US Delivers 21st MH-60R Seahawk Helicopter to Strengthen Indian Navy's Fleet
The procurement is part of a larger government-to-government bilateral agreement signed for 24 advanced helicopters, valued at approximately US$946 million (around Rs 6,400 crore).
These versatile Seahawk helicopters, manufactured by Lockheed Martin, are designed for anti-submarine warfare, search-and-rescue, and anti-surface warfare operations.
Significance: Acquiring state-of-the-art maritime aircraft enhances India's anti-submarine capabilities and surveillance presence in the strategically vital Indian Ocean Region (IOR).
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Q Practice Quiz — 18 July 2026
1. On which railway section has India's first hydrogen-powered train been launched?
Explanation: India's first hydrogen-powered train will initially operate on the Jind-Sonipat section of the Northern Railway in Haryana.
2. Which state secured the first rank among the 'Large States' category in the newly released NITI Aayog Investment Friendliness Index?
Explanation: Among the Large States category, Gujarat secured the first rank in the NITI Aayog Investment Friendliness Index.
3. Who has succeeded Iqbal Singh Lalpura as the new Chairperson of the National Commission for Minorities (NCM)?
Explanation: Harjit Singh Grewal has been appointed as the Chairperson of the National Commission for Minorities, succeeding Iqbal Singh Lalpura whose tenure ended in April 2025.
4. GAIL has signed an MoU with which organization to collaborate on sourcing and securing strategic critical minerals?
Explanation: GAIL (India) Limited signed an MoU with Khanij Bidesh India Limited (KABIL) to strengthen collaboration in sourcing critical minerals.
5. At which location did the Indian Navy receive its 21st MH-60R Seahawk multi-role helicopter from the United States?
Explanation: The 21st MH-60R Seahawk multi-role helicopter was delivered to the Indian Navy at Kochi, Kerala.
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