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30-06-2025
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Is India looking to build its own bunker buster missile?
After the US deployed its massive bunker busters in the strikes on Iran's nuclear facilities, there are reports that India is planning to develop its own such weapon by modifying its Agni-V missile. But what do we know about the weapon? read more The launch of an Agni V intercontinental ballistic missile at Wheeler Island, Odisha. File image/AFP Is India looking to build its own bunker buster missile? After the US deployed its massive bunker busters in the strikes on Iran's nuclear facilities, there are reports that India is planning to develop its own such weapon. This weapon will help India destroy an enemy nation's targets underground. However, there is an unique twist – India is looking to do so by modifying its Agni-V missile. The US had used its GBU-57A/B Massive Ordnance Penetrator, designed by Boeing and manufactured by the US Air Force, in the attack on the Fordow nuclear facility in Iran. STORY CONTINUES BELOW THIS AD But what do we know about the weapon India is looking to develop? Let's take a closer look: What do we know? The weapon will be an altered version of the Agni-V intercontinental ballistic missile – which is India's top missile and the cornerstone of its arsenal. It is being developed by the Defence Research and Development Organisation (DRDO). While the Agni-V has a range of 5,000 kilometres, this modified weapon will have a range of 2,500 kilometres. Though the Agni-V carries nuclear missiles, this bunker buster will be a conventional weapon. It will fly between speeds of Mach 8 and Mach 20 – making it a hypersonic missile. It will be able to carry a 7,500-kilo warhead. The idea behind the weapon is to hit missile silos and infrastructure that is deep beneath the earth – which will be made possible as the Agni-V missile itself is accurate within a range of 10 metres. The warhead will be able to penetrate between 80 to 100 metres underground before detonating. Like the GBU-57A/B Massive Ordnance Penetrator (which uses Global Positioning System/Inertial Navigation System to find and lock on to its targets), this weapon too will rely on precision guidance and advanced navigation systems. While the Agni-V has a range of 5,000 kilometres, this modified weapon will have a range of 2,500 kilometres. Reuters The DRDO is also examining an airburst variant that allows it to take out targets above the ground. STORY CONTINUES BELOW THIS AD The warhead could weigh as much as 8 tonnes – more than three times what the warhead of the its GBU-57A/B Massive Ordnance Penetrator weighs. Why is India looking to build such a missile? India is looking at building its own bunker buster missile because, unlike the United States, it has no B-2s and B-52s to deliver such a payload. India's Rafale and Su-30 craft are not equipped to deliver such bunker buster missiles. The development of this weapon will allow the Indian Air Force to deliver high-impact hits to underground targets from long distances. During Operation Sindoor, there was chatter on social media that India had hit Kirana Hills in Pakistan – which is reportedly home to a nuclear storage facility. A satellite view of Kirana Hills in Pakistan's Punjab province. Image Courtesy: Google Maps However, Indian Air Force's Director General of Air Operations Air Marshal AK Bharti later denied this. India in the future can look to target underground facilities of its rivals. Meanwhile, though US President Donald Trump has said that Iran's nuclear facilities have been 'totally obliterated ', top defence chiefs and US officials have expressed scepticism about such claims. 'It was obliterating like nobody's ever seen before,' Trump claimed in an interview on Sunday. 'And that meant the end to their nuclear ambitions, at least for a period of time.' STORY CONTINUES BELOW THIS AD Trump has insisted from just hours after three key targets were struck by US bunker buster bombs and Tomahawk missiles that Iran's nuclear program was 'obliterated.' US Defence Secretary Pete Hegseth said they were 'destroyed.' A satellite overview shows the Fordow Fuel Enrichment Facility, amid the Iran-Israel conflict, near Qom, Iran, June 29, 2025. Maxar Technologies/Handout via Reuters However, a preliminary report from the US Defence Intelligence Agency said that while the strikes did 'significant damage' to the Fordo, Natanz and Isfahan sites, they did not totally destroy the facilities. The US intelligence community thinks that the vast majority of Iran's amassed enriched uranium likely remains buried under the rubble at Isfahan and Fordo, two of the three key nuclear facilities targeted by US strikes. With inputs from agencies
India.com
23-06-2025
- Politics
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Pakistan's Kirana Hills will be destroyed in minutes, India's new missile will be dangerous than America's bunker buster, it's name is...
