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Gandiva In March 2025, the Defence Research & Development Organisation (DRDO) renamed Astra Mk-III, India’s most advanced air-to-air missile, as Gandiva, after Arjuna’s legendary bow from the Mahabharata. The missile is expected to redefine Beyond Visual Range (BVR) aerial combat by combining long-range strike capability with advanced ramjet propulsion. Key Features of Gandiva Missile Feature Details Original Name Earlier known as Astra Mk-III. Missile Type India’s advanced Beyond Visual Range Air-to-Air Missile (BVRAAM). Naming Reference Named after Arjuna’s legendary bow from the Mahabharata. Propulsion System Powered by a dual-fuel ducted ramjet engine. Fighter Integration Planned for integration with Sukhoi Su-30MKI…
26 April, 2026
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VSHORADS On 1st February 2025, the Defence Research and Development Organisation (DRDO) successfully conducted three flight trials of the Very Short-Range Air Defence System (VSHORADS) from Chandipur off the coast of Odisha. The trials demonstrated the system’s precision in intercepting low-altitude aerial threats. What is VSHORADS? Component Details Full Form VSHORADS stands for Very Short-Range Air Defence System. System Type An advanced fourth-generation Man Portable Air Defence System (MANPAD). Developer Developed indigenously by DRDO’s Research Centre Imarat (RCI) in collaboration with Indian industry partners. Core Purpose Designed to counter low-altitude aerial threats. Recent Flight Trials Trial Aspect Details Date Conducted…
26 April, 2026
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DRDO’s Long-Duration Scramjet Test On 9th January 2026, the Defence Research and Development Organisation (DRDO) achieved a major breakthrough in hypersonic missile technology by successfully conducting a long-duration ground test of its Actively Cooled Scramjet Full-Scale Combustor. The test demonstrates India’s growing capability in advanced propulsion systems needed for sustained hypersonic flight and next-generation missile technologies. Why is this Important? Area Significance Hypersonic Speed Hypersonic missiles travel at Mach 5+, or over 6,100 kmph, for sustained durations. Propulsion Technology Such speeds are achieved using scramjet, or supersonic combustion ramjet, engines. Technical Challenge Sustaining combustion and thermal stability for long durations…
25 April, 2026
Defence Research & Development Organization(DRDO)
Extended Range Anti-Submarine Rocket (ERASR) India conducted successful user trials of the Extended Range Anti-Submarine Rocket (ERASR) from INS Kavaratti. The ERASR is a state-of-the-art underwater weapon system developed indigenously by DRDO to target hostile submarines. Key Details of ERASR Aspect Details Full Form ERASR stands for Extended Range Anti-Submarine Rocket. Weapon Type A state-of-the-art underwater weapon system designed for anti-submarine warfare. Developer Developed indigenously by the Defence Research and Development Organisation (DRDO). Trial Platform User trials were conducted from INS Kavaratti. Launch Platform Can be launched from Indian naval warships equipped with Indigenous Rocket Launchers (IRLs). Strategic Importance Area…
25 April, 2026
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