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India.com
2 days ago
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Fighter jets, missiles, drones, rifles, and rockets…, India takes these steps to strengthen military power, Modi government also plans to...
New Delhi: The Indian Army is working relentlessly on the modernization of weapon systems of all three armed forces. Along with the development of lethal weapons, focus is also being given to small arms such as CQB carbines. After Operation Sindoor, India has taken a slew of major decisions and launched multiple projects simultaneously to multiply its military strength. These include the development of lethal weapons such as missiles and fighter jets, along with a focus on small arms like CQB carbines. Here are some of the key details: To enhance the combat capability of all three armed forces, India is working on the modernization of its weapon systems. Some of these weapons will be manufactured domestically, while others will be procured from abroad. The biggest decision by India has been regarding the development of fifth-generation fighter jets. India has launched an ambitious project to build the Advanced Medium Combat Aircraft (AMCA). India is also working rapidly on an indigenous hypersonic missile program. The country is developing an advanced version of the BrahMos supersonic cruise missile. India has nearly completed work on the next missile in the Kalam series, the K-6. The K-6 is an indigenously developed submarine-launched hypersonic ballistic missile with a range of 8,000 kilometers. India is developing a modern version of its multi-barrel rocket launcher (MBRL) Pinaka. The Defence Research and Development Organisation (DRDO) will soon begin production of new variants of the Pinaka rocket system with extended ranges of 120 kilometers and 300 kilometers. The Tejas MK2 will be equipped with advanced systems such as an indigenous Active Electronically Scanned Array (AESA) radar and an Infrared Search and Track (IRST) system. It is expected that in the coming years, the Indian Air Force may place an order to procure 200 indigenous Tejas MK2 aircraft. India is developing an indigenous air defense system similar to Russia's S-400. It is being built under 'Project Kush'. After Operation Sindoor, the pace of this project has been accelerated. Under this initiative, three versions are being developed to intercept short-range, medium-range, and long-range threats in the air.
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India.com
08-07-2025
- Politics
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Meet India's K-6 Hypersonic Missile: From Blazing Speed To Rising Tensions For Pakistan
photoDetails english 2928415 India's Defence Research and Development Organisation (DRDO) is reportedly developing a powerful new weapon — the K-6 hypersonic missile. They are among the most advanced military technologies globally and are currently possessed by only a select few nations. These reports come after India and Pakistan's recent conflict, when the Indian Armed Forces launched 'Operation Sindoor' and protected the country, and also targeted some known terrorist infrastructures in Pakistan and Pakistan-occupied Jammu and Kashmir (PoJK). India's BrahMos missiles and suicide drones reportedly destroyed Pakistani military installations without resistance. Updated:Jul 08, 2025, 11:37 AM IST Hypersonic Missiles 1 / 7 If India's test succeeds, it will become the sixth country globally to possess the capability. K-6 Speed 2 / 7 One of the key features of the K-6 missile is its speed. It can reportedly reach speeds up to Mach 7.5, making it nearly impossible to intercept using traditional air defence systems. Missile Range 3 / 7 The missile is expected to have a range of up to 8,000 kilometers. Missile Variant 4 / 7 A land-based variant of the K-6 is also planned after successful trials. Sea Trials 5 / 7 According to several reports, the Indian Navy is preparing to conduct sea trials of the K-6 missile. Other Trials 6 / 7 If successful, trials will also be conducted from aircraft carriers in future phases. Credits 7 / 7 Photo Credits: All Representational Images/ Freepik
India.com
01-07-2025
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Deadlier than Brahmos, 9200kmph speed, 8000 km range, India going to test..., Pakistan, China in trouble due to...
New Delhi: India is ready to conduct sea trials of its K-6 hypersonic missile. This missile is being developed by the Defense Research and Development Organization (DRDO), which can be deployed in India's upcoming S-5 class nuclear submarine. The speed and range of the intercontinental ballistic missile (ICBM) K-6 will be better than the Brahmos missile. This missile will help India to resist enemy countries like Pakistan and China more effectively. What is K-6 missile? The K-6 is being developed at DRDO's Advanced Naval Systems Laboratory in Hyderabad. It is one of India's most advanced and deadly missiles. This hypersonic ballistic missile launched from a nuclear submarine will put India in the list of the most capable countries in the world. The S-5 class nuclear submarines from which the K-6 will be launched will be larger and more powerful than the existing Arihant class submarines. They are being developed to carry heavy warheads and missiles. How much is the speed of K-6 missile? With the upcoming sea trials, the K-6 missile will be able to reach hypersonic speeds. Hypersonic means Mach 7.5 (seven and a half times the speed of sound) or 9,200 kilometers per hour. The missile has an operational range of 8,000 kilometers, which means it can attack deep into enemy territory in a matter of minutes. Due to hypersonic speed, this missile can dodge most anti-missile defense systems, giving enemies no time to react. What is the USP of K-6 missile? The K-6 missile has Multiple Independently Targetable Re-entry Vehicle (MIRV) technology. This will allow a single missile to attack multiple targets with precision, increasing its effectiveness in both attack and defense operations. This missile can carry both nuclear and traditional warheads that can be used in various war scenarios. K-6 is an upgraded version of the submarine-launched ballistic missiles or SLBMs available with India such as K-4 (range of 3,500 km) and K-5 (up to 6,000 km). Where will India rank? Both its speed and destructive capability will be more than the BrahMos missile. The K-6 missile will be more than 12 meters in length and more than 2 meters in diameter. Only a few select countries have or are developing advanced hypersonic and MIRV-equipped missile systems. These countries are the United States, Russia, China, France and the United Kingdom and India is going to be one of them with the successful sea test of the K-6 missile.
