Defence & Current Affairs Capsule 2025

A collection of key terms and concepts related to current affairs and defence initiatives in 2025.

Brown v. Board of Education

A landmark 1954 Supreme Court case ruling that separate educational facilities are inherently unequal.

Beti Bachao Beti Padhao

A campaign launched in India aimed at promoting the welfare and education of girls.

NVS-02 Mission

The 100th launch by ISRO to enhance India's navigation capabilities through satellite technology.

Exercise EKUVERIN

A military exercise between India and Maldives conducted in Maldives.

VSHORADS (Very Short-Range Air Defence System)

A Man Portable Air Defence system tested by DRDO for use by the Indian armed forces.

BrahMos

A supersonic cruise missile developed by India in collaboration with Russia.

G20

An international forum for governments and central bank governors from 19 countries and the EU to discuss policy.

UNESCO

The United Nations Educational, Scientific and Cultural Organization, which aims to promote world peace and security through international cooperation.

Special Economic Zones (SEZs)

Designated areas in countries to promote economic growth by providing special tax and regulatory exemptions.

SWIFT (Society for Worldwide Interbank Financial Telecommunication)

A cooperative organization that provides a secure platform for financial transactions and banking operations.

International Day of Women and Girls in Science

A day to promote the full and equal access and participation of girls and women in science.

Mitra Shakti

A joint military exercise between India and Sri Lanka aimed at enhancing interoperability.

India's National Biodiversity Strategy and Action Plan (NBSAP)

A framework aimed at enhancing biodiversity conservation and sustainable resource use in India.

DRDO (Defence Research and Development Organisation)

India's premier agency responsible for developing technology for use by the military.

Sankalp Se Sidhi

A movement launched to enhance the socio-economic development of communities in India.

Climate Action Summit

A meeting to discuss global actions against climate change and promote sustainable practices.

NavIC (Navigation with Indian Constellation)

India's regional satellite navigation system providing accurate positioning services.

Bharatiya Antariksh Station

India's first planned space station, expected to be launched by 2035.

BrahMos

A supersonic cruise missile developed by India in collaboration with Russia.