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Indian Navy to Commission Indigenous Vessel Ikshak Why in the News ? The Indian Navy will commission the indigenous survey vessel Ikshak at Naval Base Kochi on December 6, 2025. The vessel, built by Garden Reach Shipbuilders & Engineers (GRSE), highlights India’s progress toward self-reliance and advanced naval capability. This development aligns with various regulatory …
Read MoreIndia Participates in Multinational Exercise Ocean Sky 2025 Why in the News? The Indian Air Force (IAF) is participating in Exercise Ocean Sky 2025, a multinational air combat exercise hosted by the Spanish Air Force at Gando Air Base. The exercise aims to enhance interoperability, strengthen defence cooperation, and improve air combat skills among global …
Read MoreIndian Navy Commissions ASW Ship ‘Androth’ in Visakhapatnam Why in the News ? The Indian Navy is set to commission INS Androth, the second Anti-Submarine Warfare Shallow Water Craft (ASW-SWC), in Visakhapatnam today. Built by GRSE, Kolkata, this commissioning strengthens India’s indigenous defence capability and boosts naval preparedness against threats in littoral waters. The event …
Read MoreIndian Navy Commissions INS Aravali For Enhanced Security and Surveillance Why in the News ? The Indian Navy is commissioning INS Aravali, a new base in Gurugram, to enhance the country’s information and communication infrastructure. It will play a pivotal role in improving Maritime Domain Awareness (MDA) and strengthening India’s maritime security framework, especially in …
Read MoreHow India’s FTAs May Impact Farm Trade and Tiger Conservation Why in the News? India is negotiating Free Trade Agreements (FTAs) with the US, UK, and EU, which may lead to tariff cuts and increased market access for foreign agricultural products, potentially reshaping India’s agricultural export-import dynamics and trade surplus. This could have implications for …
Read MoreSC Panel Recommends Reforms in Tiger Reserves Why in the News? A Supreme Court-appointed expert panel, also known as the Central Empowered Committee, has recommended a ban on night tourism, stricter safari regulations, and armed protection for forest staff to safeguard India’s tiger reserves. These recommendations come in the wake of environmental violations in the …
Read MoreCentre Drafts New Law for Property Registration Why in the News ? The Ministry of Rural Development has released the draft Registration Bill, 2025, inviting public feedback. The Bill aims to replace the 117-year-old Registration Act, 1908, by promoting digital registration, transparency, and ease for citizens and businesses. Need for a New Registration Law: The …
Read MoreSikkim Seeks Ban on Mt Khangchendzonga Ascent Why in the News ? Sikkim Chief Minister Prem Singh Tamang has written to Home Minister Amit Shah, objecting to the recent ascent of Mt Khangchendzonga from the Nepal side by a mountaineering team. He urged the Centre to diplomatically ensure the sacred peak is respected and not …
Read MoreChabahar Port Expansion and Rail Link Progress Why in the News ? India and Iran are accelerating efforts to expand Chabahar Port and connect it to Iran’s railway network by mid-2026. This move aims to enhance regional connectivity under the International North-South Transport Corridor (INSTC) and boost access to Central Asia and Eurasia. Infrastructure Expansion …
Read MoreDugongs in Danger: Protecting India’s Sea Cows Why in the News ? May 28 is observed as World Dugong Day to raise awareness about the vulnerable dugong population in India. Despite their importance in maintaining marine ecosystems, only around 200 dugongs remain in Indian waters due to habitat loss and human activities, leading to significant …
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