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#एकपेड़माँकेनाम अभियान का मूल दर्शन मातृ पृथ्वी और माँ के पोषण के बीच के गहरे संबंध को दर्शाता है।

एक पौधा, दोनों के प्रति सम्मान का प्रतीक बनता है।
#NowForClimate
#Plant4Mother

[Ministry of Defence, Government of India @SpokespersonMoD]

#एकपेड़माँकेनाम अभियान, माँ के प्रति सम्मान और प्रकृति के प्रति जिम्मेदारी को एक साथ जोड़ता है।

एक भावनात्मक पहल, जो जन आंदोलन बन चुकी है।

#NowForClimate
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[Ministry of Defence, Government of India @SpokespersonMoD]

एक पेड़ माँ के नाम!

एक पौधे से शुरू हुई पहल, आज करोड़ों लोगों की भागीदारी वाला जन आंदोलन बन चुकी है।

#एकपेड़माँकेनाम माँ के सम्मान को प्रकृति के संरक्षण से जोड़ते हुए हर नागरिक को हरियाली की इस यात्रा का सहभागी बना रहा है।

#NowForClimate

[Ministry of Defence, Government of India @SpokespersonMoD]

Joint Secretary Shri Amitabh Prasad and Zimbabwe’s Permanent Secretary Mr Aaron Daniel Tonde Nhepera co-chaired the inaugural India–Zimbabwe Joint Defence Committee meeting in New Delhi. Discussions focused on strengthening defence cooperation through training, maintenance support, military exercises, peacekeeping and joint manufacturing. 🇮🇳🤝🇿🇼

Read here: https://t.co/k9SC6LTdwI

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[Ministry of Defence, Government of India @SpokespersonMoD]

Four IAS Officer Trainees (2024 Batch), attached to the Ministry of Defence under the Assistant Secretary Programme 2026, called on Raksha Mantri Shri @rajnathsingh in New Delhi on June 04, 2026. He highlighted their vital role in advancing #AtmanirbharBharat and achieving the vision of #ViksitBharat2047, while commending their enthusiasm and dedication.

[Ministry of Defence, Government of India @SpokespersonMoD]

Raksha Mantri Shri @rajnathsingh has approved enhancement of financial powers for Field Commanders, a two-fold increase in procurement ceilings, doubling powers for indigenisation and R&D and other measures. The decisions will strengthen operational readiness, accelerate capability development, and further boost #AatmanirbharBharat in defence.

Read here: https://t.co/tCmSsafzpi

[Ministry of Defence, Government of India @SpokespersonMoD]

DRDO and the IAF successfully conducted flight-tests of the indigenously developed #RudraMII Air-to-Surface Missile under extreme release conditions. The missile accurately engaged its predefined target, validating the performance of all critical subsystems. A major boost to India’s precision strike capability and #AatmanirbharBharat in advanced defence technologies. 🇮🇳

Read here: https://t.co/CgFuZnJ1a4

[Ministry of Defence, Government of India @SpokespersonMoD]

The India–Oman CEPA enables structured mobility pathways for professionals and service providers, including longer stays for key categories such as professionals, independent practitioners, and business visitors.

These provisions, along with facilitation for workforce movement across 6,000+ joint ventures, strengthen cross-border business engagement and deepen India–Oman economic cooperation.
#IndiaOmanCEPA

[Ministry of Defence, Government of India @SpokespersonMoD]

The India–Oman CEPA strengthens this partnership by improving market access and supporting long-term growth in agricultural trade. India is Oman’s second-largest agricultural supplier, with exports spanning rice, fruits, meat, eggs, biscuits and condiments. 

The agreement creates new opportunities for Indian farmers, exporters and food processors while deepening supply chain linkages between the two countries.

#IndiaOmanCEPA

[Ministry of Defence, Government of India @SpokespersonMoD]

The India–Oman CEPA provides immediate duty-free access for Indian marine products, creating new opportunities in a market with significant untapped potential.
Improved competitiveness for seafood exports such as shrimp and cuttlefish is expected to support export growth, value addition and employment in India’s coastal economy. #IndiaOmanCEPA

[Ministry of Defence, Government of India @SpokespersonMoD]

The India–Oman CEPA enhances market access for Indian pharmaceutical products by enabling zero-duty treatment, quicker regulatory approvals, and more streamlined procedures.
Measures such as fast-track authorisations, mutual recognition of GMP standards, and simplified compliance norms are expected to strengthen pharmaceutical trade and deepen healthcare cooperation.
#IndiaOmanCEPA

[Ministry of Defence, Government of India @SpokespersonMoD]

With the India–Oman CEPA entering into force today, a stronger framework is now in place to support the next phase of economic engagement between the two countries. The Agreement will help unlock new avenues for trade, investment and business collaboration, while building on the longstanding partnership between India and Oman.

