After India launched "Operation Sindoor" and carried out strikes in Pakistan and Pakistan-occupied Kashmir, India's Defence Minister Rajnath Singh, Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath and other ministers reacted to India's military strikes.&nbsp;
India launched the strikes in response to the Pahalgam terror attack that claimed the lives of 26 people on April 22.&nbsp;
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India's External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar also reacted to 'Operation Sindoor'&nbsp;
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The world must show zero tolerance for terrorism. <a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/OperationSindoor?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#OperationSindoor</a> <a href="https://t.co/dmcCLfbMjN">pic.twitter.com/dmcCLfbMjN</a>
&mdash; Dr. S. Jaishankar (@DrSJaishankar) <a href="https://twitter.com/DrSJaishankar/status/1919939809327366448?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">May 7, 2025</a></blockquote>
Rajnath Singh shared on X, expressing national pride, with the slogan, "Bharat Mata Ki Jai."
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भारत माता की जय!
&mdash; Rajnath Singh (@rajnathsingh) <a href="https://twitter.com/rajnathsingh/status/1919863929162862747?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">May 6, 2025</a></blockquote>
While, UP CM Yogi Adityanath posted, "Jai Hind! Jai Hind Ki Sena."
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जय हिंद! जय हिंद की सेना! <a href="https://t.co/PnKDbc8R6z">pic.twitter.com/PnKDbc8R6z</a>
&mdash; Yogi Adityanath (@myogiadityanath) <a href="https://twitter.com/myogiadityanath/status/1919862212568461664?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">May 6, 2025</a></blockquote>
Union Minister Piyush Goyal took to X, and posted, "Bharat Mata Ki Jai #OperationSindoor".&nbsp;
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भारत माता की जय 🇮🇳 <a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/OperationSindoor?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#OperationSindoor</a> <a href="https://t.co/Gp3qfIne9F">pic.twitter.com/Gp3qfIne9F</a>
&mdash; Piyush Goyal (@PiyushGoyal) <a href="https://twitter.com/PiyushGoyal/status/1919864976656757043?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">May 6, 2025</a></blockquote>
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Maharashtra Chief Minister Devendra Fadnavis also reacted to the attack launched by India and posted, "Jai Hind. Bharat Mata Ki Jai."
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जय हिंद 🇮🇳 भारत माता की जय ! <a href="https://t.co/vNgDhYw5Nk">pic.twitter.com/vNgDhYw5Nk</a>
&mdash; Devendra Fadnavis (@Dev_Fadnavis) <a href="https://twitter.com/Dev_Fadnavis/status/1919871917655543817?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">May 6, 2025</a></blockquote>
Moreover, Madhya Pradesh CM Mohan Yadav posted on X with the hashtag #PahalgamTerrorAttack.&nbsp;
Congress leader Shashi Tharoor reacted by saying that he is proud of the country.
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So proud of my country today. Jai Hind! 🇮🇳
&mdash; Shashi Tharoor (@ShashiTharoor) <a href="https://twitter.com/ShashiTharoor/status/1919936466366693697?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">May 7, 2025</a></blockquote>
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<h2>Operation Sindoor</h2>
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.
The Defence Ministry also said that 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," the Defence Ministry statement added.
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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>
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<h2>Pahalgam terror attack</h2>
A terror attack on April 22 in Baisaran Valley of Jammu and Kashmir's Pahalgam district killed 26 tourists.&nbsp;An offshoot of the banned Pakistan-based terror outfit Lashkar-e-Taiba (LeT) - The Resistance Front (TRF) - claimed responsibility for the attack. However, they retracted their statement on April 26, claiming that its social media was compromised.&nbsp;
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After the attack, India launched a series of actions against Pakistan. The Indian government put into abeyance the Indus Waters Treaty, expelled its diplomats, called back Indian officials from Islamabad, and closed the Attari border, its airspace for Pakistani flights and ships, parcels and imports from Pakistan. New Delhi has also blocked the Instagram accounts of several Pakistani cricketers and celebrities. Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi had said, "I say to the whole world. India will identify, track and punish every terrorist and their backers. We will pursue them to the ends of the earth." World leaders have urged both countries to exercise restraint but have also sided with India in its fight against terror.
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Rajnath Singh expressed national pride, with the slogan, "Bharat Mata Ki Jai." While, UP CM Yogi Adityanath posted, "Jai Hind! Jai Hind Ki Sena." India news pakistan

After India launched "Operation Sindoor" and carried out strikes in Pakistan and Pakistan-occupied Kashmir, India's Defence Minister Rajnath Singh, Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath and other ministers reacted to India's military strikes. India launched the strikes in response to the Pahalgam terror attack that claimed the lives of 26 people on April 22. Also read: Operation Sindoor LIVE: Indian Army strikes terror targets in Pakistan; US monitoring developments closely India's External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar also reacted to 'Operation Sindoor' The world must show zero tolerance for terrorism. #OperationSindoor pic.twitter.com/dmcCLfbMjN — Dr. S. Jaishankar (@DrSJaishankar) May 7, 2025 Rajnath Singh shared on X, expressing national pride, with the slogan, "Bharat Mata Ki Jai." भारत माता की जय! — Rajnath Singh (@rajnathsingh) May 6, 2025 While, UP CM Yogi Adityanath posted, "Jai Hind! Jai Hind Ki Sena." जय हिंद! जय हिंद की सेना! pic.twitter.com/PnKDbc8R6z — Yogi Adityanath (@myogiadityanath) May 6, 2025 Union Minister Piyush Goyal took to X, and posted, "Bharat Mata Ki Jai #OperationSindoor". भारत माता की जय 🇮🇳 #OperationSindoor pic.twitter.com/Gp3qfIne9F — Piyush Goyal (@PiyushGoyal) May 6, 2025 Also read: OPERATION SINDOOR: Pakistan reacts to India's attack, PM Shehbaz Sharif says 'every right to give a befitting reply' Maharashtra Chief Minister Devendra Fadnavis also reacted to the attack launched by India and posted, "Jai Hind. Bharat Mata Ki Jai." जय हिंद 🇮🇳 भारत माता की जय ! pic.twitter.com/vNgDhYw5Nk — Devendra Fadnavis (@Dev_Fadnavis) May 6, 2025 Moreover, Madhya Pradesh CM Mohan Yadav posted on X with the hashtag #PahalgamTerrorAttack. Congress leader Shashi Tharoor reacted by saying that he is proud of the country. So proud of my country today. Jai Hind! 🇮🇳 — Shashi Tharoor (@ShashiTharoor) May 7, 2025 Also read: Operation Sindoor | What did India say after striking 9 terror targets in Pakistan | FULL STATEMENT Operation Sindoor 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. The Defence Ministry also said that 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," the Defence Ministry statement added. 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 Also read: Operation Sindoor: Donald Trump reacts to India's strikes on Pakistan after Pahalgam terror attack Pahalgam terror attack A terror attack on April 22 in Baisaran Valley of Jammu and Kashmir's Pahalgam district killed 26 tourists. An offshoot of the banned Pakistan-based terror outfit Lashkar-e-Taiba (LeT) - The Resistance Front (TRF) - claimed responsibility for the attack. However, they retracted their statement on April 26, claiming that its social media was compromised. Track LIVE updates here After the attack, India launched a series of actions against Pakistan. The Indian government put into abeyance the Indus Waters Treaty, expelled its diplomats, called back Indian officials from Islamabad, and closed the Attari border, its airspace for Pakistani flights and ships, parcels and imports from Pakistan. New Delhi has also blocked the Instagram accounts of several Pakistani cricketers and celebrities. Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi had said, "I say to the whole world. India will identify, track and punish every terrorist and their backers. We will pursue them to the ends of the earth." World leaders have urged both countries to exercise restraint but have also sided with India in its fight against terror.

'Zero tolerance towards terrorism':  Foreign Minister S Jaishankar, Congress' Shashi Tharoor, react to 'Operation Sindoor' | All India reactions here

The Indian Armed Forces launched Operation Sindoor early on Wednesday, targeting nine locations linked to terror networks in Pakistan and Pakistan-occupied Kashmir (PoK). The strikes came just days after a brutal attack in Jammu and Kashmir&rsquo;s Pahalgam, where 26 civilians were killed by terrorists.
According to the Ministry of Defence, these precision strikes were &ldquo;focused, measured and non-escalatory.&rdquo; The statement also clarified that no Pakistani military sites were hit, showing India's restraint in its choice of targets.
Also read: <a href="https://www.wionews.com/india-news/operation-sindoor-why-india-named-its-pakistan-strike-operation-sindoor-what-sindoor-really-means-pahalgam-terror-attack-9042542" rel="dofollow noopener" target="_blank">Why did India name its Pakistan strikes &lsquo;Operation Sindoor&rsquo;? Here's&nbsp;what&nbsp;it&nbsp;means</a>
As the operation was announced, several videos were shared across social media. Here are the 5 you must see:
<h2>Army&nbsp;says 'Ready to strike, trained to win'</h2>
Just before the strikes began, the Indian Army posted a short one-minute video on X (formerly Twitter) showcasing military drills. The clip included visuals of tanks firing, jets launching missiles, and troops in action across different terrains. It was captioned, &ldquo;Ready to strike, trained to win.&rdquo;
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" rel="dofollow noopener" target="_blank">&lsquo;Ready to strike&rsquo;: Did the Indian Army hint at Operation Sindoor minutes before the strikes on Pakistan?</a>
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"प्रहाराय सन्निहिताः, जयाय प्रशिक्षिताः" Ready to Strike, Trained to Win.<a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/IndianArmy?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#IndianArmy</a> <a href="https://t.co/M9CA9dv1Xx">pic.twitter.com/M9CA9dv1Xx</a>
&mdash; ADG PI - INDIAN ARMY (@adgpi) <a href="https://twitter.com/adgpi/status/1919844164776218820?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">May 6, 2025</a></blockquote>
<h2>Trump reacts to India's strikes</h2>
US President Donald Trump reacted to the developments, saying. &ldquo;It's a shame. We just heard about it, they've been fighting for a long time... I just hope it ends very quickly.&rdquo;
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India hits terror infrastructure in Pakistan in response to <a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/PahalgamTerroristAttack?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#PahalgamTerroristAttack</a>, targeting nine terrorist infrastructure sites US President <a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/DonaldTrump?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#DonaldTrump</a> reacts to the <a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/airstrike?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#airstrike</a> <a href="https://twitter.com/ShivanChanana?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">@ShivanChanana</a> brings you this report by <a href="https://twitter.com/susanmtehrani?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">@susanmtehrani</a> <a href="https://t.co/mga3aViGzE">pic.twitter.com/mga3aViGzE</a>
&mdash; WION (@WIONews) <a href="https://twitter.com/WIONews/status/1919879037930877413?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">May 6, 2025</a></blockquote>
Here are some other videos that made the rounds of social media:
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Indian Armed Forces Launch &lsquo;Operation Sindoor&rsquo;, Strike 9 Terror Targets In Pakistan, PoK <a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/pahalgam?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#pahalgam</a> <a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/india?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#india</a> <a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/pakistan?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#pakistan</a> <a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/OpertionSindoor?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#OpertionSindoor</a> <a href="https://t.co/cnd8IBAqRQ">pic.twitter.com/cnd8IBAqRQ</a>
&mdash; WION (@WIONews) <a href="https://twitter.com/WIONews/status/1919873474815840394?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">May 6, 2025</a></blockquote>
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Visuals from an undisclosed location in J&amp;K as the Indian Armed Forces launched &lsquo;Operation Sindoor&rsquo;, hitting terrorist infrastructure in Pakistan and Pakistan-occupied Kashmir (Source: ANI)<a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/Pakistan?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#Pakistan</a> <a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/Airstrike?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#Airstrike</a> <a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/OperationSindoor?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#OperationSindoor</a> <a href="https://t.co/rDe7tFuCEi">pic.twitter.com/rDe7tFuCEi</a>
&mdash; WION (@WIONews) <a href="https://twitter.com/WIONews/status/1919880880023093251?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">May 6, 2025</a></blockquote>
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<a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/NewsAlert?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#NewsAlert</a> | Fighter jets spotted at a forward location in Rajasthan . . . Video: ANI <a href="https://t.co/EAHzEsu9fX">pic.twitter.com/EAHzEsu9fX</a>
&mdash; WION (@WIONews) <a href="https://twitter.com/WIONews/status/1919890030207922467?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">May 6, 2025</a></blockquote>

India news: According to the Ministry of Defence, these precision strikes were “focused, measured and non-escalatory.” The statement also clarified that no Pakistani military sites were hit, showing India's restraint in its choice of targets.

