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1. 'COMMANDERS' CONFERENCE-2024 WESTERN AIR COMMAND.

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'COMMANDERS' CONFERENCE-2024 WESTERN AIR COMMAND.

Why in the news?

• Atwo day Commanders' Conference of Western Air Command (WAC) of the Indian Air Force was held at New Delhi, with Air Chief Marshal AP Singh, Chief of the Air Staff (CAS) as the chief guest. 

Important points:

• During the conference, the CAS interacted with the Commanders of the WAC AoR, and discussed the need to pursue training for ensuring the capability to fight and win multi-domain warfare.
•  The theme for this year "Bharatiya Vayu Sena - Sashakt, Saksham, Atmanirbhar", and sought the collective capability, capacity and commitment of all commanders to take the IAF to even greater achievements. 
•  Emphasis was  on the need to achieve focused progress in various areas, which include increasing operational capability through better training and planning; early operationalisation of newly inducted equipment; safety and security, and nurturing leaders by empowering individuals at all levels to turn into a future ready and cohesive force. 
• The CAS in his address, complimented WAC for being the first responders to calls for HADR, both within India and abroad; maintaining high operational excellence to ensure an always ready' formidable fighting force, and always keeping IAF core values of 'Mission, Integrity and Excellence' foremost.

 

2. COMMISSIONING OF INS TUSHIL

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COMMISSIONING OF INS TUSHIL

Why in the news?

• The Indian Navy is all set to commission its latestmulti-role stealth guided missile frigate, INS Tushil, at Kaliningrad, Russia, on 09 Dec 24.
• The ceremony will bepresided over by the Hon’ble Raksha Mantri, Shri Rajnath Singh, as the Chief Guest, with many high ranking Russian and Indian government and defence officials present.

About  INS TUSHIL:

• INS Tushil is an upgraded Krivak III class frigates of the Project 1135.6 of which, six are already in service – three Talwar class ships, built at Baltiysky shipyard, St. Petersburg, and three follow-on Teg class ships, built at Yantar shipyard, Kaliningrad.
• INS Tushil, the seventh in the series, is the first of the two upgraded additionalfollow-on ships, the contract for which was signed in Oct 2016 between JSC Rosoboronexport, Indian Navy and the Govt. of India.
• The ship’s name,Tushil, means ‘the protector shield’ and its crest represents the ‘Abhedya Kavacham’ (impenetrable shield).
•  Along with its motto, ‘Nirbhay, Abhedya aur Balsheel’ (Fearless, Indomitable, Resolute), the ship stands as a symbol of the Indian Navy’s undying commitment to protect and safeguard the nation’s maritime frontiers.
• This 125 metre, 3900 ton ship, packs a lethal punch and is an impressive blend of Russian and Indian cutting edge technologies and best practices in warship construction. 
• The ship’s new design provides it with enhanced stealth features and better stability characteristics. 
• With the collaboration of Indian naval specialists and Severnoye Design Bureau, the indigenous content of the ship has been enhanced to an impressive 26% and the number of made-in-India systems have more than doubled to 33. .

Singnificance:

• Upon commissioning,INS Tushil will join the ‘Sword Arm’ of the Indian Navy, the Western Fleet, under the Western Naval Command and will rank amongst the most technologically advanced frigates in the world.
• It will not only be a symbol of the Indian Navy’s growing capabilities, but also the resilient collaborative strength of the India-Russia partnership.
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3. INDIAN NAVY TO SHOWCASE SPECTACULAR OPERATIONAL DEMONSTRATION AT BLUE FLAG BEACH, PURI

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INDIAN NAVY TO SHOWCASE SPECTACULAR OPERATIONAL DEMONSTRATION AT BLUE FLAG BEACH, PURI

Why in the news?

• On the occasion of Navy Day 24, the Indian Navy will be displaying its operational might and prowess through an Operational Demonstration (Op Demo)at Blue Flag Beach, Puri, Odisha on 04 December 2024.