India.com
28-06-2025
- Politics
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India's K-6 Hypersonic Missile Could Strike Fear In Enemies' Hearts, Tensions For Pakistan And China To Rise
In what could raise serious concerns for China and Pakistan, reports claim that India's Defence Research and Development Organisation (DRDO) is developing a powerful new weapon — the K-6 hypersonic missile. According to media reports, the Indian Navy is preparing to conduct sea trials of the K-6 missile. These tests will reportedly be carried out using the Navy's S-5 class submarines. If successful, trials will also be conducted from aircraft carriers in future phases. The missile is being developed indigenously by DRDO. In today's DNA, Rahul Sinha, Managing Editor of Zee News, analysed the K-6 hypersonic missile of India: Watch Full Episode Here: #DNAWithRahulSinha | देश की हाइपरसोनिक पावर का विश्लेषण.... समंदर में होगा 'बारूदी' मिसाइल टेस्ट भारत करेगा मिसाइल परीक्षण.. मीडिया रिपोर्ट्स में मिसाइल टेस्ट का दावा, K-6 मिसाइल का टेस्ट करेगा भारत, पनडुब्बी से लॉन्च की जाएगी मिसाइल#DNA #K6Missile #DRDO @RahulSinhaTV — Zee News (@ZeeNews) June 28, 2025 Hypersonic missiles are among the most advanced military technologies in the world, currently held by only a select few nations. If India's test succeeds, it will become the sixth country globally to possess such a capability. Features Of K-6 Missile The K-6 missile's standout feature is its speed. Sources associated with the project claim it can reach speeds up to Mach 7.5, making it nearly impossible to intercept using traditional air defence systems. The missile is also expected to have a range of up to 8,000 kilometers. A land-based variant of the K-6 is also planned after successful trials. India-Pakistan Conflict The development comes after India demonstrated its firepower during 'Operation Sindoor', where BrahMos missiles and suicide drones reportedly destroyed Pakistani military installations without resistance. As India moves toward testing its hypersonic missile, it is likely that not just Indian citizens — but also Pakistan's top leadership, including Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif and Army Chief Asim Munir — are watching closely. The K-6 could prove to be a major strategic threat to Pakistan.
India.com
27-06-2025
- Politics
- India.com
Pakistan, China in tension as India is developing this superweapon, faster, deadlier, stealthier than...., capable of...
Pakistan, China in tension as India is developing this superweapon, faster, deadlier, stealthier than… capable of… India is surrounded by enemies, and the recent conflict with Pakistan and the ongoing cold war with China have also raised an alarm that the country needs to strengthen its defence forces. India, which showcased its air prowess during Operation Sindoor, is now focusing on strengthening its naval power in view of the Dragon's growing influence in the Indian Ocean. The Defence Research and Development Organisation (DRDO) is working on a hypersonic missile for the Indian Navy. The K-6 hypersonic missile will be specifically designed for submarine launch, and the good news is that its trials are expected very soon. K-6 Hypersonic Ballistic Missile The hypersonic missile is a submarine-launched ballistic missile (SLBM). It is equipped with high-tech engine, capable of surpassing the BrahMos cruise missile. With this hypersonic missile will place India in the club of powerful countries such as US, Russia, China, France and UK. Capable of carrying conventional and nuclear weapons, the K-6 missile will give the Indian Navy an edge over China and Pakistan. K-6 Hypersonic Missile: Super Speed And Unmatched Precision As per the Indian Defence Wing, a former BrahMos project scientist stated that K-6 SLBM's speed is its power which ensures that makes it undetectable on radars. It can be launched from submarines and can reach a speed of 7.5 Mach (approx 9,261 KMPH). Karachi's location near India's maritime border makes it a vulnerable strategic target. A successful attack on this major Pakistani economic centre could severely damage the country's economy. Extended Strike Range A former BrahMos scientist claims India's K-6 submarine-launched ballistic missile (SLBM) has an 8,000-km range. It can reach any marine part of Pakistan. This follows previous tests of the K-3, K-4, and K-5 SLBMs, with the K-4 and K-5 already in service. The K-6, when deployed, will significantly enhance India's ballistic missile capabilities alongside the Agni-5 intercontinental ballistic missile (ICBM). Brahmos Brahmos is jointly developed by India and Russia. Known for its precision, Brahmos is one of the fastest cruise missiles in the world. It can reach a speed of Mach 2.8–3.0 with a 290–500 km range. Because of its accuracy, the cruise missile is used to strike crucial targets such as radar stations and bunkers. The missile is impossible to intercept because of its low radar cross-section.