The Indian Armed Forces launched Operation Sindoor early on Wednesday, targeting nine locations linked to terror networks in Pakistan and Pakistan-occupied Kashmir (PoK). The strikes came just days after a brutal attack in Jammu and Kashmir’s Pahalgam, where 26 civilians were killed by terrorists. According to the Ministry of Defence, these precision strikes were “focused, measured and non-escalatory.” The statement also clarified that no Pakistani military sites were hit, showing India's restraint in its choice of targets. Also read: Why did India name its Pakistan strikes ‘Operation Sindoor’? Here's what it means As the operation was announced, several videos were shared across social media. Here are the 5 you must see: Army says 'Ready to strike, trained to win' Just before the strikes began, the Indian Army posted a short one-minute video on X (formerly Twitter) showcasing military drills. The clip included visuals of tanks firing, jets launching missiles, and troops in action across different terrains. It was captioned, “Ready to strike, trained to win.” Also read: ‘Ready to strike’: Did the Indian Army hint at Operation Sindoor minutes before the strikes on Pakistan? "प्रहाराय सन्निहिताः, जयाय प्रशिक्षिताः" Ready to Strike, Trained to Win.#IndianArmy pic.twitter.com/M9CA9dv1Xx — ADG PI - INDIAN ARMY (@adgpi) May 6, 2025 Trump reacts to India's strikes US President Donald Trump reacted to the developments, saying. “It's a shame. We just heard about it, they've been fighting for a long time... I just hope it ends very quickly.” India hits terror infrastructure in Pakistan in response to #PahalgamTerroristAttack, targeting nine terrorist infrastructure sites US President #DonaldTrump reacts to the #airstrike @ShivanChanana brings you this report by @susanmtehrani pic.twitter.com/mga3aViGzE — WION (@WIONews) May 6, 2025 Here are some other videos that made the rounds of social media: Indian Armed Forces Launch ‘Operation Sindoor’, Strike 9 Terror Targets In Pakistan, PoK #pahalgam #india #pakistan #OpertionSindoor pic.twitter.com/cnd8IBAqRQ — WION (@WIONews) May 6, 2025 Visuals from an undisclosed location in J&K as the Indian Armed Forces launched ‘Operation Sindoor’, hitting terrorist infrastructure in Pakistan and Pakistan-occupied Kashmir (Source: ANI)#Pakistan #Airstrike #OperationSindoor pic.twitter.com/rDe7tFuCEi — WION (@WIONews) May 6, 2025 #NewsAlert | Fighter jets spotted at a forward location in Rajasthan . . . Video: ANI pic.twitter.com/EAHzEsu9fX — WION (@WIONews) May 6, 2025

Operation Sindoor in 5 videos: Watch how India targeted terror camps in Pakistan and what came after

As India struck Pakistan on May 7, people across Jammu and Kashmir hailed the Indian Army. Locals were seen raising slogans of 'Indian Army Zindabad' and 'Bharat Mata ki Jai' and praising the Indian Armed Forces for launching &lsquo;Operation Sindoor&rsquo;, which hit terrorist infrastructure in Pakistan and Pakistan-occupied Kashmir. A few locals were also seen bursting crackers as justice was served to the victims of the Pahalgam terror attack.
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<a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/WATCH?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#WATCH</a> | Jammu and Kashmir: Locals raise slogans of 'Indian Army Zindabad' and 'Bharat Mata ki Jai' as 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&hellip; <a href="https://t.co/cbhO6YrToB">pic.twitter.com/cbhO6YrToB</a>
&mdash; ANI (@ANI) <a href="https://twitter.com/ANI/status/1919910549321875682?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">May 7, 2025</a></blockquote>
Speaking with news agency ANI, a local from Kashmir said, "We are very happy, we were all waiting for India's reply to Pakistan. This strike has happened with proof and this time, no one is going to ask for any proof. We are standing with the Army..."
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VIDEO | Prayagraj, Uttar Pradesh: People burst crackers to celebrate missile strikes by Indian armed forces carried out on nine terror targets in Pakistan and Pakistan-occupied Kashmir, including Bahawalpur which is a major base of Jaish-e-Mohammad terror outfit.&hellip; <a href="https://t.co/7xe4PQR4MF">pic.twitter.com/7xe4PQR4MF</a>
&mdash; Press Trust of India (@PTI_News) <a href="https://twitter.com/PTI_News/status/1919928684171165855?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">May 7, 2025</a></blockquote>
Read More |&nbsp;<a href="https://www.wionews.com/india-news/two-strikes-one-message-indias-iron-resolve-sends-a-clear-warning-9042325">Operation Sindoor &amp; Balakot Air Strike | Two strikes, one message: India&rsquo;s iron resolve to exact revenge</a>
<h2>Operation Sindoor</h2>
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.
Read More | <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 Pakistan, PoK</a>
The Defence Ministry also said that 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," the Defence Ministry statement added.
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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;
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<h2>Pahalgam terror attack</h2>
A terror attack on April 22 in Baisaran Valley of Jammu and Kashmir's Pahalgam district killed 26 tourists.&nbsp;An offshoot of the banned Pakistan-based terror outfit Lashkar-e-Taiba (LeT) - The Resistance Front (TRF) - claimed responsibility for the attack. However, they retracted their statement on April 26, claiming that its social media was compromised.&nbsp;
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After the attack, India launched a series of actions against Pakistan. The Indian government put into abeyance the Indus Waters Treaty, expelled its diplomats, called back Indian officials from Islamabad, and closed the Attari border, its airspace for Pakistani flights and ships, parcels and imports from Pakistan. New Delhi has also blocked the Instagram accounts of several Pakistani cricketers and celebrities. Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi had said, "I say to the whole world. India will identify, track and punish every terrorist and their backers. We will pursue them to the ends of the earth." World leaders have urged both countries to exercise restraint but have also sided with India in its fight against terror.
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India News | As India struck Pakistan on May 7 under ‘Operation Sindoor’, hitting terrorist infrastructure in Pakistan and PoK, people across Jammu and Kashmir hailed the Indian Army.

As India struck Pakistan on May 7, people across Jammu and Kashmir hailed the Indian Army. Locals were seen raising slogans of 'Indian Army Zindabad' and 'Bharat Mata ki Jai' and praising the Indian Armed Forces for launching ‘Operation Sindoor’, which hit terrorist infrastructure in Pakistan and Pakistan-occupied Kashmir. A few locals were also seen bursting crackers as justice was served to the victims of the Pahalgam terror attack. #WATCH | Jammu and Kashmir: Locals raise slogans of 'Indian Army Zindabad' and 'Bharat Mata ki Jai' as the Indian Armed Forces launched ‘Operation Sindoor’, hitting terrorist infrastructure in Pakistan and Pakistan-occupied Jammu and Kashmir from where terrorist attacks against… pic.twitter.com/cbhO6YrToB — ANI (@ANI) May 7, 2025 Speaking with news agency ANI, a local from Kashmir said, "We are very happy, we were all waiting for India's reply to Pakistan. This strike has happened with proof and this time, no one is going to ask for any proof. We are standing with the Army..." VIDEO | Prayagraj, Uttar Pradesh: People burst crackers to celebrate missile strikes by Indian armed forces carried out on nine terror targets in Pakistan and Pakistan-occupied Kashmir, including Bahawalpur which is a major base of Jaish-e-Mohammad terror outfit.… pic.twitter.com/7xe4PQR4MF — Press Trust of India (@PTI_News) May 7, 2025 Read More | Operation Sindoor & Balakot Air Strike | Two strikes, one message: India’s iron resolve to exact revenge Operation Sindoor 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. Read More | ‘Justice is served’: Indian armed forces launch ‘Operation Sindoor’, strike 9 terror targets in Pakistan, PoK The Defence Ministry also said that 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," the Defence Ministry statement added. 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 Read More | Operation Sindoor | What did India say after striking 9 terror targets in Pakistan | FULL STATEMENT Pahalgam terror attack A terror attack on April 22 in Baisaran Valley of Jammu and Kashmir's Pahalgam district killed 26 tourists. An offshoot of the banned Pakistan-based terror outfit Lashkar-e-Taiba (LeT) - The Resistance Front (TRF) - claimed responsibility for the attack. However, they retracted their statement on April 26, claiming that its social media was compromised. Track LIVE updates here After the attack, India launched a series of actions against Pakistan. The Indian government put into abeyance the Indus Waters Treaty, expelled its diplomats, called back Indian officials from Islamabad, and closed the Attari border, its airspace for Pakistani flights and ships, parcels and imports from Pakistan. New Delhi has also blocked the Instagram accounts of several Pakistani cricketers and celebrities. Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi had said, "I say to the whole world. India will identify, track and punish every terrorist and their backers. We will pursue them to the ends of the earth." World leaders have urged both countries to exercise restraint but have also sided with India in its fight against terror. Read More | Pahalgam terror attack to Operation Sindoor: A timeline

Operation Sindoor | 'We're standing with Army:' People across Jammu and Kashmir hail Indian Army as India hit terror targets in Pakistan

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) in the early hours of Wednesday (May 7) morning. The operation was carried out after at least 26 people lost their lives in the Pahalgam terror attack on April 22. After the latest strikes, the families of the victims gave their first reaction and thanked the Indian government.
<h2 class="MsoNormal" style="text-align: justify;">Families of Pahalgam terror attack victims react after India strikes Pakistan</h2>
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"I want to thank PM Modi for taking revenge for my husband's death. My entire family had trust in him, and the way he replied (to Pakistan), he has kept our trust alive. This is the real tribute to my husband. Wherever my husband is, he will be at peace today,&rdquo; the wife of Shubham Dwivedi, who lost his life in the Pahalgam terrorist attack said.<o:p></o:p>
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Pune | On <a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/OperationSindoor?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#OperationSindoor</a>, Pragati Jagdale, wife of Santosh Jagdale who was killed in Pahalgam terror attack, says, "It's a befitting reply after the way those terrorists erased the vermilion of our daughters...On hearing the name of this operation, I got tears in my eyes. I&hellip; <a href="https://t.co/F9AcqHWANk">pic.twitter.com/F9AcqHWANk</a>
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On the other hand, Pragati Jagdale, wife of Santosh Jagdale said, "It's a befitting reply after the way those terrorists erased the vermilion of our daughters...On hearing the name of this operation, I got tears in my eyes. I sincerely thank the government.&rdquo;<o:p></o:p>
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"Salute Army, thank PM Modi," relatives of victims of the Pahalgam attack added.
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"I cried a lot on hearing the name of the operation . It is a real tribute and justice to those who were killed by terrorists," says Asavari Jagdale, daughter of Santosh Jagdale,
The terror attacks carried out on April 22 saw at least 26 innocent people lose their lives who were in Pahalgam enjoying with families and friends.
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" rel="dofollow noopener" target="_blank">&lsquo;Justice is served&rsquo;: Indian armed forces launch &lsquo;Operation Sindoor&rsquo;, strike 9 terror targets in Pakistan, PoK</a>
<h2 class="MsoNormal" style="text-align: justify; tab-stops: 210.7pt;">India launches Operation Sindoor&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; <o:p></o:p></h2>
In the early hours of Wednesday morning, the Indian Air Force shot at nine terror targets in Pakistan and Pakistan-occupied Kashmir (PoK). <o:p></o:p>
The Ministry of Defence confirmed the strikes, 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.<o:p></o:p>
&lsquo;Justice is served,&rsquo; says the Indian Army<o:p></o:p>
At 1:51 am, the Indian Army posted on X (formerly Twitter): &ldquo;Justice is served. Jai Hind!&rdquo;<o:p></o:p>
The post followed reports of explosions that were heard in Muzaffarabad, Bahawalpur (in Pakistan&rsquo;s Punjab province), and other areas.<o:p></o:p>
A press release by the Press Information Bureau (PIB), shared just before 2 am, officially announced the launch of &lsquo;Operation Sindoor&rsquo;.

