The Indian Armed Forces launched Operation Sindoor, carrying out a series of precision strikes targeting nine terror targets, including terror camps and launchpads, in Pakistan and Pakistan-occupied Kashmir (PoK). The Ministry of Defence confirmed the strikes early Wednesday, calling them a “focused, measured and non-escalatory” response to the recent attack in Jammu and Kashmir’s Pahalgam, where terrorists brutally killed 26 civilians after identifying and segregating them. 
Pakistan again violates the ceasefire agreement by firing artillery in Bhimber Gali in Poonch, Rajauri area. The Indian Army is responding appropriately in a calibrated manner. Heavy exchange of artillery fire at LoC in J&K.

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The Indian Armed Forces launched Operation Sindoor, carrying out a series of precision strikes targeting nine terror targets, including terror camps and launchpads, in Pakistan and Pakistan-occupied Kashmir (PoK). The Ministry of Defence confirmed the strikes early Wednesday, calling them a “focused, measured and non-escalatory” response to the recent attack in Jammu and Kashmir’s Pahalgam, where terrorists brutally killed 26 civilians after identifying and segregating them.

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Operation Sindoor India: Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi was watching and monitoring when the Indian Armed Forces launched "<a href="https://www.wionews.com/tags/operation-sindoor">Operation Sindoor</a>", carrying out missile strikes in Pakistan and Pakistan-occupied Kashmir (PoK).&nbsp;
This comes in response to the Pahalgam terror attack, that claimed the lives of 26 people.&nbsp;
<h2>Operation Sindoor India latest news</h2>
India carried out a series of precision strikes on nine terror infrastructure sites, &nbsp;including terror camps and launchpads, in Pakistan and PoK on Wednesday midnight.&nbsp;
Alsi read: <a href="https://www.wionews.com/india-news/operation-sindoor-indian-armed-forces-strike-at-terrorist-camps-pahalgam-terror-attack-india-pakistan-9042302">Operation Sindoor LIVE: Indian Army strikes terror targets&nbsp;in&nbsp;Pakistan; US monitoring developments closelyprajvi</a>
It marks a significant escalation in India's counter-terror strategy after the terror attack in Jammu and Kashmir.&nbsp;
The Ministry of Defence confirmed the strikes early Wednesday, calling them a &ldquo;focused, measured and non-escalatory&rdquo; response to the recent attack in Jammu and Kashmir&rsquo;s Pahalgam.&nbsp;
At 1:51 am, the Indian Army posted on X (formerly Twitter): &ldquo;Justice is served. Jai Hind!&rdquo;
A press release by the Press Information Bureau (PIB), shared just before 2 am, officially announced the launch of &lsquo;Operation Sindoor&rsquo;.
WATCH VIDEO: 'Focused, measured and non-escalatory in nature': Indian govt on 'Operation Sindoor' in Pakistan
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&ldquo;India announces Operation Sindoor against terror infrastructure in Pakistan,&rdquo; the statement read, linking the operation directly to the Pahalgam attack on April 22. That assault saw terrorists open fire on unarmed civilians in the Baisaran Valley of Jammu and Kashmir's Pahalgam, killing 25 Indian citizens and one Nepali national, most of them tourists.
Soon after the strikes, the Indian Army took to social media platform X to say: &ldquo;Justice is served. Jai Hind!&rdquo; Prior to this, the Army had posted: &ldquo;prhaaraay snnihitaaH, jyaay prshikssitaaH&rdquo; &mdash; Ready to strike, trained to win.
Following the strikes launched by India on terror sites in Pakistan and Pakistan-occupied Kashmir (PoK), senior Indian officials speak to counterparts in the US, UK, Saudi Arabia, and Russia to brief them on the steps taken by India.
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Operation Sindoor India: India carried out a series of precision strikes on nine terror infrastructure sites,  including terror camps and launchpads, in Pakistan on Wednesday. India Pakistan War News

Operation Sindoor India: Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi was watching and monitoring when the Indian Armed Forces launched "Operation Sindoor", carrying out missile strikes in Pakistan and Pakistan-occupied Kashmir (PoK). This comes in response to the Pahalgam terror attack, that claimed the lives of 26 people. Operation Sindoor India latest news India carried out a series of precision strikes on nine terror infrastructure sites, including terror camps and launchpads, in Pakistan and PoK on Wednesday midnight. Alsi read: Operation Sindoor LIVE: Indian Army strikes terror targets in Pakistan; US monitoring developments closelyprajvi It marks a significant escalation in India's counter-terror strategy after the terror attack in Jammu and Kashmir. The Ministry of Defence confirmed the strikes early Wednesday, calling them a “focused, measured and non-escalatory” response to the recent attack in Jammu and Kashmir’s Pahalgam. At 1:51 am, the Indian Army posted on X (formerly Twitter): “Justice is served. Jai Hind!” A press release by the Press Information Bureau (PIB), shared just before 2 am, officially announced the launch of ‘Operation Sindoor’. WATCH VIDEO: 'Focused, measured and non-escalatory in nature': Indian govt on 'Operation Sindoor' in Pakistan WATCH | 'Focused, measured and non-escalatory in nature': Indian govt on 'Operation Sindoor' in Pakistan “India announces Operation Sindoor against terror infrastructure in Pakistan,” the statement read, linking the operation directly to the Pahalgam attack on April 22. That assault saw terrorists open fire on unarmed civilians in the Baisaran Valley of Jammu and Kashmir's Pahalgam, killing 25 Indian citizens and one Nepali national, most of them tourists. Soon after the strikes, the Indian Army took to social media platform X to say: “Justice is served. Jai Hind!” Prior to this, the Army had posted: “prhaaraay snnihitaaH, jyaay prshikssitaaH” — Ready to strike, trained to win. Following the strikes launched by India on terror sites in Pakistan and Pakistan-occupied Kashmir (PoK), senior Indian officials speak to counterparts in the US, UK, Saudi Arabia, and Russia to brief them on the steps taken by India. Also read: Operation Sindoor in pics | Here's a look at sites targeted by Indian armed forces

Operation Sindoor India: PM Modi was watching when India launched strikes on nine terror targets in Pakistan

