ALH Helicopter Grounding Update

In early January 2025, the Advanced Light Helicopter (ALH) fleet was grounded following a tragic crash that resulted in the loss of three lives from the Indian Coast Guard. Defence Secretary Rajesh Kumar Singh confirmed that the ALH will not ..

Month: Current Affairs - January, 2025

Category: Defence Current Affairs

What is KaWaCHaM?

The Kerala Warnings, Crisis and Hazard Management System (KaWaCHaM) is set to be launched by Chief Minister Pinarayi Vijayan. This initiative aims to enhance disaster preparedness and response in Kerala, utilising advanced technology for timely alerts regarding extreme weather events. ..

Month: Current Affairs - January, 2025

Category: Defence Current Affairs

Indian Army Pushes to Expand Pinaka MBRL Procurement

The Pinaka Multi-Barrel Rocket Launcher (MBRL) is advancement in India’s artillery capabilities. Developed by the Defence Research and Development Organisation (DRDO), it was designed to replace older Soviet-era systems. As of January 2025, the Pinaka has gained international recognition, with ..

Month: Current Affairs - January, 2025

Category: Defence Current Affairs

Trajan 155 mm Towed Artillery Gun System

In move towards modernising its military, Armenia has selected India’s Trajan 155 mm towed artillery gun system. This decision marks Armenia’s strategic pivot towards India for advanced defence technologies amidst evolving regional security challenges. The partnership signifies the deepening defence ..

Month: Current Affairs - January, 2025

Category: Defence Current Affairs

La Perouse Naval Exercise 2025

Recently, nine Indo-Pacific nations participated in the La Perouse naval exercise, hosted by France. This exercise took place in the strategic straits of Malacca, Sunda, and Lombok, crucial for maritime trade between the Indian and Pacific Oceans. The Indian Navy ..

Month: Current Affairs - January, 2025

Category: Defence Current Affairs

1965 India-Pakistan War and the Strategic Importance of Haji Pir

The 1965 India-Pakistan War remains conflict in South Asian history. Recently, Defence Minister Rajnath Singh brought into light that strategic advantages gained during the war were not fully exploited in negotiations, contributing to ongoing infiltration issues. This page explores the ..

Month: Current Affairs - January, 2025

Category: Defence Current Affairs

MRSAM Contract for Indian Navy

Recently, the Indian Ministry of Defence signed contract worth Rs 2,960 crore with Bharat Dynamics Limited for the supply of Medium-Range Surface-to-Air Missiles (MRSAM) to the Navy. This agreement marks India’s commitment to defence self-reliance under the ‘Aatmanirbhar Bharat’ initiative, ..

Month: Current Affairs - January, 2025

Category: Defence Current Affairs

CRPF VIP Security Group Established

In January 2025, the Ministry of Home Affairs (MHA) officially disbanded the Parliament Duty Group (PDG) of the Central Reserve Police Force (CRPF) and merged it with the VIP Security Group (VSG). This transition follows the withdrawal of the PDG ..

Month: Current Affairs - January, 2025

Category: Defence Current Affairs

Pune to Host Army Day Parade 2025

The Army Day Parade, event in India’s military calendar, will take place in Pune for the first time on 15 January 2025. This parade commemorates the appointment of Field Marshal K M Cariappa as the first Indian Commander-in-Chief of the ..

Month: Current Affairs - January, 2025

Category: Defence Current Affairs

Launch of INS Utkarsh

Larsen & Toubro (L&T) has successfully launched the second multi-purpose vessel (MPV) for the Indian Navy, named INS Utkarsh. The launch took place at the Kattupalli Shipyard near Chennai. This event marks India’s advancements in indigenous shipbuilding as part of ..

Month: Current Affairs - January, 2025

Category: Defence Current Affairs