{"id":37299,"date":"2025-08-18T15:22:24","date_gmt":"2025-08-18T09:52:24","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/edunovations.com\/currentaffairs\/?p=37299"},"modified":"2025-08-18T15:22:26","modified_gmt":"2025-08-18T09:52:26","slug":"slinex%e2%80%9125","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/edunovations.com\/currentaffairs\/national\/slinex%e2%80%9125\/","title":{"rendered":"SLINEX\u201125: Indian Naval Ships in Sri Lanka Strengthening Maritime Cooperation"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<div id=\"ez-toc-container\" class=\"ez-toc-v2_0_82_2 counter-hierarchy ez-toc-counter ez-toc-grey ez-toc-container-direction\">\n<div class=\"ez-toc-title-container\">\n<p class=\"ez-toc-title\" style=\"cursor:inherit\">Table of Contents<\/p>\n<span class=\"ez-toc-title-toggle\"><a href=\"#\" class=\"ez-toc-pull-right ez-toc-btn ez-toc-btn-xs ez-toc-btn-default ez-toc-toggle\" aria-label=\"Toggle Table of Content\"><span class=\"ez-toc-js-icon-con\"><span class=\"\"><span class=\"eztoc-hide\" 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class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-1\" href=\"https:\/\/edunovations.com\/currentaffairs\/national\/slinex%e2%80%9125\/#SLINEX%E2%80%9125_Indian_naval_ships_INS_Rana_and_INS_Jyoti_arrived_in_Colombo_Sri_Lanka_to_strengthen_maritime_cooperation_and_interoperability_under_MAHASAGAR_policy\" >SLINEX\u201125: Indian naval ships INS Rana and INS Jyoti arrived in Colombo, Sri Lanka to strengthen maritime cooperation and interoperability under MAHASAGAR policy.<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-2\" href=\"https:\/\/edunovations.com\/currentaffairs\/national\/slinex%e2%80%9125\/#Indian_Naval_Ships_Arrived_in_Sri_Lanka_for_SLINEX-25\" >Indian Naval Ships Arrived in Sri Lanka for SLINEX-25<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-3\" href=\"https:\/\/edunovations.com\/currentaffairs\/national\/slinex%e2%80%9125\/#Exercise_Overview_Indian_Naval_Presence_in_Colombo\" >Exercise Overview: Indian Naval Presence in Colombo<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-4\" href=\"https:\/\/edunovations.com\/currentaffairs\/national\/slinex%e2%80%9125\/#Phase_Structure_Harbour_and_Sea_Operations\" >Phase Structure: Harbour and Sea Operations<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-5\" href=\"https:\/\/edunovations.com\/currentaffairs\/national\/slinex%e2%80%9125\/#Participants_Ships_and_Special_Forces\" >Participants: Ships and Special Forces<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-6\" href=\"https:\/\/edunovations.com\/currentaffairs\/national\/slinex%e2%80%9125\/#Harbour_Phase_Activities\" >Harbour Phase Activities<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-7\" href=\"https:\/\/edunovations.com\/currentaffairs\/national\/slinex%e2%80%9125\/#Sea_Phase_Drills_and_Tactical_Exercises\" >Sea Phase Drills and Tactical Exercises<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-8\" href=\"https:\/\/edunovations.com\/currentaffairs\/national\/slinex%e2%80%9125\/#Strategic_Context_Reinforcing_IOR_Security\" >Strategic Context: Reinforcing IOR Security<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-9\" href=\"https:\/\/edunovations.com\/currentaffairs\/national\/slinex%e2%80%9125\/#Why_This_News_Is_Important\" >Why This News Is Important<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-10\" href=\"https:\/\/edunovations.com\/currentaffairs\/national\/slinex%e2%80%9125\/#Enhances_India%E2%80%93Sri_Lanka_Strategic_Partnership\" >Enhances India\u2013Sri Lanka Strategic Partnership<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-11\" href=\"https:\/\/edunovations.com\/currentaffairs\/national\/slinex%e2%80%9125\/#Operational_Readiness_Interoperability\" >Operational Readiness &amp; Interoperability<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-12\" href=\"https:\/\/edunovations.com\/currentaffairs\/national\/slinex%e2%80%9125\/#Reflects_Indias_MAHASAGAR_Policy_in_Action\" >Reflects India\u2019s MAHASAGAR Policy in Action<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-13\" href=\"https:\/\/edunovations.com\/currentaffairs\/national\/slinex%e2%80%9125\/#Importance_for_Defence_and_UPSC_Aspirants\" >Importance for Defence and UPSC Aspirants<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-14\" href=\"https:\/\/edunovations.com\/currentaffairs\/national\/slinex%e2%80%9125\/#Exam-Relevant_Insight_into_Bilateral_Maritime_Exercises\" >Exam-Relevant Insight into Bilateral Maritime Exercises<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-15\" href=\"https:\/\/edunovations.com\/currentaffairs\/national\/slinex%e2%80%9125\/#Historical_Context_The_Evolution_of_SLINEX\" >Historical Context: The Evolution of