India has repelled a second Pakistan strike in 24 hours, responding with a strong counter-attack under Operation Sindoor. The move comes after Pakistan shelling killed 17 civilians and injured over 60. India's military neutralised a swarm drone onslaught and foiled Pakistan's missile attacks.

India-Pakistan war: 17 civilians killed, over 60 injured in Pakistan shelling

The Border Security Force (BSF) has foiled a massive infiltration bid in Jammu and Kashmir's Samba sector, killing at least 7 terrorists who were trying to enter India with the help of Pakistani rangers.

Breaking | Group of terrorists trying to enter India killed

Amid escalating tensions between India and Pakistan, markets have reacted differently. While Pakistan stocks plummeted around 10% in three days, Indian markets showed resilience with a relatively modest dip of around 1.5%. Indian defence stocks, however, saw buying interest.

India-Pakistan war: Pakistan stocks down around 10% in three days

Military stations in Jammu, Pathankot, and Udhampur were targeted by Pakistan using missiles and drones. There have been no losses reported. India has successfully foiled Pakistan's drone and missile attack, as stated in a categorical statement.

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As tensions escalated, U.S. Secretary of State Marco Rubio swiftly intervened, contacting his counterparts in both New Delhi and Islamabad. He urged Indian External Affairs Minister Dr. S. Jaishankar and Pakistan's Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif to pursue dialogue and work toward de-escalation. Watch this for more details!

India-Pakistan war: US Secretary Rubio calls for immediate de-escalation from both sides

India-Pakistan war: White House pushes for dialogue, avoids intervention

Down decades of repeated India-Pakistan conflicts, every single time Pakistan has tried to provoke, India has answered with the weapons of its era, delivering a lesson that has echoed through time in history. Watch in for more details!

India-Pak War | Army Says Pak Drone Attacks Were Effectively Repulsed And Befitting Reply Was Given

The Pakistan Army has opened fire on civilian houses in multiple locations along the Line of Control (LoC) in Jammu and Kashmir's Kupwara district, causing damage to several homes. The Indian Army has responded in a calibrated manner to the Pakistani firing.

Breaking | Pakistan army opens fire at civilian houses along LoC J&K

India-Pakistan War: India Opens 3 Gates Of Salal Dam In Jammu And Kashmir

Security has been heightened around historical monuments in Delhi, including the Red Fort, amid rising tensions. CISF and Delhi Police personnel have been deployed to ensure safety and security.

