Markets tumble as India-Pak conflict flares up; Sensex, Nifty tank over 1 pc
Mumbai, May 9 (PTI) Stock market benchmark indices Sensex and Nifty tumbled over 1 per cent each on Friday as tensions soared between India and Pakistan, fuelling fears of a wider conflict. Extending its previous days decline, the 30-share BSE benchmark gauge tanked 880.34 points or 1.10 per cent to settle at 79,454.47, in a largely range-bound trading. The NSE Nifty dropped 265.80 points or 1.10 per cent to 24,008. India on Thursday night swiftly thwarted Pakistans fresh attempts to strike military sites with drones and missiles, including in Jammu and Pathankot, after foiling similar bids at 15 places in
IPL 2025: Will Work With BCCI To Bring Back The Event At An Appropriate Time, Says Broadcaster
New Delhi: The IPL 2025 broadcasters JioStar said they support BCCI's decision to suspend the tournament for a week, and affirmed that they stand firmly committed to prioritising national interest over all other considerations. The decision to suspend IPL 2025 for one week came on the back of India-Pakistan border tensions. We, at JioStar, wholeheartedly support the BCCIs decision to suspend TATA IPL 2025 and stand firmly committed to prioritise national interest over all other considerations. At this time, we must stand united with our country, support the government and our armed forces, and extend solidarity & support to the civilians affected. We will work with the BCCI to bring back the tournament at an appropriate time. JioStar will work closely with all stakeholders to ensure the transition is managed in a seamless manner and everyone involved in the tournament broadcast returns home safely, they said in a statement on Friday. The decision to halt the tournament for a week came on the back of cross-border tensions intensifying on Thursday night, leading to blackouts in Jammu, Udhampur and Pathankot, as air strikes and drones from Pakistan took over the skies. This led to the game between Punjab Kings and Delhi Capitals being called off at the HPCA Stadium in Dharamshala, about 80kms away from Pathankot, after just 10.1 of first innings were completed. With the airport in Dharamshala and other north Indian cities closed, the players and support staff members of both PBKS and DC, along with match officials, commentators, broadcast crew members and other key IPL-related personnel were evacuated from Dharamshala by a bus taking them to Jalandhar on Friday morning, where a special train organised by the tournament is now bringing them to New Delhi. This led to the game between Punjab Kings and Delhi Capitals being called off at the HPCA Stadium in Dharamshala, about 80kms away from Pathankot, after just 10.1 of first innings were completed. Also Read: LIVE Cricket Score Article Source: IANS
CHANDIGARH: Amid soaring tension between India and Pakistan, debris resembling parts of a missile was found in the fields near Kamahi Devi village in Hoshiarpur district. Such objects were found at three more places in Bathinda district of Punjab. The metal debris was found Thursday evening and appeared akin to a missile. Acting promptly, the villagers informed the police. The Indian Air Force (IAF) was also informed. Thereafter, the area was cordoned off. An IAF team arrived at the spot and conducted preliminary investigation before collecting the debris, sources said. Debris resembling that of missiles were also found near Bir Talab Basti number 4 area in Bathinda, at Gehri Baghi village in the district. Also, a house in Tungwali village sustained minor damage during the incident reported last night as the windows and door panes were shattered due to an explosion. A shed in the house was also damaged. The police reached the site early on Friday morning. The villagers said that such minor incidents are common in war-like situations. Local MLA Master Jagsir Singh who visited the area praised the courage of the villagers. Meanwhile on Friday morning the Chandigarh Administration sounded a fresh air raid siren, appealing to people to remain indoors. An air warning has been received from the air force station of a possible attack. Sirens are being sounded. All are advised to remain indoors and stay away from balconies, an official statement issued by the Chandigarh administration said. About an hour later, it said the siren for the alert was over. Uneasy calm in J&K as India-Pakistan tensions escalate, border residents move to safer places The people across the state especially border districts Amritsar, Gurdaspur, Ferozepur, Fazilka, Taran Taran and Pathankot had a tense night following complete blackout. Meanwhile, the SAS Nagar district administration on Friday began installing new air raid sirens with 30 requisitioned for Kharar and 20 for Zirakpur and Dera Bassi. The state government has allocated emergency funds to all the deputy commissioners across the state to address exigencies with the option to request additional funds as required in view of the prevailing situation. Also, the government has cancelled the leaves of all IAS and PCS officers in the state with immediate effect. In view of the prevailing situation and preparedness for the emergency response system, it has been decided that no officer shall proceed on any kind of leave or leave their station of posting without explicit approval of the Chief Secretary Punjab. All the leaves approved so far stand cancelled. Meticulous compliance may be ensured failing which suitable action under relevant rules shall be initiated, stated a letter issued by Punjab, secretary personnel, Gurpreet Kaur Sapra. The Punjab police has already cancelled the leave of its personnel. The Punjab Government has asked the Food Corporation of India (FCI) to immediately transfer the wheat that has been bought in the border districts of Amritsar, Tarn Taran, Gurdaspur, Pathankot, Ferozepur and Fazilka. A concerted effort has been put in to speed up the lifting of wheat from the six border districts of the state. Sources said that the government has informed the FCI officials to check the destination where the wheat needs to be sent and also check the availability of rakes for transporting the wheat. As on date, on an average about 15 rail rakes of wheat a day is moved from Punjab to the recipient states. Rajasthan remains on edge after drone attacks; blackout to be enforced in all border districts Meanwhile the Punjab Police has deployed specialized forces, including SOG Hits, SSG, and Ghatak teams, accompanied by bulletproof vehicles. Also in coordination with the BSF, 73 well-equipped nakas have been set-up at strategic points, enhancing the second line of defence. The Village Defence Committees (VDCs) have also been formed throughout the border areas to support local security measures. Apart from this, 14 additional companies of Punjab Armed Police have been deployed in border districts and state-level control rooms along with district-level control rooms have been established to ensure seamless communication and coordination among all security forces, said sources. In the neighboring Haryana, Deputy Commissioner of Ambala has ordered a complete blackout from 8 pm till 6 am. The orders in this regard were issued by District Magistrate Ajay Singh Tomer. The administration also banned the use of inverters or generators for outdoor lighting. In view of the prevailing circumstances and intelligence inputs indicating a potential air strike threat from Pakistan, it is imperative to ensure complete blackout during the night hours for public safety and strategic interests. And whereas, use of inverter, generator and any other power backup used for outdoor lights, bill board, street lights etc may invite any terror/drone attack in District Ambala, the order said. The order was issued under Section 163 (Power to issue order in urgent cases of nuisance or apprehended danger) of the Bharatiya Nagarik Suraksha Sanhita (BNSS), 2023. IPL suspended for one week amid escalating tensions between India and Pakistan
Virat Kohli, Anushka Sharma Hail Indian Armed Forces Amid Tensions With Pakistan
India on Thursday night swiftly thwarted Pakistan's attempts to strike its military bases with drones and missiles including in Jammu and Pathankot after foiling similar bids at 15 places in northern and western regions of the country
Ongoing IPL Suspended Due to Cross-Border Tensions
SRINAGAR: The Indian Premier League (IPL) has been suspended until further notice due to the escalating conflict between India and Pakistan. The decision follows Thursdays mid-match cancellation between Punjab Kings and Delhi Capitals in Dharamsala, after air raid alerts were issued in nearby areas including Jammu and Pathankot. The development comes after India carried out [] The post Ongoing IPL Suspended Due to Cross-Border Tensions appeared first on Kashmir Life .
IPL 2025 Suspended For One Week, New Schedule And Venuesto Be Announced In Due Course: BCCI
BCCI Secretary Devajit Saikia: The Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) confirmed that the IPL 2025 has been suspended with immediate effect, albeit for one week in the wake of the India-Pakistan border tensions. The board added that the new schedule and venues of the tournament will be announced in due course after assessing the situation. Further updates regarding the new schedule and venues of the tournament will be announced in due course after a comprehensive assessment of the situation in consultation with relevant authorities and stakeholders, said BCCI Secretary Devajit Saikia in an official statement. The decision was taken by the BCCI on Friday after cross-border tensions intensified on Thursday night, leading to blackouts in Jammu, Udhampur and Pathankot, as air strikes and drones from Pakistan took over the skies. It led to the game between Punjab Kings and Delhi Capitals being called off at the HPCA Stadium in Dharamshala after just 10.1 overs of the first innings was completed. With the airport in Dharamshala and other north Indian cities closed, the players and support staff members of both PBKS and DC, along with match officials, commentators, broadcast crew members and other key IPL-related personnel were evacuated from Dharamshala by a bus taking them to Jalandhar on Friday morning, where a special train organised by the tournament is now taking them to New Delhi. The BCCI further said the decision was taken by the IPL Governing Council, comprising Saikia and IPL Chairman Arun Dhumal, after due consultation with all key stakeholders following the representations from most of the franchisees, who conveyed the concern and sentiments of their players and also the views of the broadcaster, sponsors and fans. While the BCCI reposes full faith in the strength and preparedness of our armed forces, the Board considered it prudent to act in the collective interest of all stakeholders. At this critical juncture, the BCCI stands firmly with the nation. We express our solidarity with the Government of India, the Armed Forces and the people of our country. The Board salutes the bravery, courage, and selfless service of our armed forces, whose heroic efforts under Operation Sindoor continue to protect and inspire the nation, as they lead a resolute response to the recent terrorist attack and the unwarranted aggression by Pakistans armed forces. While cricket remains a national passion, there is nothing greater than the Nation and its sovereignty, integrity, and security of our country. The BCCI remains firmly committed to support all efforts that safeguard India and will always align its decisions in the best interest of the nation, elaborated Saikia. With the BCCI saying IPL 2025 has been suspended for one week, it is yet to be known if an alternate window to host the rest of the tournament will be present immediately or not and what would be the venues of the remaining games. As of now, IPL 2025 has completed 58 games, with 12 matches left to play in the league stage and followed by the playoffs. All ten franchises have been informed of the tournaments suspension for one week by the BCCI and will start making plans to ensure the safe departure of all players, support staff and crew members once the MEA advisory comes on Friday evening. With the BCCI saying IPL 2025 has been suspended for one week, it is yet to be known if an alternate window to host the rest of the tournament will be present immediately or not and what would be the venues of the remaining games. As of now, IPL 2025 has completed 58 games, with 12 matches left to play in the league stage and followed by the playoffs. Also Read: LIVE Cricket Score Article Source: IANS
IPL 2025: Franchises Awaiting Advice On How To Send Indian And Overseas Players Home
Indian Premier League: After the indefinite suspension of the 2025 season of the Indian Premier League (IPL) with immediate effect by the Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI), the all ten franchises are now awaiting further advice over how they can start sending Indian and overseas players, as well as support staff and other crew members, back to their respective homes once the briefing by the Ministry of External Affairs (MEA) happens on Friday evening. Yes, IPL franchises have now been informed of the IPL 2025 being indefinitely suspended with immediate effect by the BCCI. The franchises who are at their respective bases will now stay put for three to four hours. The franchises are now awaiting further advice after the MEA briefing happens on Friday evening over how they can start sending Indian and overseas players, as well as support staff and other crew members, back to their respective homes, added the sources. The decision to indefinitely suspend IPL 2025 with immediate effect came due to cross-border tension between India and Pakistan, especially after air and drone strikes from Pakistan resulted in blackouts in Jammu, Pathankot and Udhampur on Thursday evening, all of which are in close proximity to Dharamshala. It resulted in the match between Punjab Kings (PBKS) and Delhi Capitals (DC) being called off at the HPCA Stadium just after the halfway mark of the first innings. With the airport in Dharamshala and other north Indian cities closed, the players and support staff members of both PBKS and DC, along with match officials, commentators, broadcast crew members and other key IPL-related personnel have been evacuated from Dharamshala by a special train organised by the tournament on Friday morning and is expected to reach New Delhi. The decision to indefinitely suspend IPL 2025 with immediate effect came due to cross-border tension between India and Pakistan, especially after air and drone strikes from Pakistan resulted in blackouts in Jammu, Pathankot and Udhampur on Thursday evening, all of which are in close proximity to Dharamshala. It resulted in the match between Punjab Kings (PBKS) and Delhi Capitals (DC) being called off at the HPCA Stadium just after the halfway mark of the first innings. Also Read: LIVE Cricket Score Article Source: IANS
Rajnath reviews security situation with Chief of Defence Staff, 3 service chiefs
Defence Minister Rajnath Singh reviewed national security with top military leaders after Pakistan's attempts to target Indian military installations were repelled. India neutralized Pakistan's efforts to hit military stations in Jammu, Pathankot, and Udhampur with missiles and drones. The Indian armed forces remain fully prepared to defend the nation's sovereignty and ensure the safety of its citizens.
