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Defence Current Affairs 01 June 2026
General NS Raja Subramani Takes Charge as Chief of Defence Staff
General NS Raja Subramani assumed office as India’s third Chief of Defence Staff (CDS) and Secretary of the Department of Military Affairs on 31 May 2026. A highly decorated officer with more than forty years of military service, he succeeds in leading efforts aimed at greater integration among the armed forces.
Commissioned into the Garhwal Rifles in 1985, General Subramani has held several prestigious appointments during his distinguished career. His previous roles include General Officer Commanding of 2 Corps, General Officer Commanding-in-Chief of Central Command, Vice Chief of Army Staff, and Military Adviser at the National Security Council Secretariat. Upon assuming office, he emphasized a collaborative “Whole-of-Nation” approach to strengthening India’s security architecture.
Admiral Krishna Swaminathan Becomes Chief of Naval Staff
Admiral Krishna Swaminathan assumed charge as the 27th Chief of the Naval Staff on 31 May 2026. He succeeded Admiral Dinesh Kumar Tripathi, who retired after completing over four decades of service.
A specialist in communication and electronic warfare, Admiral Swaminathan joined the Indian Navy in 1987. Throughout his naval career, he commanded several important warships, including INS Vidyut, INS Vinash, INS Kulish, INS Mysore, and the aircraft carrier INS Vikramaditya. His appointment marks a new chapter in the modernization and operational readiness of the Indian Navy.
Vice Admiral Sanjay Vatsayan Assumes Leadership of Western Naval Command
Vice Admiral Sanjay Vatsayan took over as the Flag Officer Commanding-in-Chief of the Western Naval Command during a ceremonial event held in Mumbai. Prior to this assignment, he served as the Vice Chief of the Naval Staff.
An alumnus of the National Defence Academy, he was commissioned into the Navy in 1988 and specializes in Gunnery and Missile Systems. During his extensive naval career, he commanded several frontline vessels and played important roles in operational and strategic planning. His leadership is expected to further strengthen India’s maritime security in the western seaboard.
Nausena Shaurya Vatika Inaugurated in Lucknow
Defence Minister Rajnath Singh and Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath jointly inaugurated “Nausena Shaurya Vatika” in Lucknow on 30 May 2026.
Developed as an open-air naval museum, the facility showcases important weapon systems and artefacts from INS Gomati, a guided-missile frigate that served the Indian Navy for over three decades. The museum features naval guns, missile launchers, torpedo systems, ship radars, anchors, and other equipment.
A special attraction is the walkthrough exhibit of the TU-142M maritime patrol aircraft. The museum aims to educate visitors about India’s naval heritage while inspiring future generations to appreciate the sacrifices made in safeguarding national security.
Multilateral Exercise PRAGATI 2026 Successfully Concludes
The inaugural edition of Exercise PRAGATI 2026 concluded at Umroi Military Station in Meghalaya with a large-scale validation exercise.
PRAGATI, which stands for Partnership of Regional Armies for Growth and Transformation in the Indian Ocean Region, brought together over 400 troops from 13 countries. Participating nations included India, Bhutan, Cambodia, Indonesia, Laos, Malaysia, Maldives, Myanmar, Nepal, Philippines, Seychelles, Sri Lanka, and Vietnam.
The exercise focused on improving interoperability, enhancing mutual trust, and developing coordinated responses to regional security challenges. Defence officials viewed the event as a major step toward strengthening military cooperation among friendly nations in the Indo-Pacific region.
Indian Air Force Conducts Firefighting Operations in Kasauli
The Indian Air Force played a critical role in controlling a major forest fire near Kasauli in Himachal Pradesh. After receiving reports of the fire, the Air Force deployed helicopters under its aid-to-civil-authorities framework.
Mi-17 V5 helicopters conducted extensive Bambi Bucket operations, drawing water from Chandigarh’s Sukhna Lake and dropping it over affected areas. The operation successfully released more than 93,000 litres of water, helping contain the fire and prevent damage to nearby residential zones, infrastructure, and military establishments.
The mission demonstrated the Air Force’s capability to provide rapid humanitarian assistance during natural emergencies.
India-Australia Defence Ministers’ Dialogue
India and Australia are set to deepen defence cooperation through the second Defence Ministers’ Dialogue in New Delhi. Defence Minister Rajnath Singh and Australian Deputy Prime Minister and Defence Minister Richard Marles will co-chair the discussions.
The dialogue will focus on enhancing military interoperability, expanding defence industry partnerships, promoting co-development and co-production projects, and addressing regional security challenges. The meeting reflects the growing strategic partnership between the two countries and their shared commitment to maintaining peace and stability in the Indo-Pacific region.
