Launched in 1983 to achieve self-sufficiency in missile technology, the system is named for the Sanskrit word for “Earth.” Indeed, the Prithvi missile was India’s first indigenously ...

The Prithvi missile, known as India's first indigenously developed ballistic missile was produced under the Integrated Guided ...

Whether or not Pakistan was able to successfully destroy one of the missiles, it is safe to assume that more are on their way. India’s Prithvi tactical surface-to-surface short-range ballistic ...

this missile will further augment India's strategic deterrence. Range: 350 km Speed: Subsonic Capabilities: A heavier payload version of the Prithvi-II, capable of carrying both conventional and ...

India’s missile arsenal covers a wide range from tactical to strategic systems, offering a layered mix of cruise and ballistic missiles. Here’s a snapshot of its key missile systems ...

Prahlada Ramarao, mentored by Dr. APJ Abdul Kalam, led the Akash missile defense system project. Overwhelmed with pride, Ramarao witnessed Akash successfully intercepting Pakistani drones and ...

Brahmos is a two-stage missile with a propellant booster engine as its first stage which brings it to supersonic speed and then gets separated. Defence Minister Rajnath Singh will inaugurate the ...

As the UPSC Prelims 2025 approaches, aspirants are racing against time to refine their strategies. With only weeks left, success hinges on mastering the syllabus, staying updated with current ...

The Indian missile defence system has two types of missiles – first is Prithvi and the second is Advanced Air Defence system. While Prithvi is capable of stopping areal attack at high altitude ...

BrahMos is a cutting-edge supersonic cruise missile designed as a joint venture by India and Russia under BrahMos Aerospace. The missile is one of the fastest cruise missiles on the planet and is ...

Following the interception of missiles and drones fired by Pakistan, remnants of a missile were discovered in Punjab's Hoshiarpur. Initial reports suggest the recovered missile might be a Chinese ...

Ukrainian defense intelligence says it's stripped down a new, drone-launched Russian cruise missile. The 'Banderol' missile contains parts from allied countries including the US, Japan ...