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  India is rapidly advancing its hypersonic missile technology, joining the elite league of nations pursuing next-generation weaponry. With the Hypersonic Technology Demonstrator Vehicle (HSTDV) successfully tested, India is laying the foundation for a powerful defense system capable of reaching speeds over Mach 5 . But what does this mean for India's military capabilities, and what challenges lie ahead? What Are Hypersonic Missiles? Hypersonic missiles are advanced weapons that travel at speeds exceeding Mach 5 (over 6,000 km/h) , making them significantly faster than traditional cruise and ballistic missiles. They can be classified into: Hypersonic Glide Vehicles (HGVs) – Launched via rockets, then glide at hypersonic speeds. Hypersonic Cruise Missiles (HCMs) – Powered throughout flight using advanced scramjet engines. India’s Hypersonic Missile Program: Progress So Far India has made significant strides in hypersonic technology with the HSTDV project , developed by the Defenc...