Agni V missile- File image Agni V missile of India: In a significant development after the United States of America reportedly used its B2 bombers to allegedly destroy nuclear sites of Iran, India is reportedly developing an advanced missile system capable of destroying heavily fortified underground targets like Pakistan's Kirana Hills with a single strike. The Agni-V missile is reportedly equipped with a heavy warhead (mainly non-nuclear) of 7.5 tonnes. The Agni V missile, often called India's premier missile will have a range between 2000-2500 KM and can be used as 'bunker bombs'. Here are all the details you need to know about the Agni-5 missile Agni V missile of India Media reports have it that the Agni V missile of India will be deadlier than the US-made bunker-buster bombs. Likely based on India's hypersonic or next-gen Rudram series, the missile has been designed for precision and deep penetration. PM Modi and President Murmu on flight test of Agni V President Murmu and PM Modi congratulated DRDO last year when the Agni V missile was launched by DRDO. In her message on 'X', the supreme commander of the armed forces said, 'The state-of-the-art technology developed indigenously is a firm step in the direction of India becoming Atmanirbhar.' 'The flight test of Agni V under Mission Divyastra marks a very important milestone in India's march towards greater geo-strategic role and capabilities…I convey my heartiest congratulations to the Team DRDO for this major achievement. I am sure they will keep moving apace in their quest for excellence and self-reliance,' she said. PM Modi congratulated Defence Research and Development Organisation (DRDO) scientists over the first flight test of indigenously developed Agni-5 missile, capable of deploying multiple warheads. Notably, the Multiple Independently Targetable Re-entry Vehicle (MIRV) variant of Agni-V was successfully tested in Mission Divyastra (March 2024), thus proving India's technological capability. (With inputs from agencies)
India.com
31-05-2025
- Politics
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Blaze of Agni: Missiles to Crush China and Pakistan's War Dreams
Blaze of Agni: Missiles to Crush China and Pakistan's War Dreams India's journey to becoming a global power is not just about economic growth or diplomatic ties; it's about ensuring our nation's safety in a challenging neighbourhood. With tensions along the borders with Pakistan and China, India's missile programme, particularly the Agni series, stands as a powerful symbol of resolve. The Agni V, already a game-changer, and the upcoming Agni VI, promise to strengthen India's deterrence against both adversaries. These missiles, armed with nuclear warheads, secure our nation and shape a formidable future. Agni V: The Fire That Reaches Far The Agni V, a nuclear-capable intercontinental ballistic missile (ICBM), is India's pride with a range exceeding 7,000 km. It can deliver nuclear warheads to targets across Pakistan and deep into China, including cities like Beijing. Unlike earlier missiles like Agni I or II, tailored for Pakistan, Agni V's reach makes it a potent deterrent against China. Its canisterised design enables rapid launches from mobile platforms, leaving enemies little time to react. Agni V's Multiple Independently Targetable Re-entry Vehicle (MIRV) technology, proven in the 2024 Mission Divyastra, allows one missile to carry multiple nuclear warheads, each striking a different target. For Pakistan's compact geography, a single Agni V could devastate multiple strategic sites, making aggression prohibitively costly. For China, MIRV complicates missile defence systems, as intercepting multiple warheads is a daunting challenge. India's no-first-use nuclear policy positions Agni V as a second-strike weapon, guaranteeing catastrophic retaliation. Agni V's precision and range outmatch Pakistan's shorter-range Shaheen III, which lacks comparable reach or nuclear payload capacity. Against China's advanced Dongfeng-41, Agni V levels the strategic field by threatening eastern cities, compelling caution in border disputes. Deployed from central India, Agni V's nuclear warheads ensure credible, far-reaching deterrence. Agni VI: The Future of India's Deterrence The Agni VI, under development, could elevate India's defence to unprecedented heights. With a range of 8,000–12,000 km and capacity for up to 10 nuclear MIRV warheads, it would be a global missile, capable of targeting China, Pakistan, and even parts of Europe or Africa. This strategic reach places India among an elite few nations. Agni VI's advanced features, including submarine-launch capability and Maneuverable Re-entry Vehicles (MaRV), enhance its ability to evade China's growing missile defences. Its four-stage design and 3-tonne payload capacity allow it to deliver devastating nuclear strikes, reinforcing India's second-strike capability. Once deployed, Agni VI would transform regional security. For Pakistan, it would render nuclear brinkmanship suicidal, as one missile could obliterate multiple military and economic hubs. For China, Agni VI counters their ICBM numerical edge, ensuring India's nuclear retaliation would be overwhelming, even against distant cities. It would also proclaim India's shift from regional to global strategic power. Challenges and the Road Ahead Agni V and VI, with their nuclear arsenals, fortify India's deterrence but face challenges. Pakistan claims MIRV capability with its Ababeel missile, though its effectiveness is uncertain. China may accelerate its missile programme, risking an arms race. India must balance deterrence with diplomacy to manage tensions. Agni VI's development requires government approval and technical advancements, such as seeker technology for long-range accuracy. Yet, India's Defence Research and Development Organisation (DRDO) has consistently overcome such hurdles, as demonstrated by Agni V's success. A Fiery Message of Peace The nuclear-armed Agni V and potential Agni VI are more than weapons; they are India's commitment to its people's safety. They warn Pakistan and China that misadventures will incur unbearable costs. Upholding India's no-first-use policy, these missiles promote peace through unmatched strength. As Agni VI nears reality, it will solidify India's place in the elite ICBM club, delivering a clear message: India is prepared to defend itself against any threat. In a world where power respects power, Agni V and VI, with their nuclear warheads, are India's fiery shield, safeguarding our dreams of a secure and prosperous future. May our neighbours choose peace, for the fire of Agni burns only for those who threaten us.
