Pakistan owns some deadly weapons which can cause damage to India, one is better than US;…., the weapons are…

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03-07-2025

Pakistan owns some deadly weapons which can cause damage to India, one is better than US;…., the weapons are…
In recent years, Pakistan has added powerful new weapons to its military, many of them bought from China.
By Analiza Pathak Edited by Analiza Pathak
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Pakistan owns some deadly weapons which can cause damage to India, one is better than US;...., the weapons are...
Since the time of their independence, India and Pakistan have had a tense relationship. Over the years, India has made a name for itself globally in areas like technology, economy, and diplomacy. On the other hand, Pakistan has spent most of its resources and time on supporting terrorism and building its military power, even when its own people struggle for basic needs like food.
Both countries have strong militaries and nuclear weapons, but India's overall military power is much stronger than Pakistan. Still, there are a few weapons Pakistan has that pose a real challenge for India.
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Tactical Nuclear Weapons (Short-Range Nuclear Missiles)
One of the biggest concerns for India is Pakistan's tactical nuclear weapons, especially the Nasr (Hatf-9) missile. This is a short-range ballistic missile with a range of about 70 kilometers, and it is capable of carrying nuclear warheads.
These weapons were designed by Pakistan as a direct answer to India's 'Cold Start' strategy, which is about launching quick military strikes across the border in case of conflict.
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The problem for India is that its nuclear policy is based on 'No First Use', which means it will not use nuclear weapons unless attacked first. India also focuses on massive retaliation in case of a nuclear attack, not small, tactical responses.
Even the powerful S-400 missile defense system India has bought may not be fully effective against such short-range, low-flying missiles like the Nasr. Because of this, Pakistan's tactical nuclear missiles remain a serious concern for India's security strategy.
Pakistan's Chinese weapons that could challenge India's air power
In recent years, Pakistan has added powerful new weapons to its military, many of them bought from China. While India's air force is far superior overall, some of these new systems could pose serious challenges, especially during surprise attacks or short-term conflicts.
J-10C Fighter Jet and PL-15 Missile
Pakistan has purchased J-10C fighter jets from China. These jets are equipped with advanced radar and PL-15 air-to-air missiles. The PL-15 can hit targets up to 145 kilometers (around 90 miles) away, which is a greater range than India's AIM-120 AMRAAM missiles.
During the India-Pakistan military conflict in May 2025, Pakistan reportedly used J-10C jets to target Indian Rafale aircraft. India has top-class fighter jets like the Rafale and Mirage-2000, but the long range of the PL-15 gives Pakistan a temporary edge in aerial combat, especially if used from a safe distance.
HQ-9P and HQ-16 Air Defense Systems
Pakistan has also bought HQ-9P and HQ-16 surface-to-air missile systems from China. These are designed to shoot down enemy aircraft and missiles from the ground.
Although India destroyed some of these systems during the 2025 conflict they still present a short-term challenge during air operations.
India's own air defense, like the S-400 system, is much more advanced. But the presence of HQ-9P and HQ-16 on the battlefield can still make Indian air strikes more difficult and risky, especially in the early stages of a conflict.
New weapons Pakistan is adding
1. J‑35A Stealth Fighters on the Way
Pakistan has reportedly approved the purchase of 40 J‑35A 'fifth‑generation' stealth jets from China.
Deliveries are expected late 2025 or early 2026.
This will be China's first export of a true fifth‑generation fighter and could give Pakistan an edge in the sky.
India's most advanced jets at the moment are 4.5‑generation Rafales; its own fifth‑generation projects (Mark‑1 and Mark‑2) are still a few years off.
2. Beidou Navigation System
Pakistan is the first country with full military access to Beidou, China's home‑grown GPS alternative.
Beidou went fully operational in 2020 and is claimed to be up to 100 times more precise than earlier versions.
Working from three orbit layers (GEO, IGSO, MEO), it gives Pakistan sharper weapon targeting and secure data links, reducing reliance on the U.S. GPS network.
3. India's Answer
Agni‑V ballistic missiles (range ~8,000 km) out‑reach Pakistan's Shaheen‑III (about 2,750 km).
Rafale fighters and the S‑400 air‑defence system give India strong air‑combat and missile‑intercept power.
India also fields roughly 180 nuclear warheads, slightly more than Pakistan's ~170, and commands stronger Army, Navy, and Air Force assets overall.