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India.com
3 hours ago
- Politics
- India.com
What is LR-LACM? India's cruise missile which can evade S-400, bad news for Turkey due to.., what is its Greece connection?
India has been evolving rapidly from importing weapons to exporting them. After seeing the success of the BrahMos missile in Operation Sindoor, countries such as Armenia, the Philippines, and now Greece started to look with interest at India's own missile technology. The Defence Research and Development Organisation (DRDO) produced the Long Range Land Attack Cruise Missile (LR-LACM), a next-generation weapon with a range of 1,500 km and stealth radar. What is LR-LACM? What is its Greece connection? Turkish media are concerned over a possible supply of India's Long-Range Land Attack Cruise Missile (LR-LACM) to Greece, which is being described as a 'possible threat' to regional security. Turkish news TRHaber is claiming that India is 'unofficially offering' the missile to Greece, the transfer of the LR-LACM as a result of Turkey supporting Pakistan during Operation Sindoor. India's informal proposal appears to be in the offing. However, no official remarks or confirmation from India or Greece have been divulged to date. Turkey's defense systems might not be in a strong position to counter the LR-LACM because of its range, high accuracy, and low-altitude flight. Developed by the Indian Defence Research and Development Organisation (DRDO), the missile has a reported range of 1,000 to 1,500 kilometers. It has the ability to carry both conventional and nuclear warheads. The Turkish media has raised significant alarm over the proposed missile deal, framing it as a strategic threat. Concerns exist that Greece may use the missiles against crucial military Turkish sites, including airbases, radar stations, and S-400 air defense systems, with the potential to alter the balance of power in the region. The Long Range Land Attack Cruise Missile (LR-LACM) is a subsonic missile developed by the Defence Research and Development Organisation (DRDO) of India. The LR-LACM can hit targets between 1,000 and 1,500 kilometers distant, and over 1,000 kilometers when fired from a naval platform. The LR-LACM has the Manik Small Turbo Fan Engine (STFE) which allows the missile to fly close to the ground and avoid radar. The LR-LACM can carry conventional and nuclear warheads. The LR-LACM is guided by GPS and a sophisticated navigation system, so it will be effective against distant strategic targets.
India.com
7 hours ago
- Science
- India.com
Bad news for China as India develops deadly ‘Gandiv' missiles to shoot down China's J-20 stealth fighter, the Astra MkIII can travel…can be launched…
Image for the representational purposes New Delhi: In a major development that promises to bring a revolutionary change in the Indian Air Force's combat capabilities, the Defence Research and Development Organisation (DRDO) has developed the Astra MkIII air-to-air missile. The missile is designed to engage targets in air-to-air combat. According to the reports, the Astra Mk-3 missile, which has been named 'Gandiv', is now set to undergo developmental trials. This missile is not only a demonstration of India's indigenous missile development capabilities to the world, but also a decisive step towards countering China's advanced missiles like the PL-15 and PL-17. One of the key highlights is that after the successful development of Astra Mk-3, an upgraded next variant is also planned. Once inducted into the Indian Air Force, this missile will provide India with a powerful weapon capable of taking down enemy fighter jets and surveillance aircraft from several hundred kilometers away, especially in the context of threats from China and Pakistan. DRDO claims that this new technology will be used in both Astra Mk-2 and Mk-3, thereby giving India's aerial defense system a robust electronic warfare-resistant framework. Here are some of the key features of Astra Mk-3 missile? The Astra Mk-3 missile has been named after 'Gandiv,' the mighty bow of the great warrior Arjuna from the Mahabharata. Astra Mk-3 missile is a ramjet-powered Beyond Visual Range Air-to-Air Missile (BVRAAM) The missile is specially designed to target high-value assets and stealth fighter jets, bombers, and Airborne Warning and Control System (AWACS) aircraft at ranges of over 300–350 kilometers. Astra Mk-3 missile is equipped with DRDO's Solid Fuel Ducted Ramjet (SFDR) technology This enables it to travel long distances at supersonic speeds — up to Mach 4.5. One of its key advantages is its ability to use oxygen from the atmosphere as an oxidizer, eliminating the need to carry heavy oxidizing agents, making the missile lighter and more efficient. Its ramjet technology also gives it a throttleable propulsion system, allowing it to dynamically adjust speed and power in real-time. This makes it highly effective in rapidly changing combat scenarios and capable of hitting fast-moving, highly maneuverable targets. In short, the Astra Mk-3 can strike targets up to 350 kilometers away at Mach 4.5 speed, making it an extremely lethal and formidable weapon in India's aerial arsenal. The production model of Astra Mk-3 is moving beyond a Gallium Arsenide (GaAs)-based AESA seeker and will now incorporate a Gallium Nitride (GaN)-based seeker, according