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Why in the news? On Vijay Diwas, President, Vice-President, Prime Minister, and Raksha Mantri paid tribute to the brave soldiers of the 1971 war. The nation commemorated their sacrifice, which remains a source of inspiration and national pride. Vijay Diwas: Nation Pays Tribute to 1971 War Heroes President’s Tribute: On Vijay Diwas (16th December), President …
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? The Indian Army unveiled “Eklavya,” a cutting-edge digital platform for officers’ training, offering 96 courses to enhance learning, efficiency, and readiness in alignment with modern warfare demands. Introduction and Launch: On November 28, 2024, General Upendra Dwivedi, Chief of the Army Staff (COAS), launched “Eklavya,” an online learning platform for Indian …
Read MoreSyllabus: GS 2: India and its neighbourhood relations Bilateral , Regional and Global Agreements involving India Defence Why in the News? India is fostering defence cooperation agreements and accelerating the modernization of its defence production system amidst China’s growing military dominance and global shifts in defence supply chains. Strengthening Defence Cooperation in Asia Enhanced partnerships: …
Read MoreWhy in the news? The Indian Army successfully completed the ‘Sanyukt Vimochan 2024’ exercise in Gujarat, enhancing disaster response capabilities and fostering international cooperation in humanitarian assistance and disaster relief efforts. Overview of the Exercise: The Indian Army conducted the annual joint Humanitarian Assistance and Disaster Relief (HADR) exercise, ‘Sanyukt Vimochan 2024’, in Ahmedabad and …
Read MoreWhy in the news? The Centre reinstated AFSPA in six police station areas of Manipur’s Imphal Valley, citing escalating violence and insurgent activity after its complete withdrawal in 2022. Background and Context The Centre reinstated the Armed Forces Special Powers Act (AFSPA) in six police station areas of Manipur on November 14, citing the volatile …
Read MoreWhy in the news? The Indian Army is organising month-long events to mark the 62nd anniversary of the 1962 Battle of Walong, highlighting the bravery of Indian troops who defended against Chinese forces. Activities include adventure events, memorial inaugurations, and traditional performances. Overview of the Battle of Walong: The Battle of Walong occurred during the …
Read MoreWhy in the news? The Defence Research and Development Organisation successfully tested the 4th Generation VSHORADS, enhancing India’s air defense capabilities and showcasing indigenous technological advancements against aerial threats. About Successful Flight Tests of VSHORADS: The Defence Research and Development Organisation (DRDO) successfully conducted three flight tests of the 4th Generation Very Short Range Air …
Read MoreWhy in the News? Project Launch: The Indian Army launched the first phase of Project NAMAN, a significant initiative to support Defence Pensioners, Veterans, and their families. SPARSH Focus: Project NAMAN is built around the SPARSH (System for Pension Administration Raksha) digital pension system, streamlining pension processes for Defence Pensioners across India. Key Features and …
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