{"id":38612,"date":"2025-09-12T19:19:42","date_gmt":"2025-09-12T13:49:42","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/edunovations.com\/currentaffairs\/?p=38612"},"modified":"2025-09-12T19:19:46","modified_gmt":"2025-09-12T13:49:46","slug":"indian-navy-lsam%e2%80%9125-actcm","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/edunovations.com\/currentaffairs\/defence\/indian-navy-lsam%e2%80%9125-actcm\/","title":{"rendered":"Indian Navy LSAM\u201125 ACTCM Barge Launch 2025: Boost to Maritime Logistics &amp; Self-Reliance"},"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\" style=\"display:none;\">Toggle<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-icon-toggle-span\"><svg style=\"fill: #999;color:#999\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" class=\"list-377408\" width=\"20px\" height=\"20px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" fill=\"none\"><path d=\"M6 6H4v2h2V6zm14 0H8v2h12V6zM4 11h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2zM4 16h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2z\" fill=\"currentColor\"><\/path><\/svg><svg style=\"fill: #999;color:#999\" class=\"arrow-unsorted-368013\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" width=\"10px\" height=\"10px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" version=\"1.2\" baseProfile=\"tiny\"><path d=\"M18.2 9.3l-6.2-6.3-6.2 6.3c-.2.2-.3.4-.3.7s.1.5.3.7c.2.2.4.3.7.3h11c.3 0 .5-.1.7-.3.2-.2.3-.5.3-.7s-.1-.5-.3-.7zM5.8 14.7l6.2 6.3 6.2-6.3c.2-.2.3-.5.3-.7s-.1-.5-.3-.7c-.2-.2-.4-.3-.7-.3h-11c-.3 0-.5.1-.7.3-.2.2-.3.5-.3.7s.1.5.3.7z\"\/><\/svg><\/span><\/span><\/span><\/a><\/span><\/div>\n<nav><ul class='ez-toc-list ez-toc-list-level-1 ' ><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-1\" href=\"https:\/\/edunovations.com\/currentaffairs\/defence\/indian-navy-lsam%e2%80%9125-actcm\/#Indian_Navy_LSAM%E2%80%9125_ACTCM_barge_launched_in_2025_to_strengthen_maritime_logistics_Fully_indigenously_designed_tested_by_NSTL_classified_by_IRS_supporting_Make_in_India_and_Aatmanirbhar_Bharat_initiatives\" >Indian Navy LSAM\u201125 ACTCM barge launched in 2025 to strengthen maritime logistics. Fully indigenously designed, tested by NSTL, classified by IRS, supporting Make in India and Aatmanirbhar Bharat initiatives.<\/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\/defence\/indian-navy-lsam%e2%80%9125-actcm\/#Indian_Navy_Launches_11th_ACTCM_Barge_LSAM-25_%E2%80%94_A_Boost_to_Maritime_Logistics_self-reliance\" >Indian Navy Launches 11th ACTCM Barge LSAM-25 \u2014 A Boost to Maritime Logistics &amp; self-reliance<\/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\/defence\/indian-navy-lsam%e2%80%9125-actcm\/#What_is_LSAM-25_ACTCM_Barge\" >What is LSAM-25 ACTCM Barge?<\/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\/defence\/indian-navy-lsam%e2%80%9125-actcm\/#Who_Built_It_Under_What_Contract\" >Who Built It &amp; Under What Contract?<\/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\/defence\/indian-navy-lsam%e2%80%9125-actcm\/#Status_of_the_Project_Utilisation\" >Status of the Project &amp; Utilisation<\/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\/defence\/indian-navy-lsam%e2%80%9125-actcm\/#Significance_for_%E2%80%9CMake_in_India%E2%80%9D_Aatmanirbhar_Bharat\" >Significance for \u201cMake in India\u201d &amp; Aatmanirbhar Bharat<\/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\/defence\/indian-navy-lsam%e2%80%9125-actcm\/#Potential_Operational_Impact_Strategic_Role\" >Potential Operational Impact &amp; Strategic Role<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-8\" href=\"https:\/\/edunovations.com\/currentaffairs\/defence\/indian-navy-lsam%e2%80%9125-actcm\/#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-9\" href=\"https:\/\/edunovations.com\/currentaffairs\/defence\/indian-navy-lsam%e2%80%9125-actcm\/#Enhances_Operational_Readiness\" >Enhances Operational Readiness<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-10\" href=\"https:\/\/edunovations.com\/currentaffairs\/defence\/indian-navy-lsam%e2%80%9125-actcm\/#Strengthens_Self-Reliance_Indigenous_Defence_Ecosystem\" >Strengthens Self-Reliance &amp; Indigenous Defence Ecosystem<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-11\" href=\"https:\/\/edunovations.com\/currentaffairs\/defence\/indian-navy-lsam%e2%80%9125-actcm\/#Historical_Context\" >Historical