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India missile test over Bay of Bengal sparks Agni 6 hypersonic race speculation
International
Published on 9 May 2026
A 3500 km NOTAM and silence leave analysts guessing
India’s May 8 missile launch over the Bay of Bengal—accompanied by a 3500 km NOTAM and no official explanation—has triggered speculation about whether it signals an Agni-5 upgrade or an Agni-6 step. The move lands as China and Pakistan reportedly expand nuclear and hypersonic capabilities, reshaping deterrence calculations across the Indo-Pacific.
- A highly visible test over the Bay of Bengal boosts strategic attention
- A 3500 km NOTAM was issued, but officials offered no clear confirmation
- Analysts debate whether it points to Agni-5 evolution or Agni-6
- The timing aligns with China Pakistan nuclear and hypersonic modernisation
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