Current Affair Category: Defence & Security

Key Highlights: Declaration and Objectives: India declared 2025 as the “Year of Defense Reforms” to modernize the armed forces and introduce integrated theatre commands. Aim: To boost tri-service synergy, simplify military procurement, and transform the military into a technologically advanced force. Integrated Theatre Commands: Focus on establishing theatre commands to integrate the Army, Navy, and […]

Docking and Undocking refer to the process of joining or separating two spacecraft in orbit, typically to transfer crew, cargo, or to combine spacecraft into a larger structure like a space station. These operations are essential for various space missions, including crewed missions, space station resupply, and satellite servicing. 1. Docking Docking is the process […]

The BioE3 Initiative (Biotechnology for Environment, Employment, and Economy) is a forward-thinking program aimed at leveraging biotechnology to address environmental challenges, create job opportunities, and boost economic growth. It is designed to harness the potential of biotechnological innovations, particularly in marine and environmental contexts, for the overall benefit of the nation. Here are the key […]

The ongoing naval cooperation between India and Sri Lanka plays a pivotal role in enhancing maritime security, fostering bilateral ties, and addressing shared challenges in the Indian Ocean region. Below is an explanation of the key points: 1. SLINEX 2024 (Sri Lanka – India Naval Exercise 2024) SLINEX is an annual bilateral exercise between the […]

 The Free Movement Regime (FMR) is a bilateral arrangement between India and Myanmar designed to facilitate the movement of border communities across the international boundary. It aims to preserve the demographic and cultural structure of the Northeastern states of India bordering Myanmar while balancing national security and socio-economic needs. What is an FMR? The Free […]

The chairman of the Mission Governing Board of the National Quantum Mission (NQM) has recently announced India’s plans to launch a quantum satellite in 2-3 years to enable quantum communications. A quantum satellite is a satellite designed to enable communication and data transfer using quantum mechanics principles, such as quantum entanglement and quantum key distribution […]

PwC’s Global Economic Crime Survey 2024 provides a comprehensive analysis of the evolving landscape of economic crimes, drawing insights from nearly 2,500 companies across over 60 countries and territories. Key Findings: Prevalence of Economic Crime: A significant number of organizations have encountered economic crimes in the past 24 months, with procurement fraud, cybercrime, and corruption […]

HLVM3 refers to Heavy-Lift Launch Vehicle Mark-3, also known as the GSLV Mk-III (Geosynchronous Satellite Launch Vehicle Mark-III), which is India’s heaviest and most powerful rocket developed by the Indian Space Research Organisation (ISRO). It is designed to carry heavy payloads into geostationary and low Earth orbits. Key Features of HLVM3 (GSLV Mk-III): Payload Capacity: […]

Why in News? The Smuggling in India 2024 report by the Directorate of Revenue Intelligence (DRI) highlights evolving narcotics hubs and trafficking routes affecting India. Key Points from the Report: India’s Strategic Location: India’s geographic position makes it a major hub for drug trafficking, with borders connecting narcotics-producing regions, and a vast coastline providing numerous […]

What India’s AI Safety Institute could do?  Article Published : The Hindu ( 02/12/2024) Important for –GS 3 Gist/ Summary of the Article: The article discusses the plans of the Indian government, through the Ministry of Electronics and Information Technology (MeitY), to establish an AI Safety Institute under the IndiaAI Mission. This initiative aligns with […]