India Hosts Colombo Security Conclave (CSC) NSA Meet

Source:    TP Subject:   Mapping Context: India hosted the 7th Colombo Security Conclave (CSC) NSA-level meeting in New Delhi, reaffirming commitment to regional maritime security amid a rapidly evolving Indo-Pacific environment. Seychelles also announced its decision to join CSC as a full member, marking an important expansion of the grouping. About India Hosts Colombo Security Conclave …

India–ASEAN Summit 2025

Syllabus: Bilateral, Regional and Global Groupings Source:  IE Context: Prime Minister of India virtually addressed the 22nd India–ASEAN Summit in Kuala Lumpur, reaffirming India’s commitment to deepen cooperation in maritime security, digital inclusion, and resilient supply chains. He also announced that 2026 will be celebrated as the “ASEAN–India Year of Maritime Cooperation.” About India–ASEAN Summit …

Military Exercises in News

Source:  PIB Context: India and South Korea conducted the inaugural edition of their bilateral naval exercise at Busan Naval Harbour marking a major milestone in Indo-Pacific maritime cooperation. Simultaneously, India also began AUSTRAHIND 2025 with Australia and INDRA 2025 with Russia, showcasing its expanding defence partnerships. About Military Exercises in News: India–Republic of Korea Navy …

India-Philippines Naval Exercise

Source:   HT Context: India and the Philippines conducted their first-ever bilateral joint naval drill in the South China Sea, marking a significant step in maritime cooperation amid rising tensions in the region. About India-Philippines Naval Exercise: Purpose: To enhance maritime cooperation and interoperability between the two navies, and to assert freedom of navigation in contested …