We've had the capability to nuke Pakistan into oblivion for a long time now! This development does not affect them at all. Also, the AGNI V is just a missile - the warhead need not be nuclear.

"We've had the capability to nuke Pakistan into oblivion for a long time now!" Is that something to be proud of?

I would think it beats the capability of being nuked into oblivion by Pakistan. Ask 10 Indians and see which option they'd prefer.

Considering that most of the technology on a missile is general use (the rockets, fuel, electronics) and not only for weapons, yes I am indeed proud that my country has the capability to R&D and create such equipment without outside help.

As for the military might, Pakistan's past actions speak for themselves. Indians sleep better knowing that Pakistan has a lot to lose should they try anything.

We are proud of the technology achievements.

Don't forget that we are the only nation which hasn't invaded any other nation in a millennium.

If any thing we have nukes only as deterrents.

We have never started a war alone and never will, because we don't want to kill innocent civilians. But God forbid if we are attacked then we are human beings and we need to defend ourselves.

Not completely accurate. The hundreds of princely nations invaded and fought among each other on a daily basis. But I agree, nukes are required.

Yes.

The reality is that if someone detects an ICBM launch, they have to assume that it is nuclear and respond accordingly.