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West Bengal Clears Land For India-Bangladesh Border Fencing Project Why in the News ? The West Bengal Cabinet has approved the transfer of land to the Border Security Force (BSF) for completing the India–Bangladesh border fencing project. The decision removes a major bottleneck in strengthening border security, surveillance, and cross-border crime prevention. West Bengal’s Decision …
Read MoreINDIA’S FOREIGN POLICY MUST LOOK SEAWARD Why in the News? The recent conflict in West Asia has exposed the vulnerability of Indian seafarers working aboard commercial vessels operating in conflict zones. Since February 28, at least 14 Indians have been killed in attacks linked to the West Asia conflict, including eight Indian seafarers. On July …
Read MoreKudankulam Cyber Breach Highlights Critical Infrastructure Security Challenges Why in the News ? A reported cybersecurity breach involving data related to the Kudankulam Nuclear Power Plant (KKNPP) has raised concerns about the protection of India’s critical infrastructure amid growing strategic competition in the Indo-Pacific strategy region. Although NPCIL confirmed that no reactor or nuclear safety …
Read MoreKudankulam Data Leak Raises Critical Cybersecurity Concerns Why in the News ? A reported cyber breach involving a contractor’s server has exposed thousands of engineering-related files linked to the Kudankulam Nuclear Power Plant (KKNPP). While NPCIL has clarified that no nuclear safety systems were compromised, the incident has renewed concerns over cybersecurity of critical infrastructure …
Read MoreARMED FORCES SEEK HIGHER RETENTION OF AGNIVEERS AFTER FOUR-YEAR TENURE Why in the News? Retention Proposal: The Indian Armed Forces are considering increasing the retention of Agniveers beyond the existing 25% after completion of their four-year service under the Agnipath Scheme. Operational Need: The proposal is driven by the requirement for a larger pool of …
Read MoreIndia’s Big Artillery Push: Army Plans More K9 Vajra Guns The Indian Army is planning to buy over 300 additional K9 Vajra-T self-propelled artillery guns at an estimated cost of around ₹23,000 crore. This proposal is expected to be placed before the Defence Procurement Board and is considered an important step in India’s artillery modernisation. …
Read MoreGREAT NICOBAR TASK: PURSUING NATIONAL SECURITY WITH ECOLOGICAL RESPONSIBILITY Why in the news? The Government of India is advancing the ₹72,000+ crore Great Nicobar Island Development Project, including a transshipment port, airport, power plant, and township. The project is located near the Malacca Strait and Six Degree Channel, critical global maritime chokepoints, enhancing India’s Indo-Pacific …
Read MoreDRDO Successfully Tests High-Calibre Bomb at TBRL Facility in Haryana The Defence Research and Development Organisation (DRDO) has successfully tested a high-calibre bomb at the Terminal Ballistics Research Laboratory (TBRL) facility in Ramgarh, Panchkula district of Haryana. The test was conducted under strict safety protocols and security arrangements. Senior officials of the Indian Air Force …
Read MoreBreaking Silos for Stronger Energy Security Governance Syllabus: GS-1: Mineral & Energy Resources GS-2: Government Policies & Interventions GS-3:Economic and Social Development, Infrastructure Why in the News ? The Prime Minister’s recent call for energy austerity has revived debate on India’s energy governance framework. Rising geopolitical risks, disruptions in the Strait of Hormuz, damaged Gulf …
Read MoreCambodia Enforces Mandatory Military Service Amid Border Tensions Why in the News ? Cambodia’s new conscription law has officially come into force amid rising border tensions with Thailand. The law mandates compulsory military service for young men and introduces strict penalties for draft evasion during peacetime and wartime situations, implemented without post facto legal challenges. …
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