May 21, 2026 12:04 PM
India has taken its first homegrown glide weapon kit, TARA, through its maiden test, moving the system beyond development into real-world conditions.
India has taken its first homegrown glide weapon kit, TARA, through its maiden test, moving the system beyond development into real-world conditions.
Conducted off the Odisha coast, the trial validated the aerodynamic performance of the weapon’s winged glide configuration, along with its navigation, guidance, and control systems.
Led by the Defence Research and Development Organisation (DRDO) and the Indian Air Force (IAF), the demonstration marks a step forward in strengthening India’s indigenous defence capabilities.
Read the full story on NextGen Defense: India Tests ‘TARA’ Kit That Turns Dumb Bombs Into Precision Guided Weapons
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