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Fibre-Optic Drones

Prelims Source: IESubject: Security/Science and technology Context: Following a recent ceasefire in southern Lebanon, the strategic deployment of low-cost fibre-optic drones by the Hezbollah militia has highlighted a significant shift in asymmetric warfare. Fibre-Optic Drones About Fibre-Optic Drones: What It Is? A fibre-optic drone is a specialized type of First-Person View (FPV) or unmanned aerial …

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The Tri-Commissioning of INS Dunagiri, INS Sanshodhak, and INS Agray

Source: IESubject: Security Context: Prime Minister of India presided over the historic tri-commissioning of INS Dunagiri, INS Sanshodhak, and INS Agray in Kolkata. The Tri-Commissioning of INS Dunagiri, INS Sanshodhak, and INS Agray About The Tri-Commissioning of INS Dunagiri, INS Sanshodhak, and INS Agray: What it is? The tri-commissioning refers to the simultaneous induction of …

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The Multi-Layered Ballistic Missile Defence (BMD) System

Source: TPSubject: Security Context: The Defence Research and Development Organisation (DRDO) successfully conducted three consecutive flight-tests, to demonstrate India's multi-layered Ballistic Missile Defence (BMD) capability. The Multi-Layered Ballistic Missile Defence (BMD) System About The Multi-Layered Ballistic Missile Defence (BMD) System: What It Is? A Ballistic Missile Defence (BMD) system is an ultra-advanced, automated military network …

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Netra Airborne Early Warning and Control (AEW&C) system

Source: TOISubject: Security Context: The Defence Research and Development Organisation (DRDO) has granted Final Operational Clearance (FOC) to the indigenous Netra Airborne Early Warning and Control (AEW&C) system. Netra Airborne Early Warning and Control About Netra Airborne Early Warning and Control (AEW&C) system: What It Is? Commonly known as the Indian Air Force's (IAF) "Eye …

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The Made in India Airbus C-295

Source: HTSubject: Security Context: The first “Made in India” Airbus C-295 military transport aircraft successfully completed its maiden test flight from the Final Assembly Line (FAL) in Vadodara, Gujarat. The Made in India Airbus C-295 About The Made in India Airbus C-295: What It Is? The Airbus C-295 is a highly versatile, twin-turboprop tactical military …

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The RudraM-II Missile

Source: TOISubject: Security Context: The Defence Research & Development Organisation (DRDO) and the Indian Air Force (IAF) successfully conducted flight-tests of the indigenous RudraM-II Air-to-Surface missile from an airborne platform at the Integrated Test Range (ITR) in Chandipur, Odisha. The RudraM-II Missile About The RudraM-II Missile: What It Is? RudraM-II is an advanced, high-speed, indigenously …

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Project UDAYAK

Source: PIBSubject: Security Context: The Border Roads Organisation (BRO) celebrated the 37th Raising Day of Project UDAYAK, at Doomdooma, Assam. Project UDAYAK About Project UDAYAK: What It Is? Project UDAYAK is a specialized territorial wing of the Border Roads Organisation (BRO) tasked with the development and maintenance of a vast road network in the most …

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Admiral Krishna Swaminathan Assumes Charge As Navy Chief

Source: NIESubject: Security Context: Admiral Krishna Swaminathan officially assumed charge as India's new Chief of the Naval Staff (CNS), during a formal ceremony in New Delhi. Admiral Krishna Swaminathan Assumes Charge About Admiral Krishna Swaminathan Assumes Charge As Navy Chief: Who He Is? Admiral Krishna Swaminathan is a highly decorated flag officer of the Indian …

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The BrahMos Missile

Source: NDTVSubject: Security Context: Speaking at the Shangri-La Dialogue in Singapore, Indian Defence Secretary confirmed that India has signed a strategic ₹5,800-crore deal to export BrahMos supersonic cruise missiles to Vietnam. He added that a similar export agreement with Indonesia is in its final stages of completion. The BrahMos Missile About The BrahMos Missile: What …

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Multilateral Exercise PRAGATI 2026

