Explanation

The following nine countries are declared nuclear powers: 

1. USA
2. Russia
3. UK
4. France
5. China
6. India
7. Pakistan
8. Israel
9. North Korea

Nuclear weapons first developed in 1945 (USA).

Nuclear powers are divided into:

1. Official (NPT recognized): USA, Russia, UK, France, China
2. Non-NPT / de facto: India, Pakistan, Israel, North Korea

Last verified on 06-06-2026

Explanation

• “Smiling Buddha” was the codename of India’s first nuclear test.
• India described it as a “peaceful nuclear explosion.”
• Date: 18 May 1974
• Location: Pokhran Test Range, Rajasthan
• Prime Minister: Indira Gandhi

Last verified on 29-05-2026

Explanation

Russian RS-28 Sarmat intercontinental ballistic missile.

It was successfully tested in May 2026.

Sarmat also known: Satan II

Sarmat first unveiled by Russia in 2018

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Explanation

• The second name (or nickname) of the Boeing B-9 aircraft is the "Death Angel".
• First all-metal monoplane bomber aircraft designed for the United States Army Air Corps
• History
• Manufactured: 1930–1933
• Introduction date: 5 November 1931
• First flight: 13 April 1931
• Retired: 1935

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Last updated by NS on 01 MAY 2026

Explanation

• India conducted its first nuclear test on May 18, 1974
• Codename: Smiling Buddha (or Pokhran-I).
• Location: Pokhran, Rajasthan, India.
• Type: Plutonium fission device.
• Smiling Buddha, other name Pokhran-I 
• Number of tests 1

Last updated by NA on 24-April-2026