Mon May 12 18:01:04 UTC 2025: ## “Buddha is Smiling”: India’s First Nuclear Test a Success
**Pokhran, Rajasthan, May 18, 1974** – India today announced the successful detonation of its first nuclear device at the Pokhran Test Range in Rajasthan. The test, codenamed “Smiling Buddha,” marked a significant milestone in India’s scientific and strategic capabilities. While official details remain limited, a coded message confirming the success was relayed to former Prime Minister Indira Gandhi: “The Buddha is smiling.” The event is expected to have significant geopolitical implications.
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