India-Vietnam Hold 3rd Security Dialogue

India and Vietnam recently held the 3rd  Security Dialogue in Hanoi to strengthen their partnership and focus on global and regional security issues. Pavan Kapoor represented India as Deputy National Security Adviser and Lt. Gen. Pham The Tung represented Vietnam ..

Month: Current Affairs - December, 2024

Category: Defence Current Affairs

China Bans Gallium, Germanium, and Antimony Exports to the US

China has recently intensified its export restrictions to the United States, which follows new U.S. regulations targeting the Chinese chip industry. The trade tensions between the two nations are escalating. Recent Export Bans On December 3, China banned exports of ..

Month: Current Affairs - December, 2024

Category: Defence Current Affairs

India-UK 2+2 Foreign and Defence Dialogue

India and the UK recently convened the second 2+2 Foreign and Defence Dialogue in New Delhi, aimed to enhance their Comprehensive Strategic Partnership. High-level officials from both nations participated in the discussions. Key Participants India was represented by Piyush Srivastava ..

Month: Current Affairs - December, 2024

Category: Defence Current Affairs

Defence Acquisition Council Approves Major Military Purchases

The Defence Acquisition Council has recently approved military equipment purchases totaling over 21,772 crore rupees. These approvals were made under the leadership of Defence Minister Rajnath Singh in New Delhi. Water Jet Fast Attack Crafts The council has sanctioned the ..

Month: Current Affairs - December, 2024

Category: Defence Current Affairs

US Approves Helicopter Sale to India

On December 2, 2024, the Biden administration informed Congress about military sale to India, valued at approximately $1.17 billion. It aims to enhance India’s defence capabilities and the focus is on improving anti-submarine warfare. Details of the Sale India will ..

Month: Current Affairs - December, 2024

Category: Defence Current Affairs

Indian Navy Day Observed on December 4

Indian Navy Day is celebrated on December 4 each year, which honors the Indian Navy’s dedication to protecting the nation’s maritime borders. The day commemorates Operation Trident from the 1971 India-Pakistan war, which showcased India’s naval strength with attack on ..

Month: Current Affairs - December, 2024

Category: Defence Current Affairs

Russia’s RS-28 Sarmat Missile Overview

Russia is advancing its military capabilities with the RS-28 Sarmat intercontinental ballistic missile, known as “Satan 2,” is element of Russia’s nuclear strategy. Despite facing challenges and some unsuccessful tests, its deployment is imminent. Missile Specifications The Sarmat missile measures ..

Month: Current Affairs - December, 2024

Category: Defence Current Affairs

4th India-Malaysia Joint Military Exercise: HARIMAU SHAKTI-2024

The 4th India-Malaysia Joint Military Exercise, HARIMAU SHAKTI, has begun at Bentong Camp in Malaysia’s Pahang district and will continue until December 15, 2024. Participants India is represented by 78 personnel from the MAHAR Regiment. Malaysia has 123 personnel from ..

Month: Current Affairs - December, 2024

Category: Defence Current Affairs

CINBAX-2024

CINBAX is the first joint exercise between the Indian Army and the Cambodian Army, commenced on December 1, 2024, and will conclude on December 8, 2024. The exercise takes place at the Foreign Training Node in Pune. Each army has ..

Month: Current Affairs - December, 2024

Category: Defence Current Affairs

Indian Army Launches ‘Eklavya’ Online Learning Platform

The Indian Army has introduced an online learning platform named Eklavya, which coincides with the “Decade of Transformation” and the Year of Technology Absorption in 2024. General Upendra Dwivedi, the Chief of the Army Staff, inaugurated the platform. Development and ..

Month: Current Affairs - December, 2024

Category: Defence Current Affairs