After Operation Sindoor, the families of the victims of  Pahalgam terror attack  gave their first reaction and thanked the Indian government. World | India News | Pakistan

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) in the early hours of Wednesday (May 7) morning. The operation was carried out after at least 26 people lost their lives in the Pahalgam terror attack on April 22. After the latest strikes, the families of the victims gave their first reaction and thanked the Indian government. Families of Pahalgam terror attack victims react after India strikes Pakistan #WATCH | #OperationSindoor | Wife of Shubham Dwivedi who lost his life in #PahalgamTerroristAttack, says, "I want to thank PM Modi for taking revenge for my husband's death. My entire family had trust in him, and the way he replied (to Pakistan), he has kept our trust alive. This… pic.twitter.com/SbSsFcWU1k — ANI (@ANI) May 7, 2025 "I want to thank PM Modi for taking revenge for my husband's death. My entire family had trust in him, and the way he replied (to Pakistan), he has kept our trust alive. This is the real tribute to my husband. Wherever my husband is, he will be at peace today,” the wife of Shubham Dwivedi, who lost his life in the Pahalgam terrorist attack said. Pune | On #OperationSindoor, Pragati Jagdale, wife of Santosh Jagdale who was killed in Pahalgam terror attack, says, "It's a befitting reply after the way those terrorists erased the vermilion of our daughters...On hearing the name of this operation, I got tears in my eyes. I… pic.twitter.com/F9AcqHWANk — ANI (@ANI) May 7, 2025 On the other hand, Pragati Jagdale, wife of Santosh Jagdale said, "It's a befitting reply after the way those terrorists erased the vermilion of our daughters...On hearing the name of this operation, I got tears in my eyes. I sincerely thank the government.” "Salute Army, thank PM Modi," Relatives of victims of Pahalgam attack applaud India strike on Pak terror infra Read @ANI story | https://t.co/jSHgLWtQDN#Pahalgamvictims #IndianArmy #NarendraModi pic.twitter.com/1GkzDrl9zI — ANI Digital (@ani_digital) May 7, 2025 "Salute Army, thank PM Modi," relatives of victims of the Pahalgam attack added. #WATCH | Pune | #OperationSindoor | "I cried a lot on hearing the name of the operation . It is a real tribute and justice to those who were killed by terrorists," says Asavari Jagdale, daughter of Santosh Jagdale, who was killed in Pahlagam terror attack pic.twitter.com/L6Wh7HivHM — ANI (@ANI) May 7, 2025 "I cried a lot on hearing the name of the operation . It is a real tribute and justice to those who were killed by terrorists," says Asavari Jagdale, daughter of Santosh Jagdale, The terror attacks carried out on April 22 saw at least 26 innocent people lose their lives who were in Pahalgam enjoying with families and friends. ALSO READ | ‘Justice is served’: Indian armed forces launch ‘Operation Sindoor’, strike 9 terror targets in Pakistan, PoK India launches Operation Sindoor In the early hours of Wednesday morning, the Indian Air Force shot at nine terror targets in Pakistan and Pakistan-occupied Kashmir (PoK). The Ministry of Defence confirmed the strikes, 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. ‘Justice is served,’ says the 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 that were 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’.

Operation Sindoor: Families of Pahalgam terror attack victims react as India strikes terror targets in Pakistan

Indian Armed Forces announced <a href="https://www.wionews.com/tags/operation-sindoor" rel="dofollow noopener" target="_blank">Operation Sindoor</a> on Wednesday (May 7) as they struck terror camps in Pakistan and Pakistan-occupied Kashmir weeks after a deadly terror attack in India's Jammu and Kashmir.
The military struck at least nine sites, including the headquarters of Lashkar-e-Taiba in Muridke and the Jaish-e-Mohammad headquarters in Bahawalpur, as per reports.
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" rel="dofollow noopener" target="_blank">&lsquo;Justice is served&rsquo;: Indian armed forces launch &lsquo;Operation Sindoor&rsquo;, strike 9 terror targets in&nbsp;Pakistan,&nbsp;PoK</a>
&ldquo;Altogether, nine (9) sites have been targeted. 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 the method of execution,&rdquo; India's statement said.
<h2>Why the name Operation Sindoor?</h2>
While there's no official reason behind the name of the operation, there are many speculations as to why India must have chosen this name.
All of the victims of the deadly terror attacks were male. Sindoor could be a tribute to women who lost their sons, husbands, fathers, or partners to the attack.
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" rel="dofollow noopener" target="_blank">Operation Sindoor | What did India say after striking 9 terror targets in Pakistan | FULL STATEMENT</a>
Among the dead were sons, fathers, and husbands. And in Indian culture, when a woman loses her husband, she wipes off her indoor, the red line in her hair that symbolises marriage.
By naming this military response &ldquo;Operation Sindoor&rdquo;, India made it clear: this was for those women who lost everything.
<h2>One victim of the Pahalgam attack whose story is being retold</h2>
A victim, Manjunath Rao, was in Pahalgam with his wife and young son when the shooting happened. His wife, Pallavi, described the moment, &ldquo;Three of us &ndash; me, my husband and our son &ndash; had gone to Kashmir. It happened around 1.30 pm, I think. We were at Pahalgam. He died on the spot, in front of my eyes,&rdquo; she told India Today.
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&ldquo;Three to four people attacked us. I told them &ndash; kill me too, you&rsquo;ve already killed my husband. One of them said, &lsquo;I won&rsquo;t kill you. Go tell this to Modi&rsquo;,&rdquo; she recounted.
She also mentioned that local civilians helped her immediately after the attack. &ldquo;Three local people rescued me,&rdquo; she added.

India news: The military struck at least nine sites, including the headquarters of Lashkar-e-Taiba in Muridke and the Jaish-e-Mohammad headquarters in Bahawalpur, as per reports.

Indian Armed Forces announced Operation Sindoor on Wednesday (May 7) as they struck terror camps in Pakistan and Pakistan-occupied Kashmir weeks after a deadly terror attack in India's Jammu and Kashmir. The military struck at least nine sites, including the headquarters of Lashkar-e-Taiba in Muridke and the Jaish-e-Mohammad headquarters in Bahawalpur, as per reports. Also read: ‘Justice is served’: Indian armed forces launch ‘Operation Sindoor’, strike 9 terror targets in Pakistan, PoK “Altogether, nine (9) sites have been targeted. 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 the method of execution,” India's statement said. Why the name Operation Sindoor? While there's no official reason behind the name of the operation, there are many speculations as to why India must have chosen this name. All of the victims of the deadly terror attacks were male. Sindoor could be a tribute to women who lost their sons, husbands, fathers, or partners to the attack. Also read: Operation Sindoor | What did India say after striking 9 terror targets in Pakistan | FULL STATEMENT Among the dead were sons, fathers, and husbands. And in Indian culture, when a woman loses her husband, she wipes off her indoor, the red line in her hair that symbolises marriage. By naming this military response “Operation Sindoor”, India made it clear: this was for those women who lost everything. One victim of the Pahalgam attack whose story is being retold A victim, Manjunath Rao, was in Pahalgam with his wife and young son when the shooting happened. His wife, Pallavi, described the moment, “Three of us – me, my husband and our son – had gone to Kashmir. It happened around 1.30 pm, I think. We were at Pahalgam. He died on the spot, in front of my eyes,” she told India Today. Also read: ‘Go tell this to Modi’: Terrorists leave chilling message for Indian PM after killing at least 27 in J&K terror attack “Three to four people attacked us. I told them – kill me too, you’ve already killed my husband. One of them said, ‘I won’t kill you. Go tell this to Modi’,” she recounted. She also mentioned that local civilians helped her immediately after the attack. “Three local people rescued me,” she added.

Why did India name its Pakistan strikes ‘Operation Sindoor’? Here's what it means

What is Operation Sindoor? Several international airlines have changed their flight routes after India launched precision strikes on terror camps inside Pakistan and Pakistan-occupied Kashmir (PoK) early Wednesday. The Indian Armed Forces carried out the operation, named Operation Sindoor, in response to the brutal killing of 26 civilians in Jammu and Kashmir&rsquo;s Pahalgam last month.
Following the strikes, Pakistan closed its airspace to all flights for 48 hours.
<h2>Which airlines are changing course?</h2>
At least five major airlines have rerouted their flights to avoid flying over Pakistani territory. These include:
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<li>Air France</li>
<li>Lufthansa</li>
<li>British Airways</li>
<li>Swiss International Air Lines</li>
<li>Emirates</li>
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According to Reuters, some of these flights are now flying over the Arabian Sea before turning north toward Delhi, extending travel time. Several flights faced delays, while others had to be redirected to different airports.
<h2>What is Operation Sindoor?</h2>
In the early hours of Wednesday, India announced Operation Sindoor, a targeted military action against terrorist infrastructure across the border. The Ministry of Defence confirmed that nine specific sites were hit in Pakistan and PoK. These included known terror launchpads and training camps.
In a statement shared at 1:44 am by the Press Information Bureau (PIB), the government said, &ldquo;India announces Operation Sindoor against terror infrastructure in Pakistan. 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."
"Our actions have been focused, measured and non-escalatory in nature. No Pakistani military facilities have been targeted. India has demonstrated considerable restraint in selection of targets and method of execution," the statement added.
"These steps come in the wake of the barbaric Pahalgam terrorist attack in which 25 Indians and one Nepali citizen were murdered. We are living up to the commitment that those responsible for this attack will be held accountable. There will be detailed briefing on &lsquo;OPERATION SINDOOR&rsquo;, later today,&rdquo; it said.
<h2>Army says &lsquo;Justice is served&rsquo;</h2>
Minutes after the strikes, the Indian Army posted on X (formerly Twitter):
&ldquo;Justice is served. Jai Hind!&rdquo;
This came shortly after reports emerged of explosions in places like Muzaffarabad and Bahawalpur in Pakistan.
The strikes follow the 22 April terror attack in Pahalgam&rsquo;s Baisaran Valley, where gunmen killed 26 people, most of whom were tourists.

India Operation Sindoor | The Indian Armed Forces carried out the operation, named Operation Sindoor, in response to the brutal killing of 26 civilians in Jammu and Kashmir’s Pahalgam last month.

