News: Short-range ballistic missile Agni-1 was successfully test-launched from Chandipur, Odisha, on May 22, 2026, under Strategic Forces Command. About Agni-1 Ballistic Missile Agni-1 is an indigenously developed, nuclear-capable surface-to-surface Short-Range Ballistic Missile (SRBM). The Agni missile series includes Agni-I, Agni-II, Agni-III, Agni-IV, Agni-V, with Agni-V being the most advanced missile in the series. Origin:… Continue reading Agni-1 Ballistic Missile
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UAV-Launched Precision Guided Missile (ULPGM)-V3
News: DRDO successfully completed final development trials of the UAV-Launched Precision Guided Missile (ULPGM)-V3 in air-to-ground and air-to-air modes. About UAV-Launched Precision Guided Missile (ULPGM)-V3 ULPGM-V3 is the third variant of the indigenous drone-launched precision guided missile developed for modern drone warfare operations. Developed by: It has been developed by DRDO’s Research Centre Imarat, Hyderabad… Continue reading UAV-Launched Precision Guided Missile (ULPGM)-V3
Operation RAGEPILL
News: Under Operation RAGEPILL, the Narcotics Control Bureau (NCB) busted an international Captagon trafficking syndicate, seizing around 227.7 kg of Captagon tablets/powder and arresting an overstaying Syrian national linked to the network. About Operation RAGEPILL Conducted by: Operation RAGEPILL has been conducted by Narcotics Control Bureau (NCB). It is the first-ever seizure of Captagon by… Continue reading Operation RAGEPILL
India’s Successful test of Actively Cooled Full Scale Scramjet Combustor
News: Defence Research & Development Laboratory (DRDL) of DRDO has achieved a path-breaking milestone in the development of Hypersonic Missiles by successfully conducting an extensive long-duration test of its Actively Cooled Full Scale Scramjet Combustor. About India’s Successful test of Actively Cooled Full Scale Scramjet Combustor Introduction Conducted by: The Defence Research and Development Organisation successfully… Continue reading India’s Successful test of Actively Cooled Full Scale Scramjet Combustor
Advanced Agni Missile with MIRV System
News: India successfully flight-tested an Advanced Agni missile with MIRV capability from Dr APJ Abdul Kalam Island, Odisha on 8 May 2026. About Advanced Agni Missile with MIRV System About Advanced Agni Missile The Advanced Agni missile is a strategic missile system equipped with MIRV technology and capable of carrying multiple payloads toward different targets.… Continue reading Advanced Agni Missile with MIRV System
Chief of Defence Staff (CDS)
News: The Government has appointed Lieutenant General N S Raja Subramani as the next Chief of Defence Staff (CDS) after General Anil Chauhan completes his tenure on 30 May. About Chief of Defence Staff (CDS) The CDS is the highest-ranking four-star military officer and permanent Chairman of the Chiefs of Staff Committee. Genesis: The idea… Continue reading Chief of Defence Staff (CDS)
Tactical Advanced Range Augmentation (TARA) Weapon
News: DRDO and the IAF successfully conducted the maiden flight-trial of the Tactical Advanced Range Augmentation (TARA) weapon off Odisha coast. About The Tactical Advanced Range Augmentation (TARA) Weapon TARA is India’s first indigenous glide weapon system that converts unguided bombs into precision-guided weapons. Developed by: TARA has been designed and developed by the Research… Continue reading Tactical Advanced Range Augmentation (TARA) Weapon
INS Mahendragiri
News: INS Mahendragiri, the sixth Project 17A frigate, was delivered to the Indian Navy at Mumbai on April 30, marking a milestone. About INS Mahendragiri Mahendragiri (Yard 12654) is the sixth indigenous stealth frigate of the Nilgiri-class (Project 17A) delivered to the Indian Navy. Construction & Delivery: It was built by Mazagon Dock Shipbuilders Limited… Continue reading INS Mahendragiri
Pakistan’s First Hangor-class Submarine
News: Pakistan has inducted its first Hangor-class submarine into the navy, marking a major step in its maritime capability upgrade program. About Pakistan’s First Hangor-class Submarine It is Pakistan’s first advanced submarine inducted under an agreement with China to modernize naval capabilities. Designed by: The submarine is based on China’s Type 039A design. Built under… Continue reading Pakistan’s First Hangor-class Submarine
India Becomes 5th Largest Military Spender in 2025: SIPRI
News: India ranked as the fifth-largest military spender in 2025, according to a report released by Stockholm International Peace Research Institute. About India Becomes 5th Largest Military Spender in 2025: SIPRI In April 2026, Stockholm International Peace Research Institute confirmed India as the world’s fifth-largest military spender in its annual report. Reports titled: SIPRI annual… Continue reading India Becomes 5th Largest Military Spender in 2025: SIPRI
