Daily Defence Current Affairs With Video Lecture 13-14 July 2023 [DOWNLOAD PDF]

In Daily Defence Current Affairs for 13-14th July 2023, we are going to see the latest national and international current affairs news. These important current affairs will be very helpful...

Divyanshu Pandey
July 14, 2023
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In Daily Defence Current Affairs for 13-14th July 2023, we are going to see the latest national and international current affairs news. These important current affairs will be very helpful for your upcoming NDA, CDS, CDS OTA, AFCAT, TA, Agniveer Army, Agniveer Navy, Agniveer Air Force, Women Military Police, INET, MNS, ACC exams, SCO, PCSL, CAPF, and SSB interviews, and direct entries for Army, Navy, and Air Force like SSC Tech, TGC, JAG, NCC, TES, 10+2 Cadet. Download a PDF file about current events at the end of this article.

Defence Current Affairs 13-14 July 2023

MoU Signed To Promote Use Of Millets Among Indian Armed Forces

An MoU was signed to promote the use of millet among the armed forces, besides ensuring the availability of nutritious food.
The agreement was signed in the presence of Defence Minister Rajnath Singh and Minister of Health Mansukh Mandaviya here in the national capital. The MoU will also pave the way for the introduction of millet-based menus in messes, canteens and other food outlets under the defence ministry.
India produces all the nine commonly known traditional millets viz. Sorghum, Pearl Millet, Finger Millet, Foxtail Millet, Proso Millet, Little Millet, Barnyard Millet, Browntop Millet and Kodo Millet.
The government of India under Prime Minister Narendra Modi spearheaded the United Nations General Assembly (UNGA) resolution for declaring the year 2023 as the International Year of Millets and the proposal of India was supported by 72 countries.

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MDL Given Go-ahead To Construct Three Scorpene Submarines

MDL has been given the green light to construct three additional Scorpene submarines for the Indian Navy. This was the latest proposal among three others that were agreed upon during the meeting of the Defence Acquisition Council, with Defence Minister Rajnath Singh presiding over the proceedings.
The term Buy (Indian) signifies the acquisition of products from Indian vendors that have been designed, developed, and manufactured domestically, with a minimum of 50% indigenous content.
The decision to construct three more Scorpene submarines reflects India’s commitment to modernising its naval fleet and bolstering national security. These submarines, known for their advanced technology and stealth capabilities, will augment the country’s maritime defence capabilities.

EX ‘OP SOUTHERN READINESS – 2023’

INS Sunayna was in Seychelles from 10-12 Jul 23 to participate in Op Southern Readiness 2023 conducted by Combined Maritime Forces. The visit was aimed at strengthening multilateral ties and enhancing cooperation through the CMF exercise which is a multinational initiative aimed at enhancing maritime security and countering piracy to ensure safety and freedom of navigation in the region.
During the visit, personnel of participating Navies from the USA, Italy, UK, Seychelles Defence Forces & Marine Police, and member nations of EUNAVFOR were engaged in a wide range of professional interactions, subject matter expert exchanges and visits.

Post Deal, French Navy To Provide Its Own Rafale Marine Aircraft

As per the French proposal for the 26 Rafale Marine aircraft, their Navy will provide two to four of its maritime fighter aircraft to the Indian Navy for training within six months of signing the contract.
Defence sources told ANI that as per the discussions between the two sides, the French Navy will provide two to four of their Rafale Marine aircraft within six months of the contract signing as the first aircraft for the Indian Navy will be delivered only after 36 months of contract signing.
As per Indian Navy plans, they will look at INS Hansa in Goa as the hub for these aircraft’s operations along with the upcoming Karwar naval base, INS Deegha near Vishakhapatnam and INS Rajali in Tamil Nadu.

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