Defence Current Affairs MCQs

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The Indian Air Force (IAF) is planning to acquire the ‘Ice Breaker’ missile from Israel. The Ice Breaker is a long-range, air-launched cruise missile with precision guidance and autonomous capabilities. It is developed by Rafael Advanced Defense Systems, a leading Israeli defense company. The missile can be deployed from various platforms, including jet fighters, light attack aircraft, helicopters, small ships, and ground vehicles.

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Russia launched a massive air attack on Ukraine on June 11, 2025, using over 300 drones and missiles. Around 250 of these were Shahed drones, which are Iranian-made Unmanned Combat Aerial Vehicles (UCAVs). Shahed drones are also loitering munitions made by Shahed Aviation Industries for one-way explosive attacks. Russia calls the Shahed-136 drone “Geran-2”.

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The Indian Navy and the Royal Navy of the United Kingdom conducted a Passage Exercise (PASSEX) in the North Arabian Sea on June 9 and 10, 2025. India deployed INS Tabar, a stealth frigate, along with a submarine and P-8I maritime patrol aircraft. The United Kingdom’s Carrier Strike Group included HMS Prince of Wales and frigate HMS Richmond. The naval drill involved helicopter coordination, tactical manoeuvres, anti-submarine warfare, and officer exchanges. This shows deepening defence ties and shared commitment to maritime security.

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The Achal Fast Patrol Vessel (FPV) was recently launched in Goa, marking a key milestone in India’s defence sector. It is the fifth out of eight FPVs being built by Goa Shipyard Limited (GSL) for the Indian Coast Guard (ICG). The vessel is built under dual-class certification from the American Bureau of Shipping and Indian Register of Shipping. It is designed to protect offshore assets and island territories through monitoring and surveillance.

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Recently, Israel deployed Barak Magen, also known as Lightning Shield, as a defense against Iranian drones. Barak Magen is an advanced naval air defense system developed by Israel Aerospace Industries (IAI). It is designed to counter various threats such as Unmanned Aerial Vehicles (UAVs), cruise missiles, high-trajectory projectiles, and shore-to-sea missiles. Barak Magen strengthens Israel’s layered defense architecture.

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Recently, Indian Navy commissioned INS Arnala, the first Anti-Submarine Warfare Shallow Water Craft (ASW-SWC), at the Naval Dockyard in Visakhapatnam. This marks a big step in strengthening India’s coastal defence and underwater threat response. INS Arnala is the first of sixteen ASW-SWC class ships and is designed for subsurface surveillance, search and rescue, and low-intensity maritime missions. It has over 80% indigenous content and reflects the vision of Aatmanirbhar Bharat (self-reliant India).

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Recently, India is developing the K-6 hypersonic Submarine-Launched Ballistic Missile (SLBM) to strengthen strategic deterrence and naval power. It is being developed by the Defence Research and Development Organisation’s (DRDO) Advanced Naval Systems Laboratory in Hyderabad. The K-6 will be deployed on advanced S-5 class SSBNs (nuclear-powered ballistic missile submarines) of the Indian Navy, larger than Arihant class.

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Recently, the Defence Research and Development Organisation (DRDO) developed India’s first indigenous Photonic Radar. This is a big step for both defence and civilian radar technology. It places India among global leaders in next-generation radar innovation. Photonic Radar uses light-based (photonic) technology instead of traditional electronic signals. This technology gives higher bandwidth and much better resolution. It can detect and identify even the smallest objects with great accuracy.

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Japanese Coast Guard Ship (JCGS) Itsukushima recently arrived in Chennai for the joint sea exercise Jaa Mata. Jaa Mata means “See You Later” in Japanese. It is a joint exercise between the Japan Coast Guard (JCG) and the Indian Coast Guard (ICG). The aim is to enhance operational capabilities of both forces. It also focuses on refining combat skills and strengthening interoperability. The exercise promotes effective joint maritime operations and regional cooperation. Ask ChatGPT

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Recently, the Defence Ministry called the Advanced Towed Artillery Gun System (ATAGS) project an “exemplary mission mode success”. Indigenously made ATAGS will replace vintage and smaller-calibre artillery guns in the Indian Army. ATAGS is a large-calibre gun system capable of firing future Long Range Guided Munitions (LRGM) with precision and deep strike. It has been designed and developed by Armament Research and Development Establishment (ARDE), a Pune-based lab under Defence Research and Development Organisation (DRDO).