SLINEX<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-16\" href=\"https:\/\/edunovations.com\/currentaffairs\/national\/slinex%e2%80%9125\/#Inception_and_Growth_Since_2005\" >Inception and Growth Since 2005<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-17\" href=\"https:\/\/edunovations.com\/currentaffairs\/national\/slinex%e2%80%9125\/#Past_Editions_and_Patterns\" >Past Editions and Patterns<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-18\" href=\"https:\/\/edunovations.com\/currentaffairs\/national\/slinex%e2%80%9125\/#Key_Takeaways_from_%E2%80%9CIndian_Naval_Ships_Arrived_in_Sri_Lanka_for_SLINEX-25%E2%80%9D\" >Key Takeaways from &#8220;Indian Naval Ships Arrived in Sri Lanka for SLINEX-25&#8221;<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-19\" href=\"https:\/\/edunovations.com\/currentaffairs\/national\/slinex%e2%80%9125\/#FAQs_on_Indian_Naval_Ships_Arrival_for_SLINEX%E2%80%9125\" >FAQs on Indian Naval Ships Arrival for SLINEX\u201125<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-20\" href=\"https:\/\/edunovations.com\/currentaffairs\/national\/slinex%e2%80%9125\/#Some_Important_Current_Affairs_Links\" >Some Important Current Affairs Links<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/nav><\/div>\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"SLINEX%E2%80%9125_Indian_naval_ships_INS_Rana_and_INS_Jyoti_arrived_in_Colombo_Sri_Lanka_to_strengthen_maritime_cooperation_and_interoperability_under_MAHASAGAR_policy\"><\/span>SLINEX\u201125: Indian naval ships INS Rana and INS Jyoti arrived in Colombo, Sri Lanka to strengthen maritime cooperation and interoperability under MAHASAGAR policy.<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Indian_Naval_Ships_Arrived_in_Sri_Lanka_for_SLINEX-25\"><\/span>Indian Naval Ships Arrived in Sri Lanka for SLINEX-25<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Exercise_Overview_Indian_Naval_Presence_in_Colombo\"><\/span>Exercise Overview: Indian Naval Presence in Colombo<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>The Sri Lanka\u2013India Naval Exercise, <strong>SLINEX-25<\/strong>, commenced with the arrival of <strong>INS Rana<\/strong>, a guided-missile destroyer, and <strong>INS Jyoti<\/strong>, a fleet tanker, in Colombo. Held from <strong>14 to 18 August 2025<\/strong>, this 12th edition exemplifies the deepening maritime cooperation between India and Sri Lanka under the strategic <strong>MAHASAGAR<\/strong> initiative\u2014India\u2019s policy aimed at mutual holistic advancement for regional maritime security and growth <\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Phase_Structure_Harbour_and_Sea_Operations\"><\/span>Phase Structure: Harbour and Sea Operations<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>The exercise is organised into two main phases: the <strong>Harbour Phase<\/strong> in Colombo from <strong>14 to 16 August<\/strong>, and the <strong>Sea Phase<\/strong> from <strong>17 to 18 August<\/strong>, conducted in the adjoining maritime zones <\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Participants_Ships_and_Special_Forces\"><\/span>Participants: Ships and Special Forces<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>The Indian Navy\u2019s delegation includes <strong>INS Rana<\/strong> (147 m, ~300 crew, commanded by Captain KP Sreesan) and <strong>INS Jyoti<\/strong> (180.16 m, ~200 crew, commanded by Captain Chetan R Upadhyay) Sri Lanka is represented by <strong>SLNS Gajabahu<\/strong> and <strong>SLNS Vijayabahu<\/strong>, both advance offshore patrol vessels  Special Forces from both navies will also take part <\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Harbour_Phase_Activities\"><\/span>Harbour Phase Activities<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>The Harbour Phase emphasises <strong>professional exchanges<\/strong>, including Subject Matter Expert Exchanges (SMEE), discussions on best practices, cultural engagement, yoga sessions, and sporting events\u2014all aimed at reinforcing camaraderie and institutional ties <\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Sea_Phase_Drills_and_Tactical_Exercises\"><\/span>Sea Phase Drills and Tactical Exercises<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>The Sea Phase focuses on operational drills such as <strong>gunnery firing serials<\/strong>, <strong>communication protocols<\/strong>, <strong>navigation and seamanship evolutions<\/strong>, <strong>Visit-Board-Search-Seizure (VBSS)<\/strong> operations, and <strong>at-sea replenishment\/fueling<\/strong>, simulating real-world maritime collaboration<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Strategic_Context_Reinforcing_IOR_Security\"><\/span>Strategic Context: Reinforcing IOR Security<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>SLINEX-25 reinforces India\u2013Sri Lanka maritime synergy, aligning with the <strong>MAHASAGAR<\/strong> policy and bolstering regional naval coordination within the <strong>Indian Ocean Region (IOR)<\/strong>. This exercise strengthens mutual trust, interoperability, and collective readiness to address shared security challenges <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>In sum, SLINEX-25 is a comprehensive and well-structured naval exercise fostering strategic cooperation, operational integration, and goodwill between the navies of India and Sri Lanka.