Important points:

• The Hon'ble President of India and the Supreme Commander of the Armed ForcesSmt. Droupadi Murmu will be the Chief Guest for the event hosted by Admiral Dinesh K Tripathi, Chief of the Naval Staff.
• The event will also be witnessed byGovernor and Chief Minister of Odisha, Union and state cabinet ministers, senior Central and State Government officials, military dignitaries and local populace.
• This is thesecond time that the Indian Navy is organising a mega event, at a location other than a major naval station. 
• The Op Demo will witness participation of units with a combinedtonnage of 90,000 tons, with weapons and sensors having the capacity of neutralising any threat emanating from surface, sub surface or air within a radius of 300 Kms.
•  Over 3500 personnel will be manning the platforms at sea and 350 personnel will be involved in coordination ashore for the Op Demo 24.
• The Navy shares a historic and strategic bond with Odisha. Ancient Odisha was renowned for its extensive maritime connections, which were central to its identity and prosperity.
•  Odisha was a major seafaring power with a thriving tradition of overseas trade and cultural exchanges across the Bay of Bengal. Merchants and sailors from Odisha embarked on long voyages, forging ties with distant lands.
• The Navy Day 24 celebrations will demonstrate the Indian Navy's indigenous state-of-the art technology, taking forward the Gol's resolve of 'Aatmanirbhar Bharat’ and resolve to be the 'Preferred Security Partner and First Responder' in the Indian Ocean Region guided by the vision of Security and Growth for all in the Region (SAGAR).

4. INDIA AND CAMBODIA COMMENCES INAUGURAL JOINT TABLE TOP EXERCISE CINBAX IN PUNE

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INDIA AND CAMBODIA COMMENCES INAUGURAL JOINT TABLE TOP EXERCISE CINBAX IN PUNE

Why in the news?

• The 1st edition of Joint Table Top Exercise, CINBAX, between the Indian Army and the Cambodian Army commenced atForeign Training Node, Pune.

About EXERCISE CINBAX:

• The Cambodian Army contingent will comprise 20 personnel and the Indian Army contingent is also comprising 20 personnel from an Infantry Brigade.The exercise will be conducted from 1st to 8th December 2024. 
• Exercise CINBAX is a planning exercise aimed at wargame conduct of joint Counter Terrorism (CT) operations under Chapter VII of the United Nations Charter. 
• The exercise will focus on discussions pertaining to establishment of Joint Training Task Force for Intelligence, Surveillance and Reconnaissance besides planning of operations in the CT environment. 
• Various contingencies will be war gamed and employment of force multipliers in the sub conventional operations will also be discussed. 
• The exercise will also involve discussion on information operations, cyber warfare, hybrid warfare, logistics and casualty management, HADR operations etc.The exercise will be conducted in three phases. 
• This will bring out practical aspects of the theme-based training and aims to enable the participants to comprehend the procedures through situation-based discussions and tactical exercises.
• The exercise will also showcase weapons and equipment of Indian origin promoting‘Atmanirbharta’ and indigenous capabilities in defence production.

Significance:

• The inaugural edition of Exercise CINBAX will focus on enhancing trust, camaraderie andachieving desired level of interoperability between troops of both sides.
• It will also enhance the joint operational efficiency of both the Armies while undertaking peacekeeping operations.
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5. EXERCISE “AGNI WARRIOR - 2024”

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EXERCISE “AGNI WARRIOR - 2024”

Why in the news?

• The 13th edition of Joint Military Exercise AGNI WARRIOR (XAW-2024), a bilateral exercise between the Indian Army and Singapore Armed Forces,concluded at Field Firing Ranges, Devlali (Maharashtra) on 30th November 2024.