As businesses across sectors prepare to leverage the opportunities created by the CEPA, the Agreement is expected to drive greater economic activity, strengthen regional connectivity and contribute to a more resilient and future-ready trade relationship.

#IndiaOmanCEPA

[Ministry of Defence, Government of India @SpokespersonMoD]

India-Oman CEPA enters into force today, marking a significant milestone in the economic partnership between the two countries.

The agreement will strengthen India's access to the GCC and wider Middle East markets, reinforce centuries-old India-Oman ties, and build on growing bilateral trade which reached USD 11.18 billion in FY 2025-26.

With over 6 lakh Indians in Oman and strong trade complementarities, the CEPA is set to boost exports, competitiveness and long-term economic cooperation.

#IndiaOmanCEPA

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#DeshKaBRO #ProjectUdayakRaisingDay
#ConnectingFrontiers #BorderInfrastructure #ArunachalPradesh

Celebrating 37 years of unwavering service to the Nation, Project Udayak@BRO proudly marks its 37th Raising Day.
From strengthening strategic connectivity along the LAC and Indo–Myanmar border to delivering critical infrastructure across the challenging terrains of Eastern Arunachal Pradesh and Assam, Project Udayak continues to stand as a symbol of dedication, resilience and engineering excellence.
DGBR conveys heartfelt compliments and best wishes to all ranks, veterans and families of the Project whose tireless efforts continue to bolster India's border infrastructure, operational preparedness and national security.
37 Years of Service. 37 Years of Excellence. One Mission — Nation First.
Jai Hind!🇮🇳
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[Ministry of Defence, Government of India @SpokespersonMoD]

Vice Admiral Vineet McCarty, AVSM assumed charge as the 20th Commander-in-Chief of Andaman & Nicobar Command at Sri Vijaya Puram on 01 June 2026.

A Gunnery & Missile specialist with over 36 years of distinguished service, the Flag Officer brings extensive operational, training, staff and tri-service experience. He reaffirmed his commitment to enhancing operational preparedness, strengthening jointness among the Services, and advancing ANC’s role in safeguarding India’s maritime interests and ensuring security in the Indo-Pacific.

Read here: https://t.co/F5jMziQJWj

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Raksha Mantri Shri Rajnath Singh and Australian Deputy Prime Minister & Minister for Defence Mr Richard Marles co-chaired the 2nd India–Australia Defence Ministers’ Dialogue at the Manekshaw Centre, New Delhi, today. The leaders reviewed the progress of bilateral defence cooperation and discussed new opportunities to further advance the India–Australia Comprehensive Strategic Partnership. Earlier, Mr Marles was accorded a Ceremonial Tri-Service Guard of Honour upon his arrival.

Both sides reaffirmed their commitment to strengthening defence collaboration, enhancing strategic trust, and contributing to peace, stability, and security across the Indo-Pacific region.

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[Ministry of Defence, Government of India @SpokespersonMoD]

Maj Gen Rachel Thomas assumed the appointment of Additional Director General, Military Nursing Service on June 01, 2026. An alumna of the Armed Forces Medical College, she was commissioned into the Military Nursing Service on June 01, 1988 and brings nearly four decades of distinguished clinical and administrative experience across the Armed Forces Medical Services.

She succeeds Maj Gen Lissamma PV, who superannuated on May 31, 2026 after four decades of dedicated service to the nation.

Read here: https://t.co/aokaI98t2s

[Ministry of Defence, Government of India @SpokespersonMoD]

Raksha Mantri Shri @rajnathsingh and Australian Deputy Prime Minister & Defence Minister Mr @RichardMarlesMP co-chaired the 2nd #IndiaAustralia Defence Ministers’ Dialogue in New Delhi on June 01, 2026. The Ministers reviewed progress in bilateral defence cooperation, advanced efforts to strengthen the defence & security partnership, and reaffirmed their shared commitment to a free, open, stable and prosperous Indo-Pacific.

Read here: https://t.co/8nLttLKz2p

[Ministry of Defence, Government of India @SpokespersonMoD]

Raksha Mantri Shri @rajnathsingh welcomed Australian Deputy Prime Minister & Minister for Defence Mr @RichardMarlesMP in New Delhi ahead of the 2nd India-Australia Defence Ministers’ Dialogue on June 01, 2026.

Earlier, Mr Marles inspected the Ceremonial Tri-Service Guard of Honour. The dialogue will review ongoing defence cooperation and explore new avenues to further strengthen the India-Australia Comprehensive Strategic Partnership.

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