About The LAMITIYE-2024
Context: Recently, the Indian Army contingent participated in the 10th edition of Joint Military Exercise “LAMITIYE-2024” with the Seychelles Defence Forces (SDF). Relevance: GS III: Security Challenges About LAMITIYE Name and Meaning: Objective: Activities: Significance: Seychelles
Sea Defenders-2024
Context: Recently, the maritime security exercise ‘Sea Defenders-2024’ was held between the Indian Coast Guard (ICG) and the United States Coast Guard (USCG) at Port Blair, Andaman and Nicobar Islands. Relevance: GS III: Security Challenges About Sea Defenders-2024 The exercise encompassed a range of scenarios aimed at enhancing the capabilities of the participating coast guard units. Here are the key […]
Combatting the Rise of Cyberbullying
Context: The internet has revolutionized social communication, especially for young people, creating a whole new realm of interaction. While technology has undeniably improved human lives, its negative aspects cannot be overlooked. Relevance: GS3- Mains Question: Comment upon the rising incidents of cyberbullying in India. What is the legislative and institutional framework in this regard and […]
About Project Seabird
Context: The Defence Minister will inaugurate two big piers and seven towers with 320 homes for Navy officers and Defence civilians as part of Project Seabird at Naval Base Karwar in Karnataka. Relevance: GS III: Defence Project Seabird: India’s Naval Infrastructure Endeavor Overview: Historical Context: Scale and Components: Phases: Future Accommodations:
Very Short-Range Air Defence System
Context: The Defence Research and Development Organisation (DRDO) successfully conducted two flight tests of the Very Short-Range Air Defence System (VSHORADS) missile. Relevance: GS III: Defence Dimensions of the Article: Very Short-Range Air Defence System (VSHORADS): Safeguarding Low-Altitude Spaces Strategic Overview: Characteristics: Indigenous Development: Key Features: -Source: India Today
About the Exercise Samudra Laksamana
Context: The third edition of Exercise Samudra Laksamana is currently underway from February 28 to March 2, 2024, at/off the coast of Visakhapatnam. Relevance: GS III: Security Challenges Exercise Samudra Laksamana 2024: Fostering Naval Collaboration Phases of Exercise: Objectives: Interoperability and Bonds:
Exercise MILAN 2024
Context: Exercise MILAN 2024 recently concluded with the closing ceremony held aboard the INS Vikrant, marking the end of the Sea Phase off Visakhapatnam. Relevance: GS III: Security Challenges MILAN 2024: 12th Edition of Multilateral Naval Exercise Introduction: Objective: Historical Background: Participating Nations: Two-Phase Structure:
Revamping India’s Intelligence Network
Context: The need for a thorough revamp of India’s intelligence framework becomes evident when considering the presence of 14 intelligence agencies, each with diverse and sometimes overlapping responsibilities. Relevance: GS3- Internal Security Mains Question: Reforms are urgently required in India’s intelligence structure to tackle issues related to coordination deficiencies and lapses in accountability. Analyse. (10 […]
About The Defence Acquisition Council
Context: The Defence Acquisition Council (DAC), under the chairmanship of Defence minister cleared capital acquisition proposals worth Rs 84,560 crore. This has been done to boost the capabilities of the Armed Forces and the Indian Coast Guard. Relevance: GS III: Defence Dimensions of the Article: Defence Acquisition Council’s Project Approvals for Armed Forces Enhancement Key […]
About Anti-Satellite Weapon
Context: Russia is actively working towards a formidable new development in space technology, focusing on creating a nuclear anti-satellite (ASAT) weapon. Relevance: GS III: Defence Dimensions of the Article: Anti-Satellite Weapon (ASAT): Unveiling Orbital Disruption Weapon Design and Objective: Types of ASATs: Varied Attack Techniques: Global ASAT Prowess: Challenges and Concerns: -Source: The Hindu