leh: Reviews Army preparedness, boosts morale of soldiers
July 17, 2020 4:46 pm
Rajnath Singh, who arrived in Leh more than a month after 20 soldiers were killed in Galwan Valley on June 15, assured the troops that their sacrifice will not go in vain.
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RAJNATH SINGH VIDEOS
Mass conversions are a matter of concern for all: Rajnath Singh
June 22, 2020 6:05 pm
At a function organised by a Christian body, on Tuesday, Union Home Minister Rajnath Singh said that mass conversions are a matter of concern and needs to be checked.
Ramnath Goenka Awards: 5 key takeaways from Rajnath Singh's speech
June 22, 2020 6:06 pm
The 13th edition of the Ramnath Goenka Excellence in Journalism Awards was held recently in New Delhi. Union Home Minister Rajnath Singh delivered the Keynote Address at the event. Here are 5 takeaways from his speech.
Rajnath Singh: How can Naxals be called Gandhians with Guns?
June 22, 2020 6:06 pm
At the Ramnath Goenka Awards 2019, Home Minister Rajnath Singh questioned the how Naxalites were being called Gandhians with guns. He asked if our security forces had no human rights.
RNG Awards 2019: Union Home Minister Rajnath Singh Delivering The Keynote Address
June 22, 2020 6:06 pm
Union Home Minister Rajnath Singh delivers the keynote address at The Ramnath Goenka Excellence in Journalism Awards after presenting awards to 29 winners in 18 categories across print, broadcast and purely-digital for outstanding work done in 2017.
After rescue comes recovery. How states are helping rebuild Kerala: News in Numbers
June 22, 2020 6:18 pm
Kerala initial estimate of the damage is about Rs 20,000 crore. The Centre has so far pledged Rs 600 crore. This is how states are pitching in. Take a look in today’s #NewsInNumbers
The amount of loss in Kerala because of floods: News in Numbers
June 22, 2020 6:18 pm
As Kerala battles its worst floods in a century, Chief Minister Pinarayi Vijayan on Saturday said that the state, with help from the centre and armed forces, is constantly trying to overcome the situation. See more: https://bit.ly/2M2t86i
40 lakh people left out of Assam NRC: News in Numbers
June 22, 2020 6:20 pm
What does it mean for 40 lakh people to be left out of the Assam NRC? Let's put the number in perspective. Take a look in today's News in Numbers.
Centre announces ceasefire in J&K with militants during Ramzan, CM Mehbooba Mufti thanks Rajnath, Modi and other stakeholders
June 22, 2020 6:25 pm
Home Minister Rajnath Singh announced a ceasefire with militants in Jammu and Kashmir during the holy month of Ramzan.
Pathankot Attack: Indian Express' Investigation
May 20, 2016 11:14 pm