Rajnath Singh reviews security situation with CDS, three service chiefs
Defence Minister Rajnath Singh held a high-level meeting on Friday to review the national security situation with top military officials, following a series of attempted attacks by Pakistan on Indian military installations . The meeting included Chief of Defence Staff General Anil Chauhan, Army Chief General Upendra Dwivedi, Air Chief Marshal A.P. Singh, and Navy Chief Admiral Dinesh K. Tripathi. They carried out a detailed assessment of the evolving security environment. The review came just a day after Indian forces successfully repelled multiple Pakistani attempts to strike key military stations using missiles and drones. Targets included locations in Jammu, Pathankot, Udhampur, and several other strategic areas. Tensions soar in Jammu & Kashmir after Pak's failed drone attack, heavy shelling; woman killed, four injured Officials confirmed that Indian armed forces effectively intercepted the incoming threats, neutralising drones and missiles launched by Pakistan. India is fully prepared to defend its sovereignty and ensure the safety of its people, the Defence Ministry said in a statement. This latest wave of aggression from Pakistan followed a similar failed attempt less than 24 hours earlier. On Thursday, the Defence Ministry revealed that Indian forces had foiled attacks on military installations in 15 cities across northern and western India. The locations targeted in that attempt included Awantipura, Srinagar, Jammu, Pathankot, Amritsar, Kapurthala, Jalandhar, Ludhiana, Adampur, Bhatinda, Chandigarh, Nal, Phalodi, Uttarlai, and Bhuj.
Punjab: Leave of IAS, PCS officers cancelled amid India-Pakistan tensions Pakistan
Amid rising tensions between India and Pakistan, the Punjab government has cancelled all leaves for IAS and PCS officers. This order affects officers across the state. Punjab Police had already cancelled leave for its personnel. The directive, issued by Gurpreet Kaur Sapra, Secretary Personnel, is effective immediately. Blackouts were enforced in several cities including Pathankot and Amritsar.
India downs Pakistan's elite fighter jet, takes F-16 pilot into custody
NEW DELHI: Amid high tensions between India and Pakistan , a Pakistani F-16 pilot is reported to have been taken into custody after an Indian Surface-to-Air Missile (SAM) system shot down the fighter jet, which had taken off from Pakistan's Sargodha Air Base. There are unconfirmed reports of the downing of Pakistans JF-17a fourth-generation, lightweight, single-engine, multirole combat aircraft amid the ongoing Operation Sindoor by the Indian armed forces in response to the Pahalgam terrorist attack , which claimed the lives of 26 tourists, including a Nepalese citizen. Meanwhile, a Chinese-made PL-15 active radar-guided air-to-air (AAM) long-range missile was recovered in Hoshiarpur, Punjab. The missile is believed to have been fired from a JF-17. The downing of Pakistans fighter jets comes amid a barrage of drone and missile attacks launched from Pakistan, which targeted military bases in Jammu, Pathankot, and Udhampurareas in close proximity to the International Border (IB) in Jammu and Kashmir (J&K). India repels attack on military bases in Jammu, Pathankot and Udhampur The threats were swiftly neutralized by the Indian armed forces using kinetic and non-kinetic capabilities in line with established standard operating procedures (SOPs). No casualties or material losses were reported. India remains fully prepared to defend its sovereignty and ensure the safety of its people, stated an official release from the Headquarters Integrated Defence Staff (HQ IDS) and Ministry of Defence (MoD) on Thursday. India struck and dismantled nine terror camps in Pakistan and Pakistan-occupied Kashmir (PoK) at midnight on May 7 under Operation Sindoor. Indias response to Pakistans misadventure has been measured and appropriate.
IPL 2025 Suspended Indefinitely, BCCI Cites National Interest: Sources
Indian Premier League: Amid the escalating military conflict between India and Pakistan, the BCCI has decided to suspend the ongoing Indian Premier League (IPL) 2025 season indefinitely in an emergency meeting on Friday, sources told IANS. After Thursdays IPL 2025 match between Punjab Kings and Delhi Capitals was called off after 10.1 overs of play at the HPCA Stadium in Dharamshala following the air and drone strikes from Pakistan which resulted in blackouts in Jammu, Pathankot and Udhampur, all of which are in close proximity to Dharamshala, the future of the tournament looked uncertain and BCCI convened emergency meeting to decide the way forward. IPL to be suspended, BCCI will issue detailed information anytime soon, the BCCI sources told IANS on Friday. Yes, the meeting just got over. After discussing with all the concerned authorities, this decision was made. Further details will be shared by the BCCI, it added. BCCI wants to stand with the nation at this time and thus suspends IPL 2025 with immediate effect. Its indefinite at the moment (on a window to resume IPL 2025 in future). It will only happen if there will be time later in the year. But for now nothing, said IPL sources to IANS. Following the abandonment of the Dharamshala match, several Australian players involved in the league reportedly expressed anxiety over their safety. A special train has been arranged to evacuate both Punjab Kings and Delhi Capitals players and support staff members, match officials, commentators, broadcast crew members and other key personnel associated with IPL 2025 to get them to a safe place. After India launched precision strikes targeting nine high-value terror camps across Pakistan and Pakistan-occupied Kashmir (Pok), in response to the horrific terrorist attack in Pahalgam that claimed 26 lives, Pakistan attempted to engage in number of military targets in Northern and Western India on May 7-8. India on Thursday morning targeted the Air Defence Radars and systems at several locations in Pakistan, during which the one at Lahore has been neutralised. After India launched precision strikes targeting nine high-value terror camps across Pakistan and Pakistan-occupied Kashmir (Pok), in response to the horrific terrorist attack in Pahalgam that claimed 26 lives, Pakistan attempted to engage in number of military targets in Northern and Western India on May 7-8. Also Read: LIVE Cricket Score Article Source: IANS
Chopra, Rohit, Sehwag Back Indian Armed Forces Amid Escalating Conflict With Pakistan
New Delhi, May 9: Indias sporting icons, including Neeraj Chopra, PV Sindhu, and Rohit Sharma, have come out in strong support of the countrys armed forces for their strikes on terror infrastructure in Pakistan, hailing them as the soul of our nation. India on Thursday night swiftly thwarted Pakistans attempts to strike its military bases with drones and missiles including in Jammu and Pathankot after foiling similar bids at 15 places in northern and western regions of the country, as [] The post Chopra, Rohit, Sehwag Back Indian Armed Forces Amid Escalating Conflict With Pakistan appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
'Bomb-like' object recovered in Jaisalmer's Kishanghat area after Thursday's cross-border firing
JAIPUR: A bomb-like object was found in the Kishanghat area of Rajasthan's Jaisalmer district on Friday morning, prompting swift action by the local police and air force. According to the police, the object was found near a nursery in the colony of the Jogis, located in front of Kishanghat under the Kotwali police station area. Kotwali SHO Prem Daan said it seems to be a bomb-like object. Experts from the army are on their way Kishanghat to defuse it. It it currently not known if it is live or destroyed, he said. VIDEO | Rajasthan: Debris of unidentified object found in Jaisalmer's Kishan Ghat area. Security personnel at the spot. More details awaited. (Full video available on PTI Videos - https://t.co/n147TvqRQz ) #Rajasthan pic.twitter.com/aGVD2gBSIt Press Trust of India (@PTI_News) May 9, 2025 Arjun Nath, a local, spotted the object and immediately informed Kishanghat Sarpanch representative Kalyan Ram, who then alerted authorities. Following this, teams from the local police and the Indian Air Force arrived at the scene, they said. The area has been cordoned off as a precautionary measure and further investigation is underway. The object resembled parts of a drone that was launched by Pakistan on Jaisalmer on Thursday night around 10.30 pm. However, official confirmation is awaited. Authorities have urged residents to remain calm and follow safety instructions as security measures have been intensified in the region. Notably, on Thursday night India swiftly thwarted Pakistan's fresh attempts to strike military sites with drones and missiles, including in Jammu, Pathankot and Udhampur, after foiling its attempts to target military installations in 15 cities in the northern and western parts of the country. According to the defence ministry, the Pakistani military on Thursday night attempted to target Awantipura, Srinagar, Jammu, Pathankot, Amritsar, Kapurthala, Jalandhar, Ludhiana, Adampur, Bathinda, Chandigarh, Nal, Phalodi, Uttarlai and Bhuj.
Air raid sirens in Chandigarh, residents urged to stay indoors; Mohali, Patiala issue alerts
The Chandigarh administration sounded an air raid siren on Friday, urging residents to stay indoors, as tensions between India and Pakistan escalated. The alert was lifted about an hour later. An air warning has been received from the air force station of a possible attack. Sirens are being sounded. All are advised to remain indoors and stay away from balconies, the administration said in an official statement. *ALERT* An Air warning has been received from Air force station of possible attack. Sirens are being sounded. All are advised to remain indoors and away from balconies. DC Chandigarh Chandigarh Admn (@chandigarh_admn) May 9, 2025 Chandigarh serves as the shared capital of Punjab and Haryana. Authorities in neighbouring districts also took precautionary measures. The Panchkula district administration sounded a similar siren and advised people to remain indoors. Meanwhile, officials in Punjab's Mohali district, which borders Chandigarh, issued an alert for nearby residents. There is an alert in some areas of Chandigarh. We are advising Mohali residents in the bordering sectors to remain indoors and away from windows and glass panes, the Mohali administration said in a message. There is an alert in some areas of UT Chandigarh. We are advising Mohali residents in bordering sectors as well to remain indoors and away from windows and glass panes. Specifically sectors 45-47. Mohali Administration DC Mohali (@dcmohali) May 9, 2025 Further south, the Patiala district administration also urged caution. Please avoid stepping out unless it is absolutely necessary. All educational institutions in the district are closed until further notice. Residents are strongly advised to stay indoors and away from balconies, rooftops, and open areas, its advisory stated, asking the public to contact the control room in case of an emergency. A similar air siren was sounded in Chandigarh on Thursday night as India swiftly thwarted Pakistan's fresh attempts to strike military sites with drones and missiles, including in Jammu, Pathankot and Udhampur, after foiling its attempts to target military installations in 15 cities in the northern and western parts of the country. According to the defence ministry, the Pakistani military on Thursday night attempted to target Awantipura, Srinagar, Jammu, Pathankot, Amritsar, Kapurthala, Jalandhar, Ludhiana, Adampur, Bathinda, Chandigarh, Nal, Phalodi, Uttarlai and Bhuj. The renewed attempts by the Pakistani forces came after the Indian armed forces on Wednesday carried out precise missile strikes on nine terror targets in Pakistan-occupied Kashmir (PoK) and Pakistan under 'Operation Sindoor' in retaliation for the April 22 Pahalgam terror attack. Punjab orders closure of all schools, colleges for next three days amid rising border tensions
India Pakistan War | Pathankot Witnesses Absolute Normalcy Post Attacks | Pahalgam Attack | News18
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Special Train Arranged To Evacuate PBKS & DC Teams, Other Key Personnel From Dharamshala
Himachal Pradesh Cricket Association: A special train has been arranged to evacuate both Punjab Kings (PBKS) and Delhi Capitals (DC) players and support staff members, match officials, commentators, broadcast crew members and other key personnel associated with IPL 2025, and get them to a safe place. The development comes after Thursdays IPL 2025 match between PBKS and DC was called off after just 10.1 overs of play at the HPCA Stadium in Dharamshala, due to the ongoing military tension between India and Pakistan. Air and drone strikes from Pakistan resulted in blackouts in Jammu, Pathankot and Udhampur, all of which are in close proximity to Dharamshala. A special train has been arranged to evacuate both teams, broadcast crew members, match officials, commentators and other key IPL-related personnel from Dharamshala. Further details can't be shared as per security reasons and this being a high-stakes matter. The aim is get all of them to a safe place, said sources to IANS on Friday. At around 9:30pm on Thursday evening, one of the four floodlights went off and soon the ground became partially dark. Thats when the players and umpires made their way back to the dressing room, even as the remaining floodlights began to be switched off. Soon, the spectators were asked to vacate the stadium in a calm manner, a process undertaken smoothly by the local authorities and Himachal Pradesh Cricket Association (HPCA). Visuals also showed IPL Chairman Arun Dhumal walking along the boundary, and urging fans to leave the stadium. Players from both sides, as well as other personnel working around the game, also headed back to their respective hotels safely. At around 9:30pm on Thursday evening, one of the four floodlights went off and soon the ground became partially dark. Thats when the players and umpires made their way back to the dressing room, even as the remaining floodlights began to be switched off. Also Read: LIVE Cricket Score Article Source: IANS
Drones, blackouts, and sirens: People spend anxious night in border Punjab districts
Residents across border districts in Punjab including Amritsar, Pathankot, and Ferozepur, spent a tense night on Thursday as authorities enforced a complete blackout in response to escalating tensions between India and Pakistan. Blackouts were also imposed in Jalandhar, Gurdaspur, Hoshiarpur, and other regions, with power supply cut off in Chandigarh, the shared capital of Punjab and Haryana for about two hours until midnight. The precautionary measures followed a fresh wave of attempted attacks by Pakistan on Thursday night. According to the Ministry of Defence, Pakistan launched a coordinated offensive using drones and missiles to target military sites in multiple Indian cities, including Jammu, Pathankot, and Udhampur. The Indian armed forces swiftly intercepted the threats, successfully thwarting the strikes. The targeted locations included 15 cities across northern and western India, among them Srinagar, Amritsar, Kapurthala, Jalandhar, Ludhiana, Adampur, Bathinda, Chandigarh, Nal, Phalodi, Uttarlai, and Bhuj. These attempted strikes came just a day after the Indian military launched Operation Sindoor , a series of precision missile attacks on nine terror targets in Pakistan and Pakistan-occupied Kashmir (PoK). This operation was in retaliation for the April 22 terror attack in Pahalgam. In Pathankot, some residents reported hearing explosion-like sounds on Thursday night, although no official confirmation was issued. Air raid sirens were activated around 8:30 p.m., and a complete blackout was enforced. By Friday morning, however, the situation remained calm. Similar scenes played out in other border districts like Amritsar and Ferozepur, where residents expressed initial anxiety but praised the armed forces for their quick and effective response. In Chandigarh, despite the blackout and tense atmosphere, daily life began returning to normal on Friday. Baldev Chand, an elderly local resident, resumed his morning walk, saying, There were some anxious moments last night, but the way our forces handled the situation makes us feel secure. Authorities across Punjab urged residents to stay indoors, switch off lights, and follow blackout protocols. Pathankot Deputy Commissioner Aditya Uppal emphasized the importance of remaining calm and vigilant. In addition to the blackout in major cities, power cuts were enforced in Rupnagar, Fazilka, Kapurthala, Ludhiana, Sangrur, Bathinda, Patiala, and Panchkula in Haryana as precautionary steps to ensure public safety. In light of the heightened security situation, the Punjab government has ordered the closure of all schools and educational institutions for the next three days. Chandigarh authorities have also shut all schools until Saturday. (With input from PTI) Tensions soar in Jammu & Kashmir after Pak's failed drone attack, heavy shelling: Woman killed
Evacuate now! IPL Chairman rushes onto field during PBKS vs DC match
Amid escalating India-Pakistan tensions, IPL chairman Arun Dhumal directed spectators to evacuate the Dharamsala stadium, leading to the abandonment of the Punjab Kings versus Delhi Capitals match. A floodlight failure halted the game after 10.1 overs, despite a dominant 122-run opening partnership by Punjab. Players and staff will now travel to Delhi via a special train from Pathankot. A video now viral on social media captures Arun Dhumal walking onto the field and urging the crowd to exit the stadium immediately.
