Operation Sindoor Highlights | Donald Trump’s BIG Claim, "India-Pak Agreed to Ceasefire", Pakistan Foreign Minister Confirms, India Agrees!

Foreign Secretary Vikram Misri during MEA speacial press briefing said that when talks were going on about the Pahalgam attack at the UNSC meet, Pakistan opposed the role of TRF (The Resistance Front). This is after the TRF claimed responsibility for the attack not once, but twice.

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In the media brieifing on Operation Sindoor against Pakistan-sponsored terror, Foreign Secretary Vikram Misri said that our intention is not to escalate matters, and we are only responding to the escalation. No military targets have been targeted; only terrorist infrastructure in Pakistan has been hit.

Foreign Secretary Vikram Misri pointed out that Pakistani authorities according state funerals to those dead in Indian strikes. "It's also odd that funerals of civilians are being carried out by coffins wrapped in their national flag, and state honours are being awarded," he said.

Director of School Education Kashmir, Ghulam Nabi Ittoo, on Thursday said that all government and private schools in select areas of Kashmir shall remain closed for two days as a precautionary measure amid the current India-Pakistan tensions.

According to reports, Ittoo said, "All government and private schools of Baramulla, Kupwara, Sub-Division (Gurez) and schools falling in the proximity of Srinagar and Awantipora Airport shall remain closed on 9th and 10th of May 2025 as precautionary measures".

The decision has been taken in view of the current security situation and to ensure the safety of students and staff, he added.

OPERATION SINDOOR: Pakistan has targeted Jammu with loitering munitions; Indian Air Defence guns are firing back.

A complete blackout has been enforced in Kishtwar of Jammu Division, and sirens are being heard throughout the district.

Electricity being shut in Jammu as India's air defence (S400) gets activated.

Security agencies confirming 8 missiles directed from Pakistan at Jammu civil airport, Samba,, RS Pura, Arnia and neighhbouring areas and all were intercepted/blocked by S400.

Indian Army is now deploying IL-17 air defence guns across the border to counter intensified aerial threats from Pakistan. A direct attack has been reported on the Jaisalmer Air Force Station, adding to the escalating tension in western India. Meanwhile, blackouts have been enforced in key northern towns, including Uri and Baramulla.

India struck Pakistan’s capital Islamabad as well as Lahore and Sialkot late on Thursday after thwarting multiple attacks on Indian cities, including Jammu, Jaisalmer and Pathankot. Separately, Pakistan also resorted to ceasefire violations along the Line of Control in Jammu & Kashmir, to which Indian forces responded swiftly, ensuring civilian safety and maintaining control.

Following the unprovoked and unsuccessful attack by Pakistan on Indian cities, blackouts were imposed in Srinagar, Jammu and Rajouri in Jammu and Kashmir, Amritsar and Jalandhar in Punjab, Bhuj in Gujarat and other cities key areas along the border.

A blackout enforced in Srinagar amid Pakistani missile and drone attacks has been lifted. Electricity is being restored across the city.

A Pakistani Air Force jet has been shot down in the Pathankot sector by Indian air defence, multiple sources tell ANI. More details awaited. Official government confirmation awaited.

Delhi Airport issues travel advisory. Operations remain normal. Some flights are impacted due to changing airspace conditions and heightened security. Passengers are advised to check with their airline for the latest updates.

Bookings made on or before 8th May 2025 are eligible for change/cancellation fee waiver for travel until 22nd May 2025 to and from Srinagar, Jammu, Amritsar, Leh, Chandigarh, Dharamshala, Bikaner, Jodhpur, Kishangarh & Rajkot: IndiGo

However, the Indian Navy remains operational in the Arabian Sea. Any claims beyond this are unverified, as no official source has confirmed any naval escalations.

Jaipur: Rajasthan CM Bhajanlal Sharma held a high-level meeting at CMO regarding the tension that arose on the border. Chief Secretary, Home Secretary, Director General of Police, DG Intelligence and ADG Law and Order attended the meeting.

The Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) has confirmed that the 2025 season of the Indian Premier League (IPL) has been suspended for one week with immediate effect. The decision comes in light of escalating tensions with Pakistan, following the April 22 terror attack in Pahalgam, Jammu and Kashmir, where terrorists opened fire on a group of tourists.

In a statement, the BCCI said the decision to suspend the league was taken "after due consultation with all key stakeholders following the representations from most of the franchises, who conveyed the concerns and sentiments of their players, and also the views of the broadcaster, sponsors and fans." Read here.

The Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) has announced that the remainder of the tenth edition of the Pakistan Super League (PSL) will be relocated to the United Arab Emirates. The tournament, which has eight matches left, was originally scheduled to conclude in Pakistan.

A PSL match, which was scheduled for May 8 in Rawalpindi, was rescheduled initially after a drone hit the Rawalpindi Cricket Stadium. The PCB has stated that the revised dates and venues for the remaining fixtures will be confirmed in due course. Read Here.