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-large is-resized\" id=\"SLINEX\u201125\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/encrypted-tbn0.gstatic.com\/images?q=tbn:ANd9GcTb6kQtWuWF1w7j5N3m68IyfvizZdpcjYvkng&amp;s\" alt=\"SLINEX\u201125\" style=\"width:553px;height:auto\" title=\"SLINEX\u201125\"\/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">SLINEX\u201125<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Why_This_News_Is_Important\"><\/span>Why This News Is Important<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Enhances_India%E2%80%93Sri_Lanka_Strategic_Partnership\"><\/span>Enhances India\u2013Sri Lanka Strategic Partnership<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>SLINEX-25 demonstrates a deepening commitment to bilateral maritime collaboration. For aspirants preparing for competitive exams\u2014especially in defence, civil services, and allied fields\u2014understanding such regional security partnerships is critical for questions on foreign policy and strategic relations.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Operational_Readiness_Interoperability\"><\/span>Operational Readiness &amp; Interoperability<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>The exercise enhances real-time operational integration through drills like VBSS, gunnery firing, and naval replenishment. These aspects are essential for exam topics related to <strong>maritime security<\/strong>, <strong>defence preparedness<\/strong>, and <strong>joint operations<\/strong>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Reflects_Indias_MAHASAGAR_Policy_in_Action\"><\/span>Reflects India\u2019s MAHASAGAR Policy in Action<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>SLINEX-25 is a practical manifestation of India\u2019s MAHASAGAR strategy\u2014Mutual and Holistic Advancement for Security and Growth Across Regions\u2014highlighting India\u2019s role in nurturing regional stability and cooperation across maritime boundaries.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Importance_for_Defence_and_UPSC_Aspirants\"><\/span>Importance for Defence and UPSC Aspirants<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Strengthening India\u2019s maritime diplomacy and readiness has direct relevance to the <strong>Indian Ocean Region (IOR)<\/strong> security dynamics. Questions in current affairs for <strong>UPSC<\/strong>, <strong>Civil Services<\/strong>, <strong>NDA<\/strong>, <strong>CAPF<\/strong>, and <strong>Defence<\/strong> aspirants often cover these themes.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Exam-Relevant_Insight_into_Bilateral_Maritime_Exercises\"><\/span>Exam-Relevant Insight into Bilateral Maritime Exercises<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>This exercise underlines evolving defence strategies and soft-power diplomacy\u2014both of which are key areas in general studies syllabi. It highlights how routine but strategic engagements form the backbone of regional security frameworks.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Historical_Context_The_Evolution_of_SLINEX\"><\/span>Historical Context: The Evolution of SLINEX<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Inception_and_Growth_Since_2005\"><\/span>Inception and Growth Since 2005<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>SLINEX, first conducted in <strong>2005<\/strong>, marked the beginning of India\u2013Sri Lanka naval cooperation. Over two decades, it has matured into a vital maritime exercise, reinforcing bilateral ties and operational synergy <\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Past_Editions_and_Patterns\"><\/span>Past Editions and Patterns<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>SLINEX-24 (2024)<\/strong> took place in <strong>Visakhapatnam<\/strong> from 17 to 20 December. It included Harbour and Sea phases and featured <strong>INS Sumitra<\/strong> and <strong>SLNS Sayura<\/strong>, both embarked with Special Forces, engaging in drills like communication, gunnery, and helicopter operations<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>SLINEX-25 (2025)<\/strong> continues this tradition, but is held in <strong>Colombo<\/strong>, representing a geographic shift that reflects strengthened mutual trust and strategic coverage across the <strong>Indian Ocean Region (IOR)<\/strong> <\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Key_Takeaways_from_%E2%80%9CIndian_Naval_Ships_Arrived_in_Sri_Lanka_for_SLINEX-25%E2%80%9D\"><\/span>Key Takeaways from &#8220;Indian Naval Ships Arrived in Sri Lanka for SLINEX-25&#8221;<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-table\"><table class=\"has-fixed-layout\"><thead><tr><th>Sl. No.