Defence Minister Rajnath Singh Meets CDS, 3 Service Chiefs Hours After Escalation By Pak
Pakistan last night targeted military stations at Jammu, Pathankot, and Udhampur, with the Indian Army retaliating swiftly.
Defence Minister Meets CDS, 3 Service Chiefs Hours After Escalation By Pak
Pakistan last night targeted military stations at Jammu, Pathankot, and Udhampur, with the Indian Army retaliating swiftly.
India-Pakistan Conflict: What We Know From Overnight Developments So Far
Indias Ministry of Defence said it intercepted multiple drone and missile threats from Pakistan aimed at military bases in Jammu, Udhampur and Pathankot.
Tensions soar in Jammu & Kashmir after Pak's failed drone attack, heavy shelling: Woman killed
Tensions escalated across Jammu and Kashmir in the early hours of Friday following a series of blasts and sirens triggered by Pakistans failed attempt to target Indian military installations with drones and missiles. The explosions, heard between 3:50 am and 4:45 am, caused a blackout in parts of Jammu city as loitering munitions were spotted in the skies. Security forces swiftly responded and neutralized the threat. According to defence officials, Pakistan attempted a coordinated drone and missile strike on military installations in Jammu, Pathankot, Udhampur, and other areas late Thursday night. Indian forces successfully intercepted the aerial threats, with videos showing explosions as the incoming devices were neutralized mid-air. In retaliation and possibly as cover for the failed aerial attack, Pakistani troops initiated intense shelling and firing along the Line of Control (LoC), affecting multiple sectors in both Jammu and Kashmir divisions. Civilian areas in Baramulla (Uri), Kupwara (Karnah, Tangdhar), Bandipora (Gurez), Rajouri, and R S Pura came under mortar and artillery fire. A woman identified as Nargis Begum was killed when a Pakistani shell hit a vehicle near Mohura in Uri. Another woman, Hafeeza, sustained injuries and is currently hospitalized. The flare-up follows Indias launch of Operation Sindoor, a precision military operation targeting terrorist infrastructure across the border. Pakistan's retaliatory aggression has only intensified regional instability. Since the operation, in Poonch, heavy shelling claimed the lives of at least 14 peopleincluding 13 civilians and an army jawanwhile over 50 others were injured. The continued shelling has forced hundreds to flee from border villages to safer areas. In response to the unfolding situation, the Jammu and Kashmir government has ordered the closure of all schools, colleges, and universities for the next two days. Jammu and Kashmir Chief Minister Omar Abdullah left for Jammu early Friday to take stock of the situation following last night's failed drone attack by Pakistan. In a statement on X, he assured residents of all necessary measures being taken for their safety and mentioned that the school closure decision will be reviewed on Monday. Driving to Jammu now to take stock of the situation after last nights failed Pakistani drone attack directed at Jammu city & other parts of the division. pic.twitter.com/8f8PLA6Vgg Omar Abdullah (@OmarAbdullah) May 9, 2025 Sirens and explosions were reported across several districts including Akhnoor, Samba, Baramulla, and Kupwara throughout Thursday night. The Ministry of Defence reaffirmed Indias commitment to national security, stating, India remains fully prepared to defend its sovereignty and ensure the safety of its people.
Pak turbulence in Indian airspace, flights most hit
Amid heightened security concerns, Indias booming aviation sector has been hit. Closure of 30 airports across several states has left hundreds of flights cancelled and thousands of travellers stranded or scrambling for alternatives. S Lalitha takes a look at the situation: What triggered disruption? It stems from the closure of operations at several civilian airports many of which double as military airfields after India conducted precision strikes in Pakistan and PoK on May 7 and 8. India suspended operations at critical airports in the North, Northwest, and Central regions of the country. Affected airports The closure impacts airports in J&K, Himachal Pradesh, Rajasthan, Gujarat, Punjab, and Delhi-NCR. Notable ones include: J&K & Ladakh: Leh, Thoise, Srinagar, Jammu Punjab: Amritsar, Pathankot, Ludhiana, Patiala, Bathinda, Halwara HP: Dharamshala, Shimla, Bhuntar, Gaggal Rajasthan: Jodhpur, Jaisalmer, Kishangarh, Bikaner Gujarat: Bhuj, Jamnagar, Rajkot, Porbandar, Mundra, Kandla, Keshod Others: Hindon (Delhi NCR), Gwalior (MP) and Chandigarh Airlines response Major airlines have rolled out cancellations and passengers holding valid tickets have been offered full refunds: IndiGo: Suspended 165 daily flights, including those from Amritsar, Bikaner, Chandigarh, Gwalior, Jammu, Jodhpur, Leh, and Srinagar Air India: Cancelled flights to and from Jammu, Srinagar, Leh, Jodhpur, Amritsar, Bhuj, Jamnagar, Chandigarh, and Rajkot SpiceJet: Stopped operations in Leh, Srinagar, Jammu, Dharamshala, Kandla, and Amritsar Akasa Air: Cancelled flights from Srinagar Impact on flyers Travellers are experiencing severe stress due to cancellations, particularly those with connecting flights. Social media platforms of airlines have been flooded with distress calls. Whats next? Airlines and airport authorities are monitoring developments, but flyers should be prepared for ongoing disruptions beyond May 10.
Friday's IPL game on as of now, we are reviewing the situation: Dhumal
Match between Punjab Kings and Delhi Capitals in Dharamsala was called off midway following air raid alerts in nearby cities of Jammu and Pathankot
India Foils Pakistans Attempt To Attack Jammu, Pathankot, Udhampur
India on Thursday night swiftly thwarted Pakistans fresh attempts to strike military sites with drones and missiles including in Jammu and Pathankot after foiling similar bids at 15 places in northern and western regions of the country, as tensions soared between the two countries amid fears of a wider conflict. The renewed attempts and intense [] The post India Foils Pakistans Attempt To Attack Jammu, Pathankot, Udhampur appeared first on Nagpur Today : Nagpur News .
CM Omar Abdullah rushes to Jammu after Pakistans failed drone attacks
JAMMU: Jammu and Kashmir Chief Minister Omar Abdullah left for Jammu early Friday to take stock of the situation following last nights failed drone attack by Pakistan. India on Thursday night neutralised Pakistan militarys attempt to hit military stations in Jammu, Pathankot, Udhampur and some other locations with missiles and drones as tensions soared between []
Indian army neutralises over 50 drones launched by Pakistan in large-scale counter-drone operation
Indian Army Air Defence units successfully neutralized over 50 drones launched by Pakistan on Thursday night, thwarting attempts to attack locations along the Line of Control and International Borders. The counter-drone operation, which took place in areas including Udhampur, Samba, and Pathankot, involved L-70 guns, Zu-23mm, and Schilka systems. This demonstrated the Army's strong ability to defend against aerial threats.
'Darein toh Pakistan waale darein': Crowd's roar after IPL match abandoned
The IPL match between Punjab Kings and Delhi Capitals was abandoned midway due to air raid alerts in Jammu and Pathankot. Punjab Kings were at 122 for 1 when the stadium was evacuated. Anti-Pakistan slogans were heard amidst the panic. Players and staff will be transported to Delhi via a special train.
India begins operations in Arabian Sea following Pakistans missile, drone strikes: Report
India has initiated targeted operations in the Arabian Sea against multiple Pakistani targets, following a series of missile and drone attacks launched by Pakistan,as reported by NDTV , quoting sources. The escalation began when Pakistan attempted missile strikes on Jammu and Kashmir, as well as drone strikes in Rajasthan's Jaisalmer on Thursday. Meanwhile, loud explosions were heard in Jammu on Thursday and the wee hours of Friday , where Pakistan launched missiles targeting several locations, including RS Pura, Arnia, Samba, and Hiranagar. Indias air defence systems intercepted all of these missiles, ensuring no casualties. Pakistan also attempted shelling in Pathankot and drone strikes in Jaisalmer, but India successfully neutralized the threats before they could cause harm. India repels attack on military bases in Jammu, Pathankot and Udhampur; one killed in shelling In addition to the military retaliation, blackouts were enforced in several cities, including Chandigarh, Mohali, and Srinagar, as a precautionary measure against further attacks. This escalation follows Indias Operation Sindoor, launched on Wednesday, in response to Pakistan's support for terrorism, particularly after the deadly Pahalgam terror attack last month that claimed 26 lives. India struck nine terrorist locations in Pakistan, including the headquarters of Lashkar-e-Taiba and Jaish-e-Mohammed in Muridke and Bahawalpur. Pakistan's retaliatory missile and drone strikes were neutralized by Indias air defence system, with India also successfully taking out a key air defence system in Lahore, Pakistan, earlier on Thursday. Foreign Secretary Vikram Misri reaffirmed that Indias response was both precise and measured, targeting non-civilian sites and ensuring minimal collateral damage. Misri criticized Pakistan for escalating the situation, pointing out that the initial provocation came from Pakistan with the Pahalgam attack, and Indias actions were a direct response to Pakistans ongoing aggression.
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US vice president JD Vance says India-Pakistan conflict 'fundamentally none of our business'
NEW YORK: Amid escalating tensions between India and Pakistan, the US has said it is not going to get involved in a war that's fundamentally none of our business. While the US cannot control India and Pakistan, it can encourage the two nuclear-armed neighbours to de-escalate, Vice President J D Vance said in a TV interview on Thursday. Look, we're concerned about any time nuclear powers collide and have a major conflict, Vance said when asked how concerned the Trump administration is about a potential nuclear war between India and Pakistan. Vance quoted US President Donald Trump and Secretary of State Marco Rubio who have said that Washington wants the tensions to de-escalate as quickly as possible. We can't control these countries though. Fundamentally, India has its gripes with Pakistan. Pakistan has responded to India. What we can do is try to encourage these folks to de-escalate a little bit. But we're not going to get involved in the middle of war that's fundamentally none of our business and has nothing to do with America's ability to control it, the vice president said. India repels attack on military bases in Jammu, Pathankot and Udhampur; one killed in shelling America can't tell the Indians to lay down their arms. We can't tell the Pakistanis to lay down their arms. And so we're going to continue to pursue this thing through diplomatic channels. Our hope and our expectation is that this is not going to spiral into a broader regional war or, God forbid, a nuclear conflict, but sure, we're worried about these things. But I think the job of diplomacy, but also the job of cooler heads in India and Pakistan is to make sure this doesn't become a nuclear war. If it happened of course it would be disastrous. Right now we don't think that's going to happen, he said. Vance, Second Lady Usha Vance and their three children were on their first official visit to India when terrorists killed 26 people, mostly tourists, in Pahalgam in Jammu and Kashmir on April 22. Two weeks after the attack, India launched Operation Sindoor on Wednesday, targeting terror infrastructure in Pakistan and Pakistan-occupied Kashmir. On Thursday night, India neutralised Pakistan military's attempt to hit military stations in Jammu, Pathankot, Udhampur and some other locations with missiles and drones as tensions soared between the two countries amid fears of a wider military conflict. After the Indian military foiled the Pakistani attempts, the defence ministry said India remains fully prepared to defend its sovereignty and ensure the safety of its people. Earlier on Thursday, Secretary of State Rubio spoke separately with India's External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar and Pakistani Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif, emphasising the need for immediate de-escalation. In his call with Jaishankar, Rubio expressed US support for direct dialogue between India and Pakistan and encouraged continued efforts to improve communications. He reiterated his condolences for the horrific terrorist attack in Pahalgam and reaffirmed the US' commitment to work with India in the fight against terrorism. In his conversation with Sharif, Rubio reiterated his calls for Pakistan to take concrete steps to end any support for terrorist groups.