to the reports. GaN-based seekers are capable of operating at higher temperatures and are significantly more resistant to electronic jamming (ECM). The DRDO has specifically designed this missile to shoot down Chinese J-20 fifth-generation fighter jets mid-air. Therefore, it has been equipped with the capability to resist jamming during electronic warfare and to penetrate stealth technology-equipped jets. Chinese PL-15 and PL-17 PL-15: PL-15 is designed to fight the high-value targets like AWACS, tankers, and enemy fighters. PL-15 has a range of 200-300 km (export version PL-15E has a shorter range of 145 km). PL-15 can be launched from J-10C, J-20, J-16, J-11B, and JF-17 fighters. Combines inertial navigation, Beidou satellite updates, two-way datalink, and an active radar seeker with AESA technology. A PL-15E missile was recovered in India after being fired by Pakistan, leading to concerns about technological leaks, according to India Today. PL-17: PL-17 is designed for ultra-long-range engagements, potentially exceeding the range of the PL-15. According to the reports, the missiles have a range of 400 km, making it one of the farthest-reaching AAMs. Compared to other long-range AAMs, the PL-17 has larger size, measuring 6 meters (20 ft) in length. Relies on inertial guidance, satellite navigation, data-link, and a terminal seeker with active radar, passive sensors, and IR-homing. Seen on J-16 fighter jets. Its induction stage is unclear, with some reports suggesting it is in limited production or undergoing further testing.
News18
a day ago
- Science
- News18
Faster Than BrahMos, Deadlier Than Agni: How India's New Hypersonic Missile Changes The Game
India's DRDO has developed the ET-LDHCM, a hypersonic missile under Project Vishnu, capable of Mach 8 speeds and a 1,500 km range India has quietly pulled off a major breakthrough in missile technology with the Defence Research and Development Organisation (DRDO) having developed what is now being called the country's most advanced missile system, the Extended Trajectory Long Duration Hypersonic Cruise Missile (ET-LDHCM). This new missile doesn't just outperform existing defence systems like BrahMos, Agni-5, and Akash but changes the game entirely. The ET-LDHCM, developed under the highly classified Project Vishnu, is capable of flying at Mach 8, eight times the speed of sound, and can strike targets up to 1,500 km away. That's nearly three times faster and more than three times the range of the original BrahMos missile. While BrahMos started with a range of 290 km and now stretches to 450 km, the ET-LDHCM enters an entirely different category of weaponry, combining speed, stealth, and long-range precision. What makes this missile particularly better is its use of a scramjet engine, a propulsion system that uses atmospheric oxygen and doesn't rely on rotating compressors like traditional engines. This allows the missile to maintain hypersonic speeds for longer durations. It can also carry conventional or nuclear warheads weighing between 1,000 to 2,000 kg, and fly at low altitudes, making it tough to detect and intercept. The ET-LDHCM is maneuverable in-flight, giving it an edge over many existing ballistic and cruise missile systems. It's also built to withstand temperatures up to 2,000 degrees Celsius, ensuring its structural integrity at hypersonic speeds. The missile is multi-platform compatible, it can be launched from land, sea, or air, making it a flexible weapon suited for targeting command centres, radar systems, naval fleets, or hardened underground bunkers. Its capabilities are so advanced that analysts say it could challenge high-end defence systems like Russia's S-500 or Israel's Iron Dome. India's test comes amid high geopolitical friction – the Russia-Ukraine war, Israel-Iran tensions, and strained relations with China and Pakistan. The ET-LDHCM test places India in an elite group of nations alongside the United States, Russia, and China, with indigenous hypersonic missile capability. What Is Project Vishnu? Project Vishnu is DRDO's most ambitious hypersonic weapons programme to date. It involves the development of 12 distinct hypersonic systems, including both offensive missiles and interceptors capable of taking down incoming threats mid-air. The first successful scramjet engine test under this project was conducted in November 2024, where the engine ran for 1,000 seconds, establishing proof of concept. The ET-LDHCM is the first major missile to emerge from this programme. Notably, the missile has been entirely developed using indigenous technology, with significant input from MSMEs and private defence contractors. This not only strengthens self-reliance under the country's defence manufacturing policy but also boosts local innovation and employment. Defence analysts are calling ET-LDHCM a potential tipping point in South Asian military dynamics. It could alter the strategic balance with China in the Indo-Pacific and enhance deterrence against Pakistan, especially given its speed and survivability against interception. view comments Disclaimer: Comments reflect users' views, not News18's. Please keep discussions respectful and constructive. Abusive, defamatory, or illegal comments will be removed. News18 may disable any comment at its discretion. By posting, you agree to our Terms of Use and Privacy Policy.