Breaking | Security beefed up around historical monuments in India's capital

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<div data-olk-copy-source="MessageBody">As tensions between India and Pakistan escalate, markets in both countries have turned extremely volatile, with the Pakistani stock index experiencing a more significant hit.</div>
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<div>The turmoil reached new heights on Friday, as India's equity markets closed sharply lower, and Pakistan's KSE-100 index see-sawing wildly, driven by growing geopolitical risks.</div>
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<div>This instability largely stems from Pakistan's response to India's response to the April 22 terror attack in Pahalgam that killed 26 people.</div>
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<h2><span><b data-olk-copy-source="MessageBody">Indian Markets slide as conflict escalates</b></span></h2>
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<p><span data-olk-copy-source="MessageBody">The benchmark Sensex Index was down by over 800 points and closed at 79,925.34, still down over 800 points. Meanwhile, t</span><span>he broader NSE Nifty50 was down about 1 per cent, testing the 24,000-point mark at the closing bell.&nbsp;</span></p>
<p><span>The sectoral landscape also reflected weakness, with the S&amp;P BSE mid-cap and small-cap indices trading firmly in the red.</span></p>
<p><span>Interestingly, the Nifty consumer durables index stood out as the sole gainer, posting modest gains amid the broader market decline.</span></p>
<p><span>Still, experts cited India&rsquo;s economic fundamentals&mdash;driven by robust GDP growth and softening interest rates&mdash;as key factors underpinning long-term investor confidence.</span></p>
<p><span>However, the prevailing geopolitical uncertainty weighed heavily on sentiment, triggering caution among market participants.</span></p>
<p><span>On the BSE, 2,466 stocks declined while only 423 advanced, indicating a widespread sell-off.</span></p>
<p><span>Despite the weak sentiment, Foreign Portfolio Investors (FPIs) remained net buyers, pumping in ₹2,007.96 crore into equities, whereas Domestic Institutional Investors (DIIs) booked profits, selling shares worth ₹596.25 crore.</span></p>
<div>Amid the overall market downturn, defence stocks emerged as clear winners.</div>
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<div>With heightened tensions and expectations of increased defence spending, stocks of companies like Hindustan Aeronautics Ltd (HAL), Bharat Electronics Ltd (BEL), and Mazagon Dock Shipbuilders saw sharp gains, some climbing as much as 5 per cent.</div>
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<div>This surge underscores investor confidence in the defence sector, with an anticipated boost in military procurement and operations.</div>
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<div>On the global stage, companies such as Dassault Aviation, makers of Rafale jets, also saw increased buying interest, highlighting a worldwide trend toward strengthening defence capabilities amid geopolitical uncertainty.</div>
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<h2>Indian rupee takes a hit</h2>
<div>On the currency front, the Indian rupee extended its slide on Friday after falling 1.1 per cent to reach ₹85.57 per dollar, marking its sharpest decline since February 2022.</div>
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<div>The rupee's drop reflects growing investor caution amid geopolitical instability and heightened demand for the safe-haven US Dollar.</div>
<h2>Pakistan's KSE-100 gyrates wildly</h2>
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<p><span data-olk-copy-source="MessageBody">Pakistan&rsquo;s KSE-100 index see-sawed throughout the day, eventually posting strong gains.&nbsp;</span></p>
<p><span>It closed 3.52 per cent higher at 107,174.64, up 3,647.82 points.&nbsp;</span></p>
<div data-olk-copy-source="MessageBody">Over the past three sessions, the Pakistan Stock Exchange has shed over 10 per cent, reflecting growing fears of economic instability and anxiety ahead of an IMF board review.</div>
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<h2>Rising tensions: India-Pakistan standoff escalates</h2>
<div>On the ground, military activity has surged on both sides of the border. In response to rising threats, India has bolstered security in New Delhi, deploying additional forces and enhancing surveillance.</div>
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<div>In a strategic move, India has suspended trade ties with Pakistan and is actively reviewing the Indus Waters Treaty, signalling a hardening stance. Diplomatic relations remain tense, with both nations summoning each other's High Commissioners for the third time this week, emphasizing the severity of the situation.</div>
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<div>Given the ongoing geopolitical risks, experts predict continued market volatility in both Indian and Pakistani stock markets.</div>
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<div>While defence stocks may continue to see strong interest, aviation, tourism, and logistics sectors are expected to remain under pressure. Investors remain cautious as the situation remains fluid, with the potential for further escalation in the coming days.</div>

Business & Economy: The stock market fluctuation is primarily driven by Pakistan's response to India's actions following the April 22 terror attack in Pahalgam, which resulted in casualties.

