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Geopolitics
PM Modi’s Historic Knesset Address
PM Modi became the first Indian PM to address the Israeli Knesset on 25 Feb 2026 during a 2-day state visit. He received the ‘Speaker of the Knesset’ Medal and reaffirmed India’s zero-tolerance stance against terrorism.
Defence
INS Anjadip – ASW-SWC Project
INS Anjadip is the 3rd of 8 Anti-Submarine Warfare – Shallow Water Craft ships built by GRSE, Kolkata. It is 77m long with water-jet propulsion, equipped with Sonar Abhay, torpedoes, and ASW rockets. Commissioned on 27 Feb 2026.
Infrastructure
Delhi–Meerut Namo Bharat RRTS Corridor
India’s first Regional Rapid Transit System (RRTS) spans 82 km between Delhi and Meerut. It is the first corridor where RRTS and Metro share the same station and track. Designed speed: 180 kmph; operational speed: 160 kmph.
International
Rob Jetten – New PM of Netherlands
Rob Jetten (38) became the youngest and first openly gay PM of the Netherlands. He leads a D66 + CDA + VVD coalition with 66 of 150 seats. Sworn in by King Willem-Alexander at The Hague.
Defence
Exercise Vayushakti-26
IAF’s firepower demonstration at Pokhran Air-to-Ground Range, Jaisalmer. Featured Tejas, Rafale, Su-30MKI, Mirage-2000, MiG-29, Jaguar and transport aircraft. Motto: ‘Achook, Abhedya aur Sateek’ (Precise, Impenetrable and Accurate).
Business & Economy
India-France DTAC Amendment
The Most Favoured Nation (MFN) clause was removed from the India-France DTAC to resolve past disputes. Capital gains are now taxed in the company’s resident country. Dividends taxed at 5% (10%+ shareholding) or 15% (others). Original DTAC signed 29 Sep 1992.
Agriculture
Jute MSP for 2026–27
CCEA set raw jute (TD-3 grade) MSP at Rs 5,925/quintal, up Rs 275 from the previous year. This ensures a 61.8% return over production cost. Jute MSP has risen 2.5 times since 2014–15 (from Rs 2,400). Rs 1,342 crore disbursed to farmers.
Defence
Dharma Guardian – India-Japan Exercise
The 7th edition of Dharma Guardian is a bilateral India-Japan counter-terrorism exercise under UN mandate. The 2026 edition is notable for the first-time use of AI-enabled sensors for real-time battlefield data, strengthening the Special Strategic Partnership.
Internal Security
PRAHAR – National Counter-Terrorism Strategy
PRAHAR is India’s first national counter-terrorism strategy, launched by the Ministry of Home Affairs. Its pillars are prevention, response, and capacity aggregation. It criminalises terrorist acts, denies funds and safe havens, and follows a human rights-based approach.
Polity & Governance
Kerala Renamed to Keralam – Article 3
The Union Cabinet approved renaming Kerala to Keralam under Article 3 of the Constitution, which governs state name changes. The bill is referred to the State Legislature and passed by simple majority in both Houses. It requires amending the First Schedule and Fourth Schedule.
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Which Israeli institution did PM Modi address in Feb 2026?
The Knesset (Israeli Parliament)
He received the ‘Speaker of the Knesset’ Medal
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What is the total length of the Delhi–Meerut RRTS corridor?
82 km
Designed speed: 180 kmph; Operational: 160 kmph
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Which shipyard built INS Anjadip?
GRSE, Kolkata
3rd of 8 ASW-SWC ships; 77m long with water-jet propulsion
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What is the MSP for raw jute (TD-3) for 2026–27?
Rs 5,925/quintal
Increase of Rs 275; provides 61.8% return over production cost
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Which Constitutional Article governs renaming of states?
Article 3
Requires amending First Schedule & Fourth Schedule
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Which ministry launched ‘PRAHAR’ counter-terrorism strategy?
Ministry of Home Affairs
Pillars: Prevention, Response, Capacity Aggregation
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Where was Exercise Vayushakti-26 conducted?
Pokhran, Jaisalmer
Featured Tejas, Rafale, Su-30MKI, Mirage-2000 & more
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Dharma Guardian exercise is between India and which country?
Japan
7th edition; first-time use of AI-enabled sensors
Think & Discuss
AI on the Battlefield: How Should India Balance Technological Innovation with Ethical Warfare?
Context from today’s quiz: The 7th edition of Exercise Dharma Guardian (India-Japan) introduced AI-enabled sensors for real-time battlefield data for the first time. Meanwhile, India’s PRAHAR counter-terrorism strategy emphasises a human rights-based approach. Exercise Vayushakti-26 showcased the IAF’s advanced firepower capabilities with indigenous and imported platforms.
🤔 Your Perspective Matters
As India integrates AI and advanced technology into its defence operations — from AI-enabled battlefield sensors in joint exercises to indigenous platforms like Tejas — the line between technological superiority and ethical responsibility becomes crucial. While PRAHAR commits to a human rights-based counter-terrorism approach, how should India ensure that AI in defence enhances decision-making without undermining accountability?
Can India lead the global conversation on ethical AI use in military operations while maintaining strategic deterrence?
Can India lead the global conversation on ethical AI use in military operations while maintaining strategic deterrence?
- Should there be international regulations on the use of AI-enabled autonomous weapons systems, and what role should India play in shaping them?
- How can India balance indigenous defence production (like Tejas) with the need for rapid AI integration from global partners?
- Does a human rights-based counter-terrorism strategy like PRAHAR strengthen or constrain India’s security responses in an era of AI-driven warfare?
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