India repels attack on military bases in Jammu, Pathankot and Udhampur; one killed in shelling
Pakistan, in a dangerous escalation of tensions with India, used missiles and drones to attack military bases in Jammu, Pathankot and Udhampur late on Thursday evening. All the bases are in proximity to the International Boundary (IB) in Jammu and Kashmir. The threats were swiftly neutralized by the Indian armed forces using kinetic and non-kinetic capabilities in line with the established standard operating procedures (SoPs). No casualties or material losses were reported. India remains fully prepared to defend its sovereignty and ensure the safety of its people, stated an official release from the Headquarters Integrated Defence Staff (HQ IDS) and Ministry of Defence (MoD). Kinetic warfare involves the use of physical force, weapons etc to neutralize the enemy, including their infrastructure. Non-kinetic warfare involves cyber, electronic, information warfare besides use of economic sanctions and diplomatic sanctions etc to weaken the enemys morale, capabilities and decision-making capacity. Following Pakistans escalation, many cities in J&K, Punjab, Rajasthan and Gujarat, including Srinagar, Jammu, Poonch-Rajouri, Kupwara, Jaisalmer, Chandigarh, Mohali, Gurdaspur and Tarn Taran, were placed under a blackout . People in some places reported hearing loud explosions throughout the evening. We are under a blackout since 8pm. We heard some loud explosions in the city and the night sky lit up with explosions but no casualty has been reported so far. The government has asked people to stay indoors and schools have been shut down Wednesday, said a person in Jammu, who didnt wish to be named. Twenty five airports in North and western India were also temporarily shut. In the Kashmir Valley, heavy cross border shelling following the use of drones was reported in forward areas. A woman was killed and another injured in the shelling by Pakistani troops along the LoC in north Kashmir's Uri sector. The deceased woman was identified as Nargis Begum. Another woman, Hafeeza, sustained injuries and has been hospitalised, officials confirmed. Pakistan is using drones to observe the areas, after which they resort to heavy shelling. They have been violating the ceasefire with heavy shelling at the LoC, which has claimed some civilian lives and their properties. The focus right now is to safeguard and defend Srinagar, which is under the enemy radar, said a source on condition of anonymity. In Chandigarh, a blackout was imposed around 8pm on Thursday. Sirens were sounded and the blackout was imposed around 8pm. We are sitting in the dark and we dont know how long the blackout will last. Many of us are conserving mobile phone charge for any emergency, said a retired professional from Chandigarh. Amit Shah speaks to chiefs of border guarding forces amid heightened tension with Pakistan Also in Pathankot, shops were asked to shut down and people told to go home. Movement of army troops in border and sensitive areas is being reported in north and western India, even as villagers close to the LoC are being evacuated following the unprovoked shelling by Pakistan from across the LoC. Earlier, on Thursday evening, Foreign Secretary Vikram Misri in a joint press conference blasted Pakistan for escalating tensions with India and called the Pahalgam terrorist attack on April 22, in which 25 Indian tourists and one Nepalese were gunned down by heavily armed terrorists, the first escalation and that India is responding in restrained manner. The Resistance Front (TRF) the frontal outfit of the proscribed terrorist organization Lashkar-e-Taiba (LeT) had claimed responsibility for it. It later retracted the claim, but by then Pakistan had already exposed itself before the world community as the factory of jehadi terrorism. Misri said that any further action by Pakistan is nothing but escalation and will be responded to and is being responded to appropriately. He reiterated that no Pakistani civilians were harmed under 'Operation Sindoor' and denied all claims by Pakistan related to civilian casualties. In response to the Pahalgam terrorist attack, India had launched a midnight assault on nine terror camps inside Pakistan and Pakistan-occupied Kashmir (PoK) a little after midnight on May 7, in which 100 terrorists were neutralized, said the government. The high-precision offensive was carried out with stealth and accuracy by the three services of the armed forces -- Army, Air Force and Navy. (With inputs from Fayaz Wani in Srinagar) Operation Sindoor: Centre issues alert on fake narratives spread by Pakistan on social media
India-Pakistan Conflict: BSF Foils Major Infiltration Bid In J&K's Samba District
The infiltration bid came on a day when India neutralised Pakistan military's attempt to hit military stations in Jammu, Pathankot, Udhampur and some other locations with missiles and drones.
India shoots down Pakistani air force jet in Pathankot
Official confirmation from the government is still awaited, and more details are expected soon.
Pakistani Air Force jet shot down in Pathankot by Indian Air Defence: Sources
Tensions escalate as India reports shooting down a Pakistani jet in Pathankot. Earlier, two Pakistani drones were downed in Naushera. Pakistan allegedly targeted Jammu, Pathankot, and Udhampur military stations. Amit Shah reviewed border security after Pakistan's drone and missile attacks. India launched Operation Sindoor striking terror camps in Pakistan and PoJK following the Pahalgam attack.
Forces intercept Pakistans Drones aimed at military stations at Jammu, Pathankot, Udhampur
Air Defence units intercept at least 8 Pak missiles Indiaretaliated with equal aerial intensity Sounds of Blast Trigger Panic inJammu Jammu plunges into darkness, no casualty Drones targeted airport, army, paramilitary installations Flares seen lighting up night sky Jammu Tawi: Amid the ongoing military standoff betweenIndiaandPakistanin the wake of Operation Sindoor, the Defence Ministry said [] The post Forces intercept Pakistans Drones aimed at military stations at Jammu, Pathankot, Udhampur appeared first on Northlines .
Operation Sindoor: 24 Airports Shut, Blackouts In Several Cities After Pak Strikes
Operation Sindoor Live Updates: India thwarted Pakistan's attempts at targeting 15 places in the country amid rising tension between the two countries, a fallout of the terror attack in Jammu and Kashmir's Pathankot on April 22 that killed 26 people.
This clarification comes amid fake reports of suicide attacks by terrorists. Pakistan fired eight missiles directed at Satwari, Samba, RS Pura and Arnia sectors in Jammu, and all were intercepted and blocked, defence sources said.
It appears to be full-fledged war by Pakistan: Former DGP Vaid
Jammu, May 8: Former Jammu and Kashmir DGP S.P Vaid has said that there were around 50-60 air attacks over Jammu, Udhampur, Rajouri, Pathankot, Samba, and Akhnoor by Pakistan on Thursday evening and these were neutralised by Indias impregnable air defence system. He said there is no report of any damage despite such a massive [] The post It appears to be full-fledged war by Pakistan: Former DGP Vaid appeared first on Northlines .
India foils Pakistan's attack on Jammu, Pathakot, Udhampur
India on Thursday night swiftly foiled Pakistan's attempts to hit various key Indian installations including military stations at Jammu, Pathankot and Udhampur with drones and missiles, the defence ministry said.
The IPL match between Punjab Kings and Delhi Capitals got cancelled. It happened due to security concerns and floodlight failure. Players and staff will travel to Delhi by train from Pathankot. Airports are closed as a precaution. The IPL chairman said the situation is evolving. Government directives are awaited before deciding on the league's future.
Pakistani Missiles, Drones Neutralised in Jammu, Udhampur, Says Defence Ministry
JAMMU: Military installations in Jammu, Pathankot and Udhampur came under attack late Thursday evening as Pakistani-origin drones and missiles targeted key defence zones along the International Border in Jammu and Kashmir, the Ministry of Defence has said. In a statement issued via social media, the ministry confirmed, Military stations at Jammu, Pathankot and Udhampur were [] The post Pakistani Missiles, Drones Neutralised in Jammu, Udhampur, Says Defence Ministry appeared first on Kashmir Life .
News report of suicide attacks by terrorists at Pathankot or Rajouri false: Army
News reports with respect to suicide attacks by terrorists at Pathankot in Punjab or Rajouri in Jammu and Kashmir are completely false, army officials said on Thursday. This clarification comes amid fake reports of suicide attacks by terrorists. Escalating its tensions with India, Pakistan targeted Jammu with loitering munitions, and Indian Air Defence guns are []
As tensions flare, US Secretary of State calls India and Pakistan, urging immediate de-escalation
As tensions rise between India and Pakistan, US Secretary of State Marco Rubio on Thursday called for immediate de-escalation during a phone conversation with Indian External Affairs Minister S. Jaishankar. Rubio also spoke with Pakistani Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif, emphasising the need for de-escalation and reiterated his calls for Pakistan to take concrete steps to end any support for terrorist groups. The Secretary emphasised the need for immediate de-escalation. He expressed US support for direct dialogue between India and Pakistan and encouraged continued efforts to improve communications, the US State Department said in a statement. Rubios appeal came as India on Thursday night foiled Pakistans attempt to target several key installations, including military stations in Jammu, Pathankot and Udhampur, using drones and missiles. The top US diplomay also offered condolences for the April 22 Pahalgam terror attack, in which 26 civilians were killed. The Secretary reiterated his condolences for the horrific terrorist attack in Pahalgam and reaffirmed the United States commitment to work with India in the fight against terrorism. Responding to the outreach, Jaishankar conveyed Indias firm but restrained approach. Deeply appreciate US commitment to work with India in the fight against terrorism. Underlined Indias targeted and measured response to cross-border terrorism. Will firmly counter any attempts at escalation, Jaishankar wrote on X. In his call with Sharif, Rubio again emphasised the need for immediate de-escalation. He expressed US support for direct dialogue between India and Pakistan and encouraged continued efforts to improve communications. The Secretary expressed sorrow for the reported loss of civilian lives in the current conflict. He reiterated his calls for Pakistan to take concrete steps to end any support for terrorist groups, the statement said. The diplomatic exchange comes amid a sharp military build-up in the region, following Indias 'Operation Sindoor'a series of precision strikes on terror infrastructure inside Pakistan. In retaliation, Pakistan attempted drone and missile attacks, which were intercepted by Indian air defences. With both countries on high alert, Washington has urged direct communication to avoid further escalation. Pahalgam was the first, real escalation, says MEA
India remains fully prepared to defend its sovereignty and ensure the safety of its people, it said.
Pakistan Attacks J&K, Punjab, Rajasthan: Locations, Response, And More|Explained
Pakistans missiles were intercepted by Indias air defence system late Thursday. Loud explosions, shelling were reported from Jammu, Udhampur, Baramulla, Pathankot, Jaisalmer
'Any escalation will get...': EAM S Jaishankar as Pakistan attacks Jammu, Pathankot and other cities
The attempted strike, involving drones and missiles, triggered blackouts and sirens across several areas in Jammu & Kashmir, Punjab, and Rajasthan.
Pakistan targeted Indian military stations, parts of J&K; threat neutralised
Indian Armed Forces confirmed that military stations of Jammu, Pathankot and Udhampur in proximity to the International Boundary, in Jammu and Kashmir were targeted by Pakistan using missiles and drones. However, there was no losses and the threats were successfully neutralised.
