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Defence Current Affairs 10 February 2024
India & Rwanda Hold Their Maiden JDCC Meeting
- India and Rwanda held the first edition of Joint Defence Cooperation Committee (JDCC) meeting in Kigali, Rwanda on February 8, 2024, to discuss a wide range of opportunities to enhance defence cooperation between the two countries.
- Detailed discussions were held in areas like training cooperation, joint military exercises, defence industrial cooperation etc. The Indian delegation highlighted the growing prowess of Indian defence manufacturers to export to friendly countries.
- The Rwandan side evinced keen interest in augmenting training cooperation, expressing confidence in the growing capabilities of the Indian defence industry. The Rwandan side highlighted areas where the Indian Armed Forces and industry could collaborate with their Defence Forces under the aegis of the Defence MoU signed between the two countries during the visit of PM Modi to Rwanda in 2018.
Chief of The Naval Staff Visit To ANC
- Adm R Hari Kumar, CONS accompanied by Mrs Kala Hari Kumar, President visited Andaman and Nicobar Command from 06 to 09 Feb 2024. They were received in Port Blair by Air Marshal Saju Balakrishnan, Commander-in-Chief, Andaman & Nicobar Command and Mrs Latha Saju, President DWWA.
- The CNS visited HQ ANC and was briefed on the role and significance of India’s only operational Joint Services Command. The CINCAN highlighted the Geo-strategic potential of the Andaman and Nicobar Islands emphasizing ANC’s role in supporting military operations and contributing to ‘Act East’ Policy.
- The CNS also visited Vijay Baugh and laid the foundation stone for sailors’ accommodation in presence of CINCAN and senior leadership of HQ ANC. He also inaugurated the Precision Approach Radar (PAR) at INS Utkrosh.
- ANC units in the Northern and Southern Group of Islands, Adm R Hari Kumar, CNS inaugurated the Naval Communication Network Centres at INS Kohassa, INS Baaz and INS Kardip which would further augment the communication and operational capability of the ANC. The new NCN will enhance real time situational awareness and jointness in communication.
Dubai Civil Defence Launches World’s First Mobile Floating Fire Station
- In a significant initiative that reinforces its leadership in safety infrastructure and innovation, dubai-civil-defence has launched the world’s first sustainable mobile floating fire station. The initiative reflects Dubai’s strategy to constantly enhance its fire and rescue services and raise environmental sustainability.
- Engineered to provide high efficiency in safeguarding marine activities as well as enhanced coverage and swifter response times, the new mobile floating fire station is set to transform maritime emergency response mechanisms in Dubai.
- The first of its kind in the world to be sustainable and environmentally friendly, the floating structure is 70% more cost-effective than traditional marine fire stations.
PAC Asks Defence Ministry To Take Strict Action Against Delays
- Noting that the Army inventory management has a key role in the country’s defence preparedness, a parliamentary panel has recommended the government to dispose of the large volume of “non-moving” items, streamline the procurement process, and initiate “strict action” against those causing procurement delays.
- In a report tabled in the Lok Sabha on Thursday, the Public Accounts Committee (PAC) said that with the Indian Army managing a humongous inventory of approximately 4.5 lakh items, it is imperative that the lacunae ailing the inventory management be urgently plugged and the process streamlined.
- It pointed out that a whopping 31 percent of authorised inventory of the three central ordnance depots comprised non-moving items – items which have neither been demanded nor issued for more than five years, including obsolete, obsolescent and surplus items.
Embraer And Mahindra Announce Collaboration On The C-390
- Embraer Defence & Security and Mahindra announced that they have signed a MoU with the objective of jointly fulfilling the acquisition of the C-390 Millennium multi-mission aircraft by the IAF in its upcoming Medium Transport Aircraft procurement project.
- The C-390 Millennium multi-mission tactical transport aircraft offers unmatched mobility, combining high productivity and operating flexibility with low operating costs, which is an unbeatable combination.
Defence Current Affairs 10 February 2024 Questions
- What is the purpose of the Naval Communication Network Centres?
A. Enhancing trade routes in the Indian Ocean
B. Strengthening cultural exchanges with island communities
C. Augmenting communication and operational capability of the ANC
D. Establishing diplomatic relations with island nations
ANSWER: C - What was the focus of the Joint Defence Cooperation Committee meeting
between India &Rwanda?
A. Discussing climate change mitigation strategies
B. Exploring opportunities for joint space exploration missions
C. Enhancing defence cooperation between the two countries
D. Establishing a joint maritime security task force
ANSWER: C - What is the objective of the MoU signed between Embraer Defence &
Security, Mahindra, and the IAF?
A. Establishing a joint venture for space exploration missions
B. Collaborating on renewable energy projects in rural India
C. Fulfilling the acquisition of the C-390 Millennium multi-mission aircraft
D. Promoting cultural exchanges between Brazil and India
ANSWER: C - Bharat Drone Shakti 2023 Hosted By
A. ICG
B. BSF
C. IAF, Drone Federation of India
D. NSG
ANSWER: C - Port Al-Shuwaikh Is Located At
A. Kuwait
B. Oman
C. Iran
D. Pakistan
ANSWER: A - Varuna Is A
A. Helicopter
B. Machine Gun
C. Drone
D. Fighter Jet
ANSWER: C - Varuna Has Been Developed By The___.
A. Sagar Defence Engineering Private Limited
B. DRDO
C. IIT Kanpur
D. HAL
ANSWER: A - Ex ‘KONKAN, INDRADHANUSH’ Conducted b/w India &
A. Qatar
B. Oman
C. UAE
D. UK
ANSWER: D - __Is India’s Border Guarding Organisation On Its Border With Pakistan And
Bangladesh.
A. SSB
B. ITBP
C. BSF
D. None
ANSWER: C - Eastern Region (E) Of ICG Is Located At
A. Chennai
B. Mumbai
C. Kolkata
D. None of the above
ANSWER: A - Priyadarshini-class Patrol Vessels Is Manufactured By
A. CSL
B. MDL
C. GRSE
D. None of the above
ANSWER: C - Indian Navy Founded On
A. 26 January 1945
B. 26 January 1950
C. 26 January 1960
D. 26 January 1970
ANSWER: B - With Which Nation India Holds 2+2 Dialogue?
A. Pakistan
B. Japan
C. USA
D. Both B& C
ANSWER: D - DRDO Lakshya Is A
A. Fighter Jet
B. Ship
C. Tank
D. UAV
ANSWER: D - Exercise Samudra Shakti Conducted B/w Indonesia &
A. India
B. Nepal
C. Bangladesh
D. Bhutan
ANSWER: A - Captain Rank of Indian Navy Equivalent to Which rank of IAF?
A. Flying Officer
B. Flight Lieutenant
C. Group Captain
D. None
ANSWER: C - Brussels Is The Capital Of
A. Belgium
B. Belize
C. Benin
D. Bhutan
ANSWER: A - “Jungle Nama” Book Is Written By
A. Jhumpa Lahiri
B. Amitav Ghosh
C. Hew Strachan
D. Nirupama Rao
ANSWER: B - Rapid Action Force Hq Is In
A. Mumbai
B. Lucknow
C. Surat
D. New Delhi
ANSWER: D - War Cry Of SIKH LIGHT INFANTRY Is
A. Garud ka hun bol pyare
B. Everywhere
C. Raja Ramachandra ki jai
D. Jo bole So Nihal, sat sri akal
ANSWER: D
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