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Why are ballistic missile defence, new WPI series and ‘brain-eating amoeba’ in the news?

Why are ballistic missile defence, new WPI series and ‘brain-eating amoeba’ in the news?

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Headlines tell you what happened, but UPSC asks why. The UPSC Civil Services Examination, whether at the Prelims or Mains stage, increasingly rewards conceptual clarity and the ability to apply core ideas. That is especially true in the most dynamic areas of the syllabus: Science, Economy and Environment. The UPSC Weekly Concepts Snapshot, every Wednesday, simplifies three important current themes from these subjects through an exam-oriented lens, focusing on concepts and clarity. Read the article, understand the concept, and then crack the quiz.             Q1 of 5  •  Science What distinguishes a ballistic missile from a cruise missile in terms of propulsion and flight path? Ballistic missiles use jet engines throughout their flight Ballistic missiles are powered briefly, then follow projectile motion along a parabolic arc Ballistic missiles always fly at low altitude, closer to the ground than cruise missiles Unlike cruise missiles — powered by jet engines throughout their flight — ballistic missiles are propelled only for a short initial phase. After that, gravity and physics alone govern their …

India joins elite club with successful ballistic missile defence, anti-ship missile trials

India joins elite club with successful ballistic missile defence, anti-ship missile trials

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India’s defence research establishment achieved a major milestone after successfully conducting three consecutive missile flight tests on June 10 and 11, demonstrating key technologies for ballistic missile defence and anti-ship warfare capabilities. DRDO has successfully demonstrated multiple crucial technologies bolstering nation’s defence capabilities against different types of enemy threats. (DRDO) The Defence Research and Development Organisation (DRDO) said the trials showcased India’s multi-layered defence architecture against long-range ballistic missile threats as well as its ability to engage hostile naval targets at medium range. According to DRDO, the multi-layered Ballistic Missile Defence (BMD) system successfully intercepted its designated targets during the tests. The interceptors engaged and destroyed incoming ballistic missile targets, validating technologies developed to counter emerging and advanced missile threats. Also Read | ‘Please help, please, all crew Indian’: SOS call as ship, trying to cross Hormuz, hit by US missile Top government sources told HT that DRDO tested two interceptor missiles capable of neutralising enemy missiles with ranges between 2,000 km and 5,000 km, classified as Intermediate-Range Ballistic Missiles (IRBMs). The interceptors, which have …

Indian national injured in Abu Dhabi after ballistic missile debris falls in Al Shawamekh| India News

Indian national injured in Abu Dhabi after ballistic missile debris falls in Al Shawamekh| India News

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An Indian national suffered a minor injury in the United Arab Emirates’ (UAE) Abu Dhabi early on Monday after the debris of a ballistic missile fell in the Al Shawamekh area following successful interception. Dozens of Indians, including workers and seafarers, have been injured in attacks across Gulf nations, including Saudi Arabia, the UAE, Oman and Iraq. (AFP) Dozens of Indians, including workers and seafarers, have been injured in attacks across Gulf nations, including Saudi Arabia, the UAE, Oman and Iraq. The Abu Dhabi media office took to X early on Monday and said, “Relevant authorities in Abu Dhabi have responded to an incident involving debris falling in the Al Shawamekh area following the successful interception of a ballistic missile by air defence systems. The incident resulted in a minor injury to an Indian national.” Follow Dubai-Abu Dhabi news live updates “The public is reminded to obtain information from official sources only and avoid spreading rumours or unverified information,” it added. Missile and drone attacks have been escalating by the day as the US-Iran war …

India Successfully Test-Fires Nuclear-Capable Agni-3 Ballistic Missile | India News

India Successfully Test-Fires Nuclear-Capable Agni-3 Ballistic Missile | India News