About theJoint Military Exercise AGNI WARRIOR (XAW-2024):

•  The three-day exercise conducted from 28th to 30th November 2024, witnessed participation by the Singapore Armed Forces contingent comprising 182 personnel from the Singapore Artillery and the Indian Army contingent comprising 114 personnel from the Regiment of Artillery.
• The Exercise involved extensive joint preparation, coordination, understanding of each other’s capabilities, procedures and evolution of common interface between Indian and Singapore Artillery procedures. 
• It marked the culmination of successful training by Singapore Armed Forces troops exposing them to intricacies of Fire Power planning. Both sides utilised niche technologies during the exercise and exchanged best practices as part of the joint training.

Aim of the exercise:

• The aim of XAW-2024 was to maximise mutual understanding of drills and procedures to achieve jointness as a multinational force under the United Nations Charter.
• The exercise showcasedjoint firepower planning, execution and use of New Generation Equipment by the Artillery of both Armies.

6. LAUNCHING OF 8th AMMUNITION CUM TORPEDO CUM MISSILE

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LAUNCHING OF 8th AMMUNITION CUM TORPEDO CUM MISSILE 

Why in the news?

• Launching ceremony of 8th ACTCM Barge, LSAM 22 (Yard 132) was held on 28 Nov 24 at M/s Suryadipta Projects Pvt Ltd, Thane. 

Key points:

• The Launching Ceremony waspresided over by Cmde VA Giriprasad, AWPS WOT(Mbi).
• The contract for construction of eleven (11) Ammunition Cum Torpedo Cum Missile Barge was concluded with M/s Suryadipta Projects Pvt Ltd, Thane on 05 Mar 21, a MSME Shipyard.
•  The Shipyard has indigenously designed these Barges in collaboration with an Indian Ship Designing firm and subsequently successfully model tested at Naval Science and Technological Laboratory, Visakhapatnam to ensure seaworthiness. 
• These barges have been built in accordance with relevant Naval Rules and Regulation of Indian Register of Shipping (IRS). 
• The Shipyard has successfully delivered seven of these Barges till date and are being utilised by IN for its operational evolutions by facilitating Transportation, Embarkation and Disembarkation of articles/ ammunition to IN platforms both alongside jetties and at outer harbours.
• These Barges are proud flag bearers of “Make in India” and “ Aatmanirbhar Bharat ” initiatives of Government of India.
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7. INDIAN NAVY AND SRI LANKAN NAVY CONDUCT SUCCESSFUL ANTI-NARCOTICS OPERATION

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INDIAN NAVY AND SRI LANKAN NAVY CONDUCT SUCCESSFUL ANTI-NARCOTICS OPERATION

Why in the news?

• Based on information received from the Sri Lankan Navy regarding probable narcotics smuggling by Sri Lankan flagged fishing vessels in the Arabian Sea, the Indian Navy responded swiftly through a coordinated operation to localise and intercept the boats.

Important points:

• Extensive surveillance was undertaken by Indian Naval Long Range Maritime Patrol Aircraft and Remotely Piloted Aircraft, based on inputs from the Information Fusion Centre (Indian Ocean Region), Gurugram, and an Indian Naval ship was deployed to augment efforts.
• Two boats were identified based on continuous inputs from theSri Lankan Navy and aerial surveillance by IN aircraft.
• Subsequently, in a closely coordinated operation between the ship and the aerial assets, both boats were boarded by the ship’s boarding team on 24 and 25 Nov 24, leading to the seizure of approximately 500 kg of narcotics (Crystal Meth). One additional IN ship was also tasked to augment the force level for conduct of anti-narcotics operations.
• The two boats, along with crew and seized narcotics, are being handed over to Sri Lankan authorities for further legal action.

Significance:

• The operation reaffirms the close partnership and bonds developed between the two countries and navies.
•  It also symbolizes the combined resolve of both navies to address regional maritime challenges, and ensure safety and security in the Indian Ocean Region.
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8. INDIAN ARMY LAUNCHES ‘EKLAVYA’ ONLINE DIGITAL PLATFORM FOR OFFICERS’ TRAINING

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INDIAN ARMY LAUNCHES ‘EKLAVYA’ ONLINE DIGITAL PLATFORM FOR OFFICERS’ TRAINING

Why in news?

