Night trials of Agni 5, nuclear-capable-ballistic missile were successfully carried out by India on Thursday. It can hit targets at 5,000 km and was successfully launched from the APJ Abdul Kalam Island in Orissa.
The test was to validate new technologies and equipment on the missile which is now lighter than before. It has also proved the capability to enhance the range of the missile, if required.
The missile, which uses a three-stage solid-fuelled engine, is capable of hitting targets at 5,000 kms with a great amount of accuracy.
The successful test is in line with India's policy to have 'credible minimum deterrence' that underscores the commitment to 'No First Use'.
Falling into the category of the Inter-Continental Ballistic Missile category, it can carry a payload of 1.5 tons and weighs around 50 tons. India is the eighth country to have intercontinental ballistic missiles after the US, UK, Russia, China, France, Israel and North Korea.
The other missiles of the Agni series, along with their ranges are given below :-
* Agni - 1 700 kms.
* Agni - 2 2,000 kms.
* Agni - 3 & 4 2,500 to > 3,500 kms.
My take
A moment of immense pride!
Tailpiece.
Got up at 6, the chores and was ready by a quarter to 10. Today, incidentally, is the first of the Malayalam month, Dhanu.
Lekha's beautician, Seena had fetched up around 10. Changed the bed linen and carried out washing machinex.
Vibi and Ajeesh, of the Asian Paints, came in by a half past 12 to take stock of the entire house for carrying out paint work. Their quote should reach me by early next week.
And not to forget, today is the 51st anniversary of the successful India-Pakistan war of 1971.
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