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Last Updated:February 06, 2026, 19:49 IST India successfully test-fired Agni-3 from Integrated Test Range, Chandipur, Odisha, validating its 3,000 to 3,500 km strike range and strategic deterrence capability. File pic (Image: DRDO) India on February 6 successfully test-fired the intermediate-range ballistic missile Agni-3 from the Integrated Test Range, Chandipur in Odisha, validating all operational and technical parameters, officials said. The launch was conducted under the aegis of the Strategic Forces Command, which oversees the country’s strategic nuclear assets. Agni-3 is a nuclear-capable intermediate-range ballistic missile with a strike range of approximately 3,000 to 3,500 kilometres, enabling India to cover strategic targets deep inside adversary territory. Defence officials said the successful test reaffirmed the reliability and readiness of the missile system. Although other missiles from the Agni series, including upgraded variants, have been test-fired in recent times, Agni-3 continues to hold strategic importance as a proven pillar of India’s deterrence capability. The missile is a two-stage system powered by solid fuel. After the first stage completes its burn, the second stage ignites to propel the missile …

‘Rogue State, Act of Terrorism’: Kerala CM Pinarayi Vijayan Goes Ballistic At US Over Venezuela Operation | India News

‘Rogue State, Act of Terrorism’: Kerala CM Pinarayi Vijayan Goes Ballistic At US Over Venezuela Operation | India News

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Last Updated:January 04, 2026, 05:22 IST Vijayan warned that such ‘blatant imperialist aggression’ poses a grave threat to global peace and the tranquillity of Latin America Vijayan argued that the assault reveals a ‘vicious operation’ aimed at imposing ‘devious schemes’ upon the Global South. (File photo/PTI) Kerala Chief Minister Pinarayi Vijayan on Saturday issued a strong condemnation of the United States’ military operation against Venezuela. Labelling the pre-dawn strikes on various “strategic centres” in Caracas as an act of terrorism, the Chief Minister accused the US of behaving like a “rogue state” and warned that such “blatant imperialist aggression” poses a grave threat to global peace and the tranquillity of Latin America. Through a post on his official social media account, Vijayan argued that the assault reveals a “vicious operation” aimed at imposing “devious schemes” upon the Global South. He drew upon the historical context of Latin America, describing it as a continent with a “legacy of enduring such onslaughts” and a storied history of anti-imperialist struggles. By framing the American intervention as a modern-day manifestation of …

All You Need To Know About US’ Intercontinental Ballistic Missile, ICBM, Minuteman III Missile

All You Need To Know About US’ Intercontinental Ballistic Missile, ICBM, Minuteman III Missile

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The US Air Force launched a nuclear-capable intercontinental ballistic missile (ICBM), Minuteman III, in a doomsday missile test on Wednesday. The missile was unarmed when it was launched from Vandenberg Space Force Base in California. According to the US Air Force, the missile flew about 4,200 miles, at a speed of more than 15,000 miles per hour, to the US Army Space and Missile Defence Command’s Ronald Reagan Ballistic Defence test site at the Kwajalein Atoll in the Marshall Islands. Here’s all you need to know about the Minuteman III Missile  The Minuteman III nuclear-capable missile is equipped with a single Mark-21 high-fidelity re-entry vehiclePhoto Credit: X/@sentdefender It would typically contain a nuclear payload if it were launched operationallyPhoto Credit: X/@sentdefender It has been test-launched many times in the past – even moments before Donald Trump declared his Presidential victory in November 2024.Photo Credit: X/@sentdefender The Minuteman is a 1970-era program that the Air Force plans to replace with the Sentinel system.Photo Credit: @Maks_NAFO_FELLA It uses solid rocket fuel, making it less complex to maintain than …

Full speech: Hours before ceasefire, Owaisi went ballistic on Pakistan, issued this big warning

Full speech: Hours before ceasefire, Owaisi went ballistic on Pakistan, issued this big warning

