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Defence Current Affairs 11 May 2026
Successful Flight-Test of Advanced Agni Missile
India successfully carried out the flight-test of an advanced Agni missile equipped with Multiple Independently Targeted Re-Entry Vehicle (MIRV) technology from Dr APJ Abdul Kalam Island on May 08, 2026. The missile demonstrated the capability to carry multiple payloads and strike different targets spread across a large area in the Indian Ocean Region.
During the mission, several ground-based and ship-based telemetry stations monitored and tracked the missile’s trajectory from launch to the impact of all payloads. The successful completion of the test confirmed that all mission objectives were achieved accurately.
This achievement marks another important advancement in India’s strategic defence capability, as the MIRV system allows a single missile to engage multiple targets independently. The missile has been developed by Defence Research and Development Organisation with support from Indian industries and was witnessed by senior DRDO scientists and personnel of the Indian Army.
Major Progress in Hypersonic Missile Technology
India also achieved a significant breakthrough in hypersonic missile technology through the efforts of the Defence Research and Development Laboratory under DRDO.
The development involved an advanced supersonic air-breathing engine powered by an indigenously developed liquid hydrocarbon endothermic fuel. Scientists also used high-temperature thermal barrier coatings and modern manufacturing technologies to improve engine performance.
Ground tests conducted at the Supersonic Combustion Test Plant successfully validated the design and efficiency of the active cooled scramjet combustor. This achievement is expected to strengthen India’s future hypersonic weapon capabilities and boost indigenous defence research.
Commissioning of ICGS Achal in Indian Coast Guard
The Indian Coast Guard further expanded its operational strength with the commissioning of ICGS Achal on May 09, 2026 at Goa Shipyard Limited.
ICGS Achal belongs to the new-generation Adamya-class Fast Patrol Vessel series. The name “Achal,” meaning firm or steadfast, reflects the Coast Guard’s dedication towards maritime security and national interests.
The vessel is designed to perform various maritime operations, including:
- Coastal and offshore surveillance
- Search and Rescue (SAR) missions
- Anti-smuggling operations
- Maritime interdiction
- Marine pollution response
With over 50 percent indigenous components, the ship represents India’s growing self-reliance in defence manufacturing under the Atmanirbhar Bharat and Make in India initiatives.
India–Vietnam Maritime and Scientific Cooperation
India and Vietnam further strengthened their maritime partnership through the visit of INS Sagardhwani to Cam Ranh from May 04 to 08, 2026.
The visit focused on expanding maritime cooperation, professional exchanges, scientific collaboration, and training initiatives between the two countries. These engagements coincide with the completion of a decade of the India–Vietnam Strategic Partnership.
The cooperation also included interactions between scientists from Naval Physical and Oceanographic Laboratory and researchers from the Institute of Oceanography in Nha Trang. Discussions mainly focused on oceanographic research, knowledge sharing, and capacity building in marine science and technology.
During the harbour stay, personnel from the Indian Navy and the Vietnam People’s Navy participated in friendly volleyball matches and yoga sessions, reflecting the strong spirit of friendship between the two nations.
PM Narendra Modi’s UAE Visit to Boost Strategic Defence Partnership
Narendra Modi is scheduled to visit the United Arab Emirates during his Europe tour to further strengthen India-UAE strategic relations.
The visit is expected to focus on advancing the Strategic Defence Partnership between the two countries. The foundation for this partnership was laid earlier this year during the visit of UAE President Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan to India.
India and the UAE are increasingly cooperating in several important areas such as:
- Defence manufacturing
- Maritime security
- Counter-terrorism coordination
- Trade and economic development
Defence relations between the two countries have gradually evolved from a traditional buyer-seller relationship into a broader institutional partnership through mechanisms like the Joint Defence Co-operation Committee (JDCC).
On the economic front, trade relations have also expanded significantly after the signing of the Comprehensive Economic Partnership Agreement. Today, the UAE has become one of India’s largest trading partners and an important export destination.
