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In a major leap for India's defence capabilities, the Defence Research and Development Organisation (DRDO) and the Indian Air Force (IAF) have successfully flight-tested the indigenous Beyond Visual Range Air-to-Air Missile (BVRAAM) 'Astra', now equipped with a homegrown Radio Frequency (RF) seeker.
The milestone test was conducted on July 11, 2025, from a Su-30 Mk-I fighter jet over the Bay of Bengal off Odisha's coast.
During this crucial evaluation, two separate launches were executed targeting high-speed unmanned aerial vehicles. Each missile engaged its target under varying range and launch conditions, registering direct h...