Who assumed (29th August 2024) command of the Indian Naval Academy, Ezhimala?

Vineet McCarty

C.R. Praveen Nair

Ramesh Menon

Rajesh Malhotra

Correct Answer : C.R. Praveen Nair

Vice Admiral C.R. Praveen Nair took charge as the Commandant of the Indian Naval Academy (INA), Ezhimala, on Thursday (29th August 2024), succeeding Vice Admiral Vineet McCarty.

Vice Admiral Nair, a highly decorated officer with a distinguished career in the Indian Navy, brings extensive experience in Surface Warfare, Communications, and Electronic Warfare to his new role.

Commissioned into the Indian Navy on July 1, 1991, Vice Admiral Nair has an impressive academic and professional background.

He is an alumnus of the Defence Services Staff College, Wellington, and the U.S. Naval War College in Newport, the U.S. Additionally, he holds an MPhil in Defence and Strategic Studies from Mumbai University.

Published On : August 31, 2024

Recent Updates in Defence - General Knowledge Questions

Q .

Which city did the Vietnam Coast Guard Ship CSB 8005 visit for a cooperation exercise with India?

Kochi

Chennai

Mumbai

Visakhapatnam

Correct Answer : Kochi

* The Vietnam Coast Guard Ship CSB 8005 visited Kochi to participate in the "Sahyog — Hop Tac" exercises aimed at enhancing maritime cooperation between India and Vietnam.

* These exercises focus on improving interoperability, strengthening bilateral relations, and addressing regional maritime challenges such as security threats and environmental concerns, fostering mutual trust and collaboration.

Published On : December 19, 2024

Category : Defence

Q .

At which location will the Indian Navy commission INS Nirdeshak on December 18, 2024?

Kochi

Chennai

Visakhapatnam

Mumbai

Correct Answer : Visakhapatnam

* INS Nirdeshak, the Indian Navy's new survey ship, will be commissioned at the Naval Dockyard in Visakhapatnam on December 18, 2024.

* Built by Garden Reach Shipbuilders & Engineers (GRSE), this 110-meter vessel is the second in the Survey Vessel (Large) Project.

* Equipped with advanced hydrographic and oceanographic tools, it enhances India's maritime capabilities, particularly in the Indian Ocean Region.

* The ship also underscores India's focus on self-reliance, with over 80% of its components sourced domestically.

* The event marks a continuation of the legacy of the original INS Nirdeshak, which served the Navy for over 30 years.

Published On : December 18, 2024

Category : Defence

Q .

Which country won the Women's Junior Asia Cup 2024 in hockey?

China

Japan

India

Oman

Correct Answer : India

* India clinched the Women's Junior Asia Cup 2024 in hockey by defeating China in a penalty shootout with a score of 3-2 in Muscat, Oman.

* Key contributors to the victory included goalkeeper Nidhi with three saves and goals by Sakshi Rana, Ishika, and Sunelita Toppo.

* The match ended in a 1-1 draw in regulation time. Additionally, Deepika Sehrawat stood out as the tournament's top scorer with 12 goals, and Hockey India announced rewards for the players and staff to celebrate the achievement.