What is Operation Sindoor? Several international airlines have changed their flight routes after India launched precision strikes on terror camps inside Pakistan and Pakistan-occupied Kashmir (PoK) early Wednesday. The Indian Armed Forces carried out the operation, named Operation Sindoor, in response to the brutal killing of 26 civilians in Jammu and Kashmir’s Pahalgam last month. Following the strikes, Pakistan closed its airspace to all flights for 48 hours. Which airlines are changing course? At least five major airlines have rerouted their flights to avoid flying over Pakistani territory. These include: Air France Lufthansa British Airways Swiss International Air Lines Emirates According to Reuters, some of these flights are now flying over the Arabian Sea before turning north toward Delhi, extending travel time. Several flights faced delays, while others had to be redirected to different airports. What is Operation Sindoor? In the early hours of Wednesday, India announced Operation Sindoor, a targeted military action against terrorist infrastructure across the border. The Ministry of Defence confirmed that nine specific sites were hit in Pakistan and PoK. These included known terror launchpads and training camps. In a statement shared at 1:44 am by the Press Information Bureau (PIB), the government said, “India announces Operation Sindoor against terror infrastructure 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. Altogether, nine (9) sites have been targeted." "Our actions have been focused, measured and non-escalatory in nature. No Pakistani military facilities have been targeted. India has demonstrated considerable restraint in selection of targets and method of execution," the statement added. "These steps come in the wake of the barbaric Pahalgam terrorist attack in which 25 Indians and one Nepali citizen were murdered. We are living up to the commitment that those responsible for this attack will be held accountable. There will be detailed briefing on ‘OPERATION SINDOOR’, later today,” it said. Army says ‘Justice is served’ Minutes after the strikes, the Indian Army posted on X (formerly Twitter): “Justice is served. Jai Hind!” This came shortly after reports emerged of explosions in places like Muzaffarabad and Bahawalpur in Pakistan. The strikes follow the 22 April terror attack in Pahalgam’s Baisaran Valley, where gunmen killed 26 people, most of whom were tourists.

Operation Sindoor | Pakistan shuts airspace for 48 hours after India targets terror camps; Emirates, BA, Lufthansa reroute | Check list

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.
Also read: <a href="https://www.wionews.com/photos/operation-sindoor-in-pics-heres-a-look-at-sites-targeted-by-indian-armed-forces-9042368">Operation Sindoor in pics | Here's a look at sites targeted by Indian&nbsp;armed&nbsp;forces</a>
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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 India: The Indian Army released a one-minute video on social media just before launching Operation Sindoor, a series of precision strikes on terror infrastructure in Pakistan and Pakistan-occupied Kashmir (PoK).&nbsp;
The clip, posted at 1:28 AM, minutes before the strike, showcased intense military drills and weapon launches, sending a clear message of preparedness.
Titled &ldquo;Ready to strike, trained to win&rdquo;, the video showed Indian troops firing from tanks, launching missiles from fighter jets, and operating in a variety of terrains.
<h2>Operation Sindoor India: What we know so far</h2>
According to the Ministry of Defence, the Indian Armed Forces hit nine terror-linked sites in Pakistan and PoK. The move was described as &ldquo;focused, measured and non-escalatory,&rdquo; with clear efforts made to avoid striking Pakistani military facilities.
The strikes came in response to the recent terror attack in Pahalgam, Jammu and Kashmir, where 26 civilians, including one Nepali national, were killed. The attackers reportedly singled out and targeted unarmed tourists.
<h2>&lsquo;Justice is served,&rsquo; says Indian Army</h2>
At 1:51 am, shortly after the strikes, the Indian Army posted on X (formerly Twitter), &ldquo;Justice is served. Jai Hind!&rdquo;
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"प्रहाराय सन्निहिताः, जयाय प्रशिक्षिताः" Ready to Strike, Trained to Win.<a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/IndianArmy?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#IndianArmy</a> <a href="https://t.co/M9CA9dv1Xx">pic.twitter.com/M9CA9dv1Xx</a>
&mdash; ADG PI - INDIAN ARMY (@adgpi) <a href="https://twitter.com/adgpi/status/1919844164776218820?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">May 6, 2025</a></blockquote>
This came minutes after loud explosions were reported in areas like Muzaffarabad and Bahawalpur in Pakistan. A few minutes later, the Press Information Bureau issued an official statement confirming Operation Sindoor.
The statement read, &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.

Operation Sindoor India: Titled “Ready to strike, trained to win”, the video showed Indian troops firing from tanks, launching missiles from fighter jets, and operating in a variety of terrains.

Operation Sindoor India: The Indian Army released a one-minute video on social media just before launching Operation Sindoor, a series of precision strikes on terror infrastructure in Pakistan and Pakistan-occupied Kashmir (PoK). The clip, posted at 1:28 AM, minutes before the strike, showcased intense military drills and weapon launches, sending a clear message of preparedness. Titled “Ready to strike, trained to win”, the video showed Indian troops firing from tanks, launching missiles from fighter jets, and operating in a variety of terrains. Operation Sindoor India: What we know so far According to the Ministry of Defence, the Indian Armed Forces hit nine terror-linked sites in Pakistan and PoK. The move was described as “focused, measured and non-escalatory,” with clear efforts made to avoid striking Pakistani military facilities. The strikes came in response to the recent terror attack in Pahalgam, Jammu and Kashmir, where 26 civilians, including one Nepali national, were killed. The attackers reportedly singled out and targeted unarmed tourists. ‘Justice is served,’ says Indian Army At 1:51 am, shortly after the strikes, the Indian Army posted on X (formerly Twitter), “Justice is served. Jai Hind!” "प्रहाराय सन्निहिताः, जयाय प्रशिक्षिताः" Ready to Strike, Trained to Win.#IndianArmy pic.twitter.com/M9CA9dv1Xx — ADG PI - INDIAN ARMY (@adgpi) May 6, 2025 This came minutes after loud explosions were reported in areas like Muzaffarabad and Bahawalpur in Pakistan. A few minutes later, the Press Information Bureau issued an official statement confirming Operation Sindoor. The statement read, “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.

‘Ready to strike’: Did the Indian Army hint at Operation Sindoor minutes before the strikes on Pakistan?

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

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) in the early hours of Wednesday (May 7). Amid rising tensions between the two nations, the Indian airline companies have issued a travel advisory to all tourists, especially those travelling in the Northern part of India while airports have now been shut until further notice.
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<a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/6ETravelAdvisory?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#6ETravelAdvisory</a>: Due to changing airspace conditions in the region, our flights to and from <a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/Srinagar?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#Srinagar</a>, <a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/Jammu?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#Jammu</a>, <a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/Amritsar?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#Amritsar</a>, <a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/Leh?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#Leh</a>, <a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/Chandigarh?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#Chandigarh</a> and <a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/Dharamshala?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#Dharamshala</a> are impacted. We request you to check your flight status at <a href="https://t.co/CjwsVzFov0">https://t.co/CjwsVzFov0</a> before reaching the airport.
&mdash; IndiGo (@IndiGo6E) <a href="https://twitter.com/IndiGo6E/status/1919872391074758823?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">May 6, 2025</a></blockquote>

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Considering the safety of the tourists, the airlines have rolled up their sleeves as tensions between India and Pakistan heat up in the wake of the Pahalgam terror attack that took place on April 22. The advisory comes for all the tourists travelling from and to the Northern Indian regions of Srinagar, Jammu, Amritsar, Leh, Chandigarh and Dharamshala.&nbsp;<o:p></o:p>
"In view of the prevailing situation, Air India has cancelled all its flights to and from the following stations &ndash; Jammu, Srinagar, Leh, Jodhpur, Amritsar, Bhuj, Jamnagar, Chandigarh and Rajkot &ndash; till 12 noon on 7 May, pending further updates from authorities. Two international flights en route to Amritsar are being diverted to Delhi. We regret the inconvenience caused due to this unforeseen disruption," a statement from Air India read.
WATCH: Operation Sindoor: Defence, I&amp;B Ministers hail strikes, chant 'Bharat Mata Ki Jai'
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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.<o:p></o:p>
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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>
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&lsquo;Justice is served,&rsquo; says Indian Army<o:p></o:p>
At 1:51 am, the Indian Army posted on X (formerly Twitter): &ldquo;Justice is served. Jai Hind!&rdquo;
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" rel="dofollow noopener" target="_blank">&lsquo;Justice is served&rsquo;: Indian armed forces launch &lsquo;Operation Sindoor&rsquo;, strike 9 terror targets in Pakistan, PoK</a>
The post followed reports of explosions being heard in Muzaffarabad, Bahawalpur (in Pakistan&rsquo;s Punjab province), and other areas.<o:p></o:p>
A press release by the Press Information Bureau (PIB), shared just before 2 am, officially announced the launch of &lsquo;Operation Sindoor&rsquo;.<o:p></o:p>
&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.

Amid rising tensions between the two nations, the Indian airline companies have issued a travel advisory to all tourists, especially those travelling in the Northern part of India. India News | Pakistan

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) in the early hours of Wednesday (May 7). Amid rising tensions between the two nations, the Indian airline companies have issued a travel advisory to all tourists, especially those travelling in the Northern part of India while airports have now been shut until further notice. #6ETravelAdvisory: Due to changing airspace conditions in the region, our flights to and from #Srinagar, #Jammu, #Amritsar, #Leh, #Chandigarh and #Dharamshala are impacted. We request you to check your flight status at https://t.co/CjwsVzFov0 before reaching the airport. — IndiGo (@IndiGo6E) May 6, 2025 IndiGo releases travel advisory Considering the safety of the tourists, the airlines have rolled up their sleeves as tensions between India and Pakistan heat up in the wake of the Pahalgam terror attack that took place on April 22. The advisory comes for all the tourists travelling from and to the Northern Indian regions of Srinagar, Jammu, Amritsar, Leh, Chandigarh and Dharamshala. "In view of the prevailing situation, Air India has cancelled all its flights to and from the following stations – Jammu, Srinagar, Leh, Jodhpur, Amritsar, Bhuj, Jamnagar, Chandigarh and Rajkot – till 12 noon on 7 May, pending further updates from authorities. Two international flights en route to Amritsar are being diverted to Delhi. We regret the inconvenience caused due to this unforeseen disruption," a statement from Air India read. WATCH: Operation Sindoor: Defence, I&B Ministers hail strikes, chant 'Bharat Mata Ki Jai' "Due to changing airspace conditions in the region, our flights to and from #Srinagar, #Jammu, #Amritsar, #Leh, #Chandigarh and #Dharamshala are impacted. We request you to check your flight status at bit.ly/31paVKQ before reaching the airport,” an IndiGo advisory read. 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!” ALSO READ | ‘Justice is served’: Indian armed forces launch ‘Operation Sindoor’, strike 9 terror targets in Pakistan, PoK 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.

Operation Sindoor: Indian Airline companies issue travel advisory after strikes in Pakistan and POK; flights cancelled till 12 PM

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 launched &lsquo;Operation Sindoor&rsquo; early Wednesday, targeting nine locations in Pakistan and Pakistan-occupied Jammu and Kashmir. The move comes in direct response to last week's terrorist attack in Pahalgam, Jammu and Kashmir, where 26 people were killed, including 25 Indian citizens and one Nepali national.
<h2>What did India say?</h2>
In an official statement, the Indian government confirmed the precision strikes:
India announces Operation Sindoor against terror infrastructure in Pakistan. 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. Our actions have been focused, measured and non-escalatory in nature. No Pakistani military facilities have been targeted. India has demonstrated considerable restraint in selection of targets and method of execution. These steps come in the wake of the barbaric Pahalgam terrorist attack in which 25 Indians and one Nepali citizen were murdered. 
We are living up to the commitment that those responsible for this attack will be held accountable. There will be detailed briefing on &lsquo;OPERATION SINDOOR&rsquo;, later today.

India news: The move comes in direct response to last week's terrorist attack in Pahalgam, Jammu and Kashmir, where 26 people were killed, including 25 Indian citizens and one Nepali national.

India launched ‘Operation Sindoor’ early Wednesday, targeting nine locations in Pakistan and Pakistan-occupied Jammu and Kashmir. The move comes in direct response to last week's terrorist attack in Pahalgam, Jammu and Kashmir, where 26 people were killed, including 25 Indian citizens and one Nepali national. What did India say? In an official statement, the Indian government confirmed the precision strikes: India announces Operation Sindoor against terror infrastructure 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. Altogether, nine (9) sites have been targeted. Our actions have been focused, measured and non-escalatory in nature. No Pakistani military facilities have been targeted. India has demonstrated considerable restraint in selection of targets and method of execution. These steps come in the wake of the barbaric Pahalgam terrorist attack in which 25 Indians and one Nepali citizen were murdered. We are living up to the commitment that those responsible for this attack will be held accountable. There will be detailed briefing on ‘OPERATION SINDOOR’, later today.