Conclusion
The recent developments highlight India’s ongoing efforts to modernize its armed forces, strengthen military leadership, enhance international defence partnerships, and improve preparedness for both security challenges and humanitarian missions. These initiatives contribute significantly to India’s vision of becoming a stronger and more capable security provider in the region.
Key Exam Points
- General NS Raja Subramani became the 3rd Chief of Defence Staff (CDS).
- Admiral Krishna Swaminathan became the 27th Chief of Naval Staff.
- Vice Admiral Sanjay Vatsayan took charge of Western Naval Command.
- Nausena Shaurya Vatika was inaugurated in Lucknow.
- Exercise PRAGATI 2026 was conducted in Meghalaya.
- 13 countries participated in Exercise PRAGATI.
- IAF helicopters dropped over 93,000 litres of water during Kasauli firefighting operations.
- India and Australia held the second Defence Ministers’ Dialogue to strengthen strategic cooperation.
Review Questions
- Who assumed charge as India’s third Chief of Defence Staff (CDS) on 31 May 2026?
A) General Manoj Pande
B) General NS Raja Subramani
C) General Upendra Dwivedi
D) General Anil Chauhan
Answer: B) General NS Raja Subramani - Admiral Krishna Swaminathan became the _ Chief of the Naval Staff of the
Indian Navy.
A) 25th
B) 26th
C) 27th
D) 28th
Answer: C) 27th - The inaugural edition of Exercise PRAGATI 2026 was conducted at which location?
A) Pune, Maharashtra
B) Jaipur, Rajasthan
C) Umroi Military Station, Meghalaya
D) Jodhpur, Rajasthan
Answer: C) Umroi Military Station, Meghalaya - ‘Nausena Shaurya Vatika’, inaugurated in May 2026, is located in which city?
A) New Delhi
B) Mumbai
C) Visakhapatnam
D) Lucknow
Answer: D) Lucknow - During the Kasauli forest fire operation, the Indian Air Force sourced water for
Bambi Bucket operations from which lake?
A) Dal Lake
B) Sukhna Lake
C) Loktak Lake
D) Chilika Lake
Answer: B) Sukhna Lake - Field Marshal Of Indian Army Is A
A. 2 Star General
B. 3 Star General
C. 4 Star General
D. 5 Star General
ANSWER: D - Defence Space Agency Hq Is Located At
A. New Delhi
B. Bengaluru
C. Chennai
D. Noida
ANSWER: B - INS Kochi Is A
A. Guided-missile destroyers
B. Landing ship tank
C. Submarine
D. Frigates
ANSWER: A - _ Is Not A G7 member.
A. China
B. USA
C. UK
D. France
ANSWER: A - The Standard Meridian Of India Is
A. 82 degrees 30’ E
B. 84 degrees 30’ E
C. 72 degrees 30’ E
D. 92 degrees 30’ E
ANSWER: A - Army Medical Corps Motto Is
A. Courage and Valor
B. Sarve santu niramaya
C. Service Before Self
D. Lethal
ANSWER: B - Glock 18 Is A
A. Destroyer
B. Machine Pistol
C. Assault rifle
D. Submachine gun
ANSWER: B - Which Is the Largest Uranium-producing Country In The World?
A. USA
B. India
C. Kazakhstan
D. Uzbekistan
ANSWER: C - Kaiga Atomic Power Plant Is In
A. Karnataka
B. Gujarat
C. Madhya Pradesh
D. Uttarakhand
ANSWER: A - Who established the Atomic Energy Commission of India in 1948?
A. P.K. Iyengar
B. M.R. Srinivasan
C. Vikram Sarabhai
D. Homi Bhabha
ANSWER: D - Nay Pyi Taw Is The Capital Of
A. Bhutan
B. Nepal
C. Afghanistan
D. Myanmar
ANSWER: D - “India’s Women Unsung Heroes” Book Is Written By
A. Chandrachur Ghose
B. Ruskin Bond
C. Dr. Thomas Matthew
D. Meenakshi Lekhi
ANSWER: D - Ex ‘Konkan Shakti’ conducted b/w India &
A. Qatar
B. UK
C. UAE
D. Japan
ANSWER: B - “Kartavyam Anvatma” (Duty before death) Is The Motto Of
A. RAJPUT REGIMENT
B. DOGRA REGIMENT
C. SIKH REGIMENT
D. None of the above
ANSWER: B - Which Country Isn’t the member of NSG?
A. USA
B. China
C. Pakistan
D. France
ANSWER: C
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