Centre directs States to hold ‘civil defence’ drills
Context and Background Relevance : GS 3(Internal Security) Directive Details Components of the Drill Civil Participation and Local Preparedness Strategic and Policy Perspective Significance and Implications
How can India tap its natural hydrogen potential?
Strategic Significance for India Relevance : GS 3(Energy Security) Estimated Potential Key Exploration Challenges Infrastructure & Technology Gaps Suggested Roadmap for India Global Best Practices Cost Considerations
Ex-RAW chief appointed head of reconstituted NSAB
Context and Timing: Relevance : GS 3(Internal Security, Defence) Key Appointment: Composition and Continuity: Role and Significance of NSAB:
India’s military expenditure was 9 times that of Pakistan
Context : India’s Military Expenditure Relevance : GS 3(Internal Security , Defence) Pakistan’s Military Expenditure Global Trends (as per SIPRI) China’s Position Russia and Ukraine European Military Spending Strategic Implications for India
India and France finalise agreement for 26 Rafale-Ms
Agreement Details: Relevance : GS 3(Internal Security , Defence) Key Components of the Deal: Economic and Employment Impact: Defense and Strategic Importance: Operational Considerations: Significance for Indian Navy’s Future:
Indus treaty with Pak. put on hold
Context : Pahalgam Terror Attack Relevance : GS 2(International Relations) ,GS 3(Internal Security) Five-Pronged Indian Response Indus Waters Treaty (IWT) Put On Hold Closing the Attari Check Post Cancelling Pakistan’s SAARC Visa Exemption Scheme (SVES) Diplomatic Actions Why This Matters Previous Similar Actions
Five military personnel get MacGregor medals
About the MacGregor Memorial Medal Relevance : GS 3 (Internal Security / Defence) Event Overview Awardees for 2023 Awardees for 2024 Special Mention: Col. Ranvir Singh Jamwal Significance of the Awards Broader Context
Call for permanent settlement for tribals
Historical Background of Displacement Relevance : GS 1(Society ,Tribes) Militarisation and Tribal Agency Lack of Rehabilitation and State Support Bureaucratic and Political Apathy Human Rights Violations and Social Discrimination Inter-generational Crisis Pushback by Host States Urgent Need for a National Policy on IDPs Key Takeaways
DRDO tests laser weapon system that can disable missiles and drones
Technological Milestone Relevance : GS 3(Internal Security , Technology, Defence) Capabilities of the DEW Mk-II(A) Key Features Cost Efficiency Strategic Significance Broader Implications Location & Test Environment
Why are undersea cables important?
What are Undersea Cables? Relevance : GS 3(Infrastructure, Science & Tech, Cybersecurity) Global Connectivity via Undersea Cables India’s Subsea Cable Ecosystem Challenges & Vulnerabilities Steps to Strengthen Infrastructure Key Takeaways