Global Agencies Call for Action Against Transnational Organized Crime
Context: Recently, the leaders of the Financial Action Task Force (FATF), Interpol, and the United Nations Office on Drugs and Crime (UNODC) stressed the urgent need to enhance efforts to combat the substantial illicit profits generated by transnational organized crime (TOC). Relevance: GS III: Security Challenges Dimensions of the Article: What is Transnational Organised Crime? […]
About Exercise Cyber Suraksha – 2024
Focus: GS III- Security Challenges Why in News?? Chief of Defence Staff (CDS) Gen Anil Chauhan attended ‘Exercise Cyber Suraksha – 2024’, on May 22, 2024. The event underscored the importance of strengthening India’s cyber defence capabilities. About Exercise Cyber Suraksha – 2024: Significance: Why does India need a cybersecurity strategy?
Understanding Digital Arrest
Context: Following increasing reports of “digital arrests” by cybercriminals the central government has collaborated with Microsoft to block more than 1,000 Skype IDs used for online intimidation, blackmail, and extortion. Relevance: GS III: Security Challenges Dimensions of the Article: Understanding Digital Arrest: Overview: Modus Operandi: Preventive Measures: -Source: Indian Express
Exercise SHAKTI Overview
Context: The 7th iteration of the India-France Joint Military Exercise SHAKTI has begun at Umroi, Meghalaya. Relevance: GS III: Security Challenges Exercise SHAKTI Overview Composition of Contingents Objectives and Focus Areas Tactical Drills Promoting Cooperation and Bilateral Relations
CISF Personnel Replace Delhi Police for Parliament Security
Context: Following a security breach in December 2023, the Central Industrial Security Force (CISF) has taken over the security of the Parliament complex. The CISF personnel have replaced the 150 personnel of the Delhi Police, which included 54 women personnel, who were previously deployed for Parliament security. Relevance: GS III: Security Challenges Dimensions of the […]
Vice Admiral Dinesh Kumar Tripathi Appointed as Next Chief of the Naval Staff
Context: Vice Admiral Dinesh Kumar Tripathi has been appointed as the next Chief of the Naval Staff by the government. Prior to this appointment, he served as the Vice Chief of the Naval Staff, bringing extensive experience and leadership to his new role. Relevance: GS III: Security Challenges Profile of Vice Admiral Tripathi Appointment: Service […]
About Poorvi Lehar
Context: Recently, the Indian Navy conducted a Military Exercise named “Poorvi Lehar” on the Eastern Coast of India. Relevance: GS III: Security Challenges About Poorvi Lehar: Objective: Participants: Phases: Maritime Domain Awareness: Capability Demonstration:
About BrahMos Supersonic Cruise Missile
Context: Recently, India delivered BrahMos supersonic cruise missiles to the Philippines. India is looking at further expanding defense ties with the Philippines against the backdrop of growing global concerns over China’s increasing military assertiveness in the South China Sea. Relevance GS-III Internal Security Challenges, Science and Technology Dimensions of the Article: About BrahMos supersonic cruise missile About Defence Research and Development Organisation (DRDO) […]
Exercise Poorvi Lehar 2024
Context: Indian Navy conducted Exercise Poorvi Lehar on East Coast under the Operational Control of The Flag Officer Commanding-in-Chief, Eastern Naval Command. Relevance: GS III: Security Challenges Exercise Poorvi Lehar 2024: Indian Navy’s Maritime Security Drill Key Highlights: Significance:
Indian Government Prioritizes Development of Andaman and Nicobar Islands
Context: The Indian government’s renewed emphasis on the development of the Andaman and Nicobar Islands (ANI) highlights their strategic importance in the Indo-Pacific region. This focus has led to intensified efforts to bolster infrastructure and security measures in the islands. Relevance: GS III: Internal Security Dimensions of the Article: Strategic Importance of the Andaman and […]