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4th April, 2026- INS Aridaman, Jan Vishwas, IBC amendments

4th April, 2026- INS Aridaman, Jan Vishwas, IBC amendments

Mains Examination: General Studies-III: Achievements of Indians in science & technology; indigenization of technology and developing new technology What’s the ongoing story: India Friday inducted its third nuclear-powered ballistic missile submarine (SSBN), INS Aridaman, significantly strengthening its sea-based nuclear deterrent capabilities. The Indian Navy also commissioned the advanced stealth frigate INS Taragiri at a separate ceremony. — What is India’s “no first use” policy? — How did the No First Use doctrine come into being? — What are the advantages and disadvantages of the nuclear submarine? — What is the significance of establishing a nuclear triad? — What are the international conventions on use of nuclear weapons? — Which countries possess nuclear weapons? Key Takeaways: — The quiet commissioning of INS Aridhaman, which will significantly strengthen India’s sea-based nuclear deterrent capabilities, is in line with how the previous two indigenous Arihant-class submarines, INS Arihant and INS Arighaat, were inducted in 2016 and 2024 respectively. Story continues below this ad — INS Aridaman, a 7,000-tonne vessel, is believed to have eight vertical launching system tubes — …

Weekly UPSC Current Affairs Quiz

Weekly UPSC Current Affairs Quiz

As UPSC CSE Prelims 2026 is just a few months away, current affairs should be your primary focus. UPSC Weekly Quiz is a current affairs–based quiz on relevant topics from the past week, curated for aspirants of competitive examinations. Attempt the weekly quiz every Saturday and find detailed answers to the MCQs with explanations. 🚨 Click Here to read the UPSC Essentials magazine for February 2026. Share your views and suggestions in the comment box or at [email protected]🚨 1. The MILAN-2026 was organised by the Indian Navy. 2. Navies of more than 50 countries participated in the exercise. 3. The first edition of the exercise was held in 2005 at Visakhapatnam. How many of the statements given above are correct? (a) Only one (b) Only two (c) All three (d) None Why this question for UPSC Prelims 2026? The multinational naval exercise MILAN was conducted recently, making it a current affairs–linked defence topic. It reflects India’s growing maritime cooperation in the Indo-Pacific. UPSC can ask prelims questions on recent military exercises, participating countries, and organising forces. Explanation: — Iran frigate IRIS Dena—which had …