As tensions between India and Pakistan escalate, markets in both countries have turned extremely volatile, with the Pakistani stock index experiencing a more significant hit. The turmoil reached new heights on Friday, as India's equity markets closed sharply lower, and Pakistan's KSE-100 index see-sawing wildly, driven by growing geopolitical risks. This instability largely stems from Pakistan's response to India's response to the April 22 terror attack in Pahalgam that killed 26 people. Indian Markets slide as conflict escalates The benchmark Sensex Index was down by over 800 points and closed at 79,925.34, still down over 800 points. Meanwhile, the broader NSE Nifty50 was down about 1 per cent, testing the 24,000-point mark at the closing bell. The sectoral landscape also reflected weakness, with the S&P BSE mid-cap and small-cap indices trading firmly in the red. Interestingly, the Nifty consumer durables index stood out as the sole gainer, posting modest gains amid the broader market decline. Still, experts cited India’s economic fundamentals—driven by robust GDP growth and softening interest rates—as key factors underpinning long-term investor confidence. However, the prevailing geopolitical uncertainty weighed heavily on sentiment, triggering caution among market participants. On the BSE, 2,466 stocks declined while only 423 advanced, indicating a widespread sell-off. Despite the weak sentiment, Foreign Portfolio Investors (FPIs) remained net buyers, pumping in ₹2,007.96 crore into equities, whereas Domestic Institutional Investors (DIIs) booked profits, selling shares worth ₹596.25 crore. Amid the overall market downturn, defence stocks emerged as clear winners. With heightened tensions and expectations of increased defence spending, stocks of companies like Hindustan Aeronautics Ltd (HAL), Bharat Electronics Ltd (BEL), and Mazagon Dock Shipbuilders saw sharp gains, some climbing as much as 5 per cent. This surge underscores investor confidence in the defence sector, with an anticipated boost in military procurement and operations. On the global stage, companies such as Dassault Aviation, makers of Rafale jets, also saw increased buying interest, highlighting a worldwide trend toward strengthening defence capabilities amid geopolitical uncertainty. Indian rupee takes a hit On the currency front, the Indian rupee extended its slide on Friday after falling 1.1 per cent to reach ₹85.57 per dollar, marking its sharpest decline since February 2022. The rupee's drop reflects growing investor caution amid geopolitical instability and heightened demand for the safe-haven US Dollar. Pakistan's KSE-100 gyrates wildly Pakistan’s KSE-100 index see-sawed throughout the day, eventually posting strong gains. It closed 3.52 per cent higher at 107,174.64, up 3,647.82 points. Over the past three sessions, the Pakistan Stock Exchange has shed over 10 per cent, reflecting growing fears of economic instability and anxiety ahead of an IMF board review. Rising tensions: India-Pakistan standoff escalates On the ground, military activity has surged on both sides of the border. In response to rising threats, India has bolstered security in New Delhi, deploying additional forces and enhancing surveillance. In a strategic move, India has suspended trade ties with Pakistan and is actively reviewing the Indus Waters Treaty, signalling a hardening stance. Diplomatic relations remain tense, with both nations summoning each other's High Commissioners for the third time this week, emphasizing the severity of the situation. Given the ongoing geopolitical risks, experts predict continued market volatility in both Indian and Pakistani stock markets. While defence stocks may continue to see strong interest, aviation, tourism, and logistics sectors are expected to remain under pressure. Investors remain cautious as the situation remains fluid, with the potential for further escalation in the coming days.

India-Pakistan tension: NIFTY, Sensex and KSE remain volatile amid escalating conflict

It's a crucial day for Pakistan as it faces a critical challenge. Pakistan prepares for an IMF board meeting in Washington today amid ongoing tensions with India. The global financial body is set to decide on its bailout package and review the financing facilities extended to Pakistan. Watch in for more details!

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India's Minister of External Affairs, S. Jaishankar, has spoken with U.S. Secretary of State Marco Rubio. Following their conversation, Jaishankar issued a statement in which he said, "Deeply appreciate the American commitment to work with India. Deeply appreciate the U.S. commitment in the fight against terror." Watch in for more details!