The Indian diaspora in the UAE also plays a major role in strengthening cultural, economic, and strategic ties between the two countries.
Review Questions
- India successfully conducted the flight-trial of the Advanced Agni missile with
which advanced capability?
A. Stealth technology
B. MIRV system
C. Laser guidance
D. Anti-submarine system
ANSWER: B - The successful flight-trial of the Advanced Agni missile was conducted from
which location?
A. Pokhran, Rajasthan
B. Chandipur, Odisha
C. Dr APJ Abdul Kalam Island, Odisha
D. Sriharikota, Andhra Pradesh
ANSWER: C - Which DRDO laboratory achieved a breakthrough in hypersonic missile
development?
A. ADE
B. DRDL
C. NPOL
D. VRDE
ANSWER: B - What is the name of the newly commissioned ICG Ship in the Adamya-class
Fast Patrol Vessel series?
A. Vikrant
B. Achal
C. Samarth
D. Veer
ANSWER: B - INS Sagardhwani visited which country in May 2026 to strengthen maritime
and scientific cooperation?
A. Japan
B. Indonesia
C. Vietnam
D. Singapore
ANSWER: C - Which Transport Tactical Lifter Capable Of Carrying Payload Of More Than 50
Tons Is Also Used In Various Operations By IAF?
A. C-17
B. C-130J
C. IL-76
D. Mirage 2000
ANSWER: A - Which Force Is Deployed At India, Nepal And Bhutan Border?
A. Sashastra Seema Bal
B. Central Industrial Security Force
C. National Security Guard
D. Indo-Tibetan Border Police
ANSWER: A - Who Among The Following Has Become The First Ever Woman Pilot Of The
Indian Navy?
A. Chhavi Rajawat
B. Shubhangi Swaroop
C. Sita Sahu
D. Asha Roy
ANSWER: B - What Is The Code Name Of The First Nuclear Test Of India?
A. Chagai 1-1
B. Smiling Buddha
C. Project 596
D. Shakti 1 – 1
ANSWER: B - Which Is The Smallest Unit Of The Indian Army?
A. Corps
B. Section
C. Battalion
D. Platoon
ANSWER: B - What Is The Highest Military Honour Of India?
A. Param Vir Chakra
B. Bharat Ratna
C. Maha Vir Chakra
D. Padma Bhushan
ANSWER: A - When Was The Indian Air Force Founded?
A. 30th October 1934
B. 27th October 1932
C. 8th October 1933
D. 8th October 1932
ANSWER: D - What Is SRBM Developed By DRDO?
A. Static-Random Ballistic Missile
B. Scientific-Range Ballistic Missile
C. Short-Range Ballistic Memory
D. Short-Range Ballistic Missile
ANSWER: D - What Is The India-China Border Line Called?
A. McMahon Line
B. Marginal Line
C. Mannerheim Line
D. Medicine Line
ANSWER: A - The “Ladakh Scouts” Is Also Known As –
A. Snow Lions
B. Snow Warriors
C. Snow Leopards
D. Snow Jackals
ANSWER: B - Shenyang FC-31 Is A
A. Destroyer
B. OPV
C. Submarine
D. Fighter Jet
ANSWER: D - Armed Forces Medical College Is Located At
A. Mumbai
B. Pune
C. Nashik
D. None of the above
ANSWER: B - “White Darkness: And Other Stories,” Authored By
A. Lt Gen Y K Joshi
B. Sitaram Yechuri
C. Hew Strachan
D. Lt Col Ramesh Menon (Retd)
ANSWER: D - Where Is The Hq Of The Southwestern Command of The Indian Army?
A. Kochi
B. Vishakhapatnam
C. Pune
D. Jaipur
ANSWER: D - Brigadier Rank of Indian Army Is Equivalent to which rank of Indian Navy?
A. Commodore
B. Captain
C. Commander
D. Lieutenant
ANSWER: A
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