India Successfully Tests Indigenous RudraM-II Air-to-Surface Missile

India's Defence Research and Development Organisation (DRDO) and the Indian Air Force (IAF) successfully conducted flight-tests of the indigenous RudraM-II air-to-surface missile. This missile is designed to neutralize enemy radars and communication assets.

2 Jun, 13:55 — 2 Jun, 17:06

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The successful test of the RudraM-II missile signifies a significant advancement in India's indigenous defense capabilities, enhancing its ability to conduct precision strikes against critical enemy infrastructure. This development strengthens India's self-reliance in defense technology and contributes to its strategic deterrence.

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India successfully flight-tested the indigenous RudraM-II air-to-surface missile
The missile is designed to neutralize enemy radars and communication assets
The tests were conducted by DRDO and IAF

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The RudraM-II missile was successfully flight-tested.

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The missile is indigenous.

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Times of IndiaMostly Factual3d ago

DRDO & IAF conduct successful flight-tests of indigenous RudraM-II air-to-surface missile

By SURENDRA SINGH

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indian-expressMostly Factual3d ago

RudraM-II missile designed to neutralise enemy radars and communication assets, tested successfully

By Sushant Kulkarni

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First report: Times of India · 2 Jun, 13:55|Full coverage: 2 · 3h|Window: 3h

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Times of India2 Jun, 13:55First to report

DRDO & IAF conduct successful flight-tests of indigenous RudraM-II air-to-surface missile

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indian-express2 Jun, 17:06Latest update

RudraM-II missile designed to neutralise enemy radars and communication assets, tested successfully

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Initial Report2026-06-02T13:55:12.000Z

Times of India first reported the successful flight tests of the RudraM-II missile by DRDO and IAF.

Detailed Purpose2026-06-02T17:06:52.000Z

Indian Express provided additional detail on the missile's specific design purpose, focusing on neutralizing enemy radars and communication assets.

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DRDO & IAF conduct successful flight-tests of indigenous RudraM-II air-to-surface missile

RudraM-II missile designed to neutralise enemy radars and communication assets, tested successfully

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DRDO & IAF conduct successful flight-tests of indigenous RudraM-II air-to-surface missile

RudraM-II missile designed to neutralise enemy radars and communication assets, tested successfully

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DRDO &amp; IAF conduct successful flight-tests of indigenous RudraM-II air-to-surface missile

RudraM-II missile designed to neutralise enemy radars and communication assets, tested successfully

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DRDO &amp; IAF conduct successful flight-tests of indigenous RudraM-II air-to-surface missile

RudraM-II missile designed to neutralise enemy radars and communication assets, tested successfully

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DRDO & IAF conduct successful flight-tests of indigenous RudraM-II air-to-surface missile

DRDO & IAF conduct successful flight-tests of indigenous RudraM-II air-to-surface missile