EAM S Jaishankar Issues Statement After Speaking To Marco Rubio

<p>India's precision strike on Pakistani terror targets on May 7 likely killed Abdul Rauf Azhar, brother of Jaish-e-Mohammad (JeM) chief Masood Azhar. Abdul Rauf Azhar rose to global prominence with the inception of JeM in 2000. Earlier, a letter said to be issued by Masood Azhar confirmed that as many as 10 members of Azhar's family were killed in India's targetted strike in Pakistan's Bahawalpur, including his sister and brother-in-law, nephew and niece. Moreover, <span>American activist Amy Mek, founder of the RAIR Foundation hailed India for delivering justice for the brutal murder of American-Jewish journalist <a href="https://www.wionews.com/india-news/colonel-sofiya-qureshi-who-co-led-operation-sindoor-briefing-was-once-lauded-by-supreme-court-9049044" rel="dofollow">Daniel Pearl.</a></span></p>
<p><strong>Read More | <a href="https://www.wionews.com/india-news/india-pakistan-war-operation-sindoor-pahalgam-terror-attack-turkey-azerbaijan-airlines-turkish-airlines-ban-9049675">#BoycottTurkeyAzerbaijan trends: Indian travel agencies say no to Turks, end tie up with Turkish airlines | Here's why</a></strong></p>
<h2>Masood Azhar, Abdul Rauf Azhar and hijack of Indian Airlines flight IC-814</h2>
<p>The world and particularly India came to know about terrorist Abdul Rauf Azhar after the hijack of the Indian Airlines flight (IC-814) in 1999. Rauf Azhar - the planner of the hijack - wanted the release of his brother Masood Azhar from Kot Balwal jail of Jammu.</p>
<p>Masood Azhar was arrested by Indian authorities in February 1994 in Srinagar, Jammu and Kashmir. He had entered India on a forged Portuguese passport under the alias "Shaikh Wali".&nbsp;He was held in Indian custody for over five years without being formally charged in a trial that led to conviction.</p>
<p>In December 1999, when Flight IC-814 was hijacked en route from Kathmandu to Delhi and taken to Taliban-controlled Kandahar in Afghanistan, Azhar along with two other terrorists&nbsp;Ahmed Omar Saeed Sheikh and&nbsp;Mushtaq Ahmed Zargar were released&nbsp;to save the 155 passengers onboard.</p>
<p><strong>Read More | <a href="https://www.wionews.com/india-news/india-used-uas-grid-system-to-foil-pakistans-attack-on-military-targets-what-is-uas-9049151">India used UAS Grid System to foil Pak's attack on military targets: Know about this efficient defence system in India's arsenal</a></strong></p>
<p>Shortly after his release, Masood Azhar went on to found JeM) in early 2000 in Pakistan. JeM was first designated a terrorist organization by the United States on October 26, 2001, following the 9/11 attacks and amid growing concern about global terrorism networks.&nbsp;India&nbsp; also banned JeM as terrorist organistion under its Unlawful Activities (Prevention) Act (UAPA) around the same time.</p>
<p><span>Notably, Masood Azhar also carried out an assassination attempt on Pakistani President Gen. Pervez Musharraf in 2003 and worked in tandem with al-Qaeda and Osama bin Laden on a number of terror projects.</span></p>
<h2>Abdul Rauf Azhar planned many attacks in India</h2>
<p>After 1999 hijack, Rauf Azhar was designated as a 'global terrorist' by the United States (US) in 2010.&nbsp;Following this, he orchestrated several more attacks on India, namely&nbsp;</p>
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<li>The Indian Parliament attack in 2001</li>
<li>The attack on the makeshift Ayodhya Ram temple in 2005</li>
<li>The attack at the Indian Air Force&rsquo;s Pathankot base in 2016</li>
<li>The Pulwama attack in 2019 that killed 40 Central Reserve Police Force (CRPF) personnel</li>
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<p><strong>Read More | <a href="https://www.wionews.com/india-news/colonel-sofiya-qureshi-who-co-led-operation-sindoor-briefing-was-once-lauded-by-supreme-court-9049044">Colonel Sofiya Qureshi, who co-led Operation Sindoor briefing, was once lauded by Supreme Court</a></strong></p>
<p>After the Pathankot attack, the National Investigation Agency (NIA) sought a red corner notice from Interpol against Rauf. The global agency issued a notice stating that Rauf was wanted for waging, or attempting to wage war, or abetting waging of war against the government of India, assaulting the president, governor, etc, with intent to compel or restrain the exercise of any lawful power besides being a member of terrorist gang or organisation among other offences.</p>
<p>A video of Rauf Azhar on a Pakistani website where he could be seen claiming responsibility for the Pathankot attack was sent to Interpol. However, the video mysteriously vanished and the Pakistani website was deleted. However, China delayed the imposition of sanctions sought by India and the US against Abdul Rauf Azhar at the United Nations. India's Operation Sindoor in 2025 might have finally ended terrorist Rauf Azhar.</p>

