National 21 August 2026
Territorial Army Launches National Hackathon 'Terrier Cyber Quest 2026'
Why in the News?
The Territorial Army has launched a national-level hackathon titled 'Terrier Cyber Quest 2026' to drive innovation and develop indigenous solutions for cybersecurity, defence, and information domain challenges.
Key Features / Major Points:
Collaborative Initiative: Organized in partnership with CyberPeace, bringing together top talent from academia, industry, research institutions, government organizations, and the Armed Forces.
Core Focus: Concentrates on Artificial Intelligence (AI), threat mitigation, cybersecurity, and digital awareness to strengthen national security.
Competition Tracks: Conducted across three distinct tracks—
Bug Hunting
AI Kavach
Creators Challenge
Static GK Facts:
Territorial Army (TA):
Raised: 1948 (Inaugurated on October 9, 1949, by C. Rajagopalachari)
Motto: Vigilance and Valour (सावधान व शूरता)
Serves as a reserve force and second line of defence for the Indian Army.
One-Liner Quiz (All Competitive Exams):
Which national hackathon was recently launched by the Territorial Army in collaboration with CyberPeace?
Answer: Terrier Cyber Quest 2026
Where will the Grand Finale of the 'Terrier Cyber Quest 2026' hackathon be held?
Answer: New Delhi