India’s Akash Missile System Achieves Historic Milestone

In a groundbreaking development, India has become the first country globally to showcase the capability of engaging four targets simultaneously with its indigenous Akash surface-to-air (SAM) weapon system. The successful demonstration occurred during Exercise Astrashakti 2023 at Suryalanka Air Force ..

Month: Current Affairs - December, 2023

Category: Defence Current Affairs

Advancing Stealth Unmanned Combat Aerial Vehicle (UCAV) Technology

In a significant stride toward developing stealth unmanned combat aerial vehicles (UCAVs), India conducted a successful flight trial of an “autonomous flying wing technology demonstrator” at the aeronautical test range in Chitradurga, Karnataka. This achievement represents a remarkable maturity in ..

Month: Current Affairs - December, 2023

Category: Defence Current Affairs

Joint Military Exercise VINBAX-2023

A contingent of 45 Indian Armed Forces personnel has arrived in Hanoi, Vietnam, to participate in the fourth edition of the Joint Military Exercise VINBAX-2023. Running from December 11th to 21st, the exercise aims to strengthen collaborative partnerships, promote interoperability, ..

Month: Current Affairs - December, 2023

Category: Defence Current Affairs

Indigenous Swimmer Delivery Vehicles

The Indian Navy is set to acquire indigenously-made swimmer delivery vehicles, often referred to as underwater chariots or midget submarines, as part of a strategy to enhance the capabilities of its Marine Commandos (MARCOS) for special undersea operations. The Navy ..

Month: Current Affairs - December, 2023

Category: Defence Current Affairs

6th NSA-Level Meeting of Colombo Security Conclave

National Security Advisers from India, Mauritius, and Sri Lanka, along with delegates from Seychelles and Bangladesh, participated in the 6th NSA-level meeting of the Colombo Security Conclave (CSC) in Mauritius. Emphasis on Regional Security and Stability NSA Ajit Doval underscored ..

Month: Current Affairs - December, 2023

Category: Defence Current Affairs • International / World Current Affairs

Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj Honored on Navy Day

On Navy Day, December 4, Prime Minister Narendra Modi paid tribute to Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj and unveiled a grand statue of the 17th-century Maratha king at Sindhugarh, Maharashtra’s coastal fort. The Prime Minister acknowledged Shivaji’s understanding of naval power and ..

Month: Current Affairs - December, 2023

Category: Art & Culture Current Affairs • Defence Current Affairs

IAF Pilatus PC-7 Mk II Crash

Two Indian Air Force (IAF) pilots lost their lives today (December 4) as their Pilatus PC-7 Mk II trainer aircraft crashed during a routine training sortie in Telangana. The incident occurred near Toopran, Medak district, with a Court of Inquiry ..

Month: Current Affairs - December, 2023

Category: Defence Current Affairs

Indian Navy’s New Survey Vessel Sandhayak

Sandhayak, Yard 3025, the inaugural vessel among the four Survey Vessel (Large) ships, has been successfully delivered to the Indian Navy on December 4, 2023. Let’s delve into the details of this significant addition to the Indian Navy’s fleet. Contract ..

Month: Current Affairs - December, 2023

Category: Defence Current Affairs