Pakistan, India News | India's precision strike likely killed Abdul Rauf Azhar, brother of terorrist Masood Azhar. Here's all about the attacks he planned and the hijack of IC814

India's precision strike on Pakistani terror targets on May 7 likely killed Abdul Rauf Azhar, brother of Jaish-e-Mohammad (JeM) chief Masood Azhar. Abdul Rauf Azhar rose to global prominence with the inception of JeM in 2000. Earlier, a letter said to be issued by Masood Azhar confirmed that as many as 10 members of Azhar's family were killed in India's targetted strike in Pakistan's Bahawalpur, including his sister and brother-in-law, nephew and niece. Moreover, American activist Amy Mek, founder of the RAIR Foundation hailed India for delivering justice for the brutal murder of American-Jewish journalist Daniel Pearl. Read More | #BoycottTurkeyAzerbaijan trends: Indian travel agencies say no to Turks, end tie up with Turkish airlines | Here's why Masood Azhar, Abdul Rauf Azhar and hijack of Indian Airlines flight IC-814 The world and particularly India came to know about terrorist Abdul Rauf Azhar after the hijack of the Indian Airlines flight (IC-814) in 1999. Rauf Azhar - the planner of the hijack - wanted the release of his brother Masood Azhar from Kot Balwal jail of Jammu. Masood Azhar was arrested by Indian authorities in February 1994 in Srinagar, Jammu and Kashmir. He had entered India on a forged Portuguese passport under the alias "Shaikh Wali". He was held in Indian custody for over five years without being formally charged in a trial that led to conviction. In December 1999, when Flight IC-814 was hijacked en route from Kathmandu to Delhi and taken to Taliban-controlled Kandahar in Afghanistan, Azhar along with two other terrorists Ahmed Omar Saeed Sheikh and Mushtaq Ahmed Zargar were released to save the 155 passengers onboard. Read More | India used UAS Grid System to foil Pak's attack on military targets: Know about this efficient defence system in India's arsenal Shortly after his release, Masood Azhar went on to found JeM) in early 2000 in Pakistan. JeM was first designated a terrorist organization by the United States on October 26, 2001, following the 9/11 attacks and amid growing concern about global terrorism networks. India also banned JeM as terrorist organistion under its Unlawful Activities (Prevention) Act (UAPA) around the same time. Notably, Masood Azhar also carried out an assassination attempt on Pakistani President Gen. Pervez Musharraf in 2003 and worked in tandem with al-Qaeda and Osama bin Laden on a number of terror projects. Abdul Rauf Azhar planned many attacks in India After 1999 hijack, Rauf Azhar was designated as a 'global terrorist' by the United States (US) in 2010. Following this, he orchestrated several more attacks on India, namely The Indian Parliament attack in 2001 The attack on the makeshift Ayodhya Ram temple in 2005 The attack at the Indian Air Force’s Pathankot base in 2016 The Pulwama attack in 2019 that killed 40 Central Reserve Police Force (CRPF) personnel Read More | Colonel Sofiya Qureshi, who co-led Operation Sindoor briefing, was once lauded by Supreme Court After the Pathankot attack, the National Investigation Agency (NIA) sought a red corner notice from Interpol against Rauf. The global agency issued a notice stating that Rauf was wanted for waging, or attempting to wage war, or abetting waging of war against the government of India, assaulting the president, governor, etc, with intent to compel or restrain the exercise of any lawful power besides being a member of terrorist gang or organisation among other offences. A video of Rauf Azhar on a Pakistani website where he could be seen claiming responsibility for the Pathankot attack was sent to Interpol. However, the video mysteriously vanished and the Pakistani website was deleted. However, China delayed the imposition of sanctions sought by India and the US against Abdul Rauf Azhar at the United Nations. India's Operation Sindoor in 2025 might have finally ended terrorist Rauf Azhar.

