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Defence Current Affairs 13 October 2025
Exercise AUSTRAHIND 2025
A 120-member contingent from the Indian Army has departed for Irwin Barracks, Perth, Australia, to take part in the fourth edition of the India–Australia joint military exercise AUSTRAHIND 2025, scheduled from 13th to 26th October 2025.
The Indian side is represented by a Battalion of Gorkha Rifles along with personnel from other arms and services.
The exercise aims to enhance defence cooperation, improve interoperability, and provide a platform for exchanging tactics, techniques, and procedures related to sub-conventional warfare in urban and semi-urban environments.
The participation reflects the growing mutual trust and camaraderie between the Indian and Australian armies, strengthening the spirit of bilateral military collaboration.
United Nations Troop Contributing Countries’ (UNTCC) Chiefs’ Conclave
The Indian Army will host the United Nations Troop Contributing Countries’ (UNTCC) Chiefs’ Conclave in New Delhi from 14th to 16th October 2025. This high-level event will bring together senior military leaders from 32 nations that play a major role in UN peacekeeping operations.
Delegations are scheduled to arrive on 13th October 2025, and the conclave will serve as a platform to discuss operational challenges, evolving threats, interoperability, inclusivity in decision-making, and the role of technology and training in future UN missions.
As one of the largest contributors to UN peacekeeping, India seeks to promote cooperation and share best practices in alignment with the philosophy of “Vasudhaiva Kutumbakam” (The World is One Family).
Countries including Australia, Bangladesh, France, Nepal, Kenya, and Vietnam, among others, will participate in the event.
Inspector Bhawna Chaudhary Becomes BSF’s First Woman Flight Engineer
The Border Security Force (BSF) has achieved a historic milestone with Inspector Bhawna Chaudhary becoming the first woman flight engineer in its air wing, following the successful completion of its inaugural in-house training programme.
She, along with four male officers, was awarded the flying badge by BSF Director General Daljit Singh Chawdhary.
The BSF air wing, established in 1969, operates under the Ministry of Home Affairs (MHA) and provides aviation support to various paramilitary and special forces such as the NSG and NDRF.
Formed in December 1965, the BSF, with a strength of nearly 3 lakh personnel, is responsible for guarding India’s borders with Pakistan and Bangladesh and assisting in internal security duties.
DAC Approves ₹5,150 Crore ‘Dharashakthi’ Integrated EW System
The Defence Acquisition Council (DAC) has approved a major project worth ₹5,150 crore for the Dharashakthi Integrated Electronic Warfare (EW) System, developed indigenously to strengthen India’s electronic warfare capabilities.
The system is designed to detect, intercept, monitor, and disrupt enemy electronic signals, ensuring secure communication for Indian forces. It is specifically tailored for desert and plain terrains, including the Samaghat and Shatrughat sectors.
This approval represents a major step toward self-reliance in defence technologies and enhances India’s operational readiness in high-temperature and open-field conditions.
India to Participate in Gaza Peace Summit
India will be represented by Minister of State for External Affairs Kirti Vardan Singh at the Gaza Peace Summit scheduled to take place on 13th October 2025 in Sharm el-Sheikh, Egypt.
The summit, co-hosted by Egypt and the United States, will bring together over 20 world leaders, including Prime Minister Narendra Modi, who were invited to discuss the ceasefire agreement between Israel and Hamas.
The discussions are expected to focus on restoring peace in Gaza, with mediation efforts led by Egypt, the U.S., and Qatar.
The event will be co-chaired by Egyptian President Abdel Fattah El-Sisi and U.S. President Donald Trump, underlining global efforts toward a long-term resolution in the Middle East.
Review Questions
- Exercise AUSTRAHIND 2025 is being held at which location?
A. Darwin, Australia
B. Perth, Australia
C. Sydney, Australia
D. Melbourne, Australia
ANSWER: B - Which regiment is leading the Indian Army contingent in Exercise
AUSTRAHIND 2025?
A. Rajput Regiment
B. Gorkha Rifles
C. Sikh Regiment
D. Jat Regiment
ANSWER: B - The UN Troop Contributing Countries’ (UNTCC) Chiefs’ Conclave 2025 will be
hosted by India in which city?
A. Mumbai
B. Bengaluru
C. New Delhi
D. Hyderabad
ANSWER: C - Who became the first woman Flight Engineer in the BSF Air Wing?
A. Inspector Kavita Singh
B. Inspector Neha Sharma
C. Inspector Bhawna Chaudhary
D. Inspector Ritu Verma
ANSWER: C - The DAC approved the ‘Dharashakthi’ Integrated EW System at what total
cost?
A. ₹4,500 crore
B. ₹5,150 crore
C. ₹6,200 crore
D. ₹7,000 crore
ANSWER: B - What is the meaning of ‘Udbhav’ in the context of ‘Project UDBHAV’?
A. Innovation
B. Origin
C. Strategy
D. Military Power
ANSWER: B - When is India scheduled to launch its human spaceflight mission, ‘Gaganyaan’?
A. 2022
B. 2023
C. 2024
D. 2026
ANSWER: D - In Colonial Era CRPF Was Known As
A. Crown Representative’s Police
B. Crown Response Force
C. Queens Protection Force
D. None
ANSWER: A - Elizabeth II was Queen Of The
A. USA
B. UK
C. Israel
D. China
ANSWER: B - Ex HARIMAU SHAKTI Conducted b/w India &
A. Malaysia
B. Maldives
C. Mongolia
D. Myanmar
ANSWER: A - INS Darshak Is A
A. Destroyer
B. OPV
C. Submarine
D. Hydrographic Survey Ship
ANSWER: D - Pangong Tso lake Is Located In
A. Kashmir
B. Ladakh
C. Odisha
D. Kochi
ANSWER: B - INS Khukri Is A Type Of
A. Frigate
B. Submarine
C. Destroyer
D. Missile Corvette
ANSWER: D - Pangong Tso lake Is Located In
A. Kashmir
B. Ladakh
C. Odisha
D. Kochi
ANSWER: B - Priyadarshini Is A Fast Patrol Vessel Of
A. ICG
B. IAF
C. Indian Navy
D. BSF
ANSWER: A - Which Port Is Located In the Western Coast of India?
A. Kandla
B. Kolkata
C. Mangalore
D. Visakhapatnam
ANSWER: A - AAI Stands For
A. Airport Author of India
B. Air Authority of India
C. Airport Authority of India
D. None of the above
ANSWER: C - India Purchased Boeing 737 from
A. USA
B. Sweden
C. France
D. None of the above
ANSWER: A - Indian Army Flag Consist Colours of___ Colours.
A. Gold, Red And Black
B. Gold, Red And Blue
C. Gold, Rose Black And Black
D. Green, Red And Black
ANSWER: A - Operation Talwar Was Conducted In
A. 1978
B. 1988
C. 1998
D. 1999
ANSWER: D
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