Defence Current Affairs 02 April 2026

In Defence Current Affairs for 02 April 2026, we will see the latest national and international current affairs news. These important current affairs will be beneficial for your...

Divyanshu Pandey
April 2, 2026

In Defence Current Affairs for 02 April 2026, we will see the latest national and international current affairs news. These important current affairs will be beneficial 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. Let us now see the Current Affairs.

Defence Current Affairs 02 April 2026

INS Malwan Delivered: Boost to Coastal Defence

India has received INS Malwan, the second Anti-Submarine Warfare Shallow Water Craft (ASW SWC), built by Cochin Shipyard Limited. Delivered on 31 March 2026, this vessel marks another milestone in strengthening indigenous naval capabilities.

Designed according to stringent naval standards and DNV classification norms, the ship features over 80% indigenous components, aligning with India’s Atmanirbhar Bharat initiative.

These compact yet highly capable vessels are specifically engineered to detect, track, and neutralize underwater threats in coastal waters. INS Malwan is part of an eight-vessel programme approved by the Ministry of Defence, aimed at replacing ageing Abhay-class corvettes.

Named after the historic coastal town of Malwan in Maharashtra, associated with Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj, the ship continues a legacy of maritime strength.

Key Features of INS Malwan:

Length: ~80 meters
Displacement: ~1,100 tonnes
Propulsion: Waterjet system for high maneuverability
Armament: Lightweight torpedoes and anti-submarine rockets
Sensors: Advanced sonar and radar systems
Roles: Anti-submarine warfare, mine warfare, surveillance

It follows INS Mahe (delivered in 2025) and is part of a fleet that will significantly strengthen India’s coastal security network.

New Vice Chief of Army Staff Appointed

Lieutenant General Dhiraj Seth has assumed office as the Vice Chief of the Army Staff, succeeding Lt Gen Pushpendra Singh.

Prior to this role, Lt Gen Seth served as the General Officer Commanding-in-Chief of the Southern Command. He played a key leadership role during Operation Sindoor, a major military response following the Pahalgam terror incident.

His appointment reflects continuity in experienced leadership within the Indian Army.

BEL Secures ₹6,795 Crore Defence Orders

Bharat Electronics Limited (BEL), a leading defence public sector enterprise, has secured new contracts worth ₹6,795 crore. This significantly strengthens its order book and reinforces its central role in India’s defence ecosystem.

The newly acquired orders include:

Mountain surveillance radars for the armed forces
Avionics systems for the Light Combat Aircraft (LCA) from Hindustan Aeronautics Limited
Export contracts for communication equipment
Electronic fuses and components for advanced ammunition
Upgrades of legacy defence systems
Maintenance and spare parts services

These developments highlight BEL’s expanding technological capabilities and its importance in defence manufacturing.

INS Shachi Launched and ICGS Achal Delivered

Goa Shipyard Limited (GSL) achieved a major milestone by launching INS Shachi and delivering ICGS Achal on 31 March 2026.

INS Shachi is part of the Navy’s Next Generation Offshore Patrol Vessel (NGOPV) programme, while ICGS Achal has been commissioned for the Indian Coast Guard.

Over the past 600 days, GSL has launched 14 vessels, showcasing its improved efficiency and industrial strength.

Indigenous Content:

ICGS Achal: Over 65%
INS Shachi: Around 76%

These vessels reflect India’s growing capability in designing and building advanced maritime platforms domestically.

GE Delivers Sixth F404 Engine to HAL

GE Aerospace has delivered the sixth F404-IN20 engine to Hindustan Aeronautics Limited for the Tejas Mk-1A fighter programme.

However, progress has been slower than expected. Only six engines were delivered in the financial year, compared to the originally planned eleven.

While the formal handover has taken place, reports suggest that the engine has not yet physically reached India. The transfer is believed to have occurred at a facility in the United States.

Supply chain disruptions, partly due to geopolitical tensions involving the US, Israel, and Iran, have affected production timelines. These issues have impacted the execution of the larger 99-engine contract signed earlier.

