Current Affairs - Defence

The Defence Research & Development Organisation (DRDO) collaborated with the Indian Army in conducting trials of the Man Portable Anti-tank Guided Missile (MPATGM) Weapon System, showcasing joint efforts in advancing defence technology.

Operation Meghdoot was launched on 13 April 1984 by the Indian Army and the Indian Air Force (IAF) to secure strategic heights in the Northern Ladakh region, marking a significant event in military history.

The fifth edition of Exercise DUSTLIK takes place in Uzbekistan, marking a significant step in strengthening bilateral relations and enhancing military cooperation between India and Uzbekistan through joint training sessions focusing on subconventional operations.

The Indian Army conducted an Anti-Tank Guided Missile training exercise in Sikkim, showcasing their capability to neutralize armoured threats at high altitudes. This exercise highlights the strategic importance of Sikkim in military training, particularly in challenging terrains like treacherous mountains.

Russia supplied India with the Igla-S Air defence system, enhancing the Indian Army's Very Short Range Air Defence (VSHORAD) capabilities, and replacing outdated Igla-1M systems.