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DRDO Successfully Tests Man-Portable Anti-Tank Missile With Top-Attack Capability Against Moving Targets
The Defence Research and Development Organisation (DRDO) successfully tested its third-generation 'fire and forget' MPATGM featuring top-attack capability against a moving target. This test, conducted...
DRDO Receives AoN to Develop BM-04 Short-Range Ballistic Missile, Filling the Critical Gap Between Pinaka and Agni
India's Defence Research and Development Organisation (DRDO) has received Acceptance of Necessity (AoN) to develop the BM-04 short-range ballistic missile, aiming to fill a critical gap between existi...
DRDO's K-6 SLBM Nears Testing Phase With 8,000 km Strike Capability
India's DRDO has announced that its K-6 submarine-launched ballistic missile (SLBM) is approaching the testing phase, which represents a significant improvement in India's sea-based nuclear deterrence...
DRDO Successfully Conducts Salvo Launch of Two Pralay Tactical Ballistic Missiles As Part of User Evaluation Trials
On December 31, 2025, the DRDO successfully launched two Pralay tactical ballistic missiles in quick succession off the coast of Odisha. This salvo launch was part of ongoing user evaluation trials an...
DRDO Readies Early 2026 Trials For ASTRA MK-2 With Enhanced 200 km Dual-Pulse Motor
The DRDO plans trials for the upgraded ASTRA MK-2 Beyond Visual Range Air-to-Air Missile (BVRAAM) in early 2026. The new version features a sophisticated dual-pulse rocket motor, extending its range t...
DRDO Successfully Completes User Trials of Akash-NG Air Defence Missile System
The Indian Defence Research and Development Organisation (DRDO) has successfully concluded the user evaluation trials for the Next Generation Akash surface-to-air missile system. The trials demonstrat...
DRDO’s New Cruise Missile Aims To Reduce Collateral Damage; Adds Lock-Confirm-Kill Feature
The DRDO is developing an advanced cruise missile for the Indian Air Force with a range of 250 kilometers. This new system combines precision strike capabilities with prolonged surveillance, allowing ...
India To Launch Series Production of ASTRA MK-2: 200+ km Range AAM From July 2026
DRDO plans to initiate limited series production of the ASTRA MK-2 long-range air-to-air missile from July 2026. This advanced weapon is expected to significantly enhance India's indigenous defense ca...
DRDO Plans New Drone Swarms That Function as Floating Antenna Arrays for Electronic Warfare Missions
The DRDO, India's premier research and development organization, is developing new drone swarm technology designed to function as floating antenna arrays for electronic warfare missions. This initiati...
DRDO Set to Validate 120km Range Pinaka Mk3 System in Early 2026 Trials as Indian Army Seeks Fast-Track Procurement
The Indian Defence Research and Development Organisation (DRDO) plans to validate the Pinaka Mk3 artillery system with a range of up to 120 kilometers. This validation is scheduled for early 2026, coi...
DRDO Selects Bombardier Global 6500 as Key Platform for India’s New ISTAR Surveillance Programme
India's Defence Research and Development Organisation (DRDO) has chosen the Bombardier Global 6500 business jet as a key platform for a new Intelligence, Surveillance, Target Acquisition, and Reconnai...
DRDO's SAMHO CLATGM Gets AoN: Arjun Tanks Gain 5km Fire-and-Forget Anti-Armor Punch
The DRDO's Cannon Launched Anti-Tank Guided Missile (CLATGM), or SAMHO, has been approved for the Arjun Main Battle Tank (MBT). This indigenous missile system provides a much-needed long-range anti-ar...
Post Validation Tests PARLAY Tactical Ballistic Missile Set For Early Induction Into Armed Forces
India's DRDO has completed successful salvo user trials of the Pralay tactical ballistic missile off the Odisha coast on December 31, 2025. The trials involved launching two canisterised missiles in q...
Everything You Need to Know About the PRALAY Tactical Quasi-Ballistic Missile, Successfully Tested By DRDO
DRDO conducted a successful test of two Pralay missiles from a single platform off the Odisha coast on December 31, 2025. The launch demonstrated the missile's accuracy and operational readiness, high...
DRDO Weapons Played Decisive Role During Operation Sindoor: Defence Minister
India's Defense Minister Rajnath Singh acknowledged the crucial role played by DRDO during Operation Sindoor, praising the flawless performance of weapons and equipment developed by the organization. ...
Op Sindoor displayed might of DRDO weapon systems: Defence Minister Rajnath Singh
Defence Minister Rajnath Singh praised the role of DRDO weapon systems during an unspecified operation dubbed 'Operation Sindoor', highlighting their effectiveness and might....
DRDO successfully flight-tests MPATGM with top attack capability against a moving target
The Defence Research and Development Organization (DRDO) conducted a successful flight test of the Third Generation Fire & Forget Man Portable Anti-Tank Guided Missile (MPATGM), which can attack t...
DRDO Will Play Crucial Role In Creation of Sudarshan Chakra: Defence Minister
Indian Defence Minister Rajnath Singh visited DRDO headquarters to celebrate its 68th anniversary and acknowledged the crucial role played by DRDO in recent operations. He praised DRDO's weapon system...
Indian Air Force Anticipates Rudram-II Production Clearance by 2026 as Validation Trials Are Progressing Smoothly
The Indian Air Force (IAF) and the Defence Research and Development Organisation (DRDO) are optimistic about the indigenous Rudram-II air-to-surface missile securing production clearance by 2026. The ...