Blackout In Chandigarh Till Further Orders After Desperate Pakistan Attacks India
A blackout was also enforced in several districts of Punjab including Pathankot, Amritsar, Jalandhar, Hoshiarpur, and Mohali
CHANDIGARH: A blackout was enforced in several districts including Pathankot, Amritsar, Jalandhar, Hoshiarpur, Mohali in Punjab and Union Territory of Chandigarh, on Thursday evening, officials said. The move comes amid escalating tension between India and Pakistan. In Pathankot district, some locals claimed they heard an explosion-like sound. However, there was no official confirmation in this regard. Air raid warning sirens have been activated in Pathankot where the blackout was enforced around 8.30 pm. Authorities have appealed to people to keep their lights switched off and stay at home. However, the district authorities said there was no need to panic. The deputy commissioners of six border districts Amritsar, Taran Taran, Gurdaspur, Ferozepur, Fazilka, and Pathankot had earlier ordered a complete ban on the use of fireworks in their respective jurisdictions. Tensions escalated after Indian armed forces early Wednesday carried out missile strikes on nine terror targets in Pakistan and Pakistan-occupied Kashmir (PoK), including the Jaish-e-Mohammad stronghold of Bahawalpur and Lashkar-e-Taiba's base in Muridke, in retaliation for the terror attack in Pahalgam . #WATCH | A complete blackout has been enforced in Amritsar in Punjab (Visuals deferred by an unspecified time) pic.twitter.com/go2rsovpTr ANI (@ANI) May 8, 2025 India thwarts Pakistani attack on Jammu and surrounding areas, no casualties reported Rajasthan on red alert The administrations of Rajasthan's border districts have sounded a red alert with a blackout in several cities, in view of the rising tensions along the Line of Control. In Sriganganagar, police have asked the citizens to remain inside their homes and switch off lights. There is a red alert. Everybody stay in their homes and turn off all lights, Sriganganagar Police said on microblogging site X. In a statement, District Collector Dr Manju too appealed people to switch off lights run with inverters and generators. In Barmer, siren sounded for the fifth time in the day -- at the railway station, main market and district collectorate. Sirens sounded in Jaisalmer city as well. People switched off lights as the city echoed with explosion sounds, which were possibly drone attacks by Pakistan in Jaisalmer-Pokhran, according to sources. Bikaner witnessed a complete blackout, which is set to continue until further orders. District Magistrate Namrata Vrishni issued orders for blackout in Bikaner tehsil as well. In Jodhpur too, the blackout is implemented with immediate effect on the instructions of the district collector. All citizens are requested to immediately switch off all types of light sources and ensure complete compliance with the instructions, Jodhpur District Magistrate Gaurav Agarwal said. Amid recent developments, the Phalodi administration has announced several measures to meet any emergency amid the possibilities of a cross-border strike at a local airbase. All hospitals have been directed to ensure uninterrupted power, and ensure ample provisions of water, and fuel. Shops and hotels have been ordered to shut by 10 pm. District Collector Harji Lal Atal has urged the general public to support the government orders. Leaves of all government employees have been cancelled, and they have been called back to duty. According to Atal, orders have been made to reserve around 450 beds across 26 hospitals in the district. Also, provisions have been made to secure sufficient blood stock in the district hospital's blood bank, keep the ICUs ready, ensure ambulance and oxygen cylinder readiness, and cancel all staff leave with instructions to remain stationed at the district headquarters. Hospitals have also been instructed to keep generators ready for power backup, he said. Emergency shelters have been set up in around 25 buildings in Phalodi and Bap, and several buildings on the IGNP premises.
CHANDIGARH: A blackout was enforced in several districts including Pathankot, Amritsar, Jalandhar, Hoshiarpur, Mohali in Punjab and Union Territory of Chandigarh, on Thursday evening, officials said. The move comes amid escalating tension between India and Pakistan. In Pathankot district, some locals claimed they heard an explosion-like sound. However, there was no official confirmation in this regard. Air raid warning sirens have been activated in Pathankot where the blackout was enforced around 8.30 pm. Authorities have appealed to people to keep their lights switched off and stay at home. However, the district authorities said there was no need to panic. The deputy commissioners of six border districts Amritsar, Taran Taran, Gurdaspur, Ferozepur, Fazilka, and Pathankot had earlier ordered a complete ban on the use of fireworks in their respective jurisdictions. Tensions escalated after Indian armed forces early Wednesday carried out missile strikes on nine terror targets in Pakistan and Pakistan-occupied Kashmir (PoK), including the Jaish-e-Mohammad stronghold of Bahawalpur and Lashkar-e-Taiba's base in Muridke, in retaliation for the terror attack in Pahalgam . #WATCH | A complete blackout has been enforced in Amritsar in Punjab (Visuals deferred by an unspecified time) pic.twitter.com/go2rsovpTr ANI (@ANI) May 8, 2025 India hits Lahore after thwarted attack on Jammu Rajasthan on red alert The administrations of Rajasthan's border districts have sounded a red alert with a blackout in several cities, in view of the rising tensions along the Line of Control. In Sriganganagar, police have asked the citizens to remain inside their homes and switch off lights. There is a red alert. Everybody stay in their homes and turn off all lights, Sriganganagar Police said on microblogging site X. In a statement, District Collector Dr Manju too appealed people to switch off lights run with inverters and generators. In Barmer, siren sounded for the fifth time in the day -- at the railway station, main market and district collectorate. Sirens sounded in Jaisalmer city as well. People switched off lights as the city echoed with explosion sounds, which were possibly drone attacks by Pakistan in Jaisalmer-Pokhran, according to sources. Bikaner witnessed a complete blackout, which is set to continue until further orders. District Magistrate Namrata Vrishni issued orders for blackout in Bikaner tehsil as well. In Jodhpur too, the blackout is implemented with immediate effect on the instructions of the district collector. All citizens are requested to immediately switch off all types of light sources and ensure complete compliance with the instructions, Jodhpur District Magistrate Gaurav Agarwal said. Amid recent developments, the Phalodi administration has announced several measures to meet any emergency amid the possibilities of a cross-border strike at a local airbase. All hospitals have been directed to ensure uninterrupted power, and ensure ample provisions of water, and fuel. Shops and hotels have been ordered to shut by 10 pm. District Collector Harji Lal Atal has urged the general public to support the government orders. Leaves of all government employees have been cancelled, and they have been called back to duty. According to Atal, orders have been made to reserve around 450 beds across 26 hospitals in the district. Also, provisions have been made to secure sufficient blood stock in the district hospital's blood bank, keep the ICUs ready, ensure ambulance and oxygen cylinder readiness, and cancel all staff leave with instructions to remain stationed at the district headquarters. Hospitals have also been instructed to keep generators ready for power backup, he said. Emergency shelters have been set up in around 25 buildings in Phalodi and Bap, and several buildings on the IGNP premises.
India Retaliates To Pakistan's Unprovoked Attack, Hits Sialkot, Lahore
This came after multiple attempts by Pakistan to attack Indian cities including Jammu, Jaisalmer, Pathankot among others
Punjab: Blackout in Pathankot, Amritsar, Chandigarh
Due to rising tensions between India and Pakistan, a blackout was enforced in several districts including Pathankot, Amritsar and Chandigarh. Locals in Pathankot reported hearing an explosion. Air raid sirens were activated, and residents were asked to stay indoors with lights off. This follows Indian missile strikes on terror targets in Pakistan and PoK after the Pahalgam terror attack.
Blackout in Pathankot, Amritsar, Chandigarh; district authorities say no need to panic
Chandigarh: A blackout was enforced in several districts, including Pathankot, Amritsar, Jalandhar, Hoshiarpur, Mohali in Punjab and the Union Territory Chandigarh Thursday evening, officials said. The move comes amid escalating tension between India and Pakistan. In Pathankot district, some locals claimed they heard an explosion-like sound. However, there was no official confirmation in this regard. []
IPL 2025: Match Between Punjab Kings And Delhi Capitals Called Off In Dharamshala
The Indian Premier League: The Indian Premier League (IPL) 2025 match between Punjab Kings and Delhi Capitals has been called off at the HPCA Stadium on Thursday as a precautionary measure, said IPL Chairman Arun Dhumal to IANS. At the time of the game being called off, which was signalled from stadium floodlights being turned off, PBKS were 122/1 in 10.1 overs. Yes, the match has been called off as a precautionary step, because there are some incidents which happened in Jammu, I believe. That's what we got to know, so we thought its wise to call off the game, said Dhumal to IANS from Dharamshala. This agency understands that fans and both teams have started to be evacuated from the HPCA stadium by the tournament and local authorities due to security reasons. The development happened after Jammu had a complete blackout, with reports of civilians witnessing missile streaks in the sky and drone attacks happening from Pakistan. A full blackout has been observed in Baramulla and Pathankot, while Chandigarh has also been signalled for a complete blackout. In the match that started after an hours delay, Prabhsimran Singh (50 not out) and Priyansh Arya (70) shared a rollicking 122-run opening stand. Electing to bat first, Arya was off the mark from the word go by striking Mitchell Starc for consecutive boundaries. From the other end, Prabhsimran Singh took on Starc by hitting him for three boundaries, before Arya hit Chameera for a four and two sixes. Despite Axar Patels introduction in the fifth over, there was no respite for DC as PBKS ended the power-play at 69/0. After that, Arya continued his attacking style of play by lofting Axar for six, before reaching his fifty off 25 balls. Despite Madhav Tiwaris introduction, there was no stopping PBKS as they reached their hundred in 8.5 overs. Arya then advanced in his attacking instincts by lofting Kuldeep for consecutive sixes, before Prabhsimran hit him for four and then reached his fourth consecutive fifty off 28 balls, as PBKS reached 122/0 at the halfway mark. DC finally broke the 122-run partnership when Arya looked to hoick off T. Natarajan, but the top edge was caught by the short third-man. Immediately after that, the players left the field before the next ball was bowled due to a floodlight failure at the stadium, before the game was eventually called off. Brief scores: DC finally broke the 122-run partnership when Arya looked to hoick off T. Natarajan, but the top edge was caught by the short third-man. Immediately after that, the players left the field before the next ball was bowled due to a floodlight failure at the stadium, before the game was eventually called off. Also Read: LIVE Cricket Score Article Source: IANS
Indias air defence units fired back on Thursday after Pakistan launched loitering munitions towards multiple locations in Jammu and Kashmir, including Jammu airport. Sirens rang out across the region as blackouts were enforced in Jammu, Samba, and Amritsar. Former top police official Shesh Paul Vaid confirmed explosions and power outages in Jammu. In a separate incident, Pakistan shelled Punjabs Pathankot airbase, prompting a military response. The attacks took place as India continues Operation Sindoor against cross-border terrorism.
DRONE attacks foiled in Jammu, Udhampur, RS Pura, Pathankot, Indian Defence system builds wall
DRONE attacks foiled in Jammu, Udhampur, RS Pura, Pathankot, Indian Defence system builds a wall.
After Jammu, Heavy Shelling Reported At Punjab's Pathankot Airbase
After the Pakistani military targeted Jammu airport, India initiated counter-measures followed by a total blackout in Jammu city and adjoining areas
India hits Lahore after Jammu comes under attack
India has hit Lahore a little while after a thwarted, targeted attack on Jammu airport. The attacks were carried out using drones, reports said. The Jammu airport also houses an Indian Air Force station. Jammu reportedly under drone and missile attack from Pakistan. Several explosions heard, blackout in entire Jammu City. @NewIndianXpress @TheMornStandard Fayaz Wani (@iamfayazwani) May 8, 2025 The Press Trust of India reported that sounds resembling blasts triggered panic in Jammu. Security forces are said to have detected and neutralised Pakistani drones near the airport that is heavily guarded, officials said. As soon as the two explosions went off, electricity was cut and the city plunged into darkness. Officials in Jammu said countermeasures have been employed and the Pakistani drones were downed by the Indian anti-drone system. One eyewitness reported seeing a drone dropping outside the Jammu airport. Deeply disturbing reports are emerging from Jammu, where air strikes have reportedly hit certain areas. My heart goes out to the people of Jammu especially those living along the borders who are once again caught in the terrifying uncertainty of conflict. In this critical Mehbooba Mufti (@MehboobaMufti) May 8, 2025 Pakistan troops have also resorted to increased shelling along the Line of Control in Kupwara and Baramulla districts of Jammu and Kashmir, it was reported. The Tangdhar sector of Kupwara district and Boniyar sector of Baramulla came under Pakistan fire. Jammu is under attack. Ive said it before, and Im saying it again today. This time under fire. Pakistan will be divided into four parts. Jai Hind. pic.twitter.com/v6PS93erDA Shesh Paul Vaid (@spvaid) May 8, 2025 There was also a loud sound, likely of shelling, in Rajasthan's Jaisalmer. Blackouts are on in Jaisalmer, Barmer, Bikaner and Sriganganagar. The developments after India thwarted Pakistans overnight attempt to strike multiple military targets in northern and western India with drones and missiles. A key air defence system in Lahore was also destroyed, India's Defence Ministry said. This was in response to Pakistan's missile strikes. The Pakistani military had attempted to target Awantipura, Srinagar, Jammu, Pathankot, Amritsar, Kapurthala, Jalandhar, Ludhiana, Adampur, Bhatinda, Chandigarh, Nal, Phalodi, Uttarlai, and Bhuj, they said.