Context<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-12\" href=\"https:\/\/edunovations.com\/currentaffairs\/defence\/indian-navy-lsam%e2%80%9125-actcm\/#Early_Dependence_on_Support_Craft\" >Early Dependence on Support Craft<\/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\/defence\/indian-navy-lsam%e2%80%9125-actcm\/#Make_in_India_Policy_Shifts\" >Make in India &amp; Policy Shifts<\/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\/defence\/indian-navy-lsam%e2%80%9125-actcm\/#The_ACTCM_Barges_Project\" >The ACTCM Barges Project<\/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\/defence\/indian-navy-lsam%e2%80%9125-actcm\/#Key_Takeaways_from_ACTCM_Barge_LSAM-25_Launch\" >Key Takeaways from ACTCM Barge LSAM-25 Launch<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-16\" href=\"https:\/\/edunovations.com\/currentaffairs\/defence\/indian-navy-lsam%e2%80%9125-actcm\/#FAQs_Frequently_Asked_Questions\" >FAQs: Frequently Asked Questions<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-17\" href=\"https:\/\/edunovations.com\/currentaffairs\/defence\/indian-navy-lsam%e2%80%9125-actcm\/#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=\"Indian_Navy_LSAM%E2%80%9125_ACTCM_barge_launched_in_2025_to_strengthen_maritime_logistics_Fully_indigenously_designed_tested_by_NSTL_classified_by_IRS_supporting_Make_in_India_and_Aatmanirbhar_Bharat_initiatives\"><\/span>Indian Navy LSAM\u201125 ACTCM barge launched in 2025 to strengthen maritime logistics. Fully indigenously designed, tested by NSTL, classified by IRS, supporting Make in India and Aatmanirbhar Bharat initiatives.<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Indian_Navy_Launches_11th_ACTCM_Barge_LSAM-25_%E2%80%94_A_Boost_to_Maritime_Logistics_self-reliance\"><\/span>Indian Navy Launches 11th ACTCM Barge LSAM-25 \u2014 A Boost to Maritime Logistics &amp; self-reliance<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"What_is_LSAM-25_ACTCM_Barge\"><\/span>What is LSAM-25 ACTCM Barge?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>On 8 September 2025, the Indian Navy launched its <strong>11th Ammunition-Cum-Torpedo-Cum-Missile (ACTCM) Barge<\/strong>, named <strong>LSAM-25 (Yard 135)<\/strong>, at Thane. ACTCM barges are support vessels designed to carry ammunition, torpedoes, missiles and related stores to warships, thereby ensuring operational readiness and logistics support. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Who_Built_It_Under_What_Contract\"><\/span>Who Built It &amp; Under What Contract?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>The contract to build <strong>eleven ACTCM barges<\/strong> was awarded on <strong>5 March 2021<\/strong> to an MSME shipyard, <strong>M\/s Suryadipta Projects Pvt Ltd, Thane<\/strong>. Design work was done with collaboration of an Indian ship design firm and classification by the <strong>Indian Register of Shipping (IRS)<\/strong>. For seaworthiness, model testing was performed at the <strong>Naval Science and Technological Laboratory (NSTL), Visakhapatnam<\/strong>. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Status_of_the_Project_Utilisation\"><\/span>Status of the Project &amp; Utilisation<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Out of the eleven barges in the contract, <strong>ten have already been delivered<\/strong> and are in use by the Indian Navy for its operational evolutions. The launch of the <strong>11th barge LSAM-25<\/strong> completes the building phase under this contract.  These barges are active support assets, helping enable logistics operations including supply of weapons and ammunition to naval vessels.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Significance_for_%E2%80%9CMake_in_India%E2%80%9D_Aatmanirbhar_Bharat\"><\/span>Significance for \u201cMake in India\u201d &amp; Aatmanirbhar Bharat<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>These barges have been <strong>indigenously designed and built<\/strong>, making them a strong example of the \u201cMake in India\u201d and <strong>Aatmanirbhar Bharat<\/strong> (self-reliant India) initiatives.The involvement of MSME shipyards, local design firms, Indian regulatory and testing agencies underscores the intent of reducing dependence on foreign technology, boosting internal industrial capability.