Operation Sindoor | What did India say after striking 9 terror targets in Pakistan | FULL STATEMENT

It was February 2019 when India&rsquo;s heart bled. The nation woke up to the horrifying news of the Pulwama attack&mdash;when a convoy of vehicles carrying Indian security personnel on the Jammu&ndash;Srinagar National Highway was ambushed by a vehicle-borne suicide bomber in the Pulwama district, killing 40 CRPF personnel.
The citizens of the country demanded not just justice but a resounding retaliation. And India responded.
In the quiet hours of February 26, 2019, 12 Mirage 2000 fighter jets of the Indian Air Force roared across the Line of Control, piercing deep into Pakistan&rsquo;s Balakot region. Their mission: to strike at the very roots of terror&mdash;Jaish-e-Mohammed&rsquo;s sprawling training camps. It was bold, audacious, and historic.
India, armed with satellite imagery, intelligence reports, and eyewitness accounts, provided evidence of a successful strike that neutralised a significant number of terrorists.
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Six years later, a deadly terror attack at the popular tourist area of Pahalgam in South Kashmir on Tuesday (April 22) left 26 dead and multiple others injured.&nbsp;<o:p></o:p>The attack is one of the biggest on civilians and tourists in decades of terror violence in&nbsp;<a href="https://www.wionews.com/tags/jammu-and-kashmir" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Jammu and Kashmir</a>.<o:p></o:p>
This time again the cry was loud and clear from the citizens of the country.&nbsp;
India&rsquo;s answer? Operation Sindoor.
The Indian Armed Forces launched a series of targeted strikes under Operation Sindoor, hitting nine locations in Pakistan and Pakistan-occupied Kashmir (PoK). The sites were believed to be used for planning and directing terror attacks on India.
"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 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. 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," the Ministry of Defence posted on X.
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<h2>The common thread?</h2>
Both strikes were results of provocation and powered by precision. Balakot showcased India&rsquo;s willingness to break old molds&mdash;taking the fight deep into enemy territory through air power. Operation Sindoor reflected the maturity of that stance, showing that India&rsquo;s resolve was no longer an exception but a norm.
Both operations whispered the same truth into the ears of those who dared to challenge India&rsquo;s sovereignty: we watch, we wait, but when we strike, we leave no room for doubt.

India News: India’s message to terror outfits and their sponsors is now unequivocal: There will be consequences. Whether through covert intelligence missions, surgical precision, or airpower, India has shown it is prepared to retaliate

It was February 2019 when India’s heart bled. The nation woke up to the horrifying news of the Pulwama attack—when a convoy of vehicles carrying Indian security personnel on the Jammu–Srinagar National Highway was ambushed by a vehicle-borne suicide bomber in the Pulwama district, killing 40 CRPF personnel. The citizens of the country demanded not just justice but a resounding retaliation. And India responded. In the quiet hours of February 26, 2019, 12 Mirage 2000 fighter jets of the Indian Air Force roared across the Line of Control, piercing deep into Pakistan’s Balakot region. Their mission: to strike at the very roots of terror—Jaish-e-Mohammed’s sprawling training camps. It was bold, audacious, and historic. India, armed with satellite imagery, intelligence reports, and eyewitness accounts, provided evidence of a successful strike that neutralised a significant number of terrorists. Also Read: OPERATION SINDOOR: Here's the list of sites in Pakistan, PoK attacked by India Six years later, a deadly terror attack at the popular tourist area of Pahalgam in South Kashmir on Tuesday (April 22) left 26 dead and multiple others injured. The attack is one of the biggest on civilians and tourists in decades of terror violence in Jammu and Kashmir. This time again the cry was loud and clear from the citizens of the country. India’s answer? Operation Sindoor. The Indian Armed Forces launched a series of targeted strikes under Operation Sindoor, hitting nine locations in Pakistan and Pakistan-occupied Kashmir (PoK). The sites were believed to be used for planning and directing terror attacks on India. "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 Kashmir, targeting the roots of cross-border terror planning. Importantly, 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," the Ministry of Defence posted on X. The common thread? Both strikes were results of provocation and powered by precision. Balakot showcased India’s willingness to break old molds—taking the fight deep into enemy territory through air power. Operation Sindoor reflected the maturity of that stance, showing that India’s resolve was no longer an exception but a norm. Both operations whispered the same truth into the ears of those who dared to challenge India’s sovereignty: we watch, we wait, but when we strike, we leave no room for doubt.

Operation Sindoor & Balakot Air Strike | Two strikes, one message: India’s iron resolve to exact revenge

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;
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>
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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

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>
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<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

The Indian government on Tuesday (May 6) released a video describing measures to be taken in case of an emergency ahead of the civil defence drills, which are set to take place on Wednesday (May 7). This comes amid the rising tensions between India and Pakistan following the deadly Pahalgam terror attack.
Also read | <a href="https://www.wionews.com/india-news/may-7-india-mock-drills-bjp-calls-leaders-students-to-volunteer-and-make-the-difference-9041087">May 7 mock drills: BJP calls leaders, students to volunteer and 'make the difference'</a>
The video, which was shared by the National Disaster Management Authority (NDMA), opens with a disclaimer: &ldquo;These measures must be adopted in all situations hostile to our National Security.&rdquo;
The clip further explains what should be done in case of an emergency at school and at home. It advises students and teachers to switch off lights, cover the windows with thick curtains, and duck under benches and cover their heads. It further says doors should be kept locked.
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It also encourages parents to ask children what they learnt at school so they can apply it at home. The advisory also recommends people to keep basic medical kits, medicines, and torch ready for any kind of situation.
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The government also encourage people to protect each other in times of emergencies.
<h2>Civil defence mock drills</h2>
Amid heightened tensions with neighbouring Pakistan, India's Ministry of Home Affairs has announced civil defence mock drills will be conducted on May 7. During these exercises, people are likely to hear sirens and experience blackouts alongside the training. As per the MHA&rsquo;s plan, key steps will include:
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<ul>
<li>Operationalisation of Air Raid Warning Sirens</li>
<li>Training of civilians, students, etc, on the civil defence aspects to protect themselves in the event of a hostile attack.</li>
<li>Provision of crash blackout measures</li>
<li>Provision for early camouflaging of vital plants/installations</li>
<li>Updation of evacuation plan &amp; its rehearsal</li>
</ul>
Watch | India To Conduct Nationwide Civil Defense Drills On May 7 
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The clip further explains what should be done in case of an emergency at school and at home. It also encourages parents to ask children what they learnt at school so they can apply it at home. India news

The Indian government on Tuesday (May 6) released a video describing measures to be taken in case of an emergency ahead of the civil defence drills, which are set to take place on Wednesday (May 7). This comes amid the rising tensions between India and Pakistan following the deadly Pahalgam terror attack. Also read | May 7 mock drills: BJP calls leaders, students to volunteer and 'make the difference' The video, which was shared by the National Disaster Management Authority (NDMA), opens with a disclaimer: “These measures must be adopted in all situations hostile to our National Security.” The clip further explains what should be done in case of an emergency at school and at home. It advises students and teachers to switch off lights, cover the windows with thick curtains, and duck under benches and cover their heads. It further says doors should be kept locked. Also read | Mock drills in India: Will it affect daily services? Here's what all will be closed and open tomorrow It also encourages parents to ask children what they learnt at school so they can apply it at home. The advisory also recommends people to keep basic medical kits, medicines, and torch ready for any kind of situation. India's safety begins with You. Stay Calm stay preparedness. #MockDrills #NewIndia #CivilDefenceMockDrill@HMOIndia@MIB_India@PIB_India@airnewsalerts@DDNewslive pic.twitter.com/LP9AaxcXMl — NDMA India | राष्ट्रीय आपदा प्रबंधन प्राधिकरण 🇮🇳 (@ndmaindia) May 6, 2025 The government also encourage people to protect each other in times of emergencies. Civil defence mock drills Amid heightened tensions with neighbouring Pakistan, India's Ministry of Home Affairs has announced civil defence mock drills will be conducted on May 7. During these exercises, people are likely to hear sirens and experience blackouts alongside the training. As per the MHA’s plan, key steps will include: Also read | Nationwide civil defence mock drill: Here's all you need to know Operationalisation of Air Raid Warning Sirens Training of civilians, students, etc, on the civil defence aspects to protect themselves in the event of a hostile attack. Provision of crash blackout measures Provision for early camouflaging of vital plants/installations Updation of evacuation plan & its rehearsal Watch | India To Conduct Nationwide Civil Defense Drills On May 7

WATCH | Indian govt releases video describing measures to take in emergency ahead of nationwide mock drills

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;
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"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;
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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.
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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

India on Tuesday (May 6) hit back at the Organisation of Islamic Cooperation (OIC) in New York over its recent statement on the deadly Pahalgam terror attack, calling it &ldquo;absurd and misguided.&rdquo; It also blamed Pakistan for manipulating the group and rejected the OIC&rsquo;s interference.
The statement released by the OIC Group in New York on Monday (May 5) questioned India&rsquo;s narrative on the April 22 attack that killed 26 civilians in Jammu and Kashmir&rsquo;s Pahalgam.
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In response, the Ministry of External Affairs (MEA) issued a statement: &ldquo;The OIC statement, issued at the behest of Pakistan, is absurd in refusing to recognise the facts of the Pahalgam terrorist attack and its cross-border linkages.&rdquo;
&ldquo;This is yet another attempt by Pakistan, a country that has long engaged in cross-border terrorism, to manipulate and misguide the OIC Group to issue a self-serving statement. We reject the OIC&rsquo;s interference in matters that are internal to India,&rdquo; the statement read.
Also read | <a href="https://www.wionews.com/india-news/may-7-india-mock-drills-bjp-calls-leaders-students-to-volunteer-and-make-the-difference-9041087">May 7 mock drills: BJP calls leaders, students to volunteer and 'make the difference'</a>
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<h2>What did OIC say in its statement?</h2>
The Organisation of Islamic Cooperation (OIC) in New York issued a statement expressing &ldquo;deep concern over the deteriorating security environment in South Asia.&rdquo; It termed India&rsquo;s allegations against its neighbour &ldquo;unfounded&rdquo; following the terror attack.
&ldquo;The Organization of Islamic Cooperation (OIC) Group in New York expresses its deep concern over the deteriorating security environment in South Asia, exacerbated by India's unfounded allegations against the Islamic Republic of Pakistan which are inflaming tensions in an already volatile region,&rdquo; OIC said.
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&ldquo;The OIC Group reiterates its principled position against, and condemnation of terrorism in all its forms and manifestations, committed by whomsoever and wherever, and reaffirms its unequivocal rejection of all attempts to associate any country, race, religion, culture or nationality with terrorism,&rdquo; it added.
<h2>India-Pakistan tensions</h2>
The tensions between India and Pakistan have escalated following the brutal Pahalgam terror attack in which 26 people, mostly tourists, were killed.&nbsp;
India has taken strong diplomatic actions against Pakistan for supporting cross-border terrorism, including holding the Indus Waters Treaty of 1960 in abeyance and closing the integrated Attari Check Post.
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The statement released by the OIC Group in New York on Monday (May 5) questioned India’s narrative on the April 22 attack that killed 26 civilians in Jammu and Kashmir’s Pahalgam. India news | world