Jammu comes under attack, city plunges into darkness
There is a complete blackout in Jammu with news also of a targeted attack on the airport there. The Jammu airport also houses an Indian Air Force station. Jammu reportedly under drone and missile attack from Pakistan. Several explosions heard, blackout in entire Jammu City. @NewIndianXpress @TheMornStandard Fayaz Wani (@iamfayazwani) May 8, 2025 The Press Trust of India reported that sounds resembling blasts triggered panic in Jammu. Security forces are said to have detected and neutralised Pakistani drones near the airport that is heavily guarded, officials said. As soon as the two explosions went off, electricity was cut and the city plunged into darkness. Officials in Jammu said countermeasures have been employed and the Pakistani drones were downed by the Indian anti-drone system. One eyewitness reported seeing a drone dropping outside the Jammu airport. Pakistan troops have also resorted to increased shelling along the Line of Control in Kupwara and Baramulla districts of Jammu and Kashmir, it was reported. The Tangdhar sector of Kupwara district and Boniyar sector of Baramulla came under Pakistan fire. The developments come on a day when India thwarted Pakistans overnight attempt to strike multiple military targets in northern and western India with drones and missiles. A key air defence system in Lahore was also destroyed, India's Defence Ministry said. This was in response to Pakistan's missile strikes. The Pakistani military had attempted to target Awantipura, Srinagar, Jammu, Pathankot, Amritsar, Kapurthala, Jalandhar, Ludhiana, Adampur, Bhatinda, Chandigarh, Nal, Phalodi, Uttarlai, and Bhuj, they said.
Pakistani Shelling Reported In Punjab's Pathankot, Parts Of J&K
The Pakistani military opened up artillery fire in Punjab's Pathankot in a major escalation of hostilities this evening. Pathankot is about 30 km from the International Border and serves as the entry point to Jammu region and Himachal Pradesh.
Fireworks banned, blackout imposed in Punjab border districts amid Indo-Pak tensions
CHANDIGARH: Amid escalating tensions along the India-Pakistan border following Operation Sindoor, the deputy commissioners of six border districts Amritsar, Taran Taran, Gurdaspur, Ferozepur, Fazilka, and Pathankot have ordered a complete ban on the use of fireworks in their respective jurisdictions. In Gurdaspur, the Deputy Commissioner has also ordered a blackout from 9 pm to 5 am starting today until further notice. The blackout will not apply to cantonment areas and hospitals. Amritsar Deputy Commissioner Sakshi Sahni issued specific orders banning fireworks at weddings, celebrations, and religious events. As per directions from the central and state governments, mock drills are being conducted under the Civil Defence Act, 1968, across several districts to prepare for any eventuality, the order read. It noted that fireworks during routine events like marriages and festivals often cause fear and confusion among the public, potentially disturbing law and order. The ban, enacted under Section 163 of the Bharatiya Nagarik Suraksha Sanhita (BNSS), 2023, will remain in effect until further notice and is aimed at preventing panic and maintaining public order. Sources confirmed that the deputy commissioners of Ferozepur, Fazilka, Taran Taran, Gurdaspur, and Pathankot have issued similar blanket bans on fireworks. In addition, to curb hoarding and black marketing of essential commodities such as food, petrol, diesel, fodder, and other daily-use items, a special task force has been formed in Amritsar. The team, led by the district food supply controller and the mandi officer, will conduct surprise inspections and take strict action against violators. Helpline numbers for public assistance have been released. DC Sahni assured that there is no shortage of essential goods and urged the public not to panic or resort to hoarding. Uninterrupted access to essential items at fair prices will be ensured, especially for the vulnerable sections of society, she said. In Jalandhar, Deputy Commissioner Himanshu Aggarwal said blackout orders would be enforced only when red alerts are issued by the Air Force or Army. Meanwhile, the deputy commissioners of Amritsar and Tarn Taran have ordered all government, aided, and private schools in their districts to remain closed from May 8 to May 11, citing the safety of children as the reason. Pahalgam was the first, real escalation, says MEA
Drone Attack Forces PSL Match Cancellation In Rawalpindi; League May ShiftoutofPak
The Pakistan Super League: The Pakistan Super League (PSL) match between Peshawar Zalmi and Karachi Kings, scheduled for Thursday evening at Rawalpindi Cricket Stadium, has been cancelled after Indian Armed Forces targeted the Air Defence Radars and systems at a number of locations in Pakistan, including Rawalpindi. PCB officials have suggested shifting all the remaining matches of PSL to three venues -- Karachi, Doha and Dubai. The Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) stated on Wednesday that PSL would proceed as planned despite Indias attack and rising tensions between the two nations. However, the situation has swiftly evolved following renewed Indian assaults. A PSL match in Rawalpindi was cancelled following a drone attack, leaving foreign players in deep shock. The match was tonight. Many are now seeking to leave the country as soon as possible. The Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) will decide after consulting with the government, a former Pakistan cricketer told IANS. In the early hours of May 7, India launched precision strikes targeting nine high-value terror camps across Pakistan and Pakistan-occupied Kashmir (Pok), in response to the horrific terrorist attack in Pahalgam that claimed 26 lives25 Indians and one Nepali national. On the night of May 7-8, Pakistan attempted to engage a number of military targets in Northern and Western India, including Awantipura, Srinagar, Jammu, Pathankot, Amritsar, Kapurthala, Jalandhar, Ludhiana, Adampur, Bhatinda, Chandigarh, Nal, Phalodi, Uttarlai, and Bhuj, using drones and missiles. India on Thursday morning targeted the Air Defence Radars and systems at a number of locations in Pakistan, during which the one at Lahore has been neutralised, said the government in a statement. According to the Pakistan media, PCB has called for an urgent meeting with PSL franchises on Thursday at the Gaddafi Stadium in Lahore to discuss the possible options for conducting the remaining PSL. India on Thursday morning targeted the Air Defence Radars and systems at a number of locations in Pakistan, during which the one at Lahore has been neutralised, said the government in a statement. Also Read: LIVE Cricket Score Article Source: IANS
New Delhi, May 8: India on Thursday said it foiled Pakistan militarys attempts to attack 15 places in Northern and Western India using missiles and drones, and destroyed a Pakistani air defence system in Lahore as tensions between the two sides mounted amid fears of a wider conflict. Click Here To Join Daily Excelsior on WhatsApp And Get Latest News The defence ministry said the Pakistani military attempted last night to target Awantipura, Srinagar, Jammu, Pathankot, Amritsar, Kapurthala, Jalandhar, Ludhiana, [] The post Indian Military Destroys Pakistani Air Defence System In Lahore; Foils Pak Attempts To Target 15 Places In India appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
How India foiled Pakistans plan to target 15 cities
India successfully thwarted Pakistan's drone and missile attacks targeting 15 cities, including Srinagar and Pathankot, on May 7-8. Indian air defense systems neutralized the threats, with debris recovered as evidence. Following this, India responded by striking Pakistani air defense systems, including one in Lahore. Ceasefire violations by Pakistan along the LoC resulted in 16 civilian deaths.
India Thwarts Pak Attacks, Hits Lahore Air Defence
India launches pre-dawn precision strikes on Pakistani air defence systems, with key radar installation in Lahore successfully neutralized, signalling a sharp escalation in regional military tensionsreports Asian Lite News The drones and missiles were neutralised by the Integrated Counter UAS Grid and Air Defence systems In a major operation on Thursday morning, India targeted multiple air defence radars and systems across Pakistan, successfully neutralizing the one in Lahore, according to a government statement. On the night of May 7-8, Pakistan attempted to engage a number of military targets in Northern and Western India, including Awantipura, Srinagar, Jammu, Pathankot, Amritsar, Kapurthala,
India thwarts Paks missile strikes, neutralizes air defence system in Lahore
New Delhi, May 8: After India executed Operation Sindoor in which nine terror sites deep inside Pakistan were destroyed, Pakistan attempted to engage a number of military targets on the night of May 7. The military targets were engaged in Northern and Western India, including Awantipura, Srinagar, Jammu, Pathankot, Amritsar, Kapurthala, Jalandhar, Ludhiana, Adampur, Bhatinda, [] The post India thwarts Paks missile strikes, neutralizes air defence system in Lahore appeared first on Northlines .
India neutralises Pakistani drone, missile attacks; targets air defence systems
After India executed Operation Sindoor in which nine terror sites deep inside Pakistan were destroyed, Pakistan attempted to engage a number of military targets on the night of May 7. The military targets were engaged in Northern and Western India, including Awantipora, Srinagar, Jammu, Pathankot, Amritsar, Kapurthala, Jalandhar, Ludhiana, Adampur, Bhatinda, Chandigarh, Nal, Phalodi, Uttarlai, []
India Foils Pakistan Militarys Attempts To Engage Targets In North, West India
New Delhi, May 8: Indian Armed forces foiled attempts by the Pakistani military to engage a number of military targets in Northern and Western India using drones and missiles last night and destroyed a Pakistani air defence system in Lahore, officials said on Thursday. Click Here To Join Daily Excelsior on WhatsApp And Get Latest News The Pakistani military attempted to target Awantipura, Srinagar, Jammu, Pathankot, Amritsar, Kapurthala, Jalandhar, Ludhiana, Adampur, Bhatinda, Chandigarh, Nal, Phalodi, Uttarlai, and Bhuj, they said. [] The post India Foils Pakistan Militarys Attempts To Engage Targets In North, West India appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
Operation Sindoor executed with 'unimaginable precision,' says Rajnath Singh, congratulates Army
Defence Minister Rajnath Singh on Thursday congratulated the armed forces for their courage and bravery in executing the 'Operation Sindoor.' I congratulate the armed forces for the action they took yesterday and the courage and bravery they showed. Terror camps in Pakistan and PoK have been neutralised, it is a matter of pride for us... Singh said. He also stated that the precision with which the operation was executed was unimaginable. The precision with which Operation Sindoor was executed is unimaginable, very praiseworthy. Nine terrorist camps were destroyed in it and a large number of terrorists were killed. This operation was carried out without harming any innocent and with minimum collateral damage... he said. The Defence Ministry in a statement earlier today informed that the Indian armed forces had thwarted Pakistans overnight attempt to strike multiple military targets in northern and western India with drones and missiles, and destroyed a key air defence system in Lahore. The Defence Ministry said Indian forces responded to Pakistans missile strikes by targeting and destroying several of its air defence radars and systems across multiple locations. Today morning Indian Armed Forces targeted Air Defence Radars and systems at a number of locations in Pakistan. Indian response has been in the same domain with the same intensity as Pakistan. It has been reliably learnt that an Air Defence system at Lahore has been neutralised, the ministry said in a statement. The Pakistani military attempted to target Awantipura, Srinagar, Jammu, Pathankot, Amritsar, Kapurthala, Jalandhar, Ludhiana, Adampur, Bhatinda, Chandigarh, Nal, Phalodi, Uttarlai, and Bhuj, they said. These were neutralised by the Integrated Counter Unmanned Aircraft System (Grid and Air Defence systems), the defence ministry said. These were neutralised by the Integrated Counter UAS Grid and Air Defence systems. The debris of these attacks is now being recovered from a number of locations that prove the Pakistani attacks, it said. The escalation comes a day after India's armed forces on Wednesday carried out missile strikes on nine terror targets in Pakistan and Pakistan-occupied Kashmir , including the Jaish-e-Mohammad stronghold of Bahawalpur and Lashkar-e-Taiba's base Muridke. The attack killed 100 terrorists , according to the government. Meanwhile, the MoD also stated that Pakistan has increased the intensity of unprovoked firing along the LoC using mortars and heavy-calibre artillery in Jammu and Kashmir's Kupwara, Baramulla, Uri, Poonch, Mendhar and Rajouri areas. Sixteen innocent lives have been lost, including three women and five children, due to Pakistani firing. Here too, India was compelled to respond to bring Mortar and Artillery fire from Pakistan to a halt, the ministry said. The ministry also reiterated that the Indian Army stays committed to non-escalation with Pakistan provided it is respected by the Pakistani military. Earlier on Wedneday, the Centre had described Operation Sindoor as focused, measured and non-escalatory. It had specifically mentioned that Pakistani military establishments had not been targeted. It had reiterated that any attack on military targets in India will invite a suitable response Any military strike on India will be met with 'very firm' response, says EAM Jaishankar Meanhwile, the Pakistani military on Thursday claimed that it had shot down several Israeli-made attack drones launched by India, overnight and into Thursday afternoon. According to army spokesman Lt. Gen. Ahmad Sharif, India fired several Israeli-made Harop drones at Pakistan, killing one civilian and wounding five people, including a civilian and four soldiers. Pakistani forces shot down 25 drones, Sharif said. A civilian was killed and another wounded when debris from a downed drone fell in Sindh province. One drone damaged a military site near the city of Lahore and wounded four soldiers, and another fell in the garrison city of Rawalpindi, near the capital, according to Sharif. The armed forces are neutralizing them as we speak, Sharif said on the state-run Pakistan Television early Thursday afternoon. In Lahore, local police official Mohammad Rizwan said a drone was downed near Walton Airport, an airfield in a residential area about 25 kilometers (16 miles) from the border with India that also contains military installations. Local media reported that two additional drones were shot down in other cities of Punjab province, of which Lahore is the capital. In Punjab's Chakwal district, a drone crashed into farmland. Authorities have secured the wreckage and are investigating the drones origin and purpose. (With additional inputs from PTI and AP) Operation Sindoor: Delivering a broad impact within a narrow scope
India thwarts Pakistan missile strikes, neutralises air defence system in Lahore