Source: News on AirSubject: Security Context: The multilateral military exercise PRAGATI 2026 officially commenced, at the Umroi Military Station in Meghalaya, bringing together troops from India and 12 friendly regional nations. Multilateral Exercise PRAGATI 2026 About Multilateral Exercise PRAGATI 2026: What It Is? PRAGATI—which stands for Partnership of Regional Armies for Growth and Transformation in …

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Yard 3039 (Sanghmitra)

Source: PIBSubject: Security Context: The Indian Navy achieved a major milestone in indigenous warship construction with the ceremonial launch of Yard 3039 (Sanghmitra), a Next Generation Offshore Patrol Vessel (NGOPV). Yard 3039 (Sanghmitra) About Yard 3039 (Sanghmitra): What It Is? Yard 3039, named Sanghmitra, is an advanced, state-of-the-art Next Generation Offshore Patrol Vessel (NGOPV) designed …

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Unmanned Aerial Vehicle Launched Precision Guided Missile (ULPGM)-V3

Source: TOISubject: Security Context: The Defence Research & Development Organisation (DRDO) successfully completed the final deliverable configuration development trials of the Unmanned Aerial Vehicle Launched Precision Guided Missile (ULPGM)-V3 at its test range near Kurnool, Andhra Pradesh. Unmanned Aerial Vehicle Launched Precision Guided Missile (ULPGM)-V3 About Unmanned Aerial Vehicle Launched Precision Guided Missile (ULPGM)-V3: What …

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Lieutenant General NS Raja Subramani (Retd) appointed as Chief of Defence Staff

Source: PIBSubject: Security Context: The Government of India has appointed Lieutenant General NS Raja Subramani as the new Chief of Defence Staff (CDS). He will succeed General Anil Chauhan after the latter completes his tenure on 30 May 2026. Lieutenant General NS Raja Subramani About Lieutenant General NS Raja Subramani (Retd) appointed as Chief of …

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The Tactical Advanced Range Augmentation (TARA) Weapon

Source: PIBSubject: Security Context: The DRDO and the Indian Air Force (IAF) successfully conducted the maiden flight-trial of the Tactical Advanced Range Augmentation (TARA) weapon off the coast of Odisha. The Tactical Advanced Range Augmentation (TARA) Weapon About The Tactical Advanced Range Augmentation (TARA) Weapon: What it is? TARA is a modular range extension kit …

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Project Deepak

Source: PIBSubject: Security Context: Project Deepak, one of the oldest and most vital units of the Border Roads Organisation (BRO), celebrated its 66th Raising Day on May 4, 2026, in Shimla. Project Deepak: About Project Deepak: What it is? Project Deepak is a key executive wing of the Border Roads Organisation (BRO) responsible for the …

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Military Exercise CINBAX-II 2026

Source: News on AirSubject: Security Context: The Indian Army contingent departed, to participate in CINBAX-II 2026, the second edition of the India-Cambodia bilateral military exercise. Military Exercise CINBAX-II 2026: About Military Exercise CINBAX-II 2026: What it is? CINBAX-II is a bilateral military exercise between the Indian Army and the Royal Cambodian Army. It is conducted …

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Advanced Stealth Frigate Mahendragiri

Source: TOISubject: Security Context: The Indian Navy received the delivery of 'Mahendragiri', the sixth Project 17A indigenous stealth frigate, from Mazagon Dock Shipbuilders Limited (MDL). Advanced Stealth Frigate Mahendragiri About Advanced Stealth Frigate Mahendragiri: What it is? Mahendragiri (Yard 12654) is the sixth ship of the Nilgiri-class (Project 17A) It is a follow-on to the …

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Op Netra 1.0

Source: News on AirSubject: Security Context: The Indian Army successfully concluded ‘Op Netra 1.0,’ a four-day high-altitude mega eye camp in Leh, Ladakh, which provided advanced surgical care to 950 patients. Op Netra 1.0 About Op Netra 1.0: What it is? ‘Op Netra 1.0’ was an Advanced Surgical Eye Camp conducted by the Indian Army. …

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