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Why in the news? The United States has introduced the Dark Eagle Anti-Missile System, a hypersonic defense technology with unmatched speed and range, designed to counter ballistic, cruise, and hypersonic missiles, ensuring national and allied security against evolving global threats. Key Features and Capabilities: The Dark Eagle Anti-Missile System, developed by the United States, is …
Read MoreWhy in the news? The inaugural Exercise CINBAX between the Indian and Cambodian Armies focuses on counter-terrorism operations, interoperability, and defense collaboration. Held in Pune, it highlights India’s indigenous weapons and strengthens bilateral military ties. Overview of CINBAX Exercise: The first edition of Exercise CINBAX, a joint planning initiative by the Indian and Cambodian Armies, …
Read MoreWhy in the news? The 13th edition of the India-Singapore joint military exercise, Agni Warrior 2024, concluded on 30th November 2024 in Maharashtra, focusing on joint firepower planning, execution, and advanced artillery coordination between the two nations. Joint Military Exercise Agni Warrior 2024: Overview The 13th edition of Exercise Agni Warrior (XAW-2024) between the Indian …
Read MoreWhy in the news? India and Italy announced a Joint Strategic Action Plan 2025-29, focusing on defence cooperation, classified information exchange, and enhanced maritime collaboration during the G-20 summit in Brazil. Key Agreements and Initiatives: India and Italy will negotiate a defence industrial roadmap to enhance bilateral military cooperation. A Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) is …
Read MoreWhy in the news? India conducted a successful test of its first long-range hypersonic missile, developed by DRDO, marking a milestone in advanced military technology with over 1,500 km range capabilities. Historic Achievement India successfully test-fired its first long-range hypersonic missile from Dr. APJ Abdul Kalam Island, Odisha, on 16th November The Defence Research and …
Read MoreWhy in the news? Taiwan’s defence minister announced the United States will decide the future of Taiwan’s decommissioned HAWK missiles, a system historically significant but outdated, affecting Taiwan’s strategic defence planning. source:indianexpress About the HAWK Missile: The HAWK (Homing All the Way Killer) MIM-23 is an all-weather, low-to-medium altitude surface-to-air missile system, developed by …
Read MoreWhy in the news? France is assessing India’s Pinaka rocket system for its military needs, considering its capabilities as part of a broader review of artillery options amid increased defence cooperation. About France’s Interest in India’s Pinaka Rocket System: France is considering India’s Pinaka multi-barrel rocket launch system (MBRL) as part of its search for …
Read MoreSyllabus: GS-2: Nuclear Technology GS – 3: Government Policies & Interventions ,Effect of Policies & Politics of Countries on India’s Interests Focus: Russia has recently intensified its nuclear posturing by revising its nuclear doctrine and conducting drills with nuclear-capable weapons. This escalation comes as tensions between Russia and NATO continue to rise over the conflict …
Read MoreWhy in the news? The first EU-Gulf summit in Brussels will address the escalating conflicts in West Asia, aiming to prevent a broader regional war and foster closer EU-GCC cooperation. Main Focus: Preventing Broader Conflict European Union (EU) and Gulf leaders meet in Brussels for their first summit. Avoiding escalation in West Asia, particularly in …
Read MoreRelevance: GS 2 – Bilateral, regional and global groupings and agreements involving India and/or affecting India’s interests Why in the news? Anniversary of October 7, 2023, Hamas attack on Israel – One year since the Hamas terrorist assault on Israel, marking a significant date in the ongoing West Asia conflict. Over 41,000 deaths from Israel’s …
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