India on Tuesday (May 6) hit back at the Organisation of Islamic Cooperation (OIC) in New York over its recent statement on the deadly Pahalgam terror attack, calling it “absurd and misguided.” It also blamed Pakistan for manipulating the group and rejected the OIC’s interference. The statement released by the OIC Group in New York on Monday (May 5) questioned India’s narrative on the April 22 attack that killed 26 civilians in Jammu and Kashmir’s Pahalgam. Also read | India to hold major air force drills near Pakistan border two weeks after Pahalgam terror attack: Why it matters In response, the Ministry of External Affairs (MEA) issued a statement: “The OIC statement, issued at the behest of Pakistan, is absurd in refusing to recognise the facts of the Pahalgam terrorist attack and its cross-border linkages.” “This is yet another attempt by Pakistan, a country that has long engaged in cross-border terrorism, to manipulate and misguide the OIC Group to issue a self-serving statement. We reject the OIC’s interference in matters that are internal to India,” the statement read. Also read | May 7 mock drills: BJP calls leaders, students to volunteer and 'make the difference' Our response to media queries on the statement issued by OIC Group in New York 🔗 https://t.co/YR2uXe6tXH pic.twitter.com/BuzLLBA1Pd — Randhir Jaiswal (@MEAIndia) May 6, 2025 What did OIC say in its statement? The Organisation of Islamic Cooperation (OIC) in New York issued a statement expressing “deep concern over the deteriorating security environment in South Asia.” It termed India’s allegations against its neighbour “unfounded” following the terror attack. “The Organization of Islamic Cooperation (OIC) Group in New York expresses its deep concern over the deteriorating security environment in South Asia, exacerbated by India's unfounded allegations against the Islamic Republic of Pakistan which are inflaming tensions in an already volatile region,” OIC said. Also read | Mock drills in India: Will it affect daily services? Here's what all will be closed and open tomorrow “The OIC Group reiterates its principled position against, and condemnation of terrorism in all its forms and manifestations, committed by whomsoever and wherever, and reaffirms its unequivocal rejection of all attempts to associate any country, race, religion, culture or nationality with terrorism,” it added. India-Pakistan tensions The tensions between India and Pakistan have escalated following the brutal Pahalgam terror attack in which 26 people, mostly tourists, were killed. India has taken strong diplomatic actions against Pakistan for supporting cross-border terrorism, including holding the Indus Waters Treaty of 1960 in abeyance and closing the integrated Attari Check Post. Watch | India To Conduct Nationwide Civil Defense Drills On May 7

‘Pakistan’s attempt to manipulate, misguide’: India rejects New York OIC’s statement on Pahalgam attack, calls it ‘absurd’

India's head coach <a href="https://www.wionews.com/tags/gautam-gambhir">Gautam Gambhir</a> on Tuesday (May 6) called for a total suspension of all cricketing relations with Pakistan, including playing in the Asia Cup and ICC tournaments, after the recent terror attack in Jammu and Kashmir's Pahalgam.
Gambhir stressed that India should not participate in any cricketing activity with Pakistan until cross-border terrorism is completely eradicated. India has not hosted a full series against Pakistan since 2007 as a result of strained relations, and the two countries only face each other at multi-team events. Gambhir supported putting even these meetings on hold.
"My personal answer to this is absolutely no. Till all this (cross-border terrorism) doesn't stop there should not be anything between India and Pakistan," Gambhir said when asked about the future of Indo-Pak cricket in the current environment at event by organised by ABP.
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The demand for cutting ties follows the April 22&nbsp;<a href="https://www.wionews.com/tags/pahalgam-terror-attack">Pahalgam terror attack</a>, during which 26 persons, mostly tourists, were killed.
<h2>'Government's call to whether we play them or not'&nbsp;</h2>
"Ultimately this is government's call whether we play them or not. I have said this before also, no cricket match or Bollywood or any other interaction is more important than the life of Indian soldiers and Indian citizens," Gambhir said.
"Matches will keep happening, movies will be made, singers will continue to perform but nothing comes close to losing a loved one in your family." Asked specifically about India playing Pakistan in the Asia Cup this year or the T20 World Cup, to be co-hosted by India and Sri Lanka next year, Gambhir placed the onus on the <a href="https://www.wionews.com/tags/bcci">BCCI</a> and the government.
On the question of whether India could play Pakistan at the Asia Cup or the 2024 T20 World Cup, which is to be co-hosted by India and Sri Lanka, Gambhir left it on the BCCI and the government to decide.
"This is not up to me, this is for BCCI and more importantly the government to decide whether we should play them or not.
As part of an agreement worked out between the BCCI, the Pakistan Cricket Board and the ICC, all India-Pakistan matches in ICC events will be played in a neutral country till the 2027 cycle.

Pakistan, India News, Sports: Gambhir stressed India should not participate in any cricketing activity with Pakistan until cross-border terrorism is completely eradicated

India's head coach Gautam Gambhir on Tuesday (May 6) called for a total suspension of all cricketing relations with Pakistan, including playing in the Asia Cup and ICC tournaments, after the recent terror attack in Jammu and Kashmir's Pahalgam. Gambhir stressed that India should not participate in any cricketing activity with Pakistan until cross-border terrorism is completely eradicated. India has not hosted a full series against Pakistan since 2007 as a result of strained relations, and the two countries only face each other at multi-team events. Gambhir supported putting even these meetings on hold. "My personal answer to this is absolutely no. Till all this (cross-border terrorism) doesn't stop there should not be anything between India and Pakistan," Gambhir said when asked about the future of Indo-Pak cricket in the current environment at event by organised by ABP. Also Read: 'You have to be ready to sacrifice your childhood', Ukrainian chess GM Anna Muzychuk on price of success The demand for cutting ties follows the April 22 Pahalgam terror attack, during which 26 persons, mostly tourists, were killed. 'Government's call to whether we play them or not' "Ultimately this is government's call whether we play them or not. I have said this before also, no cricket match or Bollywood or any other interaction is more important than the life of Indian soldiers and Indian citizens," Gambhir said. "Matches will keep happening, movies will be made, singers will continue to perform but nothing comes close to losing a loved one in your family." Asked specifically about India playing Pakistan in the Asia Cup this year or the T20 World Cup, to be co-hosted by India and Sri Lanka next year, Gambhir placed the onus on the BCCI and the government. On the question of whether India could play Pakistan at the Asia Cup or the 2024 T20 World Cup, which is to be co-hosted by India and Sri Lanka, Gambhir left it on the BCCI and the government to decide. "This is not up to me, this is for BCCI and more importantly the government to decide whether we should play them or not. As part of an agreement worked out between the BCCI, the Pakistan Cricket Board and the ICC, all India-Pakistan matches in ICC events will be played in a neutral country till the 2027 cycle.

'Nothing comes close to losing...': Gambhir calls for no cricket against Pakistan in ICC tournaments

The Indian Air Force will carry out a large-scale military exercise in Rajasthan, close to the international border with Pakistan. The drill was confirmed through a Notice to Airmen (NOTAM) issued on Tuesday.
The exercise is set to start at 3:30 PM on 7 May and will continue until 9:30 PM on 8 May. During this period, airspace in the region will be restricted. Flights landing at or departing from airports near the border are expected to be suspended.
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<h2>Exercise comes days after the Pahalgam terror attack</h2>
The timing of the military exercise is significant, coming just days after a terror attack in Pahalgam, Jammu and Kashmir, in which 26 civilians were killed. The area remains tense as India responds to the latest cross-border violence.
Though the Indian Ministry of Defence has not directly linked the upcoming drill to the recent attack, it is widely seen as a clear signal of India&rsquo;s readiness and alertness in a volatile situation.
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<h2>Pakistan-India airspace tensions escalate</h2>
This development follows India&rsquo;s move to ban all Pakistani-registered and military aircraft from its airspace. The restriction began on 30 April and will remain in effect until 23 May.
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The decision was made in response to Pakistan&rsquo;s earlier ban on Indian flights, which came after the deadly Pahalgam attack. The reciprocal airspace closures mark a serious escalation in tensions between the two nuclear-armed neighbours.
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India news: The exercise is set to start at 3:30 PM on 7 May and will continue until 9:30 PM on 8 May. During this period, airspace in the region will be restricted.

The Indian Air Force will carry out a large-scale military exercise in Rajasthan, close to the international border with Pakistan. The drill was confirmed through a Notice to Airmen (NOTAM) issued on Tuesday. The exercise is set to start at 3:30 PM on 7 May and will continue until 9:30 PM on 8 May. During this period, airspace in the region will be restricted. Flights landing at or departing from airports near the border are expected to be suspended. Also read: Pahalgam attack: UNSC refuses to accept 'false flag' theory, questions Pak on LeT involvement Exercise comes days after the Pahalgam terror attack The timing of the military exercise is significant, coming just days after a terror attack in Pahalgam, Jammu and Kashmir, in which 26 civilians were killed. The area remains tense as India responds to the latest cross-border violence. Though the Indian Ministry of Defence has not directly linked the upcoming drill to the recent attack, it is widely seen as a clear signal of India’s readiness and alertness in a volatile situation. Also read: Pahalgam terror attack linked to 1999 Kandahar hijack? Here's how Pakistan-India airspace tensions escalate This development follows India’s move to ban all Pakistani-registered and military aircraft from its airspace. The restriction began on 30 April and will remain in effect until 23 May. Also read: 'Will go hungry, but get the bomb’: How Pakistan got the nuclear bomb? A story of desperation, fear, and rivalry with India The decision was made in response to Pakistan’s earlier ban on Indian flights, which came after the deadly Pahalgam attack. The reciprocal airspace closures mark a serious escalation in tensions between the two nuclear-armed neighbours. Also read: Inside India, Pakistan’s nuclear arsenals: Who has more, and what would happen if New Delhi, Islamabad unleash their nukes?

India to hold major air force drills near Pakistan border two weeks after Pahalgam terror attack: Why it matters

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.
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<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;
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<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

Amid heightened tensions with neighbouring Pakistan, India's Ministry of Home Affairs has announced civil defence mock drills will be conducted on May 7. These exercises will be conducted across 244 districts across the nation by Directorate General Fire Services, Civil Defence and Home Guards under&nbsp; Ministry of Home Affairs, Government of India.
The mock drills will be conducted by Civil Defence volunteers, and NCC cadets along with other support personnel will work in tandem to expedite the exercise smoothly.
<h2>What are civil defence mock drills?</h2>
The objective of the drill is to check the preparedness of the country in unforeseen hostile times. It is also to train the citizens to safeguard themselves and offer help to those in need. Proactive actions, presence of mind and essential skills are taught during these drills.
<h2>What will happen on May 7?</h2>
Mock drills will be conducted in the 244 categorised districts. People in these areas are likely to hear sirens and experience blackouts alongside the training.
Training: Citizens will be trained on the civil defence aspects to protect themselves in the event of a hostile attack.
Evacuation: Volunteers will train people to carry out evacuation in the time of need and to do so with creating a situation of panic. This is also to acquaint people with processes to ensure safety.
Air raid: The effectiveness of air raid warning systems will be assessed, along with the operationalisation of hotline/radio communication links with the Indian Air Force.
Control room: The functionality of control rooms and shadow control rooms will be checked.
Blackout: People will be trained to act responsibly while city lights will be dimmed. This is to train citizens to avoid being detected during air raids and strikes.
<h2>Objective of Civil Defence Corps</h2>
The main aim is to save lives, minimise loss of property and maintain continuity of production. It is also key for the organisation to ensure the morale of people is high.
It is during hostile situations like war and emergencies that the Civil Defence organisation play the pivotal role of guarding the nation and hinterland and supporting the Armed forces.
The organisation also looks after mobilising citizens and helping civil administration.
Additionally, its responsibilities include threat perceptions against chemical, biological warfare and nuclear weapons, and natural and man-made disasters.

