News: Iran has recently employed the Kheibar Shekan Missile in coordinated attacks, demonstrating its operational adaptability and effectiveness against advanced adversaries. About Kheibar Shekan Missile Aspects Description About It is an Iranian medium-range ballistic missile, which was unveiled by the Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps (IRGC) in 2022. The name “Kheybar Shekan” translates to “Breaker of… Continue reading Kheibar Shekan Missile
Category: Defence
Airborne Early Warning & Control (AEW&C) MKII Programme
News: The DRDO has signed agreements with AI Engineering Services Limited and Adani Defence Systems and Technologies Limited to advance the Airborne Early Warning & Control (AEW&C) Mk-II programme. About Airborne Early Warning & Control (AEW&C) Mk-II programme The Airborne Early Warning & Control (AEW&C) MKII Programme is India’s next-generation airborne surveillance programme being developed… Continue reading Airborne Early Warning & Control (AEW&C) MKII Programme
Tramadol Hydrochloride
News: The Central Bureau of Narcotics (CBN) stopped the illegal diversion of 12 crore high-strength Tramadol Hydrochloride tablets during Operation Vajra and arrested three accused. About Tramadol Hydrochloride Tramadol Hydrochloride is a psychotropic substance and a synthetic analogue of codeine. Uses: It is used for the treatment of moderate to severe pain and is considered a… Continue reading Tramadol Hydrochloride
Operation Vajra and Mephedrone (MD)
News: The Central Bureau of Narcotics (CBN) dismantled an interstate Mephedrone manufacturing laboratory in Pune. About Operation Vajra Operation Vajra is an operation against an interstate synthetic drug trafficking syndicate led by the Central Bureau of Narcotics (CBN). Led by: The operation was carried out by the Preventive Branch of the Central Bureau of Narcotics (CBN),… Continue reading Operation Vajra and Mephedrone (MD)
Underwater Fiber Optic Sensing System (UFOSS)
News: DRDO has invited industry partners to develop and deploy the Underwater Fiber Optic Sensing System (UFOSS) for continuous submarine surveillance. About Underwater Fiber Optic Sensing System (UFOSS) Underwater Fiber Optic Sensing System (UFOSS): It is a fixed network of undersea sensors that provides round-the-clock monitoring of underwater submarine activity. Developed by: It is being… Continue reading Underwater Fiber Optic Sensing System (UFOSS)
INS Trikand
News: Indian Naval Ship INS Trikand will participate in the 58th National Day celebrations of Mauritius. About INS Trikand INS Trikand is a stealth frigate of the Indian Navy. It is the last of the three “Follow-On Talwar Class” frigates. Built by: It was built in the Russian Federation. Commission year: It was commissioned into… Continue reading INS Trikand
‘VIJAY’ Vision For a Technology-Driven Future Force
News: General Dhiraj Seth takes over as the 31st Chief of the Army Staff and unveils the ‘VIJAY’ vision aimed at building a technologically advanced and future-ready force. About ‘VIJAY’ Vision For a Technology-Driven Future Force ‘VIJAY’ is an acronym that defines the key priorities that will guide the Army’s future transformation. The acronym represents… Continue reading ‘VIJAY’ Vision For a Technology-Driven Future Force
Project BRAHMANK
News: Project BRAHMANK of the Border Roads Organisation (BRO) celebrated its 16th Raising Day on 29 June 2026 at Ranaghat, Arunachal Pradesh. About Project BRAHMANK Project BRAHMANK is a specialized engineering and infrastructure development unit that builds and maintains strategic infrastructure in frontier areas. Operates under: It operates under the Border Roads Organisation (BRO). Establishment: The project… Continue reading Project BRAHMANK
Delegation of Financial Powers to DRDO (DFP-2026)
News: Raksha Mantri Rajnath Singh released the Delegation of Financial Powers to DRDO (DFP-2026) on June 29, 2026, as a major administrative reform. About Delegation of Financial Powers to DRDO (DFP-2026) Delegation of Financial Powers to DRDO (DFP-2026) is a major administrative reform that decentralizes financial decision-making to accelerate strategic defence R&D projects. Launched by: It was… Continue reading Delegation of Financial Powers to DRDO (DFP-2026)
ICGS Akshay
News: India inducted ICGS Akshay, a new-generation indigenous Fast Patrol Vessel, into the Indian Coast Guard at Goa Shipyard Limited in Goa. About ICGS Akshay Indian Coast Guard Ship (ICGS) Akshay is a 52-m-long indigenous Fast Patrol Vessel built to strengthen India’s maritime security capabilities. Naming: The vessel is named Akshay, which means “Indestructible.” Built by: The… Continue reading ICGS Akshay