<\/th><th>Key Takeaway<\/th><\/tr><\/thead><tbody><tr><td>1<\/td><td><strong>SLINEX-25<\/strong>, the 12th edition of the Sri Lanka\u2013India Naval Exercise, was held from <strong>14\u201318 August 2025<\/strong> in <strong>Colombo<\/strong>.<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>2<\/td><td><strong>Participants:<\/strong> Indian Navy deployed <strong>INS Rana<\/strong> and <strong>INS Jyoti<\/strong>; Sri Lanka contributed <strong>SLNS Gajabahu<\/strong> and <strong>SLNS Vijayabahu<\/strong>, with Special Forces from both navies involved.<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>3<\/td><td>Exercise divided into <strong>Harbour Phase (14\u201316 Aug)<\/strong> focusing on cultural and professional exchanges, and <strong>Sea Phase (17\u201318 Aug)<\/strong> involving operational drills like VBSS, gunnery, navigation, and at-sea replenishment.<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>4<\/td><td>Reflects implementation of India\u2019s <strong>MAHASAGAR<\/strong> policy\u2014Mutual and Holistic Advancement for Security and Growth Across Regions\u2014enhancing IOR maritime security and cooperation.<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>5<\/td><td>Demonstrates strategic maritime interoperability, mutual trust, and operational readiness\u2014key themes for government exams in sectors such as <strong>defence<\/strong>, <strong>civil services<\/strong>, and <strong>police<\/strong>.<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">SLINEX\u201125<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"FAQs_on_Indian_Naval_Ships_Arrival_for_SLINEX%E2%80%9125\"><\/span>FAQs on Indian Naval Ships Arrival for SLINEX\u201125<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Q1: What is SLINEX\u201125?<\/strong><br>A1: SLINEX\u201125 is the 12th edition of the <strong>Sri Lanka\u2013India Naval Exercise<\/strong>, conducted from 14\u201318 August 2025 to strengthen maritime cooperation between India and Sri Lanka.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Q2: Which Indian Navy ships participated in SLINEX\u201125?<\/strong><br>A2: <strong>INS\u202fRana<\/strong>, a guided-missile destroyer, and <strong>INS\u202fJyoti<\/strong>, a fleet tanker, participated from the Indian Navy.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Q3: Which Sri Lankan ships participated in this exercise?<\/strong><br>A3: <strong>SLNS\u202fGajabahu<\/strong> and <strong>SLNS\u202fVijayabahu<\/strong>, both advanced offshore patrol vessels, represented the Sri Lankan Navy.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Q4: What are the two phases of SLINEX\u201125?<\/strong><br>A4: The exercise is divided into <strong>Harbour Phase (14\u201316 Aug)<\/strong> focusing on professional and cultural exchanges, and <strong>Sea Phase (17\u201318 Aug)<\/strong> involving operational drills like gunnery, navigation, and VBSS operations.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Q5: What is the strategic importance of SLINEX\u201125?<\/strong><br>A5: It enhances <strong>India\u2013Sri Lanka maritime cooperation<\/strong>, strengthens interoperability, supports the <strong>MAHASAGAR policy<\/strong>, and contributes to <strong>Indian Ocean Region security<\/strong>, making it relevant for defence, civil services, and government exam aspirants.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Q6: Where was SLINEX\u201125 conducted?<\/strong><br>A6: The exercise was conducted in <strong>Colombo, Sri Lanka<\/strong>, including nearby maritime zones.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Q7: Who commanded INS\u202fRana and INS\u202fJyoti?<\/strong><br>A7: <strong>INS\u202fRana<\/strong> was commanded by <strong>Captain KP Sreesan<\/strong>, and <strong>INS\u202fJyoti<\/strong> by <strong>Captain Chetan R Upadhyay<\/strong>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><br><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Some_Important_Current_Affairs_Links\"><\/span>Some Important Current Affairs Links<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-buttons is-layout-flex wp-block-buttons-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-button is-style-outline 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