India is making its ‘dumb bombs’ smart: What DRDO’s TARA glide kit means for the IAF

India’s indigenous glide weapon system, TARA, achieved a successful maiden flight, transforming unguided bombs into precision-guided munitions. Developed by DRDO and tested from an IAF Jaguar, TARA offers enhanced accuracy and stand-off capability at low cost. This development aligns with global trends, boosting India’s affordable precision strike power and airpower.