India successfully tested the Agni-4 missile, an intermediate-range ballistic missile, in Odisha.
The Agni-4 missile was successfully launched from the Integrated Test Range in Chandipur, Odisha. The Agni-4 has a range of up to 4,000 kilometers and can carry a 1,000 kg payload. In 2012, the Agni-4 missile traveled over 3,000 kilometers in just 20 minutes.
The Agni-4 missile has an impressive range of up to 4,000 kilometers and can carry a 1,000 kg payload. It is 20 meters long and can be launched from a road-mobile platform. In a 2012 test, the Agni-4 traveled over 3,000 kilometers in just 20 minutes, making it the longest-range missile test by the Defence Research and Development Organisation (DRDO) at that time. Previously known as Agni-2 Prime, the Agni-4 is one of the missiles developed by DRDO. With advancements like the Agni-5, India’s missile technology has significantly progressed.
INS Tabar Joins 22nd Indo-French VARUNA Naval Exercise in the Mediterranean Sea
The Indian and French navies recently conducted a large-scale naval exercise in the Mediterranean Sea, reflecting their shared strategic maritime interests. The exercise, known as VARUNA, ran from September 2 to 4.
Indian naval ship INS Tabar and the long-range maritime surveillance aircraft P-8I were involved, along with ship-borne helicopters. The French side was represented by the frontline ship FS Provence, the submarine Suffren, MB339 fighter jets, and NH90 and Dauphin helicopters.
The exercise featured a range of advanced naval operations, including tactical maneuvers, anti-submarine warfare drills, air defense exercises, and live weapon firings.
Started in 2001, the VARUNA exercise has been key to strengthening India-France naval relations, enhancing interoperability, and sharing best practices. This 22nd edition in the Mediterranean highlights the Indian Navy’s expanding global presence and commitment to international naval cooperation.
India’s Forex Reserves Surge by $2 Billion
India’s forex reserves jump more than 2 billion dollars to a new high of 683.9 billion dollar for the week ended August 30, as per the RBI figures released today. This is the third consecutive weekly rise of forex reserves backed by healthy dollar inflows. In the past three weeks, reserves rose by 13.9 billion, RBI data showed.
The data showed that foreign currency assets, a major component of the reserves, increased by 1.48 billion Dollar to 599 billion dollar. Gold reserves saw a surge of 862 million dollar to 61.86 billion dollar. Meanwhile, SDRs for the above mentioned week were up by 9 million dollar to stand at 18.47 billion dollar.
Praveen Kumar Wins Gold Medal in Men’s High Jump T64 Final at Paris Paralympics
Praveen Kumar won the gold medal in the Men’s High Jump T64 final at the Paris Paralympics. This victory has moved India to 14th place in the medal standings, with a total of 26 medals: 6 gold, 9 silver, and 11 bronze.
Jyoti Berwal Claims Gold Medal at U20 World Wrestling Championships
Jyoti Berwal clinched the gold medal in the women’s 76 kg freestyle category at the U20 World Championships in Pontevedra, Spain. She defeated Ukraine’s Mariia Orlevych in the final without letting her score a single point. Jyoti also won against opponents from Mongolia, China, and Turkey on her way to the title. This marks India’s second consecutive world U20 title in women’s 76 kg, following Priya Malik’s victory in 2023.
In addition, Indian wrestlers earned two bronze medals in the same event: Komal in the 59 kg category and Sristhi in the 68 kg category. Nitika will compete for a gold medal in the 62 kg category against Ukraine’s Iryna Bondar. Men’s freestyle matches start today and will continue until September 8, the last day of the championships.