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1. What is the name of the long-range glide bomb successfully tested by DRDO from a Su-30 MK-I fighter jet?
GAURAV is the name of the long-range glide bomb successfully tested by the Defence Research and Development Organisation (DRDO) on August 13, 2024, from a Su-30 MK-I fighter jet of the Indian Air Force. This air-launched 1,000 kg class bomb is designed to hit targets at long distances with high accuracy using a hybrid navigation scheme. The successful test marks a significant achievement in India's efforts to develop indigenous defence technologies, further enhancing the capabilities of the armed forces.