News : Indigenous dog breeds from Tamil Nadu and Nagaland are being inducted into Assam Rifles dog squads to gradually replace foreign breeds. About Tangkhul Hui and Kombai Breeds Background: The Ministry of Home Affairs issued a directive in 2025 to increase the induction of Indian canine breeds in dog squads of all armed forces.… Continue reading Tangkhul Hui and Kombai Breeds
Category: Defence
Combined Maritime Forces (CMF)
News: The Indian Navy has assumed command of Combined Task Force 154 under the Combined Maritime Forces, reinforcing India’s commitment to maritime security and capacity building. About Combined Maritime Forces (CMF) About: Combined Maritime Forces (CMF) is a multinational maritime partnership that supports the International Rules-Based Order to promote security, stability and prosperity across approximately… Continue reading Combined Maritime Forces (CMF)
Operation Sahyadri Checkmate
News: Operation Sahyadri Checkmate was launched recently by Directorate of Revenue Intelligence (DRI). About Operation Sahyadri Checkmate “Operation Sahyadri Checkmate” was anti-narcotics operation. Aim: It dismantled a clandestine mobile mephedrone manufacturing laboratory in the remote hinterland of the Sahyadri ranges. Launched by: Directorate of Revenue Intelligence (DRI) What was recovered: Around 21.9 kilograms of mephedrone… Continue reading Operation Sahyadri Checkmate
Long Range Anti-Ship Hypersonic Missile (LR-AShM)
News– At the 77th Republic Day Parade on Kartavya Path, DRDO showcased the Long Range Anti-Ship Hypersonic Missile (LR-AShM) for the first time. About Long Range Anti-Ship Missile (LR-AShM) It is an indigenously developed hypersonic glide missile by the Defence Research and Development Organisation (DRDO). It is designed primarily to meet the coastal battery and… Continue reading Long Range Anti-Ship Hypersonic Missile (LR-AShM)
Operation MegaBuru
News: Operation MegaBuru is in the news after 19 alleged Maoists were killed during a major anti-Maoist operation in Jharkhand’s Saranda forests. About Operation MegaBuru Operation MegaBuru is a large-scale counter-insurgency operation carried out against CPI (Maoist) in Jharkhand. Location: The operation is being conducted in the Kumdi area under Kiriburu police station limits in… Continue reading Operation MegaBuru
INS Sudarshini and Global Expedition ‘Lokayan 26
News: INS Sudarshini embarked on a ten-month global expedition Lokayan 26 to showcase maritime heritage and strengthen international maritime cooperation. About INS Sudarshini INS Sudarshini is the Indian Navy’s sail training ship undertaking the global expedition Lokayan 26. Built by: It was built indigenously by Goa Shipyard Limited. Key features Size: It is a 54-m… Continue reading INS Sudarshini and Global Expedition ‘Lokayan 26
INS Sagardhwani and Sagar Maitri-5 Initiative
News: INS Sagardhwani was flagged off from Kochi on 17 January 2026 for the fifth edition of the Sagar Maitri initiative. About INS Sagardhwani INS Sagardhwani is India’s oceanographic research vessel. Designed by: The vessel was designed by the Naval Physical and Oceanographic Laboratory (NPOL). Built by: The vessel was built by Garden Reach Shipbuilders… Continue reading INS Sagardhwani and Sagar Maitri-5 Initiative
Indian Coast Guard Ship (ICGS) Sankalp
News: Indian Coast Guard Ship (ICGS) Sankalp reached Port Louis, Mauritius, to strengthen maritime cooperation. About Indian Coast Guard Ship (ICGS) Sankalp Class: ICGS Sankalp is the first vessel of the Sankalp-class, followed by ICGS Samrat. Constructed by: Goa Shipyard Limited (GSL) Ship motto: “Extending the Horizon” Features Dimensions: It measures 105 m in length,… Continue reading Indian Coast Guard Ship (ICGS) Sankalp
Oreshnik Missile
News: The Russia–Ukraine conflict escalated after Moscow confirmed the use of its Oreshnik hypersonic missile, marking the weapon’s first deployment since November 2024. About Oreshnik Missile The Oreshnik missile is a hypersonic, nuclear-capable intermediate-range ballistic missile developed by Russia. The term “Oreshnik” translates to “hazelnut tree” in the Russian language. First Operational Use: Russia first… Continue reading Oreshnik Missile
Suryastra Rocket Launcher System
News: The Indian Army signed a ₹293 crore emergency procurement contract for the Suryastra long-range universal rocket launcher system. About Suryastra Rocket Launcher System Suryastra is India’s first Made in India universal multi-calibre rocket launcher. Manufactured by: It is manufactured by Pune-based private defence firm NIBE Limited. Technology Partner: It is developed in collaboration with… Continue reading Suryastra Rocket Launcher System
