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The Delegation of Financial Powers to DRDO (DFP-2026)

Subject: CME Context: The Ministry of Defence has released the Delegation of Financial Powers to DRDO (DFP-2026) to accelerate defence research and development projects. The Delegation of Financial Powers to DRDO (DFP-2026) About The Delegation of Financial Powers to DRDO (DFP-2026): What It Is? Delegation of Financial Powers to DRDO (DFP-2026) is a revised financial …

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India’s Evolving Space Architecture

Source: PIBSubject: Science and technology Context: The Press Information Bureau (PIB) has issued a comprehensive report detailing India's strategic transformation into a top-tier global space power over the last twelve years. Driven by Aatmanirbhar Bharat and the long-term vision of Viksit Bharat 2047, this evolution balances high-impact interplanetary exploration with private sector commercialization and space-based …

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How can defence manufacturing contribute to India’s objective of becoming a developed economy? Identify the major constraints in this regard.

Topic: Effects of liberalization on the economy, changes in industrial policy and their effects on industrial growth Q6. How can defence manufacturing contribute to India’s objective of becoming a developed economy? Identify the major constraints in this regard. (10 M) Difficulty Level: Medium Reference: NIE Why the question India’s record growth in defence production and …

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Explain the role of flex-fuel vehicles in strengthening India’s energy security. Discuss the factors that may influence consumer adoption.

Topic: Infrastructure: Energy, Q6. Explain the role of flex-fuel vehicles in strengthening India’s energy security. Discuss the factors that may influence consumer adoption. (10 M) Difficulty Level: Medium Reference: NIE Why the question India’s push towards higher ethanol blending and the recent launch of flex-fuel vehicles have brought the issues of energy security, fuel diversification …

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20th anniversary of the Maritime Labour Convention, 2006

Source: AN Subject: International Organisation Context: The ILO and IMO marked the 20th anniversary of the Maritime Labour Convention (MLC), 2006, highlighting its role in improving seafarers’ welfare and global shipping standards. About 20th anniversary of the Maritime Labour Convention, 2006: What it is? Often referred to as the Seafarers’ Bill of Rights, the MLC, …

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Miniratna Category-I status to Yantra India Limited

Source: News on Air Subject: Economy Context: Raksha Mantri Shri Rajnath Singh approved the grant of Miniratna Category-I status to Yantra India Limited (YIL). About Miniratna Category-I status to Yantra India Limited: What is Miniratna status? Miniratna is a classification given to profit-making Central Public Sector Enterprises (CPSEs) to grant them enhanced financial and operational …

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Man Portable Anti-Tank Guided Missile (MPATGM)

Source:  PIB Subject:  Defence Context: DRDO successfully flight-tested the Third-Generation Fire & Forget Man Portable Anti-Tank Guided Missile (MPATGM) with top-attack capability against a moving target. About Man Portable Anti-Tank Guided Missile (MPATGM): What it is? MPATGM is a third-generation, fire-and-forget, shoulder-launched anti-tank guided missile system designed to destroy modern main battle tanks and armoured …

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GSL’s new-generation Fast Patrol Vessel ‘Amulya’

Context: The Indian Coast Guard commissioned ICGS Amulya, a new-generation Fast Patrol Vessel, at Goa. About GSL’s new-generation Fast Patrol Vessel ‘Amulya’: What it is? ICGS Amulya is the third vessel in the Adamya-class Fast Patrol Vessels for the Indian Coast Guard, designed for rapid response and extended maritime operations. Developed by: Designer & Builder: …

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Diving Support Craft (DSC) A20

Source:  PIB Subject:  Defence Context: The Indian Navy will commission DSC A20, its first indigenously designed Diving Support Craft, at Kochi. About Diving Support Craft (DSC) A20: What it is? A purpose-built Diving Support Craft designed for underwater operations such as diving missions, inspection, repair, and salvage in coastal waters. Developed by: Titagarh Rail Systems …

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INS Taragiri

Source: TH Subject: Defence Context: The Indian Navy has received ‘Taragiri’, the fourth Nilgiri-class advanced stealth frigate under Project 17A, delivered by Mazagon Dock Shipbuilders Ltd. About INS Taragiri: What it is? INS Taragiri is a Project 17A Nilgiri-class advanced stealth frigate, designed as a multi-mission combat platform with enhanced stealth, firepower, automation and survivability. …

