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Defence forces must maintain highest level of operational readiness to counter emerging threats effectively: Rajnath

Published 07 Nov 2026, 17:15 IST

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On Nov 7, Defence Minister Rajnath Singh urged India’s armed forces to keep the highest level of operational readiness, emphasizing stronger domain awareness, cyber resilience, information integrity and indigenous defence technology to counter emerging security challenges such as cyber‑attacks, drone warfare and misinformation. Speaking from a strategic eastern airbase near the China frontier, including Bagdogra, he also highlighted the need for deeper local engagement and trust with surrounding communities to counter hybrid threats.

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left · 1 outlet

Singh highlighted cyber-attacks, drone warfare and misinformation as emerging security challenges and stressed the importance of indigenous defence technology

— The Federal
center · 7 outlets

New Delhi, Nov 7: Defence Minister Rajnath Singh has called upon the Defence Forces to maintain the highest level of operational readiness, with special focus on strengthening domain awareness, cyber resilience and information integrity to effectively counter emerging security threats. Interacting…

— Greater Kashmir
right · 2 outlets

New Delhi, Nov 7 (PTI) India's armed forces must maintain the highest level of operational readiness to effectively counter any threats to national security, Defence Minister Rajnath Singh said on Saturday, delivering his message from a key airbase near the frontier with China in the Eastern sector…

— The Pioneer

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New Delhi, Nov 7: Defence Minister Rajnath Singh has called upon the Defence Forces to maintain the highest level of operational readiness, with special focus on strengthening domain awareness, cyber resilience and information integrity to effectively counter emerging security threats. Interacting…

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Greater Kashmir Center GK Communications Pvt. Ltd. Current article 07 Nov 2026, 17:15 IST

Defence forces must maintain highest level of operational readiness to counter emerging threats effectively: Rajnath

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The Pioneer Center-Right The Pioneer 07 Nov 2026, 16:45 IST

From strategic Eastern airbase, Rajnath calls for highest military preparedness

New Delhi, Nov 7 (PTI) India's armed forces must maintain the highest level of operational readiness to effectively counter any threats to national security, Defence Minister Rajnath Singh said on Saturday, delivering his message from a key airbase near the frontier with China in the Eastern sector…

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The Tribune Center The Tribune Trust 07 Nov 2026, 16:06 IST

Rajnath Singh calls upon Defence forces to ensure highest level of operational readiness

Defence Minister Rajnath Singh on Saturday called upon the Indian Defence Forces to maintain the highest level of operational readiness, placing a sharp focus on strengthening domain awareness, cyber resilience, and information integrity to effectively counter non-conventional security threats…

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The Assam Tribune Center Assam Tribune Group 07 Nov 2026, 15:40 IST

At Bagdogra, Rajnath flags hybrid threats, urges forces to stay battle-ready

The Defence Minister asks air warriors to deepen local engagement and strengthen trust between defence forces and surrounding communities

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DT Next Center Daily Thanthi Group 07 Nov 2026, 15:32 IST

From strategic Eastern airbase, Rajnath calls for highest military preparedness

NEW DELHI: India's armed forces must maintain the highest level of operational readiness to effectively counter any threats to national security, Defence Minister Rajnath Singh said on Saturday, delivering his message from a key airbase near the frontier with China in the Eastern sector. Addressing…

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The Federal Center-Left New Generation Media Corporation Pvt. Ltd. 07 Nov 2026, 15:29 IST

Rajnath Singh asks armed forces to maintain highest operational readiness

Singh highlighted cyber-attacks, drone warfare and misinformation as emerging security challenges and stressed the importance of indigenous defence technology

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Deccan Chronicle Center Deccan Chronicle Holdings 07 Nov 2026, 15:27 IST

Win Locals’ Trust, Foil Enemy Plots in Border Areas: Rajnath Singh to Troops

Addressing soldiers in Bagdogra, Singh said their behaviour, discipline and restraint were important in maintaining public trust in the armed forces.

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Hindustan Times Center HT Media 07 Nov 2026, 15:22 IST

From strategic Eastern airbase, Rajnath calls for highest military preparedness

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The Times of India Center Bennett, Coleman & Co. 07 Nov 2026, 14:55 IST

'More you connect with locals, weaker enemy’s plots become': Rajnath Singh's message to troops in WB's Bagdogra

Defence minister Rajnath Singh addressed soldiers in Bagdogra, urging them to connect with local residents for security. He highlighted that strong connections could weaken enemy plots in sensitive border regions. Singh emphasized the significance of discipline and courage for every soldier in the…

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TFI Post Right TFI Post 07 Nov 2026, 14:02 IST

Rajnath Singh tells forces to stay at peak readiness against cyber and information threats at Bagdogra air base

The defence minister, Rajnath Singh, on Saturday called on the armed forces to maintain the highest level of operational readiness, with a focus on domain awareness, cyber resilience and information integrity to counter emerging threats. Singh was speaking to Indian Air Force (IAF) personnel at Air…

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