Facts for Prelims (FFP)
Source: TH
Context: DRDO conducts a successful test of an indigenous long-range subsonic cruise missile (Indigenous Technology Cruise Missile (ITCM)) from Chandipur, Odisha. The missile, similar to Nirbhay, showcased low-altitude sea-skimming flight with all subsystems performing as expected.
About ITCM:
It has been developed by DRDO’s Aeronautical Development Establishment (ADE) and is a long-range subsonic cruise missile featuring an indigenous propulsion system from the Gas Turbine Research Establishment. Cruise missiles are unmanned and fly within the atmosphere, capable of flying just meters above ground.
