Current Affairs - Defence

The Adani Group's inauguration of the Ammunition & Missiles Complex in Uttar Pradesh's Kanpur signifies a major leap in India's defence sector. With an investment of over Rs 3000 crore and the creation of 4,000 jobs, this complex underscores Uttar Pradesh's role in fostering self-reliance and technological advancement in defence.

The second India-U.S. Defense Acceleration Ecosystem (INDUS-X) Summit took place in New Delhi, India. The summit, jointly organized by iDEX, the Indian Ministry of Defense, and the United States Department of Defense, highlighted Indo-Pacific security cooperation and defence partnership between the two nations.

The "Dharma Guardian" military exercise involves Japan alongside India, and it takes place at the Mahajan Field Firing Ranges in Rajasthan, India. This joint exercise aims to enhance interoperability and foster closer military cooperation between the Indian Army and the Japan Ground Self-Defense Force (JGSDF), showcasing the strengthening of defence ties between the two nations.

The Cabinet Committee on Security approved deals worth Rs 13,000 crore for high-power radars and close-in weapon systems, to be acquired from L&T, an Indian manufacturer. This decision aligns with the government's emphasis on indigenous defence production and self-reliance in defence procurement.

The Defence Research and Development Organisation (DRDO) is developing the DURGA-2 laser weapon system, which aims to neutralize ballistic missiles, marking a significant advancement in indigenous military technology.