Operation Sindoor: After India launched missile strikes on Pakistan on Wednesday, the United Nations called for military restraint from both sides, stressing that the world cannot afford a military confrontation between India and Pakistan.&nbsp;
UN Secretary General Antonio Guterres warned that the tensions between the two South Asian neighbours have reached "their highest in years".&nbsp;
&ldquo;The Secretary-General is very concerned about the Indian military operations across the Line of Control and international border. He calls for maximum military restraint from both countries. The world cannot afford a military confrontation between India and Pakistan,&rdquo; said Stephane Dujarric, the UN chief&rsquo;s spokesperson, during a press briefing on Tuesday.
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This comes after India launched "<a href="https://www.wionews.com/tags/operation-sindoor">Operation Sindoor"</a> and attacked nine terror infrastructure sites in Pakistan and Pakistan-occupied Kashmir, after the Pahalgam terror attack that killed 26 people.&nbsp;
<h2>'Hope escalation ends quickly': Trump</h2>
Meanwhile, US President Donald Trump also reacted, hoping that the escalation ends quickly.&nbsp;
"It's a shame. We just heard about it as we were walking in the doors of the Oval. Just heard about it," Trump said as he was asked to comment after India launched a major military operation targeting terror infrastructure in Pakistan.
"I guess people knew something was going to happen based on a little bit of the past," Trump said.
Also read: <a href="https://www.wionews.com/india-news/ready-to-strike-did-the-indian-army-hint-at-operation-sindoor-minutes-before-the-strikes-on-pakistan-9042427">&lsquo;Ready to strike&rsquo;: Did the Indian Army hint at Operation Sindoor minutes before the strikes on Pakistan?</a>
The US president further stressed that they have been fighting for a long time. "They have been fighting for many, many decades. And centuries, actually, if you think about it. I hope it ends very quickly."
Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi was watching and monitoring when the Indian Armed Forces launched "Operation Sindoor", carrying out missile strikes in Pakistan and Pakistan-occupied Kashmir (PoK).&nbsp;
It marks a significant escalation in India's counter-terror strategy after the terror attack in Jammu and Kashmir.&nbsp;
Also read: <a href="https://www.wionews.com/india-news/operation-sindoor-indian-armed-forces-strike-at-terrorist-camps-pahalgam-terror-attack-india-pakistan-9042302">Operation Sindoor LIVE: Indian Army strikes terror targets&nbsp;in&nbsp;Pakistan; US monitoring developments closely</a>

Operation Sindoor: UN Secretary General Antonio Guterres warned that the tensions between the two South Asian neighbours have reached "their highest in years".

Operation Sindoor: After India launched missile strikes on Pakistan on Wednesday, the United Nations called for military restraint from both sides, stressing that the world cannot afford a military confrontation between India and Pakistan. UN Secretary General Antonio Guterres warned that the tensions between the two South Asian neighbours have reached "their highest in years". “The Secretary-General is very concerned about the Indian military operations across the Line of Control and international border. He calls for maximum military restraint from both countries. The world cannot afford a military confrontation between India and Pakistan,” said Stephane Dujarric, the UN chief’s spokesperson, during a press briefing on Tuesday. Also read: Operation Sindoor: PM Modi was watching when India launched strikes on nine terror targets in Pakistan This comes after India launched "Operation Sindoor" and attacked nine terror infrastructure sites in Pakistan and Pakistan-occupied Kashmir, after the Pahalgam terror attack that killed 26 people. 'Hope escalation ends quickly': Trump Meanwhile, US President Donald Trump also reacted, hoping that the escalation ends quickly. "It's a shame. We just heard about it as we were walking in the doors of the Oval. Just heard about it," Trump said as he was asked to comment after India launched a major military operation targeting terror infrastructure in Pakistan. "I guess people knew something was going to happen based on a little bit of the past," Trump said. Also read: ‘Ready to strike’: Did the Indian Army hint at Operation Sindoor minutes before the strikes on Pakistan? The US president further stressed that they have been fighting for a long time. "They have been fighting for many, many decades. And centuries, actually, if you think about it. I hope it ends very quickly." Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi was watching and monitoring when the Indian Armed Forces launched "Operation Sindoor", carrying out missile strikes in Pakistan and Pakistan-occupied Kashmir (PoK). It marks a significant escalation in India's counter-terror strategy after the terror attack in Jammu and Kashmir. Also read: Operation Sindoor LIVE: Indian Army strikes terror targets in Pakistan; US monitoring developments closely

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Indian armed forces launched Operation Sindoor targeting nine terrorist infrastructure sites in Pakistan and Pakistan-occupied Jammu and Kashmir.

US President Donald Trump reacted to India's strikes on Pakistan, "It's a shame. We just heard about it, they've been fighting for a long time... I just hope it ends very quickly."

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The Indian Armed Forces launched Operation Sindoor, carrying out a series of precision strikes targeting nine terror targets, including terror camps and launchpads, in Pakistan and Pakistan-occupied Kashmir (PoK). The Ministry of Defence confirmed the strikes early Wednesday, calling them a “focused, measured and non-escalatory” response to the recent attack in Jammu and Kashmir’s Pahalgam, where terrorists brutally killed 26 civilians after identifying and segregating them.
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The Indian Armed Forces executed Operation Sindoor, conducting precision strikes on nine terror targets in Pakistan and PoK, including camps and launchpads.

Operation Sindoor: Indian Army strikes terror targets in Pakistan

After the Indian Armed Forces carried out strikes in Pakistan and Pakistan-occupied Kashmir under "Operation Sindoor", Pakistan Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif said that they have every right to give a "befitting reply" to India.&nbsp;
Shehbaz Sharif further stressed that Pakistan and its armed forces know how to deal with this.
"The entire nation is with the Pakistani Armed Forces and the morale and spirit of the entire Pakistani nation is high. The Pakistani nation and the Pakistani Armed Forces know how to deal with the enemy very well," the statement by PM Shehbaz Sharif read.&nbsp;
Also read: <a href="https://www.wionews.com/india-news/operation-sindoor-indian-armed-forces-strike-at-terrorist-camps-pahalgam-terror-attack-india-pakistan-9042302">Operation Sindoor LIVE: Defence Minister Rajnath Singh says, 'Long live Mother India!' after Indian Army strikes terror targets&nbsp;in&nbsp;Pakistan</a>
Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif has also summoned the meeting of the National Security Committee at 10 am this morning following India's attack on Pakistan.
India targeted terror infrastructures in Pakistan and Pakistan-occupied Kashmir (PoK) past midnight, naming it "<a href="https://www.wionews.com/india-news/operation-sindoor-heres-the-list-of-sites-in-pakistan-pok-attacked-by-india-9042327">Operation Sindoor</a>" in response to the Pahalgam terror attack that claimed the lives of 26 people on April 22.&nbsp;
The Indian Army announced that they had conducted strikes under "Operation Sindoor" and targeted terrorist infrastructure in Pakistan and PoK, from where the terrorist attacks were being planned and directed.&nbsp;
Also read: <a href="https://www.wionews.com/india-news/operation-sindoor-what-did-india-say-after-striking-9-terror-targets-in-pakistan-full-statement-9042347">Operation Sindoor | What did India say after striking 9 terror targets in Pakistan | FULL STATEMENT</a>
According to the official statement by India, altogether nine sites have been targeted. However, they have not mentioned the names of the sites.&nbsp;
Some of the sites attacked in Pakistan and the PoK, as confirmed by the locals, were Bahawalpur, Muzaffarabad, Muridke, Kotli, Bagh, and Ahmedabad.&nbsp;
"Our actions have been focused, measured and non-escalatory in nature. No Pakistani military facilities have been targeted. India has demonstrated considerable restraint in the selection of targets and method of execution," the official statement read.&nbsp;
The Indian government further announced that there will be a detailed briefing on &lsquo;OPERATION SINDOOR&rsquo;, later today.
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Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif has summoned the meeting of the National Security Committee at 10am this morning following India's attack on Pakistan. India news pakistan

