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Test of advanced Agni missile with MIRV capability a success, Defence Ministry says

India's Defence Ministry announced a successful test of an advanced Agni missile featuring MIRV capability. The report, published on May 9, 2026, confirms the achievement in missile technology.

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The development of MIRV-capable missiles signals a significant advancement in India's strategic weapons technology and could influence regional deterrence and security calculations.

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Defence Ministry reports successful test of MIRV-capable advanced Agni missile

May 9, 2026

Defence Ministry confirmed that a test of an advanced Agni missile equipped with MIRV (multi-warhead) capability was successful.