Long Range Land Attack Cruise Missile
Context: Recently, the Defence Research and Development Organisation (DRDO) successfully conducted the maiden flight test of its Long Range Land Attack Cruise Missile (LRLACM). Relevance: GS III: Defence Long Range Land Attack Cruise Missile (LRLACM) Launch Capabilities: Flight and Manoeuvrability: Technological Enhancements: Stealth and Evasion: Development and Production Development Team: Production Partners: Government Approval: Strategic […]
Impact of Ransomware Attack on Banking Operations
Context: According to the 2023-24 annual report of the Department of Personnel Training (DoPT), a crucial defence unit was affected by a ransomware attack in 2023. The CBI investigated multiple cybercrimes with national security implications, including ransomware, a massive DDOS attack on critical infrastructure, and a malware breach within a Ministry. Relevance: GS III: Security […]
Arrow-3 Missile Defence System
Context: Israel’s Defence Ministry has begun coordinating joint preparations with the German Federal Ministry of Defence for the initial deployment of Israel’s Arrow-3 missile interception system on German soil in 2025. Relevance: GS III: Defence Arrow-3 Missile Defense System The Arrow-3 is an advanced exo-atmospheric anti-ballistic missile defense system designed to intercept long-range threats outside […]
About Exercise AUSTRAHIND
Context: The 3rd edition of joint military Exercise AUSTRAHIND commenced at Foreign Training Node, Pune in Maharashtra. The exercise will be conducted from 8th to 21st November 2024. Relevance: GS III: Security Challenges About Exercise AUSTRAHIND: -Source: The Hindu
ED Charges Eight in Cyber Scam Involving Fake IPO
Context: The Enforcement Directorate (ED) has taken a very serious legal step by filing a prosecution complaint under the Prevention of Money Laundering Act (PMLA) against eight people connected with a complex cyber scam. These people have been accused of scamming other people through fake IPOs and stock investment mainly through social media like WhatsApp, […]
About Malabar 2024
Context: Recently, the sea Phase of Malabar 2024 concluded at Visakhapatnam. Relevance: GS III: Security Challenges About Malabar 2024
The Shifting Sands Within Global Supply Chains
Context: The pandemic and Israel’s pager attacks on Hezbollah have again exposed security gaps in the supply chain. Countries are exploring resilient strategies to shift their supply chain dependencies, aiming for enhanced security in volatile geo-political scenarios. Relevance: GS 3 (Internal Security) Practice question: Explain the need for diversification of the supply chain considering India’s […]
Fourth Nuclear-Powered Ballistic Missile Submarine
Context: India quietly launched its fourth nuclear-powered ballistic missile submarine (SSBN) at the Ship Building Center (SBC) in Visakhapatnam, enhancing its nuclear deterrence capabilities. Relevance: GS III: Defence India’s Fourth Nuclear-Powered Ballistic Missile Submarine (SSBN), Codenamed S4* Development and Capabilities Evolution and Comparison Naming Convention General Characteristics of SSBNs Strategic Military Role -Source: The Hindu
Innovations for Defence Excellence
Context: The Ministry of Defence is seeking more funds to continue its iDEX scheme, a central sector scheme which started in 2021, as 90% of the approved budget for 2021-26 has already been used. Relevance: GS III- Defence Dimensions of the Article: Innovations for Defence Excellence (iDEX) Main objectives of iDEX -Source: The Hindu
THAAD Missile System
Context: In response to Israel intensifying its military operations against Hezbollah militants in Lebanon, the United States has announced plans to deploy a Terminal High Altitude Area Defense (THAAD) battery to Israel. This deployment is aimed at bolstering Israel’s defensive capabilities against potential aerial threats during the ongoing conflict. Relevance: GS III: Defence THAAD Missile […]