Indian armed forces on Thursday thwarted Pakistans overnight attempt to strike multiple military targets in northern and western India with drones and missiles, and destroyed a key air defence system in Lahore. The Defence Ministry said Indian forces responded to Pakistans missile strikes by targeting and destroying several of its air defence radars and systems across multiple locations. Today morning Indian Armed Forces targeted Air Defence Radars and systems at a number of locations in Pakistan. Indian response has been in the same domain with the same intensity as Pakistan. It has been reliably learnt that an Air Defence system at Lahore has been neutralised, the ministry said in a statement. The Pakistani military attempted to target Awantipura, Srinagar, Jammu, Pathankot, Amritsar, Kapurthala, Jalandhar, Ludhiana, Adampur, Bhatinda, Chandigarh, Nal, Phalodi, Uttarlai, and Bhuj, they said. These were neutralised by the Integrated Counter Unmanned Aircraft System (Grid and Air Defence systems), the defence ministry said. These were neutralised by the Integrated Counter UAS Grid and Air Defence systems. The debris of these attacks is now being recovered from a number of locations that prove the Pakistani attacks, it said. The escalation comes a day after India's armed forces carried out missile strikes on nine terror targets in Pakistan and Pakistan-occupied Kashmir , including the Jaish-e-Mohammad stronghold of Bahawalpur and Lashkar-e-Taiba's base Muridke. The attack killed 100 terrorists , according to the government. Meanwhile, the MoD also stated that Pakistan has increased the intensity of unprovoked firing along the LoC using mortars and heavy-calibre artillery in Jammu and Kashmir's Kupwara, Baramulla, Uri, Poonch, Mendhar and Rajouri areas. Sixteen innocent lives have been lost, including three women and five children, due to Pakistani firing. Here too, India was compelled to respond to bring Mortar and Artillery fire from Pakistan to a halt, the ministry said. The ministry also reiterated that the Indian Army stays committed to non-escalation with Pakistan provided it is respected by the Pakistani military. Earlier on Wedneday, the Centre had described Operation Sindoor as focused, measured and non-escalatory. It had specifically mentioned that Pakistani military establishments had not been targeted. It had reiterated that any attack on military targets in India will invite a suitable response Any military strike on India will be met with 'very firm' response, says EAM Jaishankar Meanhwile, the Pakistani military on Thursday claimed that it had shot down several Israeli-made attack drones launched by India, overnight and into Thursday afternoon. According to army spokesman Lt. Gen. Ahmad Sharif, India fired several Israeli-made Harop drones at Pakistan, killing one civilian and wounding five people, including a civilian and four soldiers. Pakistani forces shot down 25 drones, Sharif said. A civilian was killed and another wounded when debris from a downed drone fell in Sindh province. One drone damaged a military site near the city of Lahore and wounded four soldiers, and another fell in the garrison city of Rawalpindi, near the capital, according to Sharif. The armed forces are neutralizing them as we speak, Sharif said on the state-run Pakistan Television early Thursday afternoon. In Lahore, local police official Mohammad Rizwan said a drone was downed near Walton Airport, an airfield in a residential area about 25 kilometers (16 miles) from the border with India that also contains military installations. Local media reported that two additional drones were shot down in other cities of Punjab province, of which Lahore is the capital. In Punjab's Chakwal district, a drone crashed into farmland. Authorities have secured the wreckage and are investigating the drones origin and purpose. (With additional inputs from PTI and AP) Operation Sindoor: Delivering a broad impact within a narrow scope
India Foils Pakistan Escalation Bid, Destroys Air Defence System In Lahore
New Delhi, May 8: Pakistans attempts to escalate tensions late last night and early this morning by targeting Indian military installations in the northern and western parts of the country, including Jammu and Kashmir, Punjab, and Gujarat have been negated, the government said Thursday. The government said Indian forces had targeted and neutralised Pakistani Air Defence Radars and systems in several locations, including Lahore, in response to Pak attempts to attack multiple locations, including Srinagar, Pathankot, Amritsar, Ludhiana, [] The post India Foils Pakistan Escalation Bid, Destroys Air Defence System In Lahore appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
Leaves cancelled, schools shut as Punjab, Rajasthan go on high alert post 'Operation Sindoor'
Amid the soaring tension, all schools in six border districts of Punjab -- Ferozepur, Pathankot, Fazilka, Amritsar, Gurdaspur and Tarn Taran -- have been shut until further orders
Schools shut across six border districts in Punjab following 'Operation Sindoor'
CHANDIGARH: Amid soaring tension between India and Pakistan, all schools in six border districts of Punjab remained shut on Thursday, officials said. The schools were closed in Ferozepur, Pathankot, Fazilka, Amritsar, Gurdaspur and Tarn Taran districts, they said. Tensions escalated after Indian armed forces early Wednesday carried out missile strikes on nine terror targets in Pakistan and Pakistan-occupied Kashmir (PoK), including the Jaish-e-Mohammad stronghold of Bahawalpur and Lashkar-e-Taiba's base in Muridke, in retaliation for the April 22 terror attack in Kashmir's Pahalgam. The Tarn Taran deputy commissioner issued an order that said all schools in the district will remain closed from May 8 till 11. In Ferozepur, the authorities ordered closure of schools for the next 72 hours till further orders, officials said. Schools in Fazilka would also remain closed till further orders, they said. India carried out the cross-border military strikes early Wednesday under 'Operation Sindoor', two weeks after the massacre of 26 people, mostly tourists, in Pahalgam.
CHANDIGARH: Anxiety and panic prevail among residents of villages located along the Indo-Pak international border in Punjab following 'Operation Sindoor'. However, they remain undeterred since they have faced such conflicts in the past, too. The 553-km long international border stretches across six districts of the state -- Ferozepur, Fazilka, Taran Taran, Gurdaspur, Pathankot and Amritsar. Approximately 45,000 acres of land are across the fence, thus creating a unique challenge for the border farmers. The farmers are yet to finish post-harvesting activities in their fields located between the border fence and the zero line. The Border Security Force (BSF) has closed the entry gates for them since May 4. Speaking to this newspaper, Surjit Singh Bhoora, Vice President, Borer Area Kisan Union, said that apart from making cattle feed from wheat straw, levelling the fields ahead of the paddy season is pending. The local authorities and BSF have not told the villagers to evacuate the villages, but the villagers are in panic, and a few of them say that they will shift children and women to safer places. Whenever tension escalates along the border, farmers whose land is situated beyond the barbed fence become the worst sufferers, he said. Post-harvesting work was delayed due to rainfall in the past few days. The wheat straw got wet. It will take time to dry up. It delayed the process of making cattle feed from it, he added. Operation Sindoor: India attacks nine sites in Pakistan Inqulab Singh of Pakka Chistti village in Fazilka district, located one kilometre from the border, said that villagers are working in the fields as usual. A few families have left the village and taken their belongings to safer places as there is anxiety and panic, but by and large, calmness prevails, he said. Also, Jarnail Singh, sarpanch of Churiwala village in the same district said, Life is normal in the village, a few odd families got panicked and moved their belonging, but all is well here. Subash Sharma, a resident of Bareka village in Fazilka, whose home is about one kilometre from the zero line, said, There is an atmosphere of panic among the villagers as everyone is discussing about what will happen next. But, as of now, life is going on normally, the farmers are working in the fields as usual, just behind the border fence. However, about two to three acres behind the fence, the BSF is not allowing access due to security reasons. Nobody is allowed to work in their land, thus activities like post-harvesting and preparing fields for paddy sowing are affected in land areas beyond the fence and zero line. The gates are closed by the BSF, he added. Naseeb Singh of Palla Magha village in Ferozepur, located two and a half kilometres from the zero line, owns 15 acres of land. He said that the schools are closed in their district, but otherwise, life is normal. Operation Sindoor: Nation rallies in one voice 'Jai Hind' Gurdeep Singh of Thaman village in Gurdaspur district, located three kilometres from the international border, said, The relatives and others are calling us up to leave home and visit them, but how can we leave our homes and go. Life as of now is normal. We have got used to life, living in the border villages. After Operation Sindoor, there has been panic buying by the people in Amritsar due to the prevailing uncertainty. The public crowded local grocery stores, utility stores, medical stores and even supermarkets to stock ration and utility items. Vehicles lined up at petrol stations across the city. There is a lot of panic among people as to when Pakistan might attack. Since Amritsar is a frontline border district, the fear is obvious. The people are buying groceries, vegetables and medicines besides filling up their vehicles with petrol and diesel, said resident Pritam Singh. At the medical shop, people were buying medicines, including painkillers, medicine for diabetics and gastro infections. The district administration announced the closure of all schools and colleges in the district due to the escalating border situation.
Over 200 flights cancelled; 18 airports temporarily closed following Operation Sindoor
NEW DELHI: More than 200 flights have been cancelled and at least 18 airports, including Srinagar, have been temporarily shut for operations amid restrictions in the wake of the armed forces launching missile attacks on terror targets in Pakistan on Wednesday morning. Air India, IndiGo, SpiceJet, Air India Express, Akasa Air, and a few foreign airlines have cancelled their services to and from various airports. Sources said that at least 18 airports in the northern and western parts of the country have been temporarily shut. These airports include Srinagar, Leh, Jammu, Amritsar, Pathankot, Chandigarh, Jodhpur, Jaisalmer, Shimla, Dharamshala and Jamnagar, they added. According to one of the sources, more than 200 flights to and from various airports have been cancelled by airlines. IndiGo said it has cancelled more than 165 flights from various domestic airports, including Amritsar and Srinagar, till early morning of May 10 due to airspace restrictions. Air India flights to and from the following stations, Jammu, Srinagar, Leh, Jodhpur, Amritsar, Bhuj, Jamnagar, Chandigarh, and Rajkot, are being cancelled till 0529 hrs IST on 10 May following a notification from aviation authorities on the closure of these airports, the airline said. #6ETravelAdvisory : Following aviation directives, flights to/from these cities remain cancelled until 10 May, 0529 hrs. Please check your flight status here https://t.co/ll3K8PwtRV . For rebooking or refunds, visit https://t.co/51Q3oUe0lP . We are heretosupportyou! pic.twitter.com/sLHHzIZ99w IndiGo (@IndiGo6E) May 7, 2025 In a post on X, the airline also said passengers holding valid tickets for travel during this period will be offered a one-time waiver on rescheduling charges or a full refund for cancellations. Due to government notification on airspace restrictions, over 165 IndiGo flights from multiple airports (Amritsar, Bikaner, Chandigarh, Dharamshala, Gwalior, Jammu, Jodhpur, Kishangarh, Leh, Rajkot, and Srinagar) are cancelled until 0529 hrs. IST of 10 May 2025, IndiGo said in a statement. The airline also said that passengers whose flights are affected can reschedule the booking on the next available flight or opt to cancel their bookings at no additional cost, and a full refund will be processed. IndiGo operates around 2,200 flights daily. In an update on X, SpiceJet said airports in parts of northern India, including Dharamshala, Leh, Jammu, Srinagar, and Amritsar are closed until further notice. Departures, arrivals, and consequential flights may be impacted. The affected passengers can opt for a full refund or an alternate flight as per availability, it added. At least 35 flights to and from the Delhi airport, the country's largest and busiest airport, have been cancelled since 12 am, one of the sources said. The source said that 23 domestic departures and eight arrivals were cancelled. Pakistan closes airspace for 48 hrs after India's Operation Sindoor Besides, four international departures were cancelled. Foreign carriers, including American Airlines, cancelled some of their services from the Delhi airport. Due to notification from the airport authorities, flights to and from Amritsar, Gwalior, Jammu, Srinagar and Hindon are cancelled till 05. 30 hrs on 10th May 2025. Important Travel Update: Due to ongoing situation, our flights to and from Leh, Srinagar, Jammu, Kangra, Kandla & Amritsar are cancelled for 7th May25. Please visit our website or log into our mobile app to check your flight status before leaving for airport. #flyspicejet pic.twitter.com/0WyF6PSDw4 SpiceJet (@flyspicejet) May 7, 2025 Akasa Air, in a post on X, said that due to the prevailing situation in the region, all its flights to and from Srinagar have been cancelled. Regional carrier Star Air said its flights to/from Nanded, Hindon, Adampur, Kishangarh and Bhuj stand cancelled for the day. Kindly note, due to changing airspace conditions some flights have been impacted at Delhi Airport, DIAL said in a post on X. Delhi International Airport Ltd (DIAL) operates the Indira Gandhi International Airport (IGIA). Meanwhile, Qatar Airways, in a post on X, said it has temporarily suspended flights to Pakistan due to Pakistani airspace closure. In retaliation against the Pahalgam terror attack, Indian armed forces, under Operation Sindoor, on early Wednesday, carried out missile strikes on nine terror targets in Pakistan and Pakistan-Occupied Kashmir, including the Jaish-e-Mohammad stronghold of Bahawalpur and Lashkar-e-Taiba's base in Muridke. LIVE | Operation Sindoor: India says 'exercised right to dismantle terror'; NSA Doval briefs global counterparts
One killed, nine injured as unidentified aircraft crashes in village near Punjab's Bathinda
CHANDIGARH: One civilian killed and nine others injured as an unidentified aircraft caught fire and crashed in Aklian Kalan village of Bathinda district in Punjab. The deceased has been identified as Govind a farm labourer hailing from Charkhi Dadri in Haryana, sources said. The aircraft crashed around 2 am in harvested wheat fields, approximately 500 meters from the nearest residential area. There was no information about the pilot till this report was filed. After the crash, public approached the burning wreckage and discovered Govind and the other injured. As per eyewitnesses, several farm labourers were at the local grain market late Tuesday night when they noticed an aircraft flying unusually low. The eyewitnesses further added that they woke up to the loud sound of a crashing aircraft, which immediately caught fire. As aircraft was spotted which was in flames people rushed to rescue the pilots. As the villagers were rushing towards the plane, it exploded and several of them were hurt, said a local. Defence personnel and police teams cordoned off the crash site and fire tenders plunged into action at the scene. The district administration is tight-lipped about the identity of the plane stating that any comment on the incident will be issued only by the defence authorities. Senior officials of the district administration reached the crash site and also police have been stationed at the hospital. The injured Govind was immediately rushed to the public health centre in Goniana, where he was declared dead on arrival. While the other injured were taken to Shaheed Bhai Mani Singh Civil Hospital, from where at least one was referred to the All India Institute of Medical Sciences (AIIMS), Bathinda. Meanwhile all schools will remain closed in five border districts of Ferozepur, Fazilka, Gurdaspur, Amritsar and Pathankot of the state in the wake of tension between India and Pakistan. The Ferozepur Deputy Commissioner had issued an order that all schools in the district will remain closed on Wednesday. In Pathankot, all schools will remain shut for 72 hours. Meanwhile the flight operations from Chandigarh, Amritsar and Dharamsala airports suspended. Further, Air India announced that all flights to and from Jammu, Srinagar, Leh, Jodhpur, Amritsar, Bhuj, Chandigarh, Jamnagar and Rajkot have been cancelled for May 7 till 12 noon, pending updates from authorities. Ministry of Home Affairs, bureau of immigration closes Kartarpur Corridor till further orders. 150 pilgrims , who had gathered at the Integrated check post today morning , were asked to return home after being made to wait for 90 minutes. In retaliation for the Pahalgam terror attack , Indian armed forces early Wednesday carried out missile strikes on nine terror targets in Pakistan and Pakistan-Occupied Kashmir, including the Jaish-e-Mohammad stronghold of Bahawalpur and Lashkar-e-Taiba's base in Muridke. The military strikes were carried out under 'Operation Sindoor', two weeks after the massacre of 26 civilians at Pahalgam of Jammu and Kashmir.
