PRALAY BALLISTIC MISSILES

"The government is considering a proposal of a service to induct Nirbhay class cruise missiles. The consideration is at an advanced stage and once cleared, it will mean that all three forces will have the capability to use subsonic cruise missiles t...

In a significant boost to the firepower, all three defence forces will now have long-range cruise missiles of the Nirbhay class. These long-range cruise missiles can strike targets at ranges of over 1,000 KM. DRDO is developing the Nirbhay class lon...

​​Developed by the Defence Research and Development Organisation (DRDO), the missile's launch at approximately 9:50 am achieved all of its mission objectives. Tracking instruments closely followed its path along the coastline.

The Indian Air Force (IAF) is taking steps to counter the challenges posed by China and Pakistan by upgrading their tactics and equipment. This includes the induction of fighters, helicopters, missiles, and radars worth Rs 2.5 to 3 lakh crore over t...

The Indian Air Force is working on various 'Make in India' projects worth over Rs 3.15 lakh crore, as part of its indigenisation efforts in the defence sector. These projects include the 180 Light Combat Aircraft Mark1A, 156 Light Combat Helicopters...

The Indian Defence Ministry has approved the purchase of a regiment of 'Pralay' ballistic missiles for the Indian Army. These missiles will be deployed along the borders with China and Pakistan and will have a range of 150-500 km. The decision comes...

India is focusing on enhancing its military capabilities, inspired by the Russia-Ukraine conflict. The country is procuring advanced artillery systems, rockets, robots, and surveillance technology to strengthen its readiness and defense. This includ...

At present, the Pralay ballistic missiles can take out targets from 150 to 500 kms and are extremely difficult to intercept for the enemy through interceptor missiles.

"Pralay' is a quasi-ballistic surface-to-surface missile. The advanced missile has been developed in a way to able to defeat interceptor missiles. It has the ability to change its path after covering a certain range midair," sources said.

"In today's launch, the 'Pralay' missile was tested for heavier payload and different range to prove the precision and lethality of the weapon," it said.

The launch was monitored by all the range sensors and instruments including Telemetry, Radar and Electro-Optic Tracking System deployed across the eastern coast and the down range ships positioned near the impact point.

India on Wednesday successfully testfired the 'Pralay' surface-to-surface ballistic missile, the Defence Research and Development Organisation (DRDO) officials said. The indigenously developed missile can strike targets at a range from 150 to 500 km...