After the Indian Armed Forces carried out strikes in Pakistan and Pakistan-occupied Kashmir under "Operation Sindoor", Pakistan Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif said that they have every right to give a "befitting reply" to India. Shehbaz Sharif further stressed that Pakistan and its armed forces know how to deal with this. "The entire nation is with the Pakistani Armed Forces and the morale and spirit of the entire Pakistani nation is high. The Pakistani nation and the Pakistani Armed Forces know how to deal with the enemy very well," the statement by PM Shehbaz Sharif read. Also read: Operation Sindoor LIVE: Defence Minister Rajnath Singh says, 'Long live Mother India!' after Indian Army strikes terror targets in Pakistan Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif has also summoned the meeting of the National Security Committee at 10 am this morning following India's attack on Pakistan. India targeted terror infrastructures in Pakistan and Pakistan-occupied Kashmir (PoK) past midnight, naming it "Operation Sindoor" in response to the Pahalgam terror attack that claimed the lives of 26 people on April 22. The Indian Army announced that they had conducted strikes under "Operation Sindoor" and targeted terrorist infrastructure in Pakistan and PoK, from where the terrorist attacks were being planned and directed. Also read: Operation Sindoor | What did India say after striking 9 terror targets in Pakistan | FULL STATEMENT According to the official statement by India, altogether nine sites have been targeted. However, they have not mentioned the names of the sites. Some of the sites attacked in Pakistan and the PoK, as confirmed by the locals, were Bahawalpur, Muzaffarabad, Muridke, Kotli, Bagh, and Ahmedabad. "Our actions have been focused, measured and non-escalatory in nature. No Pakistani military facilities have been targeted. India has demonstrated considerable restraint in the selection of targets and method of execution," the official statement read. The Indian government further announced that there will be a detailed briefing on ‘OPERATION SINDOOR’, later today. Also read: Operation Sindoor: Donald Trump reacts to India's strikes on Pakistan after Pahalgam terror attack

OPERATION SINDOOR: Pakistan reacts to India's attack, PM Shehbaz Sharif says Pak armed forces 'know how to deal with this'

India on Wednesday midnight targeted terror infrastructures in Pakistan and Pakistan-occupied Jammu and Kashmir in response to the <a href="https://www.wionews.com/tags/pahalgam-terror-attack">Pahalgam terror attack</a>, that claimed the lives of 26 people on April 22.&nbsp;
The Indian armed forces announced that they had conducted precision strikes under "Operation Sindoor" and targeted terrorist infrastructure in Pakistan and Pakistan-occupied Jammu and Kashmir, from where the terrorist attacks were being planned and directed.&nbsp;
"Focused strikes were carried out on nine #terrorist infrastructure sites in Pakistan and Pakistan-occupied Jammu and Kashmir, targeting the roots of cross-border terror planning. Importantly, no Pakistani military facilities were hit, reflecting India&rsquo;s calibrated and non-escalatory approach," the defence ministry said in a post on X.&nbsp;
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India has launched <a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/OperationSindoor?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#OperationSindoor</a>, a precise and restrained response to the barbaric <a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/PahalgamTerrorAttack?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#PahalgamTerrorAttack</a> that claimed 26 lives, including one Nepali citizen. Focused strikes were carried out on nine <a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/terrorist?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#terrorist</a> infrastructure sites in Pakistan and Pakistan-occupied Jammu and&hellip;
&mdash; Ministry of Defence, Government of India (@SpokespersonMoD) <a href="https://twitter.com/SpokespersonMoD/status/1919857186655944825?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">May 6, 2025</a></blockquote>
<h2>Sites targeted by India&nbsp;</h2>
According to the official statement by India, altogether nine sites have been targeted. However, they have not mentioned the names of the sites.&nbsp;
Some of the sites attacked in Pakistan and the PoK, as confirmed by the locals, are:&nbsp;
<ul>
<li>Bahawalpur</li>
<li>Muzaffarabad</li>
<li>Muridke</li>
<li>Kotli</li>
<li>Bagh</li>
<li>Ahmedabad</li>
</ul>
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"A little while ago, the Indian Armed Forces launched &lsquo;OPERATION SINDOOR&rsquo;, hitting terrorist infrastructure in Pakistan and Pakistan-occupied Jammu and Kashmir from where terrorist attacks against India have been planned and directed," the official statement read.&nbsp;
"Our actions have been focused, measured and non-escalatory in nature. No Pakistani military facilities have been targeted. India has demonstrated considerable restraint in the selection of targets and method of execution," it added.&nbsp;
It further stated, "We are living up to the commitment that those responsible for this attack will be held accountable."
The Indian government further announced that there will be a detailed briefing on &lsquo;OPERATION SINDOOR&rsquo; later on Wednesday.
Also read: <a href="https://www.wionews.com/india-news/justice-is-served-indian-army-india-launches-operation-sindoor-strikes-9-terror-targets-in-pakistan-pok-9042294">&lsquo;Justice is served&rsquo;: Indian armed forces launch &lsquo;Operation Sindoor&rsquo;, strike 9 terror targets in&nbsp;Pakistan,&nbsp;PoK</a>

The Indian armed forces announced that they had conducted precision strikes under "Operation Sindoor" and targeted terrorist infrastructure in Pakistan and Pakistan-occupied Jammu and Kashmir. India news pakistan