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Lt Colonel Sophia Qureshi and Wing Commander Vyomika Singh explained how locations where terrorists were trained for Pulwama attack, Pathankot attack, were hit by India.
India strikes Pakistan: Amid rising India-Pakistan border tensions, Punjab and Rajasthan shut schools in border districts. This follows the Indian armed forces' strikes on terror camps. Rajasthan declares high alert, closing Bikaner and Jodhpur airports. Uttar Pradesh issues red alert, launching Operation Sindoor. Punjab closes schools in Ferozepur, Pathankot, Fazilka, Amritsar, and Gurdaspur. Rajasthan shuts schools in Ganganagar, Bikaner, Jaisalmer, and Barmer.
Punjab: Schools in Ferozepur, Pathankot, Amritsar, Fazilka, Gurdaspur to remain closed
Following heightened tensions along the border with Pakistan, schools in several Punjab districts, including Ferozepur, Pathankot, Fazilka, Amritsar, and Gurdaspur, were closed on Wednesday. This action follows Indian armed forces' missile strikes on terror targets in Pakistan and Pakistan-occupied Kashmir, conducted under 'Operation Sindoor' in retaliation for the Pahalgam terror attack. Pathankot schools will remain closed for 72 hours.
Following India's retaliatory missile strikes on terror camps across the border after the Pahalgam massacre, Punjab and Rajasthan have ordered the closure of schools in several border districts. Educational institutions in Ferozepur, Pathankot, Fazilka, Amritsar, and Gurdaspur in Punjab are shut, while Ganganagar, Bikaner, Jaisalmer, and Barmer in Rajasthan have also closed schools as a precautionary safety measure amid escalating tensions.
Punjab: Schools in Ferozepur, Pathankot, Amritsar to remain closed
Schools ordered to remain shut in the wake of Indian missile strikes on Pakistan terror targets
Schools Across 3 Punjab Border Districts To Remain Closed Today
All schools border districts of Punjab's Ferozepur, Pathankot and Amritsar will remain closed on Wednesday in the wake of tension between India and Pakistan.
Punjab all set for mock drills in 20 towns as nation ramps up defence preparedness
CHANDIGARH: Amid heightened tensions between India and Pakistan, civil defence mock drills will be held at 20 places in Punjab, besides several locations in Haryana and the Union Territory of Chandigarh on Wednesday, as per instructions issued by the Ministry of Home Affairs (MHA). In Punjab, the mock drills will be held in Amritsar, Bathinda, Ferozepur, Gurdaspur, Batala, Hoshiarpur, Ludhiana, Jalandhar, Adampur, Halwara, Patiala, Pathankot, Barnala, Mohali, Faridkot, Kotkapura, Rupnagar, Bhakra Nangal, Sangrur and Abohar. Punjab Finance Minister Harpal Singh Cheema said, The civil defence teams and Punjab Police, along with the Home Ministry, will conduct mock drills tomorrow, adding that the state government, led by Chief Minister Bhagwant Mann, is closely monitoring the exercise to ensure the safety of citizens. Preparations are almost complete for conducting the mock drills. The objective of the drills is to create awareness among the public and take necessary precautions in the event of any attack, he added. Cheema said the directions of the Home Ministry will be followed during the mock drills. Sources said that public announcements will be made before the drills. As per the guidelines issued by MHA, the drills will include activation of air raid warning sirens, training of civilians, students and others in civil defence procedures to protect themselves in the event of a hostile attack, implementation of crash blackout measures, early camouflaging of vital plants and installations, updating and rehearsing of evacuation plans. The ministry had asked several states to conduct mock drills on May 7 for effective civil defence. In the meeting today, the issue of sirens was raised as for many years these have not been tested thus many might be dysfunctional for that we need to first check the working of all the civil and defence siren systems and these will be tested. Thus people should not panic, said a senior functionary who took part in the meeting. MHA conducts key review meeting ahead of massive civil defence mock drill, identifies 19 'top priority' sites Meanwhile, Ferozepur Deputy Commissioner Deepshikha Sharma said as part of the mock drill preparations, six civil defence sirens will be sounded in the city and the Ferozepur Cantonment area from 7 to 7.15 pm on Tuesday. These sirens will be sounded for the preparation of the May 7 mock drill, she said, adding that there was no need to worry. A senior police official in Ferozepur said a blackout rehearsal will be carried out from 9 to 9.30 pm on Wednesday and police patrolling teams will be deployed. In Haryana too, mock drills will be conducted at many places, including Ambala, Faridabad, Gurugram, Hisar, Panchkula, Panipat and Rohtak. In a letter to the chief secretaries of all states and administrators of Union Territories, the MHA stated that the measures to be taken during the mock drills include the operationalisation of air-raid warning sirens, training civilians on civil-defence aspects to protect themselves in the event of a hostile attack and cleaning bunkers and trenches. The other measures are provisions for crash-blackout measures, early camouflaging of vital plants and installations and updating and rehearsing evacuation plans. The mock drills also include the operationalisation of hotline and radio-communication links with the Indian Air Force (IAF), testing the functionality of control rooms and shadow control rooms. It said the active participation of the district controllers, various district authorities, civil-defence wardens, volunteers, home guards (active and reservists volunteers), National Cadet Corps (NCC), National Service Scheme (NSS), Nehru Yuva Kendra Sangathan (NYKS), college and school students is envisaged in the exercise. Civil defence volunteers rehearse emergency response in Lucknow ahead of nationwide mock drill
Farooq suspects involvement of local Kashmiris in Pahalgam Terror Attack
New Delhi, May 2: Hinting at Pakistans role in the Pahalgam terror attack, former Union Minister and president of the National Conference party Farooq Abdullah on Friday said the same handlers who perpetrated 26/11, Uri, Pulwama and Pathankot strikes are behind the April 22 tragedy in the Baisaran Valley. Talking to news agency, the former [] The post Farooq suspects involvement of local Kashmiris in Pahalgam Terror Attack appeared first on Northlines .
'Resilient and undeterred': Punjabs border villages remain calm amid India-Pakistan tensions
CHANDIGARH : Despite heightened tensions between India and Pakistan after the Pahalgam terror attack, in which 26 tourists were killed , life remains largely unaffected in the villages along the Indo-Pak international border in Punjab. The residents continue their daily routines with resilience, even as feelings of anguish, dismay, and uncertainty linger. Farmers are working in their fields as usual, and locals are engaged in their everyday chores. Villagers gather under trees at village chowks, sipping tea, playing cards, and discussing political developments after the Pahalgam attack. Some elders recall past incidents, such as Operation Parakram, when the Army laid landmines along the border and villagers were instructed to evacuate. Speaking to The New Indian Express , Surjit Singh Bhoora, Vice President of the Punjab Border Area Kisan Union, said, The farmers are working as usual in their fields. There is no tension in the border villages. Our relatives call us to ask if everything is fine, and we tell them we are living our lives as normal. He added that residents of border villages yearn for peace, as any escalation affects them the most. If conflict arises, we are the ones who suffer. Our businesses, agriculture, and our childrens education all take a hit, Bhoora explained. Attari-Wagah border completely shut after hundreds cross over; several Pakistani nationals stuck The 553-kilometer India-Pakistan border stretches across six districts in PunjabFerozepur, Fazilka, Tarn Taran, Gurdaspur, Pathankot, and Amritsar. In these areas, villagers remain calm and committed to their daily routines. Subash Sharma, a resident of Bareka village in Fazilka, whose home is about one kilometer from the zero line, said, Life is going on normally. Yes, there's mental pressure about what could happen in the coming days. People call us after watching the news, but children are attending school and we are working in the fields. I have two and a half acres beyond the border fence but before the zero lineno farmers have been allowed there for the last three days as the BSF has closed the gates. I have another 12 acres on this side, where Ive already harvested the wheat crop and am preparing to sell it at the grain market. Naseeb Singh of Palla Magha village in Ferozepur, located two and a half kilometers from the zero line, owns 15 acres of land. He said, There is a strong sentiment across the country demanding retaliation for the Pakistan-sponsored terrorist attack in Pahalgam. But villagers here believe that any conflict would mostly affect the Punjab and Jammu & Kashmir borders, as in previous wars. Life is otherwise normalIve harvested my crop, though it was damaged due to todays rain. Relatives call us daily, worried about war, but were living our lives normally. Another villager recalled that during the Kargil war, people needed a signed slip from the village sarpanch and clearance from the Army to leave the village. Gurdeep Singh of Thaman village in Gurdaspur district, located three kilometers from the international border, said, Weve received no special directions from the Army or BSF. Life is normal here. Life in border villages is different. Other farmers cultivating land beyond the fence and near the zero line said they face many ongoing challenges, such as frequent crop damage by wild animals crossing from Pakistan, labor shortages due to restricted entry hours, limitations on crop height, and an inability to check crops during floods, hailstorms, or other extreme weather events. Even as tensions between the nuclear-armed nations rise, and the summer temperatures soar, the spirit of the border villagers remains steady. Stories from Attari border
Pahalgam Handlers Same As Those Behind 26/11, Uri, Pulwama: Farooq Abdullah
New Delhi, May 2: Hinting at Pakistans role in the Pahalgam terror attack, former Union Minister and president of the National Conference party Farooq Abdullah on Friday said the same handlers who perpetrated 26/11, Uri, Pulwama and Pathankot strikes are behind the April 22 tragedy in the Baisaran Valley. Talking to news agency, the former J&K Chief Minister described the Pahalgam strike as very painful and murder of humanity, adding, Anyone could be involved in the Pahalgam incident. Until we [] The post Pahalgam Handlers Same As Those Behind 26/11, Uri, Pulwama: Farooq Abdullah appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
Rajani Shaw, wife of detained BSF jawan Purnam Kumar Shaw, sought answers in Pathankot regarding her husband's situation in Pakistan. BSF officers in Firozpur assured her that Purnam was safe and his release was likely soon, with talks underway with Pakistan Rangers.
FIR against Punjab MLA Sukhwinder Singh Kotli over highway blockade on Bio-CNG plant
Jalandhar Rural police have filed an FIR against Adampur Congress MLA Sukhwinder Singh Kotli and numerous others for obstructing the Jalandhar-Pathankot national highway on April 23. The protest was against a bio-CNG plant at Bhogpur sugar mill intended to process solid waste from the Jalandhar Municipal Corporation. The FIR includes charges under the National Highway Act, potentially leading to imprisonment.
