Current Affairs - Defence

Mazagon Dock Shipbuilders Ltd, Mumbai, entered into a contract with the Ministry of Defence for the procurement of 14 Fast Patrol Vessels (FPVs) to enhance the safety of global shipping lanes.

Iran's recent acquisition of domestically produced reconnaissance and combat drones, including the Ababil-4, Ababil-5, Arash, Bavar, and Karrar, underscores its cutting-edge advancements in unmanned aerial vehicle technology, enhancing its defence capabilities.

The KHANJAR exercise has started in Bakloh, Himachal Pradesh. This location was chosen strategically, emphasizing the state's suitability for fostering collaboration and enhancing capabilities of the special forces in diverse terrains, such as built-up areas and mountainous terrain operations, as outlined in Chapter VII of the United Nations Charter.

The 2nd edition of Exercise CYCLONE involves the participation of the Indian Army contingent and their counterparts from Egypt. The exercise, conducted in Egypt, aims to enhance cooperation and operational understanding between the special forces of India and Egypt in desert and semi-desert terrains, focusing on special operations.

Operation Sarvashakti is launched by the Indian Army with the primary goal of eliminate terrorists in the Rajouri and Poonch areas of J&K, employing a large-scale operation reminiscent of 2003's Sarpvinash to counter ambushes on Indian troops.