News: DRI Mumbai busts gold smuggling syndicate in Op Dhahabu Blitz; seizing approx. 30 kg gold worth ₹38 crore. About Operation Dhahabu Blitz It is an enforcement operation carried out to crack down on gold smuggling networks into India. Naming: Gold is called ‘Dhahabu’ in Swahili language. Organized by: Directorate of Revenue Intelligence (DRI) Aim:… Continue reading Operation Dhahabu Blitz
Category: Defence
INS Aridhaman
News: India inducted INS Aridaman, its third nuclear-powered ballistic missile submarine (SSBN), strengthening its sea-based nuclear deterrence capabilities. About INS Aridhaman INS Aridhaman is the third nuclear-powered ballistic missile submarine or Submersible Ship Ballistic Nuclear (SSBN). Commission year: It is being commissioned in 2026. It is part of the strategic weapons programme, falls under the… Continue reading INS Aridhaman
INS Agray, INS Dunagiri and INS Sanshodhak
News: Three frontline naval platforms, INS Dunagiri, INS Sanshodhak, and INS Agray were delivered to the Navy by Garden Reach Shipbuilders and Engineers Ltd. (GRSE). About INS Agray, INS Dunagiri and INS Sanshodhak About ‘Agray’ ASW SWC INS Agray is the fourth vessel among the eight Anti-Submarine Warfare Shallow Water Craft (ASW SWC) being built for… Continue reading INS Agray, INS Dunagiri and INS Sanshodhak
Malwan – Anti-Submarine Warfare Shallow Water Craft
News: Malwan, the second of eight Anti-Submarine Warfare Shallow Water Craft, was delivered to the Indian Navy on 31 March 2026. About Malwan – Anti-Submarine Warfare Shallow Water Craft Malwan is a high-tech, waterjet-propelled warship designed for specialized naval operations in coastal and shallow waters. Built by: It has been constructed by Cochin Shipyard Limited… Continue reading Malwan – Anti-Submarine Warfare Shallow Water Craft
Defence India Start-up Challenge (DISC-14) and ADITI Challenge under iDEX Framework
News: Raksha Mantri launched DISC-14 and ADITI 4.0 challenges during National Defence Industries Conclave 2026 to promote defence innovation and indigenous capabilities. About Defence India Start-up Challenge (DISC-14) Defence India Start-up Challenge is a flagship programme supporting startups, MSMEs, and innovators in defence and security. Inception: It was launched on August 4, 2018 by the… Continue reading Defence India Start-up Challenge (DISC-14) and ADITI Challenge under iDEX Framework
Indian Ocean Ship (IOS) SAGAR initiative
News: Indian Navy has commenced the second edition of the Indian Ocean Ship (IOS) SAGAR initiative from 16th March 2026. About Indian Ocean Ship (IOS) SAGAR initiative It is a unique operational engagement programme which enables naval personnel from friendly foreign countries to train and sail together aboard Indian naval ships to foster interoperability and… Continue reading Indian Ocean Ship (IOS) SAGAR initiative
Sejjil missile
News: Iran has used Sejjil missile for the first time in the ongoing conflict with the United States and Israel. About Sejjil missile It is a two-stage, solid-fuel medium-range ballistic missile (MRBM) developed domestically by Iran. Successor of: It is a successor to older liquid-fuel missiles such as the Shahab series. It was fired during… Continue reading Sejjil missile
Light Combat Helicopter PRACHAND
News: The President of India undertook a sortie in the indigenous Light Combat Helicopter PRACHAND at Air Force Station Jaisalmer, Rajasthan. About Light Combat Helicopter PRACHAND About: Light Combat Helicopters (LCH) ‘Prachand’ is India’s first indigenously designed and manufactured multirole attack helicopter. The name ‘Prachand’ means “fierce,” “powerful,” or “intense” in Sanskrit. Developed by: Hindustan Aeronautics… Continue reading Light Combat Helicopter PRACHAND
Israel’s Multi-layered Defence Against Iranian Missiles
News: Israel has multi-layered air defences against Iranian ballistic missiles, an umbrella it may need to lean on as the United States and Iran teeter toward potential military conflict that could draw Iranian attacks on Israeli territory. About Israel’s Multi-layered Defence Against Iranian Missiles About ARROW The long-range Arrow-2 and Arrow-3 interceptors, developed by Israel,… Continue reading Israel’s Multi-layered Defence Against Iranian Missiles
Tangkhul Hui and Kombai Breeds
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