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Potential_Operational_Impact_Strategic_Role\"><\/span>Potential Operational Impact &amp; Strategic Role<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>ACTCM barges such as LSAM-25 enhance the Indian Navy\u2019s capability in several ways:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>They ensure that warships can receive ammunition, missiles and torpedoes safely, especially when operating at sea or in remote locations.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>By improving logistics and supply chains, they contribute to faster turnaround times, sustained maritime operations, and increased readiness.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>They help in reducing logistic vulnerabilities in wartime or crisis, especially where transport and supply lines might be disrupted.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\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=\"Indian-Navy-LSAM\u201125-ACTCM\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/encrypted-tbn0.gstatic.com\/images?q=tbn:ANd9GcS14iUJWDl9udN6GrT2IE6w0rzmHQj8Y2WK9A&amp;s\" alt=\"Indian Navy LSAM\u201125 ACTCM\" style=\"width:491px;height:auto\" title=\"Indian Navy LSAM\u201125 ACTCM\"\/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Indian Navy LSAM\u201125 ACTCM<\/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_Operational_Readiness\"><\/span>Enhances Operational Readiness<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Support vessels like ACTCM barges are often overlooked but are <strong>vital lifelines<\/strong> for naval operations. Without timely supply of ammunition, missiles, torpedoes, and other essential stores, even the most advanced warship becomes ineffective. The launch of LSAM-25 fills the final slot in this batch, completing the fleet of eleven, thus boosting the Indian Navy\u2019s operational readiness and logistic backbone.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Strengthens_Self-Reliance_Indigenous_Defence_Ecosystem\"><\/span>Strengthens Self-Reliance &amp; Indigenous Defence Ecosystem<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>India&#8217;s defence policy in recent years has emphasized <strong>self-reliance<\/strong> \u2014 Aatmanirbhar Bharat \u2014 and leveraging MSMEs and private industry in strategic sectors. The ACTCM project is fully indigenous in design, construction, and testing for seaworthiness, demonstrating that private and small to medium scale units can contribute substantially to defence infrastructure. This not only reduces import dependency, but also enhances technology absorption, employment, and skills in the domestic sector.<\/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\"><\/span>Historical Context<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Early_Dependence_on_Support_Craft\"><\/span>Early Dependence on Support Craft<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Since independence, the Indian Navy has consistently needed support and auxiliary vessels\u2014fuel, supply, ammunition barges. In early decades, many such vessels were either imported or built in limited capacity by government shipyards.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Make_in_India_Policy_Shifts\"><\/span>Make in India &amp; Policy Shifts<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>With the launch of the <strong>Make in India<\/strong> initiative in 2014, followed by Aatmanirbhar Bharat more recently, the government has sought to promote indigenous manufacturing across defence sectors. Contracts to MSMEs, private firms, encouraging domestic design, testing, and regulatory certification all form part of this shift.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"The_ACTCM_Barges_Project\"><\/span>The ACTCM Barges Project<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>In March 2021, the Indian MoD contracted with Suryadipta Projects Pvt Ltd for <strong>eleven ACTCM barges<\/strong>.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>In parallel, eight \u201cMissile-Cum-Ammunition (MCA)\u201d barges are being built by another MSME, SECON Engineering Projects Pvt Ltd, Visakhapatnam. <\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Model testing at NSTL and classification by IRS are steps that ensure standards and safety.