Defence
9th India-Thailand Defence Dialogue
The 9th India-Thailand defence dialogue was held in New Delhi, signifies a very important advancement in the defence relationship between India and Thailand. Co-chaired by Amitabh Prasad and General Tharapong Malakam, the dialogue aimed to enhance collaboration in defence. Establishment ..
Month: Current Affairs - December, 2024
Category: Defence Current Affairs
India Signs 13,500 Crore Defence Contract with HAL for 12 Su-30MKL Aircraft
The Defence Ministry recently finalised a contract valued at 13,500 crore rupees with Hindustan Aeronautics Limited (HAL), which involves the procurement of 12 Su-30MKL aircraft, along with essential equipment. The acquisition aims to enhance the operational capabilities of the Indian ..
Month: Current Affairs - December, 2024
Category: Defence Current Affairs
Voronezh Radar: India-Russia Radar Deal
India and Russia are finalising a defence agreement, that involves installing a Voronezh ballistic missile warning radar in Chitradurga, Karnataka. The radar is valued at approximately US$4 billion, developed by Almaz-Antey, this system enhances missile detection capabilities. Voronezh Radar Overview ..
Month: Current Affairs - December, 2024
Category: Defence Current Affairs
INS Tushil Commissioning Ceremony in Russia
Defence Minister Rajnath Singh is set to commission the Indian Navy’s latest frigate, INS Tushil, at Yantra Shipyard in Kaliningrad, Russia. Admiral Dinesh K Tripathi, Chief of Naval Staff, will attend the ceremony. Commissioning of INS Tushil INS Tushil is ..
Month: Current Affairs - December, 2024
Category: Defence Current Affairs
Armed Forces Flag Day Observed on December 07
Armed Forces Flag Day is commemorated annually on December 7th and honours the bravery and sacrifices of Indian soldiers. It serves as a reminder of their dedication to the nation, which began in 1949 and aims to support the welfare ..
Month: Current Affairs - December, 2024
Category: Defence Current Affairs
Indian Air Force’s Western Commanders’ Conference
The recent Commanders’ Conference of the Western Air Command (WAC) took place in New Delhi, led by Air Chief Marshal AP Singh. He emphasized the need for rigorous training in multi-domain warfare. Conference Overview The conference gathered key commanders from ..
Month: Current Affairs - December, 2024
Category: Defence Current Affairs
Himachal Pradesh’s Drone Stations for Disaster Management
Himachal Pradesh’s Chief Minister Sukhvinder Singh Sukhu announced plans to establish drone stations across the state as part of a transformative project to enhance disaster management. This innovative approach aims to address climate change challenges effectively and the government has ..
Month: Current Affairs - December, 2024
Category: Defence Current Affairs
NHAI Introduces Performance Rating System for Highways
The National Highways Authority of India (NHAI) has launched a new performance rating system, which aims to enhance accountability in highway construction and maintenance. The system evaluates concessionaires every six months and ratings will be publicly available on NHAI’s website ..
Month: Current Affairs - December, 2024
Category: Defence Current Affairs