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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 ..

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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 ..

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India Tests K-4 Missile from INS Arighaat

The Indian Navy conducted a successful test of the K-4 ballistic missile, which took place in the Bay of Bengal and involved the new nuclear-powered submarine, INS Arighaat. The missile has a range of 3,500 km, which enhances India’s nuclear ..

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59th All India Conference of Directors General/Inspector Generals of Police

Prime Minister Narendra Modi recently addressed the 59th All India Conference of Directors General/Inspector Generals of Police in Bhubaneswar, which took place on November 30 and December 1, 2024. The Prime Minister emphasized the need for a modernized and strategic ..

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Exercise AgniWarrior 2024

The India-Singapore military exercise, AgniWarrior 2024, is set for November 28 to November 30. It will occur at the Devlali Field Firing Ranges in Maharashtra, which aims to enhance military cooperation between the two nations’ artillery units. Objectives of AgniWarrior ..

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Dr. Jaiteerth Raghavendra Joshi Appointed Chief of BrahMos Aerospace

Dr. Jaiteerth Raghavendra Joshi has recently been appointed as the Chief of BrahMos Aerospace, which is renowned for developing the world’s most advanced supersonic cruise missile system. His appointment marks a step in India’s defence technology sector. Background and Experience ..

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India and Tanzania Enhance Defence Cooperation

India and Tanzania held their third Joint Defence Cooperation Committee (JDCC) meeting on November 26, 2024. The meeting occurred in Goa, which aimed to strengthen defence ties between the two nations. Key Participants The Indian delegation was led by Joint ..

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Operation Tamarisk

During the Cold War, intelligence gathering was crucial as the U.S., U.K., and France sought ways to gain an advantage over the Soviet Union. One unconventional method involved sifting through discarded materials, leading to the operation known as Mission Operation ..

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INSV Tarini Begins Historic Journey to New Zealand

On November 24, 2024, the Indian Naval Sailing Vessel (INSV) Tarini departed Fremantle, Australia, which marks the start of the second leg of its global expedition. The crew, led by Lieutenant Commander Dilna K and Lieutenant Commander Roopa A, received ..

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Pune to Host Historic Army Day Parade 2025

The Army Day Parade will take place on January 15, 2025, in Pune, which marks the first time Pune will host this prestigious event. The Army Day Parade commemorates Field Marshal K.M. Cariappa. He was the first Indian Commander-in-Chief of ..

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