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India Tests Naval Anti-Ship Missile

DRDO and the Indian Navy successfully conducted the maiden salvo launch of the Naval Anti-ship Missile-Short Range (NASM-SR) from a Sea King helicopter | Photo: Ministry of Defence

India has conducted the first salvo launch of the NASM-SR anti-ship missile from a helicopter off Odisha. The test involved two missiles fired in quick succession and demonstrated targeting and guidance systems developed by DRDO.

DRDO Flags Off Vikram Armoured Platforms

Advanced Armoured Platform (Wheeled) | Photo: Ministry of Defence, Government of India

DRDO has flagged off indigenous Advanced Armoured Platforms under the Vikram VT 21 programme, developed with Tata Advanced Systems and Bharat Forge. The tracked and wheeled vehicles feature a 30 mm crewless turret, modular protection, and are designed for multiple combat roles.