India on Wednesday midnight targeted terror infrastructures in Pakistan and Pakistan-occupied Jammu and Kashmir in response to the Pahalgam terror attack, that claimed the lives of 26 people on April 22. The Indian armed forces announced that they had conducted precision strikes under "Operation Sindoor" and targeted terrorist infrastructure in Pakistan and Pakistan-occupied Jammu and Kashmir, from where the terrorist attacks were being planned and directed. "Focused strikes were carried out on nine #terrorist infrastructure sites in Pakistan and Pakistan-occupied Jammu and Kashmir, targeting the roots of cross-border terror planning. Importantly, no Pakistani military facilities were hit, reflecting India’s calibrated and non-escalatory approach," the defence ministry said in a post on X. Also read: India to hold major air force drills near Pakistan border two weeks after Pahalgam terror attack: Why it matters India has launched #OperationSindoor, a precise and restrained response to the barbaric #PahalgamTerrorAttack that claimed 26 lives, including one Nepali citizen. Focused strikes were carried out on nine #terrorist infrastructure sites in Pakistan and Pakistan-occupied Jammu and… — Ministry of Defence, Government of India (@SpokespersonMoD) May 6, 2025 Sites targeted by India According to the official statement by India, altogether nine sites have been targeted. However, they have not mentioned the names of the sites. Some of the sites attacked in Pakistan and the PoK, as confirmed by the locals, are: Bahawalpur Muzaffarabad Muridke Kotli Bagh Ahmedabad Also read: Operation Sindoor LIVE: Indian armed forces strike terrorist targets in Pakistan "A little while ago, the Indian Armed Forces launched ‘OPERATION SINDOOR’, hitting terrorist infrastructure in Pakistan and Pakistan-occupied Jammu and Kashmir from where terrorist attacks against India have been planned and directed," the official statement read. "Our actions have been focused, measured and non-escalatory in nature. No Pakistani military facilities have been targeted. India has demonstrated considerable restraint in the selection of targets and method of execution," it added. It further stated, "We are living up to the commitment that those responsible for this attack will be held accountable." The Indian government further announced that there will be a detailed briefing on ‘OPERATION SINDOOR’ later on Wednesday. Also read: ‘Justice is served’: Indian armed forces launch ‘Operation Sindoor’, strike 9 terror targets in Pakistan, PoK

OPERATION SINDOOR: Here's the list of sites in Pakistan, PoK attacked by India

Pakistan again violates the ceasefire agreement by firing artillery in Bhimber Gali in Poonch, Rajauri area.&nbsp;The Indian Army is responding appropriately in a calibrated manner. Heavy exchange of artillery fire at LoC in J&amp;K
This comes after Indian armed forces launched Operation Sindoor. The Ministry of Defence in its statement wrote, it's 'a precise and restrained response to the barbaric Pahalgam terror attack that claimed 26 lives, including one Nepali citizen."
It added, "Focused strikes were carried out on nine terrorst infrastructure sites in Pakistan and Pakistan-occupied Jammu and Kashmir, targeting the roots of cross-border terror planning."
The Ministry of Defence categorically states, "No Pakistani military facilities were hit, reflecting India&rsquo;s calibrated and non-escalatory approach. This operation underscores India&rsquo;s resolve to hold perpetrators accountable while avoiding unnecessary provocation. A detailed briefing on the operation will follow later today."

Pakistan again violates the ceasefire agreement by firing artillery in Bhimber Gali in Poonch, Rajauri area. India news

Pakistan again violates the ceasefire agreement by firing artillery in Bhimber Gali in Poonch, Rajauri area. The Indian Army is responding appropriately in a calibrated manner. Heavy exchange of artillery fire at LoC in J&K This comes after Indian armed forces launched Operation Sindoor. The Ministry of Defence in its statement wrote, it's 'a precise and restrained response to the barbaric Pahalgam terror attack that claimed 26 lives, including one Nepali citizen." It added, "Focused strikes were carried out on nine terrorst infrastructure sites in Pakistan and Pakistan-occupied Jammu and Kashmir, targeting the roots of cross-border terror planning." The Ministry of Defence categorically states, "No Pakistani military facilities were hit, reflecting India’s calibrated and non-escalatory approach. This operation underscores India’s resolve to hold perpetrators accountable while avoiding unnecessary provocation. A detailed briefing on the operation will follow later today."

Pakistan violates ceasefire agreement yet again, Indian Army reacts in 'calibrated manner'

The Indian Armed Forces launched Operation Sindoor, carrying out a series of precision strikes targeting nine terror targets, including terror camps and launchpads, in Pakistan and Pakistan-occupied Kashmir (PoK). The Ministry of Defence confirmed the strikes early Wednesday, calling them a &ldquo;focused, measured and non-escalatory&rdquo; response to the recent attack in Jammu and Kashmir&rsquo;s Pahalgam, where terrorists brutally killed 26 civilians after identifying and segregating them.
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<a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/PahalgamTerrorAttack?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#PahalgamTerrorAttack</a> Justice is Served. Jai Hind! <a href="https://t.co/Aruatj6OfA">pic.twitter.com/Aruatj6OfA</a>
&mdash; ADG PI - INDIAN ARMY (@adgpi) <a href="https://twitter.com/adgpi/status/1919850036596199492?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">May 6, 2025</a></blockquote>
<h2>&lsquo;Justice is served,&rsquo; says Indian Army</h2>
At 1:51 am, the Indian Army posted on X (formerly Twitter): &ldquo;Justice is served. Jai Hind!&rdquo;
The post followed reports of explosions being heard in Muzaffarabad, Bahawalpur (in Pakistan&rsquo;s Punjab province), and other areas.
A press release by the Press Information Bureau (PIB), shared just before 2 am, officially announced the launch of &lsquo;Operation Sindoor&rsquo;.
&ldquo;India announces Operation Sindoor against terror infrastructure in Pakistan,&rdquo; the statement read, linking the operation directly to the Pahalgam attack on April 22. That assault saw terrorists open fire on unarmed civilians in the Baisaran Valley of Jammu and Kashmir's Pahalgam, killing 25 Indian citizens and one Nepali national, most of them tourists.
&ldquo;A little while ago, the Indian Armed Forces launched &lsquo;OPERATION SINDOOR&rsquo;, hitting terrorist infrastructure in Pakistan and Pakistan-occupied Jammu and Kashmir, from where terrorist attacks against India have been planned and directed. Altogether, nine (9) sites have been targeted,&rdquo; it added. The defence ministry clarified that no military facilities of Pakistan were targeted in the strikes.&nbsp;
The Defence Ministry added, &ldquo;These steps come in the wake of the barbaric Pahalgam terrorist attack&hellip; We are living up to the commitment that those responsible for this attack will be held accountable.&rdquo;
<h2>A measured but firm response</h2>
The Defence Ministry added that Operation Sindoor was carefully planned to avoid escalation. "India has exercised restraint in both the selection of targets and the method of execution," the statement said.
&ldquo;No Pakistani military facilities have been targeted,&rdquo; the statement said.