Amid heightened tensions with neighbouring Pakistan, India's Ministry of Home Affairs has announced civil defence mock drills will be conducted on May 7. India news

Amid heightened tensions with neighbouring Pakistan, India's Ministry of Home Affairs has announced civil defence mock drills will be conducted on May 7. These exercises will be conducted across 244 districts across the nation by Directorate General Fire Services, Civil Defence and Home Guards under Ministry of Home Affairs, Government of India. The mock drills will be conducted by Civil Defence volunteers, and NCC cadets along with other support personnel will work in tandem to expedite the exercise smoothly. What are civil defence mock drills? The objective of the drill is to check the preparedness of the country in unforeseen hostile times. It is also to train the citizens to safeguard themselves and offer help to those in need. Proactive actions, presence of mind and essential skills are taught during these drills. What will happen on May 7? Mock drills will be conducted in the 244 categorised districts. People in these areas are likely to hear sirens and experience blackouts alongside the training. Training: Citizens will be trained on the civil defence aspects to protect themselves in the event of a hostile attack. Evacuation: Volunteers will train people to carry out evacuation in the time of need and to do so with creating a situation of panic. This is also to acquaint people with processes to ensure safety. Air raid: The effectiveness of air raid warning systems will be assessed, along with the operationalisation of hotline/radio communication links with the Indian Air Force. Control room: The functionality of control rooms and shadow control rooms will be checked. Blackout: People will be trained to act responsibly while city lights will be dimmed. This is to train citizens to avoid being detected during air raids and strikes. Objective of Civil Defence Corps The main aim is to save lives, minimise loss of property and maintain continuity of production. It is also key for the organisation to ensure the morale of people is high. It is during hostile situations like war and emergencies that the Civil Defence organisation play the pivotal role of guarding the nation and hinterland and supporting the Armed forces. The organisation also looks after mobilising citizens and helping civil administration. Additionally, its responsibilities include threat perceptions against chemical, biological warfare and nuclear weapons, and natural and man-made disasters.

Nationwide civil defence mock drill: Here's all you need to know

US House Speaker Mike Johnson strongly assured India amid rising Indo-Pak tensions, saying that the US would provide resources and necessary energy to India to fight against terrorism.&nbsp;
His remarks come after tensions heightened between India and Pakistan after the <a href="https://www.wionews.com/tags/pahalgam-terror-attack">Pahalgam terror attack</a> that killed 26 people last month. Following the attack, Pakistan-backed terrorists claimed the attack, however, they later stepped back from it.&nbsp;
Calling India an "important partner", Johnson said that the US will do everything possible to support these efforts.&nbsp;
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&ldquo;We want to stand with our allies. India is a very important partner to us in so many ways. India has to stand against terrorism as well. I think that's all part of this relationship as it develops," the US House speaker assured.
He added, "The Trump administration clearly understands the importance of that relationship and clearly understands the importance of the threat of terrorism."
"And so I think if that threat is increased, I think you'll see the administration...focus more energy and resources and time to help assist with that. That's certainly our hope,&rdquo; Johnson added.&nbsp;
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Earlier also, the Trump administration has condemned the April 22 attack in Jammu and Kashmir's Pahalgam.&nbsp;
US Secretary of State Marco Rubio spoke with External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar and reaffirmed their commitment to cooperate with India against terrorism.&nbsp;
US President Donald Trump expressed support for India. He even called Prime Minister Narendra Modi and conveyed his deepest condolences for the loss of lives in the attack.&nbsp;
"President Trump strongly condemned the terror attack and expressed full support to India to bring to justice the perpetrators of this heinous attack. India and the United States stand together in the fight against terror," India's Ministry of External Affairs spokesperson said.&nbsp;
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Calling India an "important partner", US House Speaker Mike Johnson said that the US will do everything possible to support these efforts. WORLD India news

US House Speaker Mike Johnson strongly assured India amid rising Indo-Pak tensions, saying that the US would provide resources and necessary energy to India to fight against terrorism. His remarks come after tensions heightened between India and Pakistan after the Pahalgam terror attack that killed 26 people last month. Following the attack, Pakistan-backed terrorists claimed the attack, however, they later stepped back from it. Calling India an "important partner", Johnson said that the US will do everything possible to support these efforts. watch | India offers tariff cut in US trade talks “We want to stand with our allies. India is a very important partner to us in so many ways. India has to stand against terrorism as well. I think that's all part of this relationship as it develops," the US House speaker assured. He added, "The Trump administration clearly understands the importance of that relationship and clearly understands the importance of the threat of terrorism." "And so I think if that threat is increased, I think you'll see the administration...focus more energy and resources and time to help assist with that. That's certainly our hope,” Johnson added. Also read: Pahalgam attack: In closed-door meeting, UNSC asks Pak tough questions amid tensions with India Earlier also, the Trump administration has condemned the April 22 attack in Jammu and Kashmir's Pahalgam. US Secretary of State Marco Rubio spoke with External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar and reaffirmed their commitment to cooperate with India against terrorism. US President Donald Trump expressed support for India. He even called Prime Minister Narendra Modi and conveyed his deepest condolences for the loss of lives in the attack. "President Trump strongly condemned the terror attack and expressed full support to India to bring to justice the perpetrators of this heinous attack. India and the United States stand together in the fight against terror," India's Ministry of External Affairs spokesperson said. Also read: Rubio speaks to Jaishankar and Pak PM Shehbaz Sharif, tells Islamabad to cooperate in Pahalgam attack probe and condemn it

US to aid India against terrorism? House Speaker Mike Johnson assures 'important partner India' amid Indo-Pak tensions

A Pakistani national has been apprehended from the LoC in the Poonch sector, J&amp;K. Further investigation is underway, says an Army official. This is a developing story, more to follow.

A Pakistani national has been apprehended from the LoC in the Poonch sector, J&K. Further investigation is underway, says an Army official. India news

A Pakistani national has been apprehended from the LoC in the Poonch sector, J&K. Further investigation is underway, says an Army official. This is a developing story, more to follow.

Pakistani national apprehended by Indian Army at LoC

Ahead of the nationwide civil defence drills, Srinagar Police and State Disaster Response Force (SDRF) have conducted a comprehensive mock drill in Dal Lake on Tuesday. The exercise emphasises on response preparedness for&nbsp;unforeseen&nbsp;scenarios like boat capsizing and drowning incidents.
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<a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/WATCH?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#WATCH</a> | Srinagar, J&amp;K | SDRF personnel hold exercise to prepare for tomorrow's mock drill at Dal lake MHA has asked several states and UTs to conduct mock drills for effective civil defence, tomorrow, May 7. <a href="https://t.co/FEUQYw8huG">pic.twitter.com/FEUQYw8huG</a>
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The team practiced rescue and response procedures in real-time to mitigate effective rescue and response measures during contingent situations under established guidelines and safety protocols.
Talking about capsizing incidents on Dal Lake, J&amp;K CM Omar Abdullah, while speaking to news agency ANI said, "Two boats capsized in the last days, and hence, we have asked the SDRF to look into it and deploy a team there (at Dal Lake)."
He added, "We all understand the situation here. It will take time. We must look into it so that we don't affect the innocent people of Jammu &amp; Kashmir in our efforts to catch those who were involved in the Pahalgam attack. We have conveyed this concern of ours."
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Drills are being conducted in Jammu schools, where students are being taught how to respond to any eventuality. A teacher said, "We inform the students how to save themselves in any adverse situation. We train them on how to lead themselves to a protected area."
<h3>Here's the video</h3>
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<a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/WATCH?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#WATCH</a> | Students in a Jammu school being trained to respond to any eventuality during a mock drill exercise MHA has directed countrywide mock drills on May 7 <a href="https://t.co/NxxxmOGetn">pic.twitter.com/NxxxmOGetn</a>
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"SDRF teams have also enhanced capacity building and logistical support to contain any future contingencies. During the mock drill, SSP Enforcement, SP Zone East Srinagar, SP HQ Srinagar, DySP HQ Srinagar and Dy SP SDRF were present to monitor the preparedness exercise," was mentioned in the release.
"This mock drill underscores the commitment of the Jammu &amp; Kashmir Police in ensuring prompt and effective responses to emergencies, thereby, strengthening overall public safety and preparedness in the region," it further added.

Ahead of the nationwide civil defence drills, Srinagar Police in coordination with Tourist Police and teams of State Disaster Response Force (SDRF) has conducted a comprehensive mock drill in Dal Lake on Tuesday. India news

Ahead of the nationwide civil defence drills, Srinagar Police and State Disaster Response Force (SDRF) have conducted a comprehensive mock drill in Dal Lake on Tuesday. The exercise emphasises on response preparedness for unforeseen scenarios like boat capsizing and drowning incidents. #WATCH | Srinagar, J&K | SDRF personnel hold exercise to prepare for tomorrow's mock drill at Dal lake MHA has asked several states and UTs to conduct mock drills for effective civil defence, tomorrow, May 7. pic.twitter.com/FEUQYw8huG — ANI (@ANI) May 6, 2025 The team practiced rescue and response procedures in real-time to mitigate effective rescue and response measures during contingent situations under established guidelines and safety protocols. Talking about capsizing incidents on Dal Lake, J&K CM Omar Abdullah, while speaking to news agency ANI said, "Two boats capsized in the last days, and hence, we have asked the SDRF to look into it and deploy a team there (at Dal Lake)." He added, "We all understand the situation here. It will take time. We must look into it so that we don't affect the innocent people of Jammu & Kashmir in our efforts to catch those who were involved in the Pahalgam attack. We have conveyed this concern of ours." Also read: Jammu and Kashmir: Security forces bust terror hideout in Poonch, recover 5 IEDs and radio sets Drills are being conducted in Jammu schools, where students are being taught how to respond to any eventuality. A teacher said, "We inform the students how to save themselves in any adverse situation. We train them on how to lead themselves to a protected area." Here's the video #WATCH | Students in a Jammu school being trained to respond to any eventuality during a mock drill exercise MHA has directed countrywide mock drills on May 7 pic.twitter.com/NxxxmOGetn — ANI (@ANI) May 6, 2025 "SDRF teams have also enhanced capacity building and logistical support to contain any future contingencies. During the mock drill, SSP Enforcement, SP Zone East Srinagar, SP HQ Srinagar, DySP HQ Srinagar and Dy SP SDRF were present to monitor the preparedness exercise," was mentioned in the release. "This mock drill underscores the commitment of the Jammu & Kashmir Police in ensuring prompt and effective responses to emergencies, thereby, strengthening overall public safety and preparedness in the region," it further added.

J&K prepares ahead of nationwide civil defence drills - WATCH

Global carriers Air France, Germany's Lufthansa and other airlines have cautiously decided to avoid the Pakistan airspace. This decision comes amid rising tensions between nuclear-armed nations India and Pakistan.
Islamabad has been exhibiting its military prowess, while India has ordered mock drills to be conducted across 244 districts in the country. This comes after the country witnessed a dastardly attack on tourists in Kashmir's Pahalgam that claimed 26 lives.
Lufthansa released a statement alerting flyers about a possible delay due to a change in the route. The airline mentioned that their aircraft will be avoiding Pakistani airspace, and so the journey could take longer to reach destinations in Asia. Also read: <a href="https://www.wionews.com/india-news/pahalgam-terror-attack-live-updates-may-6-jammu-and-kashmir-pakistan-india-9038672">Pahalgam Terror Attack LIVE: UNSC members refuse to accept Pakistan's &ldquo;false flag&rdquo; narrative; Officials arrive at Home Ministry for meeting to conduct mock drills</a>
The statement read: "Due to the current situation, the airlines of the Lufthansa Group are avoiding Pakistani airspace until further notice. This will result in longer flight times on some routes to Asia."
It added, "We regret any inconvenience caused by the resulting delays. We kindly ask all passengers to check their flight status in the app or on the website before departure. Lufthansa Group is, of course, continuing to monitor the current developments closely. Safety is the top priority for all airlines in the Lufthansa Group at all times."
<h3>Pahalgam terror attack</h3>
On April 22, tourists were enjoying the scenic beauty of the Baisaran meadow, a&nbsp;location popular among travellers. While spending time with their loved ones, the tourists suddenly heard rounds of gunshots and the armed men held many at gunpoint and shot at close range.
The attack is said to have been orchestrated and planned by The Resistance Front, which is an offshoot of the terrorist group Lashkar-e-Taiba (LeT). &nbsp; Soon after claiming responsibility, the terror outfit shifted gears and in a U-turn move, hinted that their social media account was hacked. Also distancing themselves from the statement they released.
Condemning the incident, former J&amp;K DGP Shesh Paul Vaid said, "This is Pulwama 2 moment of India. This was a Hamas-style attack on 7 October on Israel."
On Thursday (Apr 24), PM Modi said, "Today, from the soil of Bihar, I say to the whole world, India will identify, track and punish every terrorist and those backing them. We will pursue them to the ends of the Earth. India's spirit will never be broken by terrorism."

