ISLAMABAD - In a significant missile propulsion test that signals a new phase in its air combat ambitions, drawing close attention across South Asia. India’s defence ministry stated that all subsystems, including the nozzle-less booster, ramjet motor, and fuel flow controller, functioned as designed. The missile was initially accelerated to the required Mach number through a ground booster before transitioning to sustained ramjet propulsion. In strategic terms, India’s ramjet test highlights how propulsion science is becoming central to modern air power competition. Image: An illustrative rendering of an air-launched missile employing solid fuel ducted ramjet propulsion during flight testing.

Source: The Hindu February 04, 2026 20:19 UTC