India news: The Ministry of Defence confirmed the action on Wednesday, describing the strikes as “focused, non-escalatory,” and aimed strictly at terrorist infrastructure.

The Indian Armed Forces launched Operation Sindoor, carrying out a series of precision strikes targeting nine terror targets, including terror camps and launchpads, in Pakistan and Pakistan-occupied Kashmir (PoK). The Ministry of Defence confirmed the strikes early Wednesday, calling them a “focused, measured and non-escalatory” response to the recent attack in Jammu and Kashmir’s Pahalgam, where terrorists brutally killed 26 civilians after identifying and segregating them. #PahalgamTerrorAttack Justice is Served. Jai Hind! pic.twitter.com/Aruatj6OfA — ADG PI - INDIAN ARMY (@adgpi) May 6, 2025 ‘Justice is served,’ says Indian Army At 1:51 am, the Indian Army posted on X (formerly Twitter): “Justice is served. Jai Hind!” The post followed reports of explosions being heard in Muzaffarabad, Bahawalpur (in Pakistan’s Punjab province), and other areas. A press release by the Press Information Bureau (PIB), shared just before 2 am, officially announced the launch of ‘Operation Sindoor’. “India announces Operation Sindoor against terror infrastructure in Pakistan,” the statement read, linking the operation directly to the Pahalgam attack on April 22. That assault saw terrorists open fire on unarmed civilians in the Baisaran Valley of Jammu and Kashmir's Pahalgam, killing 25 Indian citizens and one Nepali national, most of them tourists. “A little while ago, the Indian Armed Forces launched ‘OPERATION SINDOOR’, hitting terrorist infrastructure in Pakistan and Pakistan-occupied Jammu and Kashmir, from where terrorist attacks against India have been planned and directed. Altogether, nine (9) sites have been targeted,” it added. The defence ministry clarified that no military facilities of Pakistan were targeted in the strikes. The Defence Ministry added, “These steps come in the wake of the barbaric Pahalgam terrorist attack… We are living up to the commitment that those responsible for this attack will be held accountable.” A measured but firm response The Defence Ministry added that Operation Sindoor was carefully planned to avoid escalation. "India has exercised restraint in both the selection of targets and the method of execution," the statement said. “No Pakistani military facilities have been targeted,” the statement said.

‘Justice is served’: Indian armed forces launch ‘Operation Sindoor’, strike 9 terror targets in Pakistan, PoK

US President Donald Trump on Tuesday (May 6) claimed that India has agreed to bring down <a href="https://www.wionews.com/tags/tariffs">tariffs</a>&nbsp;"to nothing", further crediting himself as the reason behind it.
&ldquo;They&rsquo;ve already agreed. They would have never done that for anybody else but me,&rdquo; Trump said in the Oval Office.&nbsp;
The US president noted that India has one of the highest tariffs in the world, and has now agreed to drop it.&nbsp;
Also read: <a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/india-us-finalise-terms-for-trade-deal-vances-big-announcement-amid-trump-tariff-war-8990204">'India-US finalise terms for trade deal': Vance's BIG ANNOUNCEMENT amid Trump tariff war</a>
"India, as an example, has one of the highest tariffs in the world&hellip; and they've agreed already to drop it. They'll drop it to nothing​​​. They've already agreed. They would have never done that for anybody else but me,&rdquo; Trump told reporters on Tuesday.&nbsp;
However, there is no official comments from India on this matter.&nbsp;&nbsp;
Last month, US Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent said that the Trump administration is "very close" to finalise a trade agreement with India, adding that it easy to do with India.&nbsp;
Also read: <a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/white-house-walks-back-trumps-100-foreign-film-tariff-threat-did-the-us-president-speak-too-soon-9038376">'No final decisions': White House walks back Trump&rsquo;s 100% foreign film tariff threat - Did the US President speak too soon?</a>
He noted that it is easy to negotiate because of the high tariffs, adding that the talks with the country are "moving well".&nbsp;
"America's Asian trading partners and allies have been the most forthcoming in terms of doing the deals. As I mentioned, Vice President Vance was in India last week. I think that he and (Prime Minister Narendra) Modi made some very good progress. So I could see some announcements on India," Bessent told reporters at the White House.
Bessent said, "I think that we are very close in India and in India...India, in a funny way, is easier to negotiate than the many other countries because they have very high tariffs and lots of tariffs."&nbsp;
Trump on April 2, announced to impose 26 per cent reciprocal tariffs on India. However, later, he announced a 90-day pause, bringing temporary relief to the nations that were majorly hit by Trump's trade war.&nbsp;
Also read: <a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/wonderful-marriage-between-us-and-canada-pm-carney-says-canada-will-never-be-for-sale-trump-replies-never-say-never-9042011">'Wonderful marriage between US and Canada': PM Carney says 'Canada will never be for sale', Trump replies, 'never say never'</a>
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"India, as an example, has one of the highest tariffs in the world… and they've agreed already to drop it. They'll drop it to nothing​​​," Trump said. WORLD INDIA NEWS

US President Donald Trump on Tuesday (May 6) claimed that India has agreed to bring down tariffs "to nothing", further crediting himself as the reason behind it. “They’ve already agreed. They would have never done that for anybody else but me,” Trump said in the Oval Office. The US president noted that India has one of the highest tariffs in the world, and has now agreed to drop it. Also read: 'India-US finalise terms for trade deal': Vance's BIG ANNOUNCEMENT amid Trump tariff war "India, as an example, has one of the highest tariffs in the world… and they've agreed already to drop it. They'll drop it to nothing. They've already agreed. They would have never done that for anybody else but me,” Trump told reporters on Tuesday. However, there is no official comments from India on this matter. Last month, US Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent said that the Trump administration is "very close" to finalise a trade agreement with India, adding that it easy to do with India. Also read: 'No final decisions': White House walks back Trump’s 100% foreign film tariff threat - Did the US President speak too soon? He noted that it is easy to negotiate because of the high tariffs, adding that the talks with the country are "moving well". "America's Asian trading partners and allies have been the most forthcoming in terms of doing the deals. As I mentioned, Vice President Vance was in India last week. I think that he and (Prime Minister Narendra) Modi made some very good progress. So I could see some announcements on India," Bessent told reporters at the White House. Bessent said, "I think that we are very close in India and in India...India, in a funny way, is easier to negotiate than the many other countries because they have very high tariffs and lots of tariffs." Trump on April 2, announced to impose 26 per cent reciprocal tariffs on India. However, later, he announced a 90-day pause, bringing temporary relief to the nations that were majorly hit by Trump's trade war. Also read: 'Wonderful marriage between US and Canada': PM Carney says 'Canada will never be for sale', Trump replies, 'never say never'

