India Successfully Tests Ballistic Missile Defence and Anti-Ship Missiles

India's Defence Research and Development Organisation (DRDO) has successfully tested advanced ballistic missile defence systems and anti-ship missile capabilities, joining an elite club of nations with such sophisticated military technology. These successful trials represent significant progress in India's defence modernization, particularly important given Pakistan's acquisition of missiles with multiple warheads capability. The ballistic missile defence system enhances India's air defence architecture, providing protection against aerial threats. Anti-ship missile capabilities strengthen India's naval deterrence and maritime security posture. These tests demonstrate India's indigenous defence technology development and self-reliance in critical security systems. The timing is strategically significant given regional security dynamics and increasing focus on indigenous defence manufacturing. This is crucial for UPSC candidates studying defence technology, military capabilities, and national security.