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Exercise Malabar 2025

Source:  DC Context: INS Sahyadri has reached Guam in the Northern Pacific to participate in Exercise Malabar 2025, reaffirming India’s commitment to maritime cooperation, regional stability, and interoperability among the Quad nations. About Exercise Malabar 2025: What it is? Exercise Malabar is a multilateral naval exercise involving the navies of India, the United States, Japan, …

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Survey Vessel – Ikshak

Source: NDTV Context: The Indian Navy is set to commission ‘Ikshak’, the third vessel of the Survey Vessel (Large) class, built by Garden Reach Shipbuilders and Engineers (GRSE). It will be the first SVL-class ship based at the Southern Naval Command. About Survey Vessel – Ikshak: What it is? INS Ikshak is an indigenously built …

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KOYLA SHAKTI Dashboard

Source:  PIB Context: The Union Minister of Coal and Mines, launched two major digital platforms — the KOYLA SHAKTI Dashboard and the Coal Land Acquisition, Management, and Payment (CLAMP) Portal. About KOYLA SHAKTI Dashboard: What it is? A Smart Coal Analytics Dashboard (SCAD) developed by the Ministry of Coal as a unified digital platform integrating …

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GSAT-7R Satellite

Source:  TH Context: The Indian Space Research Organisation (ISRO) is set to launch the CMS-03 (GSAT-7R) communication satellite in November, aboard the Launch Vehicle Mark-3 (LVM-3) from Sriharikota. About GSAT-7R Satellite: What it is? GSAT-7R, also called CMS-03, is a next-generation military communication satellite developed by ISRO to replace the aging GSAT-7A. It ensures robust, …

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Defence Procurement Manual (DPM) 2025

Source:  BS Context: Defence Minister released the Defence Procurement Manual (DPM) 2025 in New Delhi. Effective from November 1, 2025, the new manual aims to simplify revenue procurement procedures worth nearly ₹1 lakh crore annually. About Defence Procurement Manual (DPM) 2025: What it is? The Defence Procurement Manual 2025 is a comprehensive guideline for revenue …

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INS Vikrant

Source:  NDTV Context: Prime Minister of India celebrated Diwali with Indian Navy personnel onboard INS Vikrant, India’s first indigenous aircraft carrier, and lauded the armed forces for their valour and success in Operation Sindoor. About INS Vikrant: What it is? INS Vikrant (IAC-1) is India’s first indigenously built aircraft carrier, symbolising the nation’s technological self-reliance …

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Androth Anti-Submarine Warfare Ship

Source:  TH Context: The Indian Navy has inducted ‘Androth’, the second Anti-Submarine Warfare Shallow Water Craft (ASW-SWC), built by Garden Reach Shipbuilders & Engineers (GRSE), Kolkata. About Androth Anti-Submarine Warfare Ship: What It Is? Indigenously built Anti-Submarine Warfare Shallow Water Craft (ASW-SWC). Part of 8-ship series being inducted into the Indian Navy. Positioned In: Intended …

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Defence Procurement Manual (DPM) 2025

Source:  News on Air Context: Ministry of Defence approved Defence Procurement Manual (DPM) 2025, replacing the 2009 manual to accelerate revenue procurement and promote Aatmanirbharta. About Defence Procurement Manual (DPM) 2025: What it is? A policy document guiding all revenue procurement of goods/services for Armed Forces & MoD organisations, worth ~₹1 lakh crore annually. Updated …

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Akash Prime Missile System

Source:  PIB Context: India successfully conducted a high-altitude trial of the Akash Prime missile system in Ladakh, marking a major milestone in indigenous air defence capabilities. About Akash Prime Missile System: What is Akash Prime? Akash Prime is an upgraded version of the Akash Surface-to-Air Missile (SAM) developed by DRDO. It is specially designed to …

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INS Udaygiri

Source:  NIE Context: The Indian Navy has received INS Udaygiri, the second stealth frigate under Project 17A, built by Mazagon Dock Shipbuilders Ltd (MDL), delivered in a record time of 37 months. About Project 17A: What is Project 17A? A series of seven indigenous stealth frigates, developed as a follow-up to the Shivalik-class (Project 17) …

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