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First National Maritime Security Coordinator (NMSC)

February 17, 2022

Following the 26/11 terrorist attack, India has been consistently trying to augment the nation’s maritime security. In regard to this, the government has appointed Vice Admiral (retd) G Ashok Kumar as the nation’s first national maritime security coordinator with the ..

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DefExpo 2022

February 17, 2022

The DefExpo 2022 is scheduled to be held from March 10 to March 13, 2022. Key Points DefExpo exhibition is India’s biennial marquee event for defence manufacturing industry. It has received confirmation from more than 900 exhibitors. Final number is ..

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Russia- Belarus Military Drills

February 11, 2022

Russia and Belarus started joint military exercises near Belarusian border with Ukraine on February 10, 2022. Key Facts Military exercises started as a part of 10 days of drills. These exercises are seen as a significant element in Kremlin’s menacing posture towards ..

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Ban on Drone Import

February 10, 2022

On February 9, 2022, Union government put ban on the import of drones other than for security, research and defence purposes. Why was drone import banned? Government banned drone import with the aim of promoting ‘Made in India’ drones. However, ..

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Avalanche in Arunachal Pradesh

February 9, 2022

On February 6, 2022, seven Indian army personnel were killed in an Avalanche in Arunachal Pradesh. These army personnel were a part of the patrol team. The Indian Army has launched “Search and Rescue” operations. Avalanches The Indian Army troops ..

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Operation AAHT

February 8, 2022

The Railway Protection Force, RPF has launched Operation AAHT to curb human trafficking. It will mainly focus on trains that are originating from border countries. The operation is held under Ministry of Railways. (RPF acts under railways ministry). About Operation ..

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Taiwan Patriot Missile Defence System

February 8, 2022

The US government recently approved a sale of 100 million USD worth equipment to maintain and improve the Taiwan Patriot Missile Defence System. This will upgrade the system. This decision was made during Trump administration in 2019. US does not ..

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Konkurs-M Anti-Tank Guided Missiles

February 4, 2022

On February 3, 2022, Bharat Dynamics Limited (BDL) and Indian Army signed a contract worth Rs 3,131.82 crore to manufacture and supply Konkurs-M anti-tank guided missiles. Key Facts This contract will be executed in three years. Order book position of ..

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India’s Diplomatic Boycott of Beijing Winter Olympics

February 4, 2022

The Ministry of External Affairs officially announced the diplomatic boycott of Beijing winter Olympics of India. Doordarshan will not telecast the opening and closing ceremonies of Beijing Winter Olympics. About the boycott India will not send its envoy to the ..

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Flight Test of Marine version of Rafale

February 4, 2022

The marine version of the Rafale fighter jet was recently tested on INS Vikrant. The test conducted from the aircraft carrier was successful. About the test The test was conducted to check on the take-off of Rafale jet from aircraft ..

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