Naval exercise ‘Varuna’ 2025 to be held from Mar 19-22

Naval exercise ‘Varuna’ 2025 to be held from Mar 19-22

Daily Current Affairs   /   Naval exercise ‘Varuna’ 2025 to be held from Mar 19-22

Change Language English Hindi

Category : Defense Published on: March 21 2025

Share on facebook
  • The 23rd edition of the bilateral naval exercise Varuna will be held from March 19 to 22, 2025, as a testament to the permanent maritime partnership between India and France. 
  • Since its inception in 2001, Exercise Varuna has evolved as a cornerstone of cooperation, reflecting the commitment of both countries to enhance naval engagement and operational synergy. 
  • This year's edition is expected to feature an exciting series of maritime exercises and complex maneuvers under the water, on land, and in the air. 
  • The joint participation of aircraft carriers Vikrant and Charles de Gaulle, along with their fighter jets, destroyers, frigates, and an Indian Scorpene-class submarine, truly highlights the collaborative capabilities of both navies. 
  • Advanced air defense and combat exercises will be held during naval exercise Varuna 2025, which will also include air-to-air engagements between French Rafale-M and Indian MiG-29K, designed to hone tactical and operational capabilities.
Recent Post's

  • The Telangana government launched the Indiramma Family Life Insurance Scheme providing ₹5 lakh coverage to 1.15 crore families starting June 2, 2026.

    Read More....

  • The Prakriti 2026 conference in New Delhi introduced the Indian Carbon Market Portal to streamline carbon trading and climate action.

    Read More....

  • The traditional Kelbai ‘Peth’ Festival is being celebrated in Mulgao, Goa, featuring a sacred ritual journey of the deity to Mayem village.

    Read More....

  • Scientists identified the desert moss Syntrichia caninervis as a potential pioneer for Mars colonization due to its extreme resilience.

    Read More....

  • World Water Day 2026 was observed on March 22 with the theme "Water and Gender" to promote equitable access and management.

    Read More....

  • A new wild kiwi species, Actinidia indica, was discovered by the Botanical Survey of India in the Ziro Valley of Arunachal Pradesh.

    Read More....

  • The Indian government launched the PRARAMBH 2026 campaign to educate citizens about the new Income Tax Act, 2025, effective from April 1.

    Read More....

  • Pakistan ranked first in the Global Terrorism Index 2026 due to rising violence, while India stood at the 13th position.

    Read More....

  • The Madras High Court issued directives for the systematic removal of the invasive plant species Prosopis juliflora to restore Tamil Nadu's ecology.

    Read More....

  • The National Productivity Council (NPC) has been designated as the Environment Audit Designated Agency to monitor industrial compliance.

    Read More....