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Published on May 10, 2025 11:40 PM IST AIMIM chief Asaduddin Owaisi drops a bombshell, calling Pakistan a global threat and demanding the world unite to disarm and destroy its nuclear arsenal! Owaisi slams Pakistan’s IMF bailout as “International Militant Fund,” warning of terror financing and instability. He exposes Pakistan’s attacks on civilians and religious sites, urging global leaders to act before it’s too late. Watch Owaisi’s full statement.   News / Videos / Full speech: Hours before ceasefire, Owaisi went ballistic on Pakistan, issued this big warning Disclaimer: We do not own any of the content, ideas, images, or text presented here. All rights belong to their respective owners. For more information and to view the original source, please visit the following link: Source link

India intercepts Pakistan’s Fatah-II ballistic missile in Sirsa: Know all about it

India intercepts Pakistan’s Fatah-II ballistic missile in Sirsa: Know all about it

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India-Pakistan news: Notably, Pakistan launched a fresh wave of drone attacks targeting several locations in India — from Jammu and Kashmir to Gujarat — with the defence ministry saying the enemy’s attempts to hit vital installations, including airports and air bases, were successfully thwarted. New Delhi: As the tensions between India and Pakistan continue to escalate, Pakistan launched Fateh-II missiles on the intervening night of May 9-10. However, these missiles were successfully intercepted and destroyed by the Indian defence system mid-air in Haryana’s Sirsa.  Pakistan launched the ballistic missile while continuing its unprovoked attacks on multiple Indian cities throughout the night from Friday to Saturday. India retaliated against Pakistan’s overnight strikes. Pakistan also claimed that three Air Force bases – Nur Khan Airbase in Rawalpindi, Murid Airbase in Chakwal, and Rafiqui Airbase in Shorkot. It is also being claimed that these airbases of Pakistan have been badly destroyed in this missile attack by India. Let’s know why the Murid Airbase was important for Pakistan. Know all about the Fateh-II missile The Fatah-II is a hypersonic …

Pakistan’s Fatah-II ballistic missile shot down by India in Haryana’s Sirsa | Video

Pakistan’s Fatah-II ballistic missile shot down by India in Haryana’s Sirsa | Video

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Operation Sindoor: Reports are coming that Pakistan launched the Fatah-II missile towards Haryana’s Sirsa. Sources added that the missile was intercepted in Sirsa. Sirsa: Amid tensions between India and Pakistan, reports are coming that Pakistan launched the Fatah-II missile towards Haryana’s Sirsa on Saturday (May 10). Sources said that the missile was intercepted in Sirsa.  A local said, “My son saw this and told me that something is over us. We saw from our terrace that something was blasted with a loud explosion. In the morning, we saw that it had fallen near a church.” Another local said, “When I came to the fields in the morning, I saw the debris here and we informed the officials.” The Fatah-II missile has a range of around 400 kilometres. It can hit targets with pinpoint accuracy, including the Russian-made S-400 missile systems owned by India. The Fatah-II rocket can hold a 365-kilo warhead. India targets at least four Pakistani airbases  At least four airbases in Pakistan were hit by Indian strikes in the early hours of Saturday, …

Pakistan carries out `training launch` of ballistic missile from Fatah series

Pakistan carries out `training launch` of ballistic missile from Fatah series

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Pakistan has claimed to have conducted the “training launch” of a surface-to-surface ballistic missile with a range of 120 kilometres (km) from its Fatah series, the country`s state broadcaster reported on Monday, according to news agency ANI. The development comes amid tensions between India and Pakistan following the April 22 Pahalgam attack, which killed 26 civilians, mostly tourists, in Kashmir.  The attack has triggered a wave of strong countermeasures by India against Pakistan, holding it responsible for supporting cross-border terrorism. In recent developments, New Delhi has imposed an immediate ban on the direct and indirect import and transit of all goods originating from or exported through Pakistan, regardless of their import status, effectively halting bilateral trade.  Amid these developments, Islamabad`s state broadcaster, PTV, displayed archival visuals of the training launch test as part of `Exercise Indus`, a statement by Pakistan`s military arm, the Inter-Services Public Relations (ISPR) told a local news outlet. The launch was aimed at “ensuring the operational readiness of troops and validating key technical parameters, including the missile`s advanced navigation system and …