City
Epaper

India sucessfully tests Agni-5 nuclear capable ballistic missile having range of 5000 km

By Lokmat English Desk | Updated: December 16, 2022 15:11 IST

Open in App
1 / 5
India on Thursday night successfully conducted a night test of Agni-5 nuclear-capable ballistic missile capable of hitting targets at a range of over 5,000 km.
2 / 5
This test was conducted from Odisha-based Abdul Kalam Iceland. The weight of this missile is 50 thousand kilograms and its length is 7.5 meters, while its diameter is 2 meters. Its speed is Mach 24, ie 24 times the speed of sound.
3 / 5
This missile can carry a nuclear warhead of up to 1500 kg.
4 / 5
This missile has a three-stage rocket booster, which is fired by solid fuel. Capable of hitting targets up to 5,000 kilometers with much greater accuracy.
5 / 5
The government has consistently stated that the success of the Agni-5 test is in keeping with India's stated goal of being a 'credible minimum deterrent' which underlines its commitment to 'no first use'. According to sources before the inspection, the authorities issued a notification.
Tags: Agni-5 nuclearballistic missile
Open in App

Related Stories

InternationalYemeni Ballistic Missile Aimed at Multiple Targets in Tel Aviv: Reports

NationalAgni-4 Ballistic Missile Successfully Launched by Defence Ministry in Odisha

InternationalNorth Korea Launches Two Ballistic Missiles in Violation of UN Resolutions

NationalDRDO and SFC Successfully Test Agni-Prime Ballistic Missile Off Odisha Coast

InternationalNorth Korea Launches Ballistic Missile into East Coast Waters, Says South Korea's Joint Chief

National Realted Stories

NationalHaryana calls all-party meeting today amid escalating water dispute with Punjab

NationalShirgao Tragedy: What Caused the Deadly Stampede at Lairai Devi Jatra in Goa?

NationalImportant to strengthen cooperation between two countries: Angolan Prez Lourenco on State Visit to India

NationalIndia becoming a big exhibition and conference hub globally: Minister

NationalShrigao Stampede: 7 Killed, Over 30 Injured as Devotees Rush to Witness Devi Lairai Jatra in Goa