Central Industrial Security Force
Context: The central government recently approached the Supreme Court, alleging that inadequate arrangements were made for the Central Industrial Security Force (CISF) personnel deployed at RG Kar Hospital in Kolkata. Relevance: GS III: Security Challenges Dimensions of the Article: Central Industrial Security Force (CISF) Overview Organizational Structure Core Functions -Source: Indian Express
About the Exercise Mitra Shakti
Context: The Indian Army and the Sri Lankan Army will kick off their joint exercise, “Mitra Shakti,” at Maduruoya in Sri Lanka’s Southern Province. Relevance: GS III: Security Challenges Exercise Mitra Shakti:
About The Exercise Udara Shakti
Context: Recently, the Indian Air Force and Royal Malaysian Air Force participated in Exercise Udara Shakti 2024. Relevance: GS III: Security Challenges Exercise Udara Shakti: Sukhoi Su-30MKI
Astra Missile: Advancing Indian Air Power
Context: The Indian Air Force (IAF) has given clearance to the Defence Research and Development Organisation (DRDO) and the Bharat Dynamics Limited (BDL) to produce 200 Astra air-to-air missiles for its Su-3O and LCA Tejas fighter aircraft. Relevance: GS III: Defence Astra Missile: Advancing Indian Air Power
Enhanced Security Measures for Village Defence Guards in Jammu
Context: Recently, Union Minister Jitendra Singh declared that Village Defence Guards (VDGs) in the Jammu region are now armed with advanced weaponry to counter increasing terrorism-related incidents. Relevance: GS III: Security Challenges Dimensions of the Article: Overview of Village Defence Guards (VDGs) Key Functions of VDGs Challenges and Contemporary Status Reasons for Rise in Militancy […]
Overview of the Maritime Partnership Exercise
Context: Recently, a maritime partnership exercise(MPX) was conducted between India and Russia in St. Petersburg. Relevance: GS III: Security Challenges Overview of the Maritime Partnership Exercise (MPX) Key Facts About INS Tabar
21st Edition of Khaan Quest
Context: Recently, the Indian contingent participated in the 21st edition of Khaan Quest, a multinational peacekeeping exercise, being held from 27th July 2024 to 9th August 2024 in the Five Hills Training Area in the Mongolian capital of Ulaanbaatar. Relevance: GS III: Security Challenges 21st Edition of Khaan Quest:
Interministerial Panel Identifies Loopholes Enabling Cyber Scams
Context: The Centre’s high-level interministerial panel has identified loopholes in banking, immigration, and telecom sectors that enable cyber scams originating from Southeast Asian countries. Relevance: GS III: Security Challenges Dimensions of the Article: Overview of Cybercrimes Originating from Southeast Asia Key Facts: Types of Cybercrimes Panel Report Findings Shortcomings Identified: Proposed Steps to Address the […]
Rising Militant Attacks in Jammu and Kashmir
Context: The Jammu region of Jammu and Kashmir (J&K) has experienced a significant increase in militant attacks since mid-2021. This escalation has culminated in recent incidents, including an ambush on Army vehicles in the Kathua district and targeted strikes in other areas. This resurgence indicates a shift from historical patterns, raising concerns about security vulnerabilities […]
About SIM Swapping Scam
Context: Google Fi wireless has introduced a security feature called ‘Number Lock’. This new feature empowers users to take control and prevent a growing cybersecurity threat – SIM swapping. Relevance: GS III: Security challenges SIM Swapping Scam The SIM swapping scam is a sophisticated form of fraud that exploits vulnerabilities in the telecom system to […]