'India to drop US tariffs to zero': Trump's BIG claim, says 'they did it just for me'

Amid rising Indo-Pak tensions, India's Prime Minister Narendra Modi again highlighted putting the Indus-Waters Treaty in "abeyance", stressing that earlier India's water was being given to others, but now, it will flow for India's benefit.&nbsp;
While speaking at ABP Network's India@2047 Summit on Tuesday, PM Modi without directly mentioning Pakistan, said that our rivers were used as a centre for tensions.&nbsp;
However, India launched initiatives to link them, PM Modi added.&nbsp;
Also read: <a href="https://www.wionews.com/india-news/india-to-hold-major-air-force-drills-near-pakistan-border-two-weeks-after-pahalgam-terror-attack-why-it-matters-9041355">India to hold major air force drills near Pakistan border two weeks after Pahalgam terror attack: Why it matters</a>
"Earlier, India's water was being given to others. Now India's water will flow for the country's benefit; it will stop for India's interests and be used for the country (Pehle Bharat ke haq ka paani bhi bahar ja raha tha...ab Bharat ka paani, Bharat ke haq me bahega, Bharat ke haq mai rukega aur Bharat ke hi kaam aayega...," he said during the conclave.&nbsp;
Tensions have been rising between India and Pakistan following the April 22 <a href="https://www.wionews.com/tags/pahalgam-terror-attack">Pahalgam terror attack</a>&nbsp;in Jammu and Kashmir that killed 26 people.&nbsp;
The Resistance Front (TRF), an offshoot of the banned Pakistan-based terror outfit Lashkar-e-Taiba (LeT), claimed responsibility for the deadly attack in Pahalgam.&nbsp;
Also read: <a href="https://www.wionews.com/pakistan/pahalgam-attack-pak-defence-minister-threatens-india-again-over-indus-treaty-says-will-strike-any-structure-built-to-divert-water-9029371">Pak defence minister threatens India again over Indus treaty, says 'will strike' any structure built to divert water</a>
India then announced major actions against Pakistan, putting in abeyance the 1960 accord.&nbsp;
Last month also, PM Modi vowed to punish the terrorists, saying that India will identify, track, and punish every terrorist involved in the deadly attack.&nbsp;
"Today, from the soil of Bihar, I say to the whole world that India will identify, track, and punish every terrorist and their backers. We will pursue them to the ends of the earth," he said.&nbsp;
PM Modi also gave "complete operational freedom" to the armed forces to decide the mode, targets and timing of India&rsquo;s response to the terror attack.
Also read: <a href="https://www.wionews.com/india-news/india-cuts-chenab-water-flow-through-baglihar-dam-after-indus-treaty-halt-9032970">India cuts Chenab water flow through Baglihar Dam after Indus treaty halt</a>

Tensions have been rising between India and Pakistan following the April 22 Pahalgam terror attack in Jammu and Kashmir that killed 26 people. India news

Amid rising Indo-Pak tensions, India's Prime Minister Narendra Modi again highlighted putting the Indus-Waters Treaty in "abeyance", stressing that earlier India's water was being given to others, but now, it will flow for India's benefit. While speaking at ABP Network's India@2047 Summit on Tuesday, PM Modi without directly mentioning Pakistan, said that our rivers were used as a centre for tensions. However, India launched initiatives to link them, PM Modi added. Also read: India to hold major air force drills near Pakistan border two weeks after Pahalgam terror attack: Why it matters "Earlier, India's water was being given to others. Now India's water will flow for the country's benefit; it will stop for India's interests and be used for the country (Pehle Bharat ke haq ka paani bhi bahar ja raha tha...ab Bharat ka paani, Bharat ke haq me bahega, Bharat ke haq mai rukega aur Bharat ke hi kaam aayega...," he said during the conclave. Tensions have been rising between India and Pakistan following the April 22 Pahalgam terror attack in Jammu and Kashmir that killed 26 people. The Resistance Front (TRF), an offshoot of the banned Pakistan-based terror outfit Lashkar-e-Taiba (LeT), claimed responsibility for the deadly attack in Pahalgam. Also read: Pak defence minister threatens India again over Indus treaty, says 'will strike' any structure built to divert water India then announced major actions against Pakistan, putting in abeyance the 1960 accord. Last month also, PM Modi vowed to punish the terrorists, saying that India will identify, track, and punish every terrorist involved in the deadly attack. "Today, from the soil of Bihar, I say to the whole world that India will identify, track, and punish every terrorist and their backers. We will pursue them to the ends of the earth," he said. PM Modi also gave "complete operational freedom" to the armed forces to decide the mode, targets and timing of India’s response to the terror attack. Also read: India cuts Chenab water flow through Baglihar Dam after Indus treaty halt

'India's water was flowing outside, now will STOP for our benefit': PM Modi's latest dig at Pakistan over Indus Waters Treaty

In a shocking and bizarre incident, a farmer based in India's Uttar Pradesh was stunned to find out 36-digit bank balance in his account, which surpassed the GDP of many nations as well as crossed billionaire Elon Musk's net worth.&nbsp;
Ajit, a man from Uttar Pradesh's Hathras village was left speechless when his bank balance on April 25 showed Rs 1,00,13,56,00,00,01,39,54,21,00,23,56,00,00,01,39,542. The figure he saw in his bank account, cannot be calculated in an ordinary calculator.&nbsp;
This comes a day after two transactions of Rs 1800 and Rs 1400 were debited from his account.&nbsp;
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However, the excitement of the farmer and his wife was not for long and faded quickly as they feared that they could be a target of some fraud activity, according to a NDTV report.&nbsp;
Ajit later informed the bank, only to find out that it was a technical glitch linked to a branch in Jammu and Kashmir.&nbsp;
However, the error was still there and he approached the police. The police authorities have now asked him to file a <a href="https://www.wionews.com/tags/cybercrime">cybercrime</a>&nbsp;complaint.&nbsp;
Also read: <a href="https://www.wionews.com/india-news/india-thwarts-pakistani-cyber-attacks-on-army-websites-for-children-veterans-after-pahalgam-terror-attack-9026300">&lsquo;New low for Pakistan&rsquo;: India thwarts Pakistani cyber-attacks on Army websites for children, veterans after Pahalgam attack</a>
Ajit is now fearing that he could be a part of some bigger fraud activity. However, his account has been frozen now for safety purposes.&nbsp;
He hopes that his account will be restored soon and he is not the victim of a cyberattack. The cyber authorities have begun the probe, raising several concerns including digital banking safety, system errors, and public trust in financial infrastructure &mdash; particularly for rural account holders.
His bank balance is much higher than the world's richest man and SpaceX CEO, worth Rs 2,84,17,69,27,10,400 by the Bloomberg Billionaires Index.
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Ajit is now fearing that he could be a part of some bigger fraud activity. However, his account has been frozen now for safety purposes. India news

