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Exercise : Defence - Latest Current Affairs
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1.
Which company launched ‘VEER’, India’s first electric vehicle designed specifically for defence operations?
Pravaig
Tata Motors
Mahindra Defence Systems
Ashok Leyland
Answer: Option
Explanation:
Pravaig, a Bengaluru-based company, has launched VEER, India’s first indigenous electric vehicle developed for defence applications. Built under the Atmanirbhar Bharat initiative, the Pravaig VEER EV offers stealth capabilities, high terrain mobility, and quick field-repair readiness, making it ideal for modern military missions. The vehicle recently received the iDEX (Innovation for Defence Excellence) award, recognizing its contribution to indigenous defence innovation. By combining sustainability, tactical efficiency, and technological advancement, the VEER strengthens India’s self-reliance in defence manufacturing and positions the nation as a potential leader in electric military vehicle technology on the global stage.

2.
Which senior IDAS officer took charge as the Financial Advisor (Defence Services) on November 1, 2025?
Sanjay Verma
Raj Kumar Arora
Deepak Mittal
Anil Khanna
Answer: Option
Explanation:
Shri Raj Kumar Arora, a 1990-batch officer of the Indian Defence Accounts Service (IDAS), has assumed charge as the Financial Advisor (Defence Services) on November 1, 2025. With over three decades of experience in defence finance, budgeting, audit, and policy, he brings vast expertise to one of India’s most critical financial positions. Before this role, he served as the Controller General of Defence Accounts (CGDA) and held senior posts in the UPSC, Ministry of Defence, and Ministry of Finance. His leadership is expected to enhance fiscal efficiency, transparency, and strategic financial planning in India’s defence establishment.

3.
Across which front is India conducting the tri-service military exercise ‘Ex Trishul’?
Northern Front
Eastern Front
Western Front
Southern Front
Answer: Option
Explanation:
‘Ex Trishul’ is a large-scale tri-service exercise conducted by India along its Western Front, which borders Pakistan. The exercise brings together the Army, Navy, and Air Force to enhance interoperability, coordination, and joint combat readiness. Held across Gujarat and Rajasthan from October 30 to November 10, 2025, it focuses on integrated operations involving land, sea, and air components. With over 20,000 troops and advanced assets like Rafale jets, Arjun tanks, and naval destroyers, the exercise demonstrates India’s preparedness, technological strength, and commitment to maintaining security and strategic stability along its western border region.

4.
In which country did India and the United States sign a landmark 10-year Defence Framework Agreement?
Malaysia
Singapore
Indonesia
Thailand
Answer: Option
Explanation:
India and the United States signed a landmark 10-year Defence Framework Agreement in Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia. This agreement marks a significant step in strengthening the US–India Major Defence Partnership by outlining long-term cooperation in areas such as defence technology, joint military exercises, and information sharing. The framework aims to enhance strategic collaboration between the two nations while contributing to regional and global security. The choice of Malaysia as the signing venue underscores its importance as a neutral ground for fostering international defence partnerships in the Indo-Pacific region.

5.
From which Air Force Station did President Droupadi Murmu take her historic Rafale fighter jet sortie?
Ambala
Tezpur
Jodhpur
Pune
Answer: Option
Explanation:
President Droupadi Murmu took her historic Rafale fighter jet sortie from Ambala Air Force Station in Haryana on October 29, 2025. This event marked a significant milestone as she became the first Indian President to fly in the Rafale jet. Ambala, known as the base of the IAF’s 17 Squadron “Golden Arrows,” has been central to India’s Rafale operations since 2020. The sortie, lasting around 30 minutes, underscored her role as Supreme Commander of the Armed Forces and strengthened the bond between civilian leadership and military operations.