Operation Sindoor likely killed Masood Azhar's brother Abdul Rauf: IC814 hijack and attacks he planned in India - LIST

US Vice President JD Vance in an interview to a private news channel on Thursday (May 8) said that the India, Pakistan conflict is “fundamentally none of our business,” however, President Donald Trump is trying to engage both the countries in talks and de-escalate the tensions.

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Amid the ongoing attack by Pakistan, blackout has been reported in part of Punjab including Amritsar. Blackout has been reported in Rajasthan's border city of Barmer. The security forces have foiled Pakistan's drone attack in Jammu. Mobile connectivity, meanwhile, is down in the various part of the city.

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Pakistan has been forced to shift the remaining matches of its franchise cricket league to the UAE amid escalating tensions with India.

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India's deployment of the S-400 missile system successfully neutralized Pakistan's drone and missile attacks during Operation Sindoor, showcasing the country's advanced air defense capabilities. But what exactly is the S-400?

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<p><span data-preserver-spaces="true">India has confirmed it successfully neutralised a wave of drone and missile attacks launched by Pakistan on Thursday (May 08) night. The targets included key military installations in <a href="https://www.wionews.com/india-news/indo-pak-war-indian-cities-blackout-punjab-jammu-kashmir-rajasthan-gujarat-new-delhi-india-gate-indian-army-pakistans-drone-attacks-9049750">Jammu and Pathankot.</a> The attacks came just a day after India carried out Operation Sindoor, a military response to the deadly terror strike in Pahalgam.</span></p>
<h2><strong><span data-preserver-spaces="true">Pentagon veteran slams Pakistan&rsquo;s Army </span><span data-preserver-spaces="true">Chief</span></strong></h2>
<p><span data-preserver-spaces="true">In the wake of the failed strikes, former Pentagon official and American Enterprise Institute senior fellow Michael Rubin issued a sharp warning to Pakistan Army Chief Asim Munir.</span></p>
<p><strong><span data-preserver-spaces="true">Also read: <a href="https://www.wionews.com/india-news/indo-pak-war-can-pakistan-use-f-16s-against-india-operation-sindoor-pakistan-drone-attack-pahalgam-terror-attack-9050088" rel="dofollow noopener" target="_blank">Indo-Pak War: Can Pakistan use F-16s against India? Here&rsquo;s what the rules say</a></span></strong></p>
<p><span data-preserver-spaces="true">&ldquo;P</span><span data-preserver-spaces="true">akistan started the conflict with its support for terrorism. Indians were the victims of terrorism. While I was initially critical that Prime Minister Modi had taken so long to respond, </span><span data-preserver-spaces="true">but</span><span data-preserver-spaces="true"> it's clear that the Indian military was carefully planning </span><span data-preserver-spaces="true">and the</span><span data-preserver-spaces="true"> Indian military has shown itself to be far more capable,&rdquo; Rubin stated.</span></p>
<p><span data-preserver-spaces="true">&ldquo;Pakistan is thrashing about, looking for a way to save face. But Asim Munir should understand that the first rule of hole digging is when you're in a hole, stop digging,&rdquo; Rubin added.</span></p>
<p><strong><span data-preserver-spaces="true">Also read: <a href="https://www.wionews.com/india-news/indo-pak-war-us-turkey-brazil-norway-world-reacts-to-pakistan-failed-drone-attack-india-operation-sindoor-india-pakistan-war-pahalgam-terror-attack-9049961" rel="dofollow noopener" target="_blank">Indo-Pak War | US 'not going to get involved'; Turkey 'concerned': World reacts to Pakistan&rsquo;s failed&nbsp;attack&nbsp;on&nbsp;India</a></span></strong></p>
<p><span data-preserver-spaces="true">Looking ahead, Rubin called for strong diplomatic action, &ldquo;There can only be one metric by which we look at the diplomatic solution to this issue. Pakistan has to be designated by the United States </span><span data-preserver-spaces="true">to be</span><span data-preserver-spaces="true"> a state sponsor of terror.&rdquo;</span></p>
<h2><strong><span data-preserver-spaces="true">Unconfirmed reports of Army Chief Asim Munir&rsquo;s arrest</span></strong></h2>
<p><span data-preserver-spaces="true">As Pakistan reels from the failed strike and criticism, reports circulating on social media suggest possible unrest within the country&rsquo;s military leadership. There are unconfirmed reports of Army Chief Asim Munir&rsquo;s potential arrest or removal, although none of these claims have been officially confirmed.</span></p>
<p><strong><span data-preserver-spaces="true">Also read: <a href="https://www.wionews.com/india-news/india-pakistan-war-operation-sindoor-pakistan-eyes-in-the-sky-what-is-awacs-airborne-warning-and-control-systems-pak-drone-attack-9049701" rel="dofollow noopener" target="_blank">Indo-Pak War: What are AWACS aircraft? How many&nbsp;of these &lsquo;eyes in the sky&rsquo; are&nbsp;left&nbsp;with&nbsp;Pakistan?</a></span></strong></p>

