Besides the interceptors, the critical element of BMD are its radars, initially procured from Israel in the mid-2000s and later developed by DRDO on its own with greater capability.
Houthis' entry into the ongoing conflict has brought to fore the use of advanced technology on both sides. Israel used its Arrow defence system to intercept Houthis' Qader missile.
A shot in the arm will be the full-fledged trial of the indigenous Rustom 2 Unmanned Aerial Vehicle, which is scheduled to begin in the first half of 2021, after much delay.
BMD programme envisaged for Delhi. This, along with the Russian S-400 Triumf air defence system, aims to secure India from all kinds of incoming missiles.
India proved its A-SAT capability on 27 March when it knocked off one of its own satellites 300 km in space. However, the Chinese threat still persists.
Mexico wanted to end their winless Day 1 run at the 2026 FIFA World Cup and finally had the chance to ‘settle the score’ against South Africa in front of 80,824 fans.
Besides the interceptors, the critical element of BMD are its radars, initially procured from Israel in the mid-2000s and later developed by DRDO on its own with greater capability.
It’s a perfectly reasonable presumption that Modi will be around for a significant enough time for us to reflect on the challenges that lie ahead. I will list five.
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