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Increased Capital Spending for the Defence Sector

Source:  TH Subject:   Defence/Economy Context: The government announced a historic 15.2% hike in the total defence budget for FY2026-27, primarily to address tactical gaps exposed by the recent Operation Sindoor conflict. The allocation aims to strengthen India’s “security-development-self-reliance” balance amid rising geopolitical tensions. About Increased Capital Spending for the Defence Sector: What it is? Capital …

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Union Budget 2026–27: Record Defence Outlay with Strong Push for Indigenisation

Source:  TH Subject:  Security/ Economy Context: In the Union Budget 2026–27, Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman announced a record ₹7.85 lakh crore allocation for defence, the highest ever. About Union Budget 2026–27: Record Defence Outlay with Strong Push for Indigenisation: What it is? The defence allocation for 2026–27 represents a strategic fiscal push to modernise the …

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HAMMER precision-guided weapon (AASM)

Source:  TOI Subject:  Defence Context: India has signed a pact with France’s Safran to jointly manufacture, customise, supply and maintain the HAMMER (AASM) precision-guided air-to-ground weapon in India through a 50–50 JV with BEL. About HAMMER precision-guided weapon (AASM): What it is? HAMMER (Highly Agile Modular Munition Extended Range), also known as AASM, is a …

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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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Govt. Seeks to Boost Defence Exports

Context: Defence Minister Rajnath Singh announced that the Government aims to expand India’s domestic defence manufacturing ecosystem to ₹3 lakh crore and boost defence exports to ₹50,000 crore by 2029. About Govt. Seeks to Boost Defence Exports: What it is? It refers to India’s strategic roadmap to enhance domestic defence production capacity and increase global …

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Saksham Counter-Unmanned Aerial Threat Grid System

Source:  NIE Context: The Indian Army has begun induction of the ‘Saksham’ Counter-Unmanned Aerial System (UAS) Grid, an indigenous real-time drone detection and neutralisation network. About Saksham Counter-Unmanned Aerial Threat Grid System: What It Is? ‘Saksham’ (Situational Awareness for Kinetic Soft and Hard Kill Assets Management) is a modular, AI-driven Command and Control (C2) System …

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Radar-Mounted Drones for Surveillance

Context: The Border Security Force (BSF), in collaboration with ISRO, is developing radar-mounted drones to enhance surveillance along India’s western and eastern borders. About Radar-Mounted Drones for Surveillance: What it is? Radar-mounted drones are unmanned aerial systems equipped with compact radars capable of monitoring border areas remotely without crossing international boundaries. Aim: To strengthen border …

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Sarvottam Yudh Seva Medals (SYSM)

Source:   TP Context: On the eve of the 79th Independence Day (2025), President Droupadi Murmu awarded seven Sarvottam Yudh Seva Medals (SYSM) for the first time since the Kargil War, honouring top military leaders of Operation Sindoor. About Sarvottam Yudh Seva Medals (SYSM): What It Is? India’s highest wartime distinguished service decoration. Awarded for “distinguished …

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BrahMos Supersonic Cruise Missile

Source:  TP Context: Following the success of Operation Sindoor, the Indian Navy and Air Force are preparing large-scale procurement of BrahMos supersonic cruise missiles, citing their precision and combat performance against Pakistani targets. About BrahMos Supersonic Cruise Missile: What is BrahMos? BrahMos is a two-stage supersonic cruise missile, jointly developed by India’s DRDO and Russia’s …

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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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Analyse the emerging challenges for India’s internal security in the aftermath of large-scale precision strikes across the border. How can India strengthen its preparedness against asymmetric retaliation and proxy threats?

Topic: Security challenges and their management in border areas; Q6. Analyse the emerging challenges for India’s internal security in the aftermath of large-scale precision strikes across the border. How can India strengthen its preparedness against asymmetric retaliation and proxy threats? (10 M) Difficulty Level: Medium Reference: NIE Why the question Two months after India struck …

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Akash Air Defence System

Source:  ANI Context: Ahead of the 17th BRICS Summit, Brazil has expressed interest in purchasing India’s Akash Air Defence System, following its successful deployment in Operation Sindoor. About Akash Air Defence System: What is It? Akash is a medium-range, mobile surface-to-air missile (SAM) system developed to neutralize aerial threats in both defensive and offensive operations. …

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UPSC Editorial Analysis: Drone Warfare in the 21st Century

General Studies-3; Topic: Various Security forces and agencies and their mandate.   Drone Warfare in the 21st Century   Introduction Drone technology has revolutionised modern warfare, creating new dynamics of asymmetrical threats. The low-cost, high-impact potential of Unmanned Aerial Vehicles (UAVs), especially when deployed in swarms, has exposed the vulnerabilities of traditional air defence systems. …

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Analyse the evolution of India’s multilateral diplomacy on cross-border terrorism since the 1990s. What factors have limited its success? How should India align its layered diplomatic strategies to counter terrorism effectively?

Topic: Bilateral, regional and global groupings and agreements involving India and/or affecting India’s interests Q4. Analyse the evolution of India’s multilateral diplomacy on cross-border terrorism since the 1990s. What factors have limited its success? How should India align its layered diplomatic strategies to counter terrorism effectively? (15 M) Difficulty Level: Medium Reference: TH In the …

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India’s Evolving Foreign Policy

Syllabus: India Foreign Policy Source:  DH Context: India’s evolving foreign policy came under spotlight after Operation Sindoor, a decisive military response to the Pahalgam terror attack, reigniting debates on India’s strategic posture towards Pakistan and terrorism. About India’s Evolving Foreign Policy: Idealism of the Nehru Era (1947–1962) Non-alignment as strategic posture: India refused to align …

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Patriotism in Civilians

Syllabus: Applied Ethics Source:  IE Context: With Operation Sindoor and the recent arrests of YouTubers accused of espionage, public discourse has been reignited around the themes of patriotism in civilians, nationalism, and sacrifice. About Patriotism in Civilians: What is Patriotism? Patriotism is a deep emotional and moral commitment towards one’s country, often expressed as love, …

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Golden Temple

Source:  IT Context: The Indian Army has denied media reports about deploying air defence guns at the Golden Temple during Operation Sindoor. About Golden Temple (Sri Darbar Sahib, Amritsar): What is the Golden Temple? The Golden Temple, or Sri Darbar Sahib, is the holiest Sikh shrine located in Amritsar, Punjab. It represents Sikhism’s core values …

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Official Secrets Act, 1923

Source:  BT Context: Haryana-based YouTuber Jyoti Rani was arrested, for allegedly leaking sensitive information to a Pakistani High Commission official during Operation Sindoor, under the Official Secrets Act, 1923, and Section 152 of the BNSS. About the Official Secrets Act, 1923 (OSA): Came into force: 1923 (British colonial era), modeled on the British OSA 1911. …

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International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA)

Source:  TN Context: The International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA) confirmed no radiation leak occurred from any nuclear facility in Pakistan, following media reports suggesting a potential incident at Kirana Hills amid India’s Operation Sindoor airstrikes. About International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA): What is IAEA? The IAEA is the global nuclear watchdog promoting safe, secure, and …

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