Pakistan: In the wake of the failed strikes, former Pentagon official and American Enterprise Institute senior fellow Michael Rubin issued a sharp warning to Pakistan Army Chief Asim Munir. India news

India has confirmed it successfully neutralised a wave of drone and missile attacks launched by Pakistan on Thursday (May 08) night. The targets included key military installations in Jammu and Pathankot. The attacks came just a day after India carried out Operation Sindoor, a military response to the deadly terror strike in Pahalgam. Pentagon veteran slams Pakistan’s Army Chief In the wake of the failed strikes, former Pentagon official and American Enterprise Institute senior fellow Michael Rubin issued a sharp warning to Pakistan Army Chief Asim Munir. Also read: Indo-Pak War: Can Pakistan use F-16s against India? Here’s what the rules say “Pakistan started the conflict with its support for terrorism. Indians were the victims of terrorism. While I was initially critical that Prime Minister Modi had taken so long to respond, but it's clear that the Indian military was carefully planning and the Indian military has shown itself to be far more capable,” Rubin stated. “Pakistan is thrashing about, looking for a way to save face. But Asim Munir should understand that the first rule of hole digging is when you're in a hole, stop digging,” Rubin added. Also read: Indo-Pak War | US 'not going to get involved'; Turkey 'concerned': World reacts to Pakistan’s failed attack on India Looking ahead, Rubin called for strong diplomatic action, “There can only be one metric by which we look at the diplomatic solution to this issue. Pakistan has to be designated by the United States to be a state sponsor of terror.” Unconfirmed reports of Army Chief Asim Munir’s arrest As Pakistan reels from the failed strike and criticism, reports circulating on social media suggest possible unrest within the country’s military leadership. There are unconfirmed reports of Army Chief Asim Munir’s potential arrest or removal, although none of these claims have been officially confirmed. Also read: Indo-Pak War: What are AWACS aircraft? How many of these ‘eyes in the sky’ are left with Pakistan?

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Amid rising tensions between India and Pakistan, a lady succumbed to the injuries in cross-border shelling in Uri area of North Kashmir's Baramulla district on Thursday night.

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India heightened security measures in border states after Pakistan launched drone and missile attacks on Jammu, Punjab, Gujarat, and Rajasthan. Civil aviation services and educational institutions were shut across several states as a precaution. At least 24 airports near the India-Pakistan border were temporarily closed. Watch in for more details!

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As tensions escalated, U.S. Secretary of State Marco Rubio swiftly intervened, contacting his counterparts in both New Delhi and Islamabad. He urged Indian External Affairs Minister Dr. S. Jaishankar and Pakistan's Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif to pursue dialogue and work toward de-escalation. Watch in for more details!

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