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Over 2023-2025, nine or ten barges had already been delivered. The recent launch (LSAM-25) marks the conclusion of deliveries under the Suryadipta contract.<\/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_ACTCM_Barge_LSAM-25_Launch\"><\/span>Key Takeaways from ACTCM Barge LSAM-25 Launch<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>Serial No.<\/th><th>Key Takeaway<\/th><\/tr><\/thead><tbody><tr><td>1<\/td><td><strong>Launch Date &amp; Project Completion<\/strong>: LSAM-25, the 11th ACTCM barge, was launched on 8 September 2025 at Thane, completing the contract for eleven barges. <\/td><\/tr><tr><td>2<\/td><td><strong>Builder &amp; Contracting Entity<\/strong>: The barges are being built by M\/s Suryadipta Projects Pvt Ltd (an MSME shipyard), under a contract signed on 5 March 2021.<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>3<\/td><td><strong>Indigenous Design, Testing, and Assets<\/strong>: The design was by Indian ship design firms; tested by NSTL, Visakhapatnam; and classified by the IRS. All major systems are domestically sourced. <\/td><\/tr><tr><td>4<\/td><td><strong>Strategic Importance<\/strong>: These barges ensure naval logistical support\u2014carrying ammunition, missiles, torpedoes\u2014which is essential for sustained maritime operations and enhanced readiness. <\/td><\/tr><tr><td>5<\/td><td><strong>Make in India &amp; Aatmanirbhar Bharat<\/strong>: This project is a showcase of India\u2019s efforts toward self-reliance in defence manufacturing, especially involving MSMEs.<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Indian Navy LSAM\u201125 ACTCM<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"FAQs_Frequently_Asked_Questions\"><\/span>FAQs: Frequently Asked Questions<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Q1. What is LSAM\u201125 in the Indian Navy?<\/strong><br><strong>A:<\/strong> LSAM\u201125 is the 11th Ammunition\u2011Cum\u2011Torpedo\u2011Cum\u2011Missile (ACTCM) barge launched by the Indian Navy to supply ammunition, torpedoes, and missiles to warships.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Q2. When was the contract for the eleven ACTCM barges signed?<\/strong><br><strong>A:<\/strong> The contract was signed on 5 March 2021 with M\/s Suryadipta Projects Pvt Ltd, Thane.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Q3. What is the strategic importance of ACTCM barges?<\/strong><br><strong>A:<\/strong> They provide logistical support, enabling warships to stay operational with a steady supply of ammunition, torpedoes, and missiles, especially during remote deployments or crises.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Q4. Which agencies were involved in design, testing, and classification of LSAM\u201125?<\/strong><br><strong>A:<\/strong> Indian ship design firms designed the barge, the Naval Science and Technological Laboratory (NSTL) conducted model testing, and the Indian Register of Shipping (IRS) provided classification.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Q5. How does LSAM\u201125 support the Make in India and Aatmanirbhar Bharat initiative?<\/strong><br><strong>A:<\/strong> LSAM\u201125 is fully indigenously designed and built, involving MSMEs and Indian regulatory agencies, showcasing India\u2019s growing self-reliance in defence manufacturing.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Q6. How many ACTCM barges have been delivered to the Indian Navy before LSAM\u201125?<\/strong><br><strong>A:<\/strong> Ten barges had already been delivered and are operational before the launch of LSAM\u201125.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Q7. Where was LSAM\u201125 launched?<\/strong><br><strong>A:<\/strong> LSAM\u201125 was launched at Thane, Maharashtra, India.<\/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 is-style-outline--1\"><a class=\"wp-block-button__link wp-element-button\" href=\"https:\/\/edunovations.com\/currentaffairs\/category\/national\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">State Current Affairs<\/a><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-button is-style-outline is-style-outline--2\"><a class=\"wp-block-button__link wp-element-button\" href=\"https:\/\/edunovations.com\/currentaffairs\/category\/sports\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Sports Current 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