• General Upendra Dwivedi, Chief of the Army Staff (COAS), launched an online learning platform for the Indian Army nicknamed as“Eklavya”.

Key points:

• This initiative aligns with the Indian Army propelling itselfinto the “Decade of Transformation” asenvisioned by the COAS and alsowith Indian Army’s theme for 2024 as the “Year of Technology Absorption.”
• The Eklavya software platform has been developed under the aegis of Headquarters Army Training Command with Army War College as the sponsor agency.
• The platform has been developed at zero cost through “Bhaskaracharya National Institute of Space Applications and Geoinformatics” (BISAG-N), Gandhinagar, along with support from Directorate General of Information Systems.

Significance:

• This platform has been hosted on the Army Data Network and features a scalable architecture. This enables Headquarters Army Training Command to seamlessly integrate any number of training establishments of the Indian Army, each capable of hosting an extensive range of courses. 
• Student officers are permitted to register for multiple courses simultaneously. A total of 96 courses by 17 Category ‘A’ Training Establishments of the Indian Army have already been hosted on the platform.
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9. 11th edition of National Maritime Search and Rescue Exercise (SAREX-24)

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11th edition of National Maritime Search and Rescue Exercise (SAREX-24)

Why in news?

• Indian Coast Guard (ICG) organised the 22nd National Maritime Search and Rescue (NMSAR) Board meeting on November 28, 2024 in Kochi, Kerala. The event also marked the commencement of the 11th edition of National Maritime Search and Rescue Exercise (SAREX-24), off the Kochi Coast on November 29, 2024. 

Key points:

• Defence Secretary Shri Rajesh Kumar Singh inaugurated the event and interacted with foreign delegates in attendance.
•  He lauded the role played by ICG in providing SAR services in the Indian Search & Rescue Region and helping the fishing community at sea. He also assured all assistance from the government towards strengthening ICG. 

About National Maritime Search and Rescue (NMSAR) :

• Established in 2002, the NMSAR Board convenes annually to discuss policy matters, formulate guidelines and procedures, and review the National Search and Rescue Plan. 

Significance:

• The 22nd NMSAR Board meeting focused on enhancing collaboration and coordination among stakeholders to further improve maritime safety. 
• The meeting reaffirmed the critical importance of effective maritime search and rescue operations. 
• It highlighted ongoing efforts to enhance India's maritime safety framework, underscoring the dedication of all participating agencies to ensuring safer and more secure maritime operations in Indian waters.

10. Second Edition of Defence Datathon

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Second Edition of Defence Datathon

Why in news?

• College of Defence Management, Secunderabad, a premier tri-services training institute under Headquarters Integrated Defence Staff, successfully concluded the second edition of Defence Datathon, a pioneering tri-services data analytics competition on 27  November 2024.

Important points:

• The participants from the three services as well as Indian Coast Guard showcased their data analytical skills to provide insights on diverse datasets for innovative solutions to various strategic and operational challenges. 
•  The top 10 participants presented their solutions and  five winners were felicitated.
• The four themes chosen for Datathon 2024 related to current strategic events and challenges faced including ‘War of the 21st Century: The Israel-Hamas Conflict’, ‘Decrypting the Buzz: the China-Taiwan Dynamics’, ‘Designing Dietary Preferences for Armed Forces and Deciphering India’s Trade Trajectory’.
•  The Datathon witnessed overwhelming participation reflecting the growing enthusiasm for leveraging data analytics. 
• The competition was conducted in a phased assessment process, culminating in a final evaluation by accomplished subject matter experts.

Aim of  Defence Datathon:

• The primary aim ofthe competition was to promote a culture of data-driven decision-making within the Armed Forces.

Significance of  Defence Datathon:

• The Datathon has been successful in promoting data centricity amongst defence forces.
•  Data is often called the “ammunition” of the modern digital battlefield, and the capabilities to harness big data will decide outcomes in information age military conflicts. Initiatives like CDM Datathon therefore align military processes to the information age.

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