The 23rd edition of the Varuna 2025 bilateral naval exercise between India and France commenced on March 19, 2025, in the Arabian Sea. This annual exercise, which has been a key aspect of Indo-French defence relations, aims to enhance interoperability, strategic coordination, and operational efficiency between the two navies. With the participation of advanced warships,…
24th BIMSTEC Senior Officials Meeting (SOM) – Key Highlights and Discussions Introduction to BIMSTECThe 24th BIMSTEC Senior Officials Meeting (SOM) was held to discuss and strengthen cooperation between the member countries of the Bay of Bengal Initiative for Multi-Sectoral Technical and Economic Cooperation (BIMSTEC). This regional organization is aimed at fostering economic cooperation and regional…
Prime Minister Modi Inaugurates Key Projects for Maha Kumbh Preparation in Prayagraj Introduction to the Inauguration CeremonyOn December 13, 2024, Prime Minister Narendra Modi inaugurated several key infrastructure projects in Prayagraj, Uttar Pradesh, as part of preparations for the 2025 Maha Kumbh Mela. The projects aim to enhance the city’s infrastructure, ease the flow of…
Israel Deploys C-Dome Defense System Against Aerial Threat Near Eilat Israel has recently deployed its advanced C-Dome defense system to counter potential aerial threats near the city of Eilat. The decision comes amidst rising tensions and security concerns in the region. The C-Dome system, developed by Israel Aerospace Industries (IAI) in collaboration with the Israeli…
Manipur Government Extends AFSPA in Hill Districts for 6 Months The Manipur state government has recently made a significant decision to extend the application of the Armed Forces Special Powers Act (AFSPA) in the hill districts of the state for an additional six months. This move has generated substantial discussions and debates, especially among candidates…
QR Code-based ePass Launched by CJI Chandrachud for Entry at Supreme Court The Chief Justice of India, Justice N.V. Ramana, along with Justice D.Y. Chandrachud, has introduced a groundbreaking initiative at the Supreme Court by launching a QR code-based ePass system for entry into the court premises. This move comes as a significant step towards…
Operation Kaveri Launched to Evacuate Indians from Sudan The Indian government has launched “Operation Kaveri” to evacuate its citizens from Sudan. The operation was launched after the political crisis in Sudan, which has resulted in violence and turmoil in the country. This move by the Indian government is seen as a step towards ensuring the…
Quad Summit Australia | Australia to Host Third In-Person Quad Summit Quad Summit Australia | The Quadrilateral Security Dialogue, also known as the Quad, is a strategic forum comprising India, Japan, the United States, and Australia. The Quad was established in 2007 but was later disbanded due to concerns about upsetting China. It was revived…
India Hosts Quad Foreign Ministers’ Meeting On 3 March 2023, the Quad foreign ministers’ meeting was held in New Delhi, where the foreign ministers of India, the United States, Japan, and Australia participated. The Quad, short for the Quadrilateral Security Dialogue, was formed in 2007 to counter China’s growing influence in the Indo-Pacific region. Since…
World Security Congress : 18th World Security Congress Begins in Jaipur The 18th World Security Congress (WSC) started in Jaipur on 22nd April 2023. The two-day conference is being organized by the Institute of Defense Studies and Analyses (IDSA) in collaboration with the Rajasthan government. The conference is being held with the theme “New Approaches…