In a shocking and bizarre incident, a farmer based in India's Uttar Pradesh was stunned to find out 36-digit bank balance in his account, which surpassed the GDP of many nations as well as crossed billionaire Elon Musk's net worth. Ajit, a man from Uttar Pradesh's Hathras village was left speechless when his bank balance on April 25 showed Rs 1,00,13,56,00,00,01,39,54,21,00,23,56,00,00,01,39,542. The figure he saw in his bank account, cannot be calculated in an ordinary calculator. This comes a day after two transactions of Rs 1800 and Rs 1400 were debited from his account. Also read: India: Cyber crime alert issued for AI-made Ghibli art However, the excitement of the farmer and his wife was not for long and faded quickly as they feared that they could be a target of some fraud activity, according to a NDTV report. Ajit later informed the bank, only to find out that it was a technical glitch linked to a branch in Jammu and Kashmir. However, the error was still there and he approached the police. The police authorities have now asked him to file a cybercrime complaint. Also read: ‘New low for Pakistan’: India thwarts Pakistani cyber-attacks on Army websites for children, veterans after Pahalgam attack Ajit is now fearing that he could be a part of some bigger fraud activity. However, his account has been frozen now for safety purposes. He hopes that his account will be restored soon and he is not the victim of a cyberattack. The cyber authorities have begun the probe, raising several concerns including digital banking safety, system errors, and public trust in financial infrastructure — particularly for rural account holders. His bank balance is much higher than the world's richest man and SpaceX CEO, worth Rs 2,84,17,69,27,10,400 by the Bloomberg Billionaires Index. Also read: Offensive vs defensive cyber capabilities: A new frontier in military power

'Rs 10,01,35,60,00,13,95,42,100...': UP farmer's bank balance crosses Elon Musk's net worth | Here's how he became richie-rich

The Indian Ministry of Home Affairs has directed several states to conduct civil defense mock drills on the 7th of May, and this is to assess preparedness in the event of a hostile attack.

India-Pak tensions: Air raid siren, nationwide blackouts part of mock drills

The Indian Ministry of Home Affairs has directed several states to conduct civil defense mock drills on the 7th of May and this is to assess preparedness in the event of a hostile attack.

India-Pak tensions: Indian states to conduct drills across more than 200 districts

According to the IMF, India is poised to become the world's fourth-largest economy in 2025, surpassing Japan's GDP. India's economy is expected to reach $4.187 trillion, driven by rapid growth and economic expansion.

India set to overtake Japan as 4th largest economy in 2025

India and the UK successfully concluded a "mutually beneficial" <a href="https://www.wionews.com/tags/free-trade-agreement">Free Trade Agreement</a>&nbsp;(FTA) on Tuesday (May 6), Prime Minister Narendra Modi announced, calling it a "historic milestone".&nbsp;
The Indian PM said that the two nations have successfully concluded mutually beneficial Free Trade Agreement, along with a Double Contribution Convention. 
PM Modi in a post on X, announced the successful conclusion of the India-UK Free Trade Agreement.&nbsp;
Also read: <a href="https://www.wionews.com/india-news/we-are-promoters-of-free-trade-says-german-amb-dr-ackermann-as-he-pushes-for-india-eu-fta-8918751">'We are promoters of free trade' says German Amb Dr Ackermann as he pushes for India, EU FTA</a>
"These landmark agreements will further deepen our Comprehensive Strategic Partnership, and catalyse trade, investment, growth, job creation, and innovation in both our economies," he said in the post.&nbsp;
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Delighted to speak with my friend PM <a href="https://twitter.com/Keir_Starmer?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">@Keir_Starmer</a>. In a historic milestone, India and the UK have successfully concluded an ambitious and mutually beneficial Free Trade Agreement, along with a Double Contribution Convention. These landmark agreements will further deepen our&hellip;
&mdash; Narendra Modi (@narendramodi) <a href="https://twitter.com/narendramodi/status/1919736905115054505?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">May 6, 2025</a></blockquote>
Moreover, PM Modi also invited UK PM Keir Starmer to India soon.
The two leaders welcomed the successful conclusion of the trade agreement with the Double Contribution Convention.
UK PM Keir Starmer also shared the news on his social media X platform, calling it a "historic moment".&nbsp;
"Today Britain has agreed a landmark trade deal with India. Fantastic news for British business, British workers, and British shoppers, delivering on our Plan for Change. Good to speak to Prime Minister @NarendraModi as we mark this historic moment," he said in a post on X.&nbsp;
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Today Britain has agreed a landmark trade deal with India. Fantastic news for British business, British workers, and British shoppers, delivering on our Plan for Change. Good to speak to Prime Minister <a href="https://twitter.com/narendramodi?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">@NarendraModi</a> as we mark this historic moment. <a href="https://t.co/mr0wfatBcH">pic.twitter.com/mr0wfatBcH</a>
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The completion of the FTA will foster trade, investment, innovation and job creation in both economies.&nbsp;
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"Both agreed that the landmark agreements between the two big and open market economies of the world will open new opportunities for businesses, strengthen economic linkages, and deepen people-to-people ties," a press release from the Indian prime minister's office read.&nbsp;
Moreover, PM Modi said that strengthening alliances and reducing trade barriers with economies around the world is part of their plan for change to deliver a stronger and more secure economy.&nbsp;
The two leaders also agreed that expanding ties between India and the UK "remain a cornerstone of the increasingly robust and multifaceted partnership."
The India, UK FTA will also unlock new potential for the two nations to jointly develop products and services for global markets, the statement added.&nbsp;
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PM Modi also said that he is looking forward to welcoming UK PM Keir Starmer to India soon, hinting at his possible visit to India in the near future. India news | world

