Defence Current Affairs 29 January 2026

In Current Affairs for 29 January 2026, we will see the latest national and international current affairs news. These important current affairs will be beneficial...

Divyanshu Pandey
January 29, 2026
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In Current Affairs for 29 January 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 29 January 2026

First Two Overhauled T-72 Tanks Rolled Out

India has taken another step towards strengthening its armoured fleet with the successful overhaul of two T-72 battle tanks under a pilot programme. The tanks were refurbished by Vehicle Factory Jabalpur (VFJ), which operates under Armoured Vehicles Nigam Limited (AVNL). Lieutenant General Amardeep Singh Aujla, the Master General Sustainment (MGS) of the Indian Army, formally flagged off the overhauled platforms.

To address the growing demand for battle tank refurbishment, AVNL assigned VFJ the task of enhancing overhaul capacity alongside the Heavy Vehicles Factory (HVF), another AVNL unit. According to an official release, VFJ completed the project in strict compliance with the Indian Army’s technical specifications and quality benchmarks. The achievement underlines VFJ’s preparedness to support the Army’s operational and maintenance requirements on a larger scale.

India–Russia Engage in Technical Talks on Su-57 Fighter

India and Russia are currently engaged in detailed technical consultations to assess the feasibility of jointly producing the fifth-generation Sukhoi Su-57E fighter aircraft in India, according to senior Russian aerospace officials. The discussions include the possibility of manufacturing the aircraft at facilities already producing the Su-30 fighters, with extensive participation from Indian industries and integration of indigenous systems.

During ongoing engagements, Russia also showcased its advanced aviation platforms, including the Ilyushin Il-114-300 regional transport aircraft and the Sukhoi SJ-100. Russian officials indicated that the Su-57 proposal is at an advanced stage of evaluation and would require comprehensive technical and contractual assessment.

In parallel, cooperation in the civil aviation sector is also progressing. An agreement has reportedly been signed between United Aircraft Corporation (UAC) and Hindustan Aeronautics Limited (HAL) for producing Superjet-100 regional aircraft in India. The partnership aims not only to localise manufacturing but also to supply components and systems back to Russia.

India and Russia to Conduct Joint Naval Exercises

India and Russia are set to enhance maritime cooperation through joint naval exercises scheduled to take place in the Bay of Bengal in February. According to Russian media reports, a frigate from Russia’s Pacific Fleet will participate in the multinational Milan-2026 naval drills before making an unofficial port visit to Visakhapatnam between February 18 and 25. The exercises reflect continued defence engagement between the two nations in the Indo-Pacific region.

Trump Signals Military Pressure on Iran

Former US President Donald Trump has once again adopted a tough tone on Iran, highlighting both military readiness and the possibility of negotiations. Speaking at a public event in Iowa, Trump referred to a significant US naval presence moving towards the region, describing it as a show of strength aimed at compelling Tehran to negotiate.

He reiterated this stance in media interviews, stating that the situation with Iran remains fluid and claiming that Iranian officials have expressed interest in talks. The military build-up reportedly includes aircraft carrier strike groups, destroyers, and air assets, intended to counter Iran’s regional influence and recent missile tests. The remarks come amid rising tensions linked to Iran’s proxy activities across West Asia.

Rajnath Singh Calls for Faster Induction of Indigenous Weapons

Defence Minister Rajnath Singh has urged faster deployment of indigenous defence technologies, praising the Defence Research and Development Organisation (DRDO) for its role in strengthening India’s military capabilities. Referring to lessons from recent operations, he stressed the need to minimise delays between research, prototype development, testing, and induction into the armed forces.

Highlighting the fast-changing nature of modern warfare, Singh noted that technological superiority depends on speed as much as capability. He called for closer collaboration between DRDO, the public sector, and private industry, while advising the organisation to avoid duplicating capacities already present in the private sector. According to him, timely induction of systems should be the primary benchmark for evaluating defence research performance.

Review Questions

The first two T-72 tanks under a pilot overhaul project were refurbished by
which organisation?
A. Heavy Vehicles Factory (HVF)
B. Ordnance Factory Board
C. Vehicle Factory Jabalpur (VFJ)
D. Bharat Earth Movers Limited
ANSWER: C
Who flagged off the first two overhauled T-72 tanks?
A. Chief of Army Staff
B. Defence Minister of India
C. Lieutenant General Amardeep Singh Aujla
D. Chairman, AVNL
ANSWER: C
Vehicle Factory Jabalpur (VFJ) functions under which parent organisation?
A. DRDO
B. Hindustan Aeronautics Limited
C. Armoured Vehicles Nigam Limited
D. Ministry of Heavy Industries
ANSWER: C
India and Russia are holding technical discussions for joint production of which
fifth-generation fighter aircraft?
A. Su-35
B. MiG-35
C. Su-57E
D. Tejas Mk-2
ANSWER: C
Which Indian public sector company is involved in discussions with Russia for
producing Superjet-100 aircraft in India?
A. Bharat Electronics Limited
B. Hindustan Aeronautics Limited
C. Tata Advanced Systems
D. Mahindra Defence
ANSWER: B
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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Divyanshu Pandey

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