Dehradun: Defence minister Rajnath Singh on Saturday said the nature of conflict had changed sharply and nations could now be weakened not only through conventional war but also through economic, cyber, space and information warfare, reports Kautilya Singh.Virtually addressing the Raising Day celebrations and Diamond Jubilee of Sainik School, Ghorakhal, he said, “Present-day warfare transcends borders, with national security encompassing economic, digital, energy and food security.” Watch World on edge! Rajnath Singh warns of global fallout from Iran war He said the changing nature of threats required not only a strong military but also alert and prepared citizens. Singh said every citizen had to remain vigilant and ready at all times. Israel Iran WarUS-Israel-Iran War News Live Updates: Israel pounds Tehran as Iranians mark Nowruz; UAE, Kuwait defences respond to missile barrageOver 20 nations issue joint statement condemning Iran’s de facto closure of Hormuz StraitMissiles Fired Toward Diego Garcia: Iran tests long-range weapons; US rushes Marines and warshipsHe stressed the need for a robust military backed by people capable of standing shoulder to shoulder to defend the country under any circumstances.Singh said govt was leaving no stone unturned to equip the armed forces with advanced weapons and technologies and added that citizens, especially the youth, needed to build mental toughness and intellectual clarity through discipline and determination. He said these qualities would help the country respond to any challenge.Calling admission of girls to Sainik Schools a historic decision, Singh said, “These girls will become the torchbearers of Nari Shakti.”End of ArticleFollow Us On Social MediaVideos”Claims Are Baseless” Says Former Envoy Sanjay Verma On Trudeau’s AllegationsRahul Gandhi Warns Of Inflation Wave Amid Rupee Fall, Slams Modi Govt Over StrategyVillage Playgrounds To Mega Stadiums: Yogi Adityanath Outlines UP Sports VisionIndia Weighs Return To Iranian Crude As US Grants Short Waiver During Oil Supply DisruptionTamil Nadu Elections 2026: Chidambaram Targets AIADMK-BJP Alliance, EPS’s Delhi Visits Trigger RowINS Taragiri To Commission by April 2026, Fourth Project 17A Stealth Frigate to Join In 11 MonthsHandmade Rumani Semiya & Sheer Kurma | Ramzan Tradition from ChennaiHAL Reports Tejas Mk-1A, Prachand, Dhruv Orders Worth ₹2.22 Lakh Crore To Parliamentary CommitteePM Modi Discusses West Asia Crisis, Secure Shipping Routes With Iran PresidentWorld on edge! Rajnath Singh warns of global fallout from Iran war123PhotostoriesCute first and middle names for your baby girlHigh-protein breakfast: 8 vegetarian parathas that offer 20 g protein per serving5 essential soil nutrients to help your balcony plants live longerFamily history of type 2 diabetes? What you should start tracking now to prevent or delay the diseaseTaarak Mehta Ka Ooltah Chashmah: From Dilip Joshi, Munmun Dutta to Disha Vakani; a look at the Educational Qualifications of the Cast7 traditional Indian drinks that are reasonably good source of protein6 mistakes people make while kneading atta and why the rotis don’t turn out right8 things that make you a typical Delhiite8 ways to rewire your brain and enter a higher dimensionWhy your body twitches, tingles, or has mini spasms: Hidden causes and proven ways to calm your nervous system123Hot PicksIran newsGautam SinghaniaStrait of HormuzGold rate todayIncome Tax CalculatorPublic holidays March 2026Bank Holidays MarchTop TrendingIga SwiatekAir India Boeing 77760% free seat ruleQatar LNG ExportsMojtaba KhameneiJames GraceySpring EquinoxDiesel price hike8th Pay CommissionPremium Petrol Price Hike
Dehradun: Defence minister Rajnath Singh on Saturday said the nature of conflict had changed sharply and nations could now be weakened not only through conventional war but also through economic, cyber, space and information warfare, reports Kautilya Singh.Virtually addressing the Raising Day celebrations and Diamond Jubilee of Sainik School, Ghorakhal, he said, “Present-day warfare transcends borders, with national security encompassing economic, digital, energy and food security.”
He said the changing nature of threats required not only a strong military but also alert and prepared citizens. Singh said every citizen had to remain vigilant and ready at all times. He stressed the need for a robust military backed by people capable of standing shoulder to shoulder to defend the country under any circumstances.Singh said govt was leaving no stone unturned to equip the armed forces with advanced weapons and technologies and added that citizens, especially the youth, needed to build mental toughness and intellectual clarity through discipline and determination. He said these qualities would help the country respond to any challenge.Calling admission of girls to Sainik Schools a historic decision, Singh said, “These girls will become the torchbearers of Nari Shakti.”