Despite delays, both GE Aerospace and HAL are working closely to streamline production and ensure timely delivery of remaining engines.

Review Questions

INS Malwan is primarily designed for which role?
A. Air defence operations
B. Anti-submarine warfare in coastal areas
C. Aircraft carrier escort
D. Amphibious assault operations
ANSWER: B
INS Malwan has been built by which organization?
A. Mazagon Dock Shipbuilders Limited
B. Garden Reach Shipbuilders & Engineers
C. Cochin Shipyard Limited
D. Hindustan Shipyard Limited
ANSWER: C
Who has been appointed as the new Vice Chief of Army Staff?
A. Lt Gen Manoj Pande
B. Lt Gen Dhiraj Seth
C. Lt Gen Bipin Rawat
D. Lt Gen Anil Chauhan
ANSWER: B
Bharat Electronics Limited (BEL) secured new orders worth approximately:
A. ₹3,500 crore
B. ₹5,200 crore
C. ₹6,795 crore
D. ₹8,100 crore
ANSWER: C
The F404-IN20 engines delivered by GE Aerospace are meant for which
aircraft?
A. Sukhoi Su-30MKI
B. Rafale
C. Tejas Mk-1A
D. Mirage 2000
ANSWER: C
Which countries are part of the AUKUS program?
A. India, United States, and Australia
B. United Kingdom, Australia, and United States
C. United Kingdom, China, and Australia
D. India, China, and Australia
ANSWER: B
Goodwill Ambassador Of ‘Maa Bharati Ke Sapoot’ Is
A. Akshay Kumar
B. Neeraj Chopra
C. P V Sindhu
D. Amitabh Bachchan
ANSWER: D
Helicopter Training School Is Located At
A. Hakimpet, Telangana
B. Chennai, T.N.
C. Noida, U.P.
D. None
ANSWER: A
Wing Commander Rank Of IAF Is Equivalent to __ Rank of Indian Navy.
A. Commander
B. Lieutenant
C. Admiral
D. Captain
ANSWER: A
Joint Exercise B/w India And Japan Is Called:
A. Shinyuu Maitri
B. SLINEX
C. Indra
D. Yudha Abhyas
ANSWER: A
“Home in the World” Book Written By
A. Shashi Tharoor
B. Sitaram Yechuri
C. Amartya Sen
D. APJ Abdul Kalam
ANSWER: C
Motto Of the Territorial Army Is
A. Rhino Charge
B. Duty Unto Death
C. Valour
D. Savdhani Va Shoorta
ANSWER: D
Army Dental Corps Centre Located At
A. Lucknow
B. Pune
C. Mumbai
D. None of the above
ANSWER: A
Veera Madrassi, Adi Kollu, Adi Kollu Is The War Cry Of
A. MECHANISED INFANTRY REGIMENT
B. THE BRIGADE OF THE GUARDS
C. MADRAS REGIMENT
D. None of the above
ANSWER: C
RATS Stands For
A. Regional Anti-Terrorist Student
B. Regional Anti-Terror Structure
C. Regional Anti-Terrorist Structure
D. Regional Anti-Tourist Structure
ANSWER: C
Raytheon Technologies Is A Company Of Which Nation
A. Taiwan
B. China
C. USA
D. None of the Above
ANSWER: C
Mundra Port Is In
A. M.H.
B. Kerala
C. UP
D. Gujrat
ANSWER: D
Air India One Manufactured By
A. India
B. Japan
C. France
D. USA
ANSWER: D
Joint Exercises B/w India And Indonesia Is Called:
A. Garuda Shakti
B. SLINEX
C. Indra
D. Yudha Abhyas
ANSWER: A
Joint Exercises B/w India And USA Is Called:
A. Garuda Shakti
B. SLINEX
C. Indra
D. Yudha Abhyas
ANSWER: D

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Divyanshu Pandey

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