DRDO’s Successful Scramjet Combustor Test for Hypersonic Missile Development Context: Defence Research and Development Organisation achieved a major breakthrough in hypersonic missile technology through the successful long-duration test of an actively cooled full-scale scramjet combustor. The test was conducted by the Defence Research and Development Laboratory (DRDL). The trial was carried out at the Scramjet Connect Pipe Test (SCPT) Facility in Hyderabad The scramjet combustor achieved a continuous run-time of more than 1,200 seconds. This performance improved upon the earlier successful test of over 700 seconds conducted in January 2026. Key Technological Features The combustor was fully designed and developed by DRDL with support from Indian industry partners. The technology uses a supersonic air-breathing engine system essential for hypersonic missile propulsion. The system operates using indigenously developed liquid hydrocarbon endothermic fuel. Advanced high-temperature thermal barrier coating technology was incorporated to withstand extreme heat conditions. The project also utilised advanced manufacturing techniques for high-performance aerospace systems. Part III, Article 26(a) - to establish and maintain institutions for religious and charitable purposes Part III, Article 19 (1) (g) All citizens shall have the right- to practise any profession, or to carry on any occupation, trade or business. Part III, Article 30 - Right of minorities to establish and administer educational institutions Part III, Article 30 (1) - All minorities, whether based on religion or language, shall have the right to establish and administer educational institutions of their choice. The National Florence Nightingale Awards were instituted in 1973 by the Ministry of Health and Family Welfare, Government of India, as a mark of recognition for the meritorious services rendered by nursing personnel to society. Dengue Fever Dengue (also known as "breakbone fever") is a mosquito-borne viral infection. While many dengue infections are asymptomatic or cause only mild illness, the virus can occasionally lead…