Global carriers Air France, Germany's Lufthansa and other airlines have cautiously decided to avoid the Pakistan airspace. World

Global carriers Air France, Germany's Lufthansa and other airlines have cautiously decided to avoid the Pakistan airspace. This decision comes amid rising tensions between nuclear-armed nations India and Pakistan. Islamabad has been exhibiting its military prowess, while India has ordered mock drills to be conducted across 244 districts in the country. This comes after the country witnessed a dastardly attack on tourists in Kashmir's Pahalgam that claimed 26 lives. Lufthansa released a statement alerting flyers about a possible delay due to a change in the route. The airline mentioned that their aircraft will be avoiding Pakistani airspace, and so the journey could take longer to reach destinations in Asia. Also read: Pahalgam Terror Attack LIVE: UNSC members refuse to accept Pakistan's “false flag” narrative; Officials arrive at Home Ministry for meeting to conduct mock drills The statement read: "Due to the current situation, the airlines of the Lufthansa Group are avoiding Pakistani airspace until further notice. This will result in longer flight times on some routes to Asia." It added, "We regret any inconvenience caused by the resulting delays. We kindly ask all passengers to check their flight status in the app or on the website before departure. Lufthansa Group is, of course, continuing to monitor the current developments closely. Safety is the top priority for all airlines in the Lufthansa Group at all times." Pahalgam terror attack On April 22, tourists were enjoying the scenic beauty of the Baisaran meadow, a location popular among travellers. While spending time with their loved ones, the tourists suddenly heard rounds of gunshots and the armed men held many at gunpoint and shot at close range. The attack is said to have been orchestrated and planned by The Resistance Front, which is an offshoot of the terrorist group Lashkar-e-Taiba (LeT). Soon after claiming responsibility, the terror outfit shifted gears and in a U-turn move, hinted that their social media account was hacked. Also distancing themselves from the statement they released. Condemning the incident, former J&K DGP Shesh Paul Vaid said, "This is Pulwama 2 moment of India. This was a Hamas-style attack on 7 October on Israel." On Thursday (Apr 24), PM Modi said, "Today, from the soil of Bihar, I say to the whole world, India will identify, track and punish every terrorist and those backing them. We will pursue them to the ends of the Earth. India's spirit will never be broken by terrorism."

'Longer flight times': Lufthansa issues notice, passengers to be airborne for longer. Here's why

The United Nations security council held closed door consultations amid escalating tensions between India and Pakistan over the terror attack in Pahalgam that killed 26 people. UN Secretary general Antonio Guterres urged the countries to exercise maximum restraint to avoid further deterioration of geopolitical stability. Watch in for more details!

Pahalgam attack: UN chief asks India, Pak to step back, says, 'Military solution is no solution'

Indian lawmakers have raised concerns about some of the content on social media following the terror attack in Pahalgam. Watch in for more details!

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UN Security Council members raised tough questions for Pakistan at its informal session today. They refused to accept the “false flag” narrative and asked whether LeT was likely to be involved. There was broad condemnation of the terrorist attack and recognition of the need for accountability. Some members specifically brought up targeting of tourists on the basis of their religious faith. Many members expressed concern that Pakistan’s missile tests and nuclear rhetoric were escalatory factors. Pakistan’s efforts to internationalise the situation also failed. They were advised to sort out the issues bilaterally with India: Sources on the UNSC closed-door session on Kashmir.

Breaking | Pahalgam attack: UNSC members refuse to accept Pak's 'false flag' narrative, sources

On Monday (May 5), Russia called for de-escalation between India and Pakistan amid rising border tensions. It is after the dastardly terror attack in Kashmir's Pahalgam claimed 26 lives that both countries are exhibiting their military prowess.
Post the attack on April 22, Lashkar-e-Taiba's (LeT) offshoot, The Resistance Front (TRP), claimed responsibility. Soon after, the terror outfit shifted gears and in a U-turn move, hinted that their social media account was hacked. Also distancing themselves from the statement they released.
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Speaking to the media, Kremlin spokesperson Dmitry Peskov said, &ldquo;We hope that the parties will be able to take measures... that will reduce tensions."
He added, &ldquo;We are following the tense atmosphere that has developed on the border with great concern.&rdquo;
New Delhi holds Islamabad responsible for the attack on tourists in the Baisaran meadow, a place known for its untouched beauty. India had advised Pakistani nationals to leave the country on a deadline, it further reduced the number of officials.
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&ldquo;India is our strategic partner. Pakistan is also our partner. We value our relations with both Delhi and Islamabad,&rdquo; Peskov said.
On Monday (May 5), Indian Ministry of Home Affairs released an advisory asking 'several states to conduct mock drills for effective civil defence on May 7'.
The Kremlin said in a statement, President Vladimir Putin told Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi during a phone call that the "particularly privileged partnership" between Moscow and Delhi was "not subject to external influence and continues to develop dynamically in all areas".

Russia called for de-escalation between India and Pakistan amid rising border tensions. It is after the dastardly terror attack in Kashmir's Pahalgam claimed 26 lives that both countries are exhibiting their military prowess. World

On Monday (May 5), Russia called for de-escalation between India and Pakistan amid rising border tensions. It is after the dastardly terror attack in Kashmir's Pahalgam claimed 26 lives that both countries are exhibiting their military prowess. Post the attack on April 22, Lashkar-e-Taiba's (LeT) offshoot, The Resistance Front (TRP), claimed responsibility. Soon after, the terror outfit shifted gears and in a U-turn move, hinted that their social media account was hacked. Also distancing themselves from the statement they released. WATCH | Pahalgam Attack: US, UK, Russia & France Back India's Fight Against Terrorism Speaking to the media, Kremlin spokesperson Dmitry Peskov said, “We hope that the parties will be able to take measures... that will reduce tensions." He added, “We are following the tense atmosphere that has developed on the border with great concern.” New Delhi holds Islamabad responsible for the attack on tourists in the Baisaran meadow, a place known for its untouched beauty. India had advised Pakistani nationals to leave the country on a deadline, it further reduced the number of officials. Also read: Pahalgam Terror Attack LIVE: India’s former envoy says 'no significant outcome' came after UNSC meet, Pak violates ceasefire again “India is our strategic partner. Pakistan is also our partner. We value our relations with both Delhi and Islamabad,” Peskov said. On Monday (May 5), Indian Ministry of Home Affairs released an advisory asking 'several states to conduct mock drills for effective civil defence on May 7'. The Kremlin said in a statement, President Vladimir Putin told Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi during a phone call that the "particularly privileged partnership" between Moscow and Delhi was "not subject to external influence and continues to develop dynamically in all areas".

'Privileged partnership not subject to...' says Russia as it calls for de-escalation between India and Pakistan

Amid the ongoing tensions with India after the Pahalgam terror attack, UN Security Council members raised tough questions for Pakistan at its informal session on Monday (May 5). Members of the council refused to accept the &ldquo;false flag&rdquo; narrative and asked Pakistan whether the Lashkar-e-Taiba (LeT) was likely to be involved," news agency ANI reported. This came after Secretary-General Antonio Guterres warned that the situation had reached its most volatile point in years. There was broad condemnation of the terrorist attack and recognition of the need for accountability.
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"Targeting civilians is unacceptable &ndash; and those responsible must be brought to justice through credible and lawful means,&rdquo; Guterres said in the meeting.&nbsp;
Some members in the meeting also specifically brought up targeting tourists based on their religious faith on April 22 in J&amp;K&rsquo;s Pahalgam. Many members also expressed concern that Pakistan&rsquo;s missile tests and nuclear rhetoric were escalatory factors.&nbsp;
Moreover, Pakistan&rsquo;s efforts to internationalise the entire situation also failed in a meeting as the meeting (called by Pakistan) was concluded without any statement, resolution, or official outcome.&nbsp;
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Pakistan was advised by the members in the meeting to seek out the issues bilaterally with India, sources on the UNSC closed-door session on Jammu and Kashmir said, ANI reported.&nbsp;
'Dialogue and peaceful resolution' &nbsp; The meeting lasted for around 90 minutes, but the council did not release any statement post-meeting.&nbsp;
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Pakistan's Permanent Representative to the United Nations, Asim Iftikhar Ahmad, said that the motive of the meeting was to hold a discussion on the worsening security environment and rising tensions between India and Pakistan.&nbsp;
Assistant Secretary-General for the Middle East, Asia and the Pacific in the Departments of Political and Peacebuilding Affairs and Peace Operations, Khaled Mohamed Khiari of Tunisia said that after the meeting, teh council called for "dialogue and peaceful resolution of the conflict", news agency PTI rpeorted.&nbsp;
A Russian diplomat, coming out of the meeting, said, &ldquo;We hope for de-escalation.&rdquo;&nbsp;
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India News | South Asia | Paksitan | Amid the ongoing tensions with India after the Pahalgam terror attack, UN Security Council members raised tough questions for Pakistan at its informal session on Monday (May 5).

Amid the ongoing tensions with India after the Pahalgam terror attack, UN Security Council members raised tough questions for Pakistan at its informal session on Monday (May 5). Members of the council refused to accept the “false flag” narrative and asked Pakistan whether the Lashkar-e-Taiba (LeT) was likely to be involved," news agency ANI reported. This came after Secretary-General Antonio Guterres warned that the situation had reached its most volatile point in years. There was broad condemnation of the terrorist attack and recognition of the need for accountability. Also read: Pahalgam Terror Attack LIVE: UNSC members refuse to accept Pakistan's “false flag” narrative in closed-door meeting, raise tough questions "Targeting civilians is unacceptable – and those responsible must be brought to justice through credible and lawful means,” Guterres said in the meeting. Some members in the meeting also specifically brought up targeting tourists based on their religious faith on April 22 in J&K’s Pahalgam. Many members also expressed concern that Pakistan’s missile tests and nuclear rhetoric were escalatory factors. Moreover, Pakistan’s efforts to internationalise the entire situation also failed in a meeting as the meeting (called by Pakistan) was concluded without any statement, resolution, or official outcome. Also read: 'Privileged partnership not subject to...' says Russia as it calls for de-escalation between India and Pakistan Pakistan was advised by the members in the meeting to seek out the issues bilaterally with India, sources on the UNSC closed-door session on Jammu and Kashmir said, ANI reported. 'Dialogue and peaceful resolution' The meeting lasted for around 90 minutes, but the council did not release any statement post-meeting. Also read: Shah Rukh Khan to Kiara Advani: All the Indian celebrities who walked the red carpet at Met Gala 2025 Pakistan's Permanent Representative to the United Nations, Asim Iftikhar Ahmad, said that the motive of the meeting was to hold a discussion on the worsening security environment and rising tensions between India and Pakistan. Assistant Secretary-General for the Middle East, Asia and the Pacific in the Departments of Political and Peacebuilding Affairs and Peace Operations, Khaled Mohamed Khiari of Tunisia said that after the meeting, teh council called for "dialogue and peaceful resolution of the conflict", news agency PTI rpeorted. A Russian diplomat, coming out of the meeting, said, “We hope for de-escalation.” Also read: Pahalgam terror attack fallout: India-Pakistan tension at its ‘boiling point’, says UN chief

'Was LeT involved or not?’: Pakistan faces tough questions at UNSC meeting over Pahalgam attack, council rejects ‘false flag’ narrative