The Block II version of the Brahmos supersonic cruise missile was successfully test-fired by the DRDO, in what was the second launch of the missile in the past month. The Block II version is a land attack missile developed for the Army1. DRDO officials noted that the missile was ready for induction and that the missile met all performance benchmarks. Reports noted that Indian Army officials present at the test site have yet to confirm whether they are satisfied with the performance of the cruise missile.

• 1. “Supersonic BrahMos successfully tested in Pokhran,” Hindustan Times, March 29, 2009, at http://www.hindustantimes.com/StoryPage/StoryPage.aspx?sectionName=HomeP...'bulls+eye'