Stealth Frigates from Russia for the Indian Navy

Current Status: Two stealth frigates being constructed in Russia for the Indian Navy are nearing delivery after facing delays due to the COVID-19 pandemic, the Ukraine conflict, and Western sanctions. First Frigate: Named Tushil, it is ready for acceptance and is scheduled for delivery by September 2024. Second Frigate: Named Tamal, it is expected to be delivered by February 2025. Inte

Defence Production Hits Record High in 2023-24

Key Highlights: Record Production Value: India’s indigenous defense production reached a record high of ₹1.27 lakh crore in FY 2023-24, marking a 16.7% increase from the previous fiscal year. Contribution by Sectors: Public Sector: Defense Public Sector Undertakings (DPSUs) and other Public Sector Units (PSUs) contributed 79.2% of the total value of production. Private Sector:

MILITARY EXERCISES IN NEWS

1. Nomadic Elephant: Description: Joint military exercise between the armies of India and Mongolia. Location: Meghalaya, India. Purpose: Enhance interoperability and strengthen military relations between India and Mongolia. 2. Exercise MAITREE: Description: Joint military exercise between India and Thailand. Location: Thailand. Purpose: Strengthen defense cooperation and i

21st Edition of Khaan Quest

Event: 21st Edition of Khaan Quest Location: Mongolia Participants: Approximately 430 personnel from 23 countries, including an Indian contingent. Objective of the Exercise: Primary Aim: To enhance interoperability and military readiness in peace support operations conducted under Chapter VII of the United Nations Charter. Chapter VII of the UN Charter: This chapter authorizes

Red Flag Exercise 2024

Overview Event: Red Flag Exercise Host: U.S. Air Force (USAF) Location: Eielson Air Force Base, Alaska Dates: June 2024 Frequency: Hosted four times a year by the USAF Details of the June 2024 Edition Participants: Indian Air Force (IAF): Participated in this edition, contributing to the multinational aspects of the exercise. Singapore Air Force Royal Air

Tarang Shakti 2024: India’s First Multinational Air Exercise

Overview Event: Tarang Shakti 2024 Host: Indian Air Force (IAF) Nature: Multinational air exercise Scheduled Dates: First Phase: Southern India, first two weeks of August Second Phase: Western sector, end of August to mid-September Key Details Purpose and Significance: Objective: The exercise aims to enhance interoperability and strengthen air combat c

Free Movement Regime (FMR)

The Centre has decided to start an advanced smart fencing system for the entire India-Myanmar border with the end of free movement regime. Free Movement Regime – It is a mutual pact between India and Myanmar to allow tribes dwelling along the border on either side to travel up to 16 km inside the other without a visa. India shares a 1,643 km-

Developing Border Infrastructure

Developing Border Infrastructure     Why in the News? Prime Minister of India has inaugurated and laid the foundation for multiple development projects in Uttarakhand worth around Rs 4,200 crore, which included those related to border roads. Infrastructure in the border areas: The development of infrastructure in the border areas include construction of,

Infrastructure Developments at the LAC

Infrastructure Developments at the LAC Why in the News? External Affairs Minister Dr. Jaishankar briefed on the current infrastructural developments along LAC that can act as a strategic control in the border regions. Infrastructure at LAC (Line of Actual Control): To improve the connectivity and accessibility to the rough terrains along LAC, extensive construction of Roads has bee

Border forces at Siliguri corridor

Border forces at Siliguri corridor Why in the News?        The border guarding forces of Central Armed Police Forces (CAPFs) shall be deployed along the Siliguri corridor for safeguarding the strategic area during peacetime. Siliguri corridor and its significance: The Siliguri corridor is narrow stretch adjoining Nepal, Bhutan and Bangladesh measu