US Minuteman-3 ICBM Test & "Doomsday Weapon": Current Affairs November 2025 | UPSC & Competitive Exam Guide

Introduction: The Minuteman-3 Test & Global Nuclear Tensions

On November 5, 2025, the United States successfully tested its Minuteman-3 Intercontinental Ballistic Missile (ICBM) from Vandenberg Space Force Base in California—a development that has intensified global discussions about nuclear deterrence, strategic signaling,...

INS Ikshak Commissioning November 2025: Ultimate UPSC Current Affairs Guide

INS Ikshak: India's Indigenous Survey Vessel Commissioned Today – What You Must Know for UPSC

The Indian Navy is poised to strengthen its maritime surveillance and hydrographic capabilities with the formal commissioning of INS Ikshak today, November 6, 2025, at Naval...

Russia's Burevestnik Nuclear-Powered Missile: Revolutionary Weapon Test Shakes Global Security | UPSC Current Affairs October 27, 2025

In a groundbreaking development that has sent shockwaves through global defense establishments, Russia announced the successful test of the 9M730 Burevestnik—the world's first operational nuclear-powered cruise missile. On October 21, 2025, this revolutionary weapon system flew for 15 hours covering...

INS Mahe: India’s First Indigenous Anti-Submarine Shallow Water Craft Boosts Naval Power – UPSC Current Affairs October 25, 2025

The Indian Navy has scored a significant milestone in maritime defense with the formal handover of INS Mahe, the first Anti-Submarine Warfare Shallow Water Craft (ASW-SWC) designed and built in India by Cochin Shipyard Limited (CSL), on October 23, 2025....

INS Androth Commissioned: Current Affairs September 19, 2025 | UPSC Daily GK Update | Atharva Examwise Defense News Today

The Indian Navy has significantly bolstered its maritime security capabilities with the commissioning of INS Androth, a cutting-edge anti-submarine warfare shallow water craft that represents India's growing prowess in indigenous defense manufacturing. This development marks a crucial milestone in India's...

Indian Navy Inducts Advanced Stealth Frigates INS Udaygiri and INS Himgiri: Current Affairs August 27, 2025 | UPSC Daily GK Update

Historic Twin Commissioning Strengthens India's Naval Power

Defense Minister Rajnath Singh commissioned two indigenous multi-mission stealth frigates - INS Udaygiri and INS Himgiri - into the Indian Navy on Tuesday, August 26, 2025, at the Naval Dockyard in Visakhapatnam. This marks...

Ukraine Unveils Plan to Produce 1,000 Interceptor Drones Daily: A Strategic Response to Escalating Russian Attacks

Ukraine is dramatically scaling up its defensive capabilities in response to Russia's intensifying drone warfare campaign. President Volodymyr Zelensky has announced an ambitious target to produce 500-1,000 interceptor drones daily, marking a significant shift in modern aerial defense strategy.

The Drone...

Current Affairs July 21, 2025: From INS Nistar to FTO Designation – Daily GK Update for UPSC and Other Competitive Exams

Introduction

Every serious UPSC aspirant must be aware of developments impacting India’s security, economy, governance, and public health. Today’s Daily GK Update covers the commissioning of INS Nistar, the designation of TRF as a Foreign Terrorist Organization (FTO), the impeachment motion...

INS Nistar Inducted into Naval Fleet: India’s First Indigenous Diving Support Vessel – Current Affairs July 19, 2025 | Crucial for UPSC Preparation

A Major Milestone for Indian Navy

The Indian Navy marked a historic achievement by commissioning INS Nistar, India’s first fully indigenously designed and built Diving Support Vessel (DSV), on July 18, 2025. The commissioning ceremony took place at the Naval Dockyard...