India.com
16-05-2025
- Politics
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'Brahmastra' BrahMos demolished Pakistan during Op Sindoor, but India has a much more lethal weapon capable of..., name is...
Representational/File Agni 5 missile: India's 'Brahmastra', the BrahMos missile, caused widespread devastation across Pakistan during Operation Sindoor, annihilating terrorist hideouts and Pakistani military infrastructure, including key airbases, deep inside the enemy nation. While BrahMos is undoubtedly a formidable weapon of war, India has a much more deadlier weapon in its arsenal, the Agni 5 (Agni V) missile. Agni-5: India's most powerful missile Dubbed the 'Mahastra' of India's missile arsenal, the Agni-5 missile is a land-based nuclear MIRV-capable Intercontinental Ballistic Missile (ICBM) boasting a range of over 7,000 kilometers, which means that the missile can even strike deep inside the Chinese mainland. Capable of reaching speeds of up to 29,400 km/hour, the Agni V missile is one of the fastest missiles in the world, and can strike virtually any target in Asia and beyond within a matter of minutes. Developed by India's Defence Research and Development Organisation (DRDO), the Agni V is the longest-range ICBM in India's missile arsenal, with a payload capacity of around 50-56 tonnes, and the capability to carry a 1.5 tonne (1500 kg) nuclear or conventional warhead. Recently, the Agni-5 missile was equipped with Multiple Independently Targetable Reentry Vehicle (MIRV) technology under Mission Divyastra, giving it the capability to strike multiple targets simultaneously by carrying multiple warheads. BrahMos brought missile Pakistan to its knees The BrahMos supersonic missiles were used extensively by Indian Armed Forces to strike Pakistani military sites during Operation Sindoor, and caused major devastation on Pakistani airbases, forcing the enemy to virtually beg for a ceasefire. According to reports, India fired as many as 15 BrahMos missiles on Pakistani airbases, each one reportedly hitting its intended target. The BrahMos is a medium-range cruise missile with a range between 450 to 600 kilometers, and can be launched from land, air, and sea. But Agni-5 is a completely different beast altogether, as its designed for intercontinental warfare, with speeds that make it highly difficult for any modern air defense system to intercept.
India.com
14-05-2025
- Politics
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India's 'Brahmastra' can destroy Turkey within 6 minutes! This deadly weapon is capable of..., name is...
The Agni-V ICBM has a range of over 7,000 kms. (File) India-Pakistan tensions: Turkey, along with China, were among the few nations that openly supported Pakistan during its recent conflict with India, supplying our hostile neighbour with advanced military drones that were used to launch attacks on Indian cities and military installations as India-Pakistan tensions reached a critical point post Operation Sindoor. Even after an India-Pakistan ceasefire came into force on Saturday, Pakistan violated the 'bilateral understanding' within a few hours of the announcement, reportedly using Turkish-made drones. On Wednesday, Turkey reiterated its stance, stating that it stand with Pakistan in its ongoing tensions with India. India-Turkey war But what if India is forced go toe-to-toe with Turkey in a conflict, a formidable military power of its own. Military experts believe India has devastating weapons, including the lethal Agni V Intercontinental Ballistic Missile (ICBM), which has a range of over 5,000 kms, and is capable of travelling at speeds of up to 29,400 km/h, making it one of the fastest missiles in the world. Comparing the armed forces of the two countries, the Indian Air Force is a highly-professional force with a fleet of 2,229 aircraft, including 513 fighter jets, while the Turkish air force lags behind with 1,083 aircraft, that includes, 201 fighter planes. Beyond armed forces, India has deadly supersonic missiles like the BrahMos and Agni series, which can bring any nation to knees within a a span of days, as was witnessed in the recent conflict with Pakistan. India's 'Brahmastra' could devastate Turkey Dubbed the 'Brahmastra' of India's missile arsenal, the Agni V missile is a land-based nuclear MIRV-capable ICBM boasting a range of over 7,000 kilometers. Given that the aerial distance between India and Turkey is around 4,565 km. The Agni V missile, which is capable of reaching speeds of up to 29,400 km/hour, can strike any part of Turkey, even its capital Ankara, within a matter of minutes. Developed by India's Defence Research and Development Organisation (DRDO), the Agni V is the longest-range ICBM in New Delhi's arsenal, and is capable of carrying a nuclear warhead weighing up to a whopping 1000 kg BrahMos can be used against Turkey The BrahMos Supersonic missile recently demonstrated how devastating they can be as these deadly missiles razed key Pakistani airbases and military bases during Operation Sindoor, forcing the enemy to virtually beg for a ceasefire. The BrahMos is a medium-range cruise missile with a range between 450 to 600 kilometers, and can be launched from land, air, and sea. India could potentially use this missile against a far away nemesis like Turkey by launching it from an aircraft carrier or warship in the sovereign waters of another country which lies close to Ankara.