The Border Security Force (BSF) foiled a major infiltration attempt along the International Border in Jammu and Kashmir’s Samba district in the early hours of Friday, killing seven terrorists suspected to be affiliated with Jaish-e-Mohammed (JeM), sources told media.

The operation unfolded around 11 pm on May 8, when BSF troops detected suspicious movement near the Samba border.

"At around 2300 hours on 8 May 2025, BSF foiled a major infiltration bid at the International Boundary in Samba district, J&K," the BSF confirmed in a post on X.A video showed BSF troops causing extensive damage to Pakistani post Dhandhar while killing at least seven terrorists to foil a major infiltration bid. Read More.

Pakistan Defence Minister Khawaja Asif on Friday (May 9) contradicted the Pakistan Army’s claims of downing Indian drones while addressing the parliament, arguing the projectiles were not intercepted to avoid disclosing the location of the country’s air defence units to Indian forces.

In the wake of escalating tensions between India and Pakistan following the recent Pahalgam terror attack, security has been significantly intensified along the Indo-Nepal border, particularly in Bihar. The Sashastra Seema Bal (SSB) and Bihar Police have heightened vigilance across key border districts, including Madhubani, Araria, and Kishanganj, to prevent any potential cross-border infiltration or suspicious activities. Read Here.

The directorate of civil defence on Friday conducted testing of an air raid siren mounted on the top of the multistorey PWD building at ITO. Testing was initiated at 3:00 pm and was conducted for 15–20 minutes.

The testing of air raid sirens comes during heightened tensions between India and Pakistan with missile attacks and shelling, following the Pahalgam terror attack that resulted in the death of 26 individuals, the majority of whom were tourists, on April 22. Read Here.

According to the Ministry of Civil Aviation, all passengers will now undergo a Secondary Ladder Point Check—that’s an additional layer of screening right before boarding.

Rice, wheat, pulses, fruits, and vegetables are available in ample supply.

There is no shortage of food grains, and the Government of India has fully ensured food security for all citizens.

In view of prevailing circumstances, it is hereby directed that all shopping malls, cinemas, restaurants, clubs, shops (except Medical Shops) shall remain CLOSED from 07:00 P.M. on 09.05.2025 to 06:00 A.M. on 10.05.2025: DM Chandigarh

The government on Friday said that Pakistan military likely used Turkish drones in that attack on Indian cities on May 8. During a press briefing, the government said that preliminary forensic analysis of debris recovered from downed drones suggests they were Turkish-made "Assisguard Songar" models, commonly deployed for surveillance and precision strikes.

“On the intervening night of eighth-ninth May 2025, Pakistan military carried out multiple violations of Indian airspace along the entire western border with an intent to target military infrastructure,” Wing Commander Vyomika Singh, who co-led the press briefing, said. Read Here.

Operation Sindoor Live Updates: Army, Navy, and Air chiefs are meeting Prime Minister Narendra Modi at his residence.

The Chandigarh Administration has issued a call to action for young citizens to join as Civil Defence Volunteers.

An enrollment and training camp will be held on May 10, 2025, at 10:30 AM at Tagore Theatre, Chandigarh. Citizens aged 18 years and above are encouraged to participate.

Air raid sirens sounded in Jammu and Kashmir’s Uri a day after Pakistan’s brazen attack on India’s western border. Explosion-like noise heard.

The Ministry of Health and Family Welfare issued a circular on Friday cancelling all the leaves given to any officer.

“In view of the impending situation, no leave of any kind, including station leave, is to be granted to any officer except on medical grounds, till further orders. Further, the already sanctioned leave, if any, stands cancelled, and the officers who are on leave are directed to resume their duties immediately,” said the circular.

Addressing on the event Victory Day, External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar thanked everyone who have expressed solidarity with India amid ongoing tensions with Pakistan.

“… We also meet at a time when India is confronting the challenge of terrorism, one that is a shared threat to the global community. I thank those who have expressed solidarity with us and understand the resolute response that is underway,” he said.

According to a report in PTI, the UAE board has cited ‘security concerns potentially emanating from the rising tension between India and Pakistan’ as the reason. The report said the Emirates Cricket Board is ‘wary of being perceived as an ally of PCB’, which it believes hosting the PSL may suggest.

Tensions flared along the Line of Control (LoC) on Thursday as the Pakistan Army initiated unprovoked firing in the Karnah sector of Jammu and Kashmir’s Kupwara district. Indian Army too retaliated effectively to the firing.

India has extended the closure of 24 airports near the Pakistan border till May 15 after cross-border drone and missile threats. Security has been heightened nationwide, with flights cancelled and stricter checks enforced. Read Full Article Here.

“Intermittent sounds of blasts, probably heavy artillery, can now be heard from where I am.“ Jammu & Kashmir CM Omar Abdullah

The International Monetary Fund (IMF) on Friday approved the immediate disbursement of about USD 1 billion to Pakistan under the ongoing Extended Fund Faci­li­ty, said an official statement from Pakistan’s Prime Minister’s Office (PMO).

“Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif expressed satisfaction over the approval of a USD 1bn dollar instalment for Pakistan by the IMF and the failure of India’s high-handed tactics against it,” said the official statement.

These include suspected armed drones posing potential threats to civilian and military targets. The locations include Baramulla, Srinagar, Avantipora, Nagrota, Jammu, Ferozpur, Pathankot, Fazilka, Lalgarh Jatta, Jaisalmer, Barmer, Bhuj, Kuarbet and Lakhi Nala: Defence Sources

The Airports Authority of India (AAI) and relevant aviation authorities have issued a series of Notices to Airmen (NOTAMs) announcing the temporary closure of 32 airports across northern and western India for all civil flight operations, effective from 9th  to 14th  May 2025 (which corresponds to 0529 IST on 15th May 2025), due to operational reasons

As Pakistan continues to use drones and missiles against India, the Indian Army's Additional Directorate General of Public Information (ADGPI) on Saturday wrote on X that Pakistan's "blatant escalation" with drone strikes and other munitions continues along India's western borders. Read Here Full Article

In the wake of sustained overnight aggression by Pakistan, the government has confirmed that four key Indian Air Force (IAF) stations - Udhampur, Pathankot, Adampur, and Bhuj - suffered limited damage from Pakistani attacks. In retaliation, the Indian Armed Forces launched precision strikes on six Pakistani air bases: Rafiqui, Murid, Chaklala, Rahim Yar Khan, Sukkur, and Chunia. These swift and calculated strikes, according to government, targeted only military infrastructure and were executed to minimise collateral damage. Read Here.

US Secretary of State Marco Rubio has spoken to Indian External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar, stressing the need for India and Pakistan to de-escalate and open direct channels of communication, according to the US State Department.

Following the call, Dr Jaishankar posted on X: “Had a conversation with US @SecRubio this morning. India’s approach has always been measured and responsible and remains so.”

Pakistan Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif has called a meeting of the National Command Authority on Saturday, the country’s military said, amid a dramatic escalation in cross-border hostilities with India. The move, reported by news agency Reuters, comes just hours after Islamabad launched a coordinated military operation targeting multiple Indian bases.

The National Command Authority is Pakistan’s highest decision-making body on national security matters, including those related to its nuclear arsenal. Read Here.

Amid escalating tensions between India and Pakistan, Additional District Development Commissioner Raj Kumar Thappa was killed, and his two staff members were critically injured in Pakistani shelling in Rajouri district of Jammu and Kashmir early Saturday, officials said.

They were rushed to the Government Medical College. Thapa succumbed to his injuries while the condition of his staff members is stated to be critical, according to the officials. Read here.

US Secretary of State Marco Rubio spoke with Pakistan’s Army Chief General Asim Munir on Friday, urging both Islamabad and New Delhi to take immediate steps to de-escalate rising military tensions, according to a spokesperson from the US Department of State.

Rubio also conveyed Washington’s willingness to facilitate constructive dialogue between the two nuclear-armed neighbours to prevent further escalation and avoid future conflict. Read Here.

As Pakistan continues to use drones and missiles against India, the Indian Army's Additional Directorate General of Public Information (ADGPI) on Saturday wrote on X that Pakistan's "blatant escalation" with drone strikes and other munitions continues along India's western borders.

ADGPI wrote, "In one such incident, today at approximately 5 AM, Multiple enemy armed drones were spotted flying over Khasa Cantt, Amritsar. The hostile drones were instantly engaged and destroyed by our air defence units." It added that Pakistan's "blatant attempt" to violate India's sovereignty and endanger civilians is unacceptable. Read Here.

Any future act of terror by Pakistan will be considered an act of war, and India will respond accordingly, sources said today.

The warning is significant as Pakistan has been launching drone and missile attacks on military installations and civilian areas in northern India for the last three nights. Nearly all of them have been intercepted by the robust Indian air defence network.

The announcement of the new rules of engagement against terror with cross-border linkages comes two weeks after Pakistan-linked terrorists killed 26 tourists in Jammu and Kashmir's Pahalgam.

In response, while India launched precision cruise missile strikes at terror infrastructure in Pakistan and Pakistan-Occupied Jammu and Kashmir (PoJK), the neighbouring country where the military has a strong grip on the civilian government escalated the situation by attacking civilian areas in India with drones.

US President Donald Trump on social media informed that U.S.-mediated ceasefire between India and Pakistan on May 10, 2025.

However, No official statements from India yet.

"Pakistan and India have agreed to a ceasefire with immediate effect. Pakistan has always strived for peace and security in the region, without compromising on its sovereignty and territorial integrity!", tweets Ishaq Dar, Pakistan Deputy PM & Foreign Minsiter

"India and Pakistan have today worked out an understanding on stoppage of firing and military action. India has consistently maintained a firm and uncompromising stance against terrorism in all its forms and manifestations. It will continue to do so." tweets Indian Foreign Minister S Jaishankar

Pakistan reopened airspace on Saturday following ceasefire deal with India.