India and the UK successfully concluded a "mutually beneficial" Free Trade Agreement (FTA) on Tuesday (May 6), Prime Minister Narendra Modi announced, calling it a "historic milestone". The Indian PM said that the two nations have successfully concluded mutually beneficial Free Trade Agreement, along with a Double Contribution Convention. PM Modi in a post on X, announced the successful conclusion of the India-UK Free Trade Agreement. Also read: 'We are promoters of free trade' says German Amb Dr Ackermann as he pushes for India, EU FTA "These landmark agreements will further deepen our Comprehensive Strategic Partnership, and catalyse trade, investment, growth, job creation, and innovation in both our economies," he said in the post. Delighted to speak with my friend PM @Keir_Starmer. In a historic milestone, India and the UK have successfully concluded an ambitious and mutually beneficial Free Trade Agreement, along with a Double Contribution Convention. These landmark agreements will further deepen our… — Narendra Modi (@narendramodi) May 6, 2025 Moreover, PM Modi also invited UK PM Keir Starmer to India soon. The two leaders welcomed the successful conclusion of the trade agreement with the Double Contribution Convention. UK PM Keir Starmer also shared the news on his social media X platform, calling it a "historic moment". "Today Britain has agreed a landmark trade deal with India. Fantastic news for British business, British workers, and British shoppers, delivering on our Plan for Change. Good to speak to Prime Minister @NarendraModi as we mark this historic moment," he said in a post on X. Today Britain has agreed a landmark trade deal with India. Fantastic news for British business, British workers, and British shoppers, delivering on our Plan for Change. Good to speak to Prime Minister @NarendraModi as we mark this historic moment. pic.twitter.com/mr0wfatBcH — Keir Starmer (@Keir_Starmer) May 6, 2025 The completion of the FTA will foster trade, investment, innovation and job creation in both economies. WATCH | India-UK eye FTA to boost bilateral trade "Both agreed that the landmark agreements between the two big and open market economies of the world will open new opportunities for businesses, strengthen economic linkages, and deepen people-to-people ties," a press release from the Indian prime minister's office read. Moreover, PM Modi said that strengthening alliances and reducing trade barriers with economies around the world is part of their plan for change to deliver a stronger and more secure economy. The two leaders also agreed that expanding ties between India and the UK "remain a cornerstone of the increasingly robust and multifaceted partnership." The India, UK FTA will also unlock new potential for the two nations to jointly develop products and services for global markets, the statement added. WATCH | India, UK to resume free trade agreement talks from February 24

'Historic milestone': India, UK successfully conclude Free Trade Agreement after years of negotiations

The rising tensions between India and Pakistan come at a time of severe economic decline, political unrest, and widespread public resentment over military interference in civilian affairs in Pakistan. China's economic status also remains quite wobbly at this point of time. Beijing faces tough economic conditions, including a trade war with the US, which is shifting the manufacturing supply lines to India. Could that be the reason why China has vowed to support Pakistan against India?

India-Pak tensions: China-Pakistan economic corridor at center of China's stand

India is all set to hold its first civil defence drills all across the nation on Wednesday (May 7) as tensions between India and Pakistan rise following the recent <a href="https://www.wionews.com/tags/terror-attack">terror attack</a>&nbsp;in Jammu and Kashmir's Pahalgam.&nbsp;
The Ministry of Home Affairs (MHA) announced on Monday that all states and Union Territories will conduct drills to test and strengthen the country's preparedness against "possible" threats.&nbsp;
The main question arises, what all will be closed and open. Also, will it affect citizens' daily life? Here's the answers to all your queries:&nbsp;
<h2>Will schools/ colleges be closed?</h2>
All schools are expected to remain open tomorrow and will conduct a disaster preparedness mock drills, to ensure safety of students and staff during emergencies or war-like situations.
Also read: <a href="https://www.wionews.com/india-news/7-may-mock-drill-india-pakistan-war-news-dg-civil-defence-mha-when-and-where-blackout-time-all-you-need-to-know-9040843">Nationwide civil defence mock drill: Here's all you need to know</a>
<h2>Will banks remain closed?</h2>
Banks across India will remain open and operate as usual tomorrow, despite the nationwide mock drill scheduled for tomorrow. Moreover, the banks will also hold the drill exercises on May 7.&nbsp;&nbsp;
Also read: <a href="https://www.wionews.com/india-news/pahalgam-terror-attack-jammu-and-kashmir-prepares-ahead-of-nationwide-civil-defence-drills-watch-9039899">J&amp;K prepares ahead of nationwide civil defence drills - WATCH</a>
<h2>What will be disrupted?&nbsp;</h2>
The local authorities in India are coordinating with civil defence agencies to ensure that mock drills are carried out smoothly all across the country.&nbsp;
However, in some areas, residents might notice some traffic snarls, temporary closure of roads, internet shutdowns, or even blackouts.&nbsp;
Despite the wide-scale exercise, officials have confirmed that daily services, including public transport systems, trains, buses, and flights, will continue to operate as usual.&nbsp;
Moreover, to prepare civilians for a "potential war-like situation", air raid warnings and sirens will be heard, blackout protocols and even activation of hotline communications with the Indian Air Force will be conducted.&nbsp;&nbsp;
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Local authorities in India are coordinating with civil defence agencies to ensure that mock drills are carried out smoothly all across the country. India news

India is all set to hold its first civil defence drills all across the nation on Wednesday (May 7) as tensions between India and Pakistan rise following the recent terror attack in Jammu and Kashmir's Pahalgam. The Ministry of Home Affairs (MHA) announced on Monday that all states and Union Territories will conduct drills to test and strengthen the country's preparedness against "possible" threats. The main question arises, what all will be closed and open. Also, will it affect citizens' daily life? Here's the answers to all your queries: Will schools/ colleges be closed? All schools are expected to remain open tomorrow and will conduct a disaster preparedness mock drills, to ensure safety of students and staff during emergencies or war-like situations. Also read: Nationwide civil defence mock drill: Here's all you need to know Will banks remain closed? Banks across India will remain open and operate as usual tomorrow, despite the nationwide mock drill scheduled for tomorrow. Moreover, the banks will also hold the drill exercises on May 7. Also read: J&K prepares ahead of nationwide civil defence drills - WATCH What will be disrupted? The local authorities in India are coordinating with civil defence agencies to ensure that mock drills are carried out smoothly all across the country. However, in some areas, residents might notice some traffic snarls, temporary closure of roads, internet shutdowns, or even blackouts. Despite the wide-scale exercise, officials have confirmed that daily services, including public transport systems, trains, buses, and flights, will continue to operate as usual. Moreover, to prepare civilians for a "potential war-like situation", air raid warnings and sirens will be heard, blackout protocols and even activation of hotline communications with the Indian Air Force will be conducted. WATCH | India-Pak tensions: Why do China and Pakistan have such a good relationship?

Mock drills in India: Will it affect daily services?  Here's what all will be closed and open tomorrow

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