India.com
2 days ago
- Science
- India.com
DRDO Internship Application Window to Close Today, Check Vacancy Details and Eligibility Criteria Here
New Delhi: The Defence Research and Development Organisation (DRDO) will close the application window for paid internships available for Science and Engineering students today, July 14. The interested candidates can now apply for the internship by filling out the application form offline. The entirety of this intership will be conducted at Defence Research and Development Laboratory, Hyderabad – a specialized laboratory involved in the research and development of advanced technologies used in missile systems by the Indian Armed Forces. The candidates must note that they need to fit into the eligibility criteria to apply for the internship. DRDO Internship: Here are some of the key details: The selected candidates will be paid Rs. 5000 as monthly stipend. Some facilities, such as lunch, tea, snacks, etc will be provided at a subsidized rate at the DRDO Canteen. 58 vacancies for Electronics/ Electronics and Communication Engineering/ Embedded Systems/ VLSI Engineering/ Electronics and Instrumentation/ Electrical Engineering 75 vacancies for Engineering- Mechanical/ Chemical/ Aerospace/ Production/ Material/ Safety/ Instrumentation/ Metallurgical/ Ceramic 8 vacancies for Physics/ Chemistry/ Mathematics and Allied Science 24 vacancies for Computer Science and Engineering (CSE, AI, Cybersecurity and allied) DRDO Internship: Eligibility Criteria Candidates must clear the following criteria to be eligible for the DRDO internship: Candidates should be pursuing Engineering at the UG level or Engineering/Physical Science at the PG level. Candidates must be pursuing regular courses at recognised institutions to be eligible. Candidates should be in the final year of their respective programmes. Candidates must have a consistent record of academic performance with minimum 60% marks or its equivalent CGPA. The maximum age limit set for applying for this DRDO internship is 28 years. Eligible candidates could also be considered based on interview/ interaction and marks obtained in the qualifying degrees (average of completed semesters/ years). DRDO will declare the list of shortlisted candidates about interviews on July 22 and the interviews will be held on July 26. The internship programme is set to start on August 1.
Time of India
2 days ago
- Politics
- Time of India
India testing a missile that flies at eight times the speed of sound, hits targets 1,500 km away
India has tested a new hypersonic missile. The missile is called ET-LDHCM. It can travel eight times the speed of sound. It can strike targets 1,500 kilometres away. The missile was developed by DRDO. This test comes amid global tensions. India is accelerating its defence modernisation. The missile is designed for stealth, precision, and flexibility. Tired of too many ads? Remove Ads Hypersonic capabilities mark a strategic leap Designed for stealth, precision, and flexibility Tired of too many ads? Remove Ads Built for extreme conditions India has reportedly tested a new hypersonic missile that can travel at eight times the speed of sound and strike targets as far as 1,500 kilometres away. The Extended Trajectory Long Duration Hypersonic Cruise Missile ( ET-LDHCM ), developed under the Defence Research and Development Organisation 's (DRDO) Project Vishnu , significantly outpaces and outdistances the current BrahMos cruise test comes amid growing global tensions, including the Israel-Iran conflict and worsening India-Pakistan relations. With Turkey increasingly aligning with Pakistan, India is accelerating its defence modernisation. This includes upgrades across the missile programme, such as BrahMos, Agni-5, and Akash ET-LDHCM is powered by a scramjet engine that uses air-breathing propulsion, relying on atmospheric oxygen rather than a traditional rotating compressor. This allows the missile to reach Mach 8, or roughly 11,000 km/h, compared to BrahMos' Mach 3 speed of about 3,675 km/ range also marks a leap from BrahMos' original 290 km, later extended to around 450 km, to a new capability of 1,500 km. This combination of speed and extended reach enhances India's strategic strike missile can carry a payload of 1,000 to 2,000 kilograms and is designed to deliver both conventional and nuclear warheads. Its low-altitude flight capability helps it avoid radar detection, while its high targeting precision allows it to strike critical infrastructure in difficult ET-LDHCM can be launched from land, sea, or air platforms. Its ability to alter its path mid-flight gives it adaptability in dynamic battlefield missile is engineered to handle extreme thermal stress, with performance stability maintained at temperatures up to 2,000°C during hypersonic travel. This capability is critical for sustained speed and present, only Russia, the United States, and China have operational hypersonic cruise missile technology . If India's ET-LDHCM test proves successful, it would join this small group of nations with indigenous hypersonic aim with the ET-LDHCM is to strengthen its deterrence strategy, particularly in relation to Pakistan, while countering China's growing influence in the Indo-Pacific.
