Innovations for Defence Excellence (iDEX) Initiative
Focus: GS III- Defence Why in News? Innovations for Defence Excellence (iDEX) framework was launched by the Government with the aim to foster innovation and technology development in Defence and Aerospace Sector by engaging Industries including MSMEs, start-ups, individual innovators, R&D institutes and academia and promote self-reliance. Innovations for Defence Excellence (iDEX) Innovations for Defence […]
Combined Maritime Forces
Context India has officially begun working with the Bahrain-based multilateral partnership, Combined Maritime Forces (CMF). India announced its intention to join the CMF as an Associate Partner at the India-US 2+2 in April. According to official sources, the modalities of the exact nature of cooperation are being worked out. The modalities will specify how many […]
Personal Data Protection Bill
Context The government has withdrawn the Personal Data Protection Bill from Parliament as it considers a “comprehensive legal framework” to regulate the online space, including bringing separate laws on data privacy, the overall Internet ecosystem, cybersecurity, telecom regulations, and harnessing non-personal data to boost innovation in the country. Relevance GS III: Cyber Security, IT & […]
Exercise Pitch Black
Context: Indian Force will join 16 other nations later this month for Exercise Pitch Black, hosted by the Australian Air Force. Relevance: GS III: Security Challenges About Exercise Pitch Black It’s a biennial exercise to enhance interoperability and strengthen relationships among participants. It will provide Indian Air Force a unique opportunity to exchange knowledge and experience with these nations in […]
India Oman Joint Military Exercise ‘AL NAJAH-IV’
Focus: GS III: Security challenges Why in News? The 4th Edition of India Oman Joint Military Exercise ‘AL NAJAH-IV’ between contingents of Indian Army and the Royal Army of Oman is scheduled to take place at the Foreign Training Node of Mahajan Field Firing Ranges (Rajasthan) from 01 to 13 August 2022. About AL NAJAH-IV: The Royal Army […]
Vietnam-India Bilateral Army Exercise Ex VINBAX 2022
Focus: GS III: Security Challenges Why in News? The 3rd Edition of Vietnam India Bilateral Army Exercise “Ex VINBAX 2022” is scheduled to be conducted at Chandimandir from 01 to 20 Aug 2022. About Ex VINBAX 2022: The exercise is a sequel to previously conducted bilateral exercise in Vietnam in 2019 and a major milestone […]
Prevention of Money Laundering Act (PMLA)
Context: Recently, The Supreme Court upheld the core amendments made to the Prevention of Money Laundering Act (PMLA), which gives the government and the Enforcement Directorate (ED) virtually unbridled powers of summons, arrest, and raids, and makes bail nearly impossible while shifting the burden of proof of innocence on to the accused rather than the […]
India – Japan Maritime Exercise
Focus: GS III- Defence Why in News? Recently, a Maritime Partnership Exercise (MPX) was conducted between Japan Maritime Self Defense Force and Indian Navy in the Andaman Sea. About Maritime Partnership Exercise: The exercises were aimed at enhancing interoperability and streamlining seamanship and communication procedures. This exercise is part of the ongoing efforts between the two navies towards ensuring safe and secure international […]
One Year Since the Pegasus Spyware Revelations
Context: The Supreme Court will be hearing the case pertaining to the alleged use of the Pegasus spyware software later this month. Relevance: GS-III: Internal Security Challenges (Basics of Cyber Security; Role of media and social-networking sites in internal security challenges; Internal security challenges through communication networks), GS-II: Polity and Constitution (Constitutional Provisions, Fundamental Rights, […]
NIIO Seminar Swavlamban
Focus: GS III- Defence Why in News? Recently, Prime Minister unveiled ‘SPRINT Challenges’ during Naval Innovation and Indigenisation Organisation (NIIO) seminar ‘Swavlamban’. ‘SPRINT (Supporting Pole-Vaulting in R&D through iDEX, NIIO and TDAC) Challenges’ is aimed at giving a boost to the usage of indigenous technology in Indian Navy. Importance of Self Reliance in Defense The defence sector was […]