Operation Sindoor, India Pakistan Tensions NEWS Live: Colonel Sofiya Qureshi on Friday said during MEA’s press briefing that Pakistan deployed between 300 and 400 drones across 36 locations along India’s northern and western borders. Preliminary investigations indicate that Turkey’s SONGAR drones were used in the attacks. Colonel Qureshi stated that Indian forces successfully neutralised the drones using both kinetic and non-kinetic countermeasures. She also confirmed that a Pakistani UAV attempted to target a military installation in Bathinda, but the Indian Armed Forces intercepted and foiled the attack.
Wing Commander Vyomika Singh said that Pakistan’s conduct has been very “irresponsible” so far. She added that Pakistan didn’t even close its airspace after launching the attack on India last night and is in fact using its civilian airlines as a shield.
Indian forces intercepted Pakistani drones over key areas on Thursday night amid city-wide blackouts. Airforce and Defence ministry confirmed that three Indian military stations in Jammu, Pathankot and Udhampur were attacked by Pakistan. Defence ministry sources confirmed that 8 missiles were targeted at Jammu city and subsequently thwarted. A blackout was enforced in several districts, including Pathankot, Amritsar, Jalandhar, Hoshiarpur, Mohali, and Gurdaspur in Punjab and Chandigarh.
Home Minister Amit Shah on Thursday spoke to officials in border areas and directed them to take stock of the situation. Many states have also announced the closure of schools, blackouts in border districts, and cancellation of leave of police personnel and administration officials amid the escalating tensions.
“Military stations at Jammu, Pathankot & Udhampur were targeted by Pakistani-origin drones and missiles along the International Border in J&K today. The threats were swiftly neutralised using kinetic and non-kinetic capabilities in line with established Standard Operating Procedures. No casualties or material losses were reported. India remains fully prepared to defend its sovereignty and ensure the safety of its people,” read an update from the Ministry of Defence.
‘Fundamentally, not our problem,’ says US Vice President JD Vance
US Vice President JD Vance, speaking to Fox News, said that while the United States is encouraging India and Pakistan to reduce tensions, it has no plans to directly intervene in the conflict. He stressed that the issue lies outside America’s control and influence, and that both nations must make their own decisions. “What we can do is try to encourage these folks to deescalate a little bit, but we’re not going to get involved in the middle of war that’s fundamentally none of our business and has nothing to do with America’s ability to control it,” Vance said.
Vance added that the US will continue supporting peace efforts through diplomacy. “You know, America can’t tell the Indians to lay down their arms. We can’t tell the Pakistanis to lay down their arms. And so, we’re going to continue to pursue this thing through diplomatic channels,” he said. He expressed hope that the situation won’t grow into a larger regional conflict or nuclear crisis, though he acknowledged concern about the possibility. He stressed that the responsibility lies with leaders in both countries to avoid such an outcome.
‘We are worried about these things. The job of the cooler heads in India and Pakistan is to make sure that this doesn’t become a nuclear war and if it happens, it will be disastrous but right now we don’t think it is going to happen,” Vance said.
Meanwhile, Defence Minister Rajnath Singh chaired an All Party Meet on May 8 where various Opposition leaders and Union Ministers were in attendance. The meeting was held at the Parliament in New Delhi to discuss Operation Sindoor. This comes a day after India launched ‘OPERATION SINDOOR‘ early Wednesday morning, hitting terrorist infrastructure in Pakistan and Pakistan-occupied Jammu and Kashmir. As the Indian Army out it, this was a precision strike carried out by the Armed Forces at nine terror base camps in Pakistan. The strikes were in response to the April 22 terror attack in Pahalgam that killed 26 people.
Track full live coverage of India’s attack on Pakistan terror camps here:
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Sukhbir Singh Badal condemns Pakistan shelling on Gurdwara in J&K’s Poonch
Shiromani Akali Dal (SAD) president Sukhbir Singh Badal strongly condemned the shelling by Pakistani forces on the sacred Central Gurdwara Sri Guru Singh Sabha Sahib in Poonch, Jammu and Kashmir.
In a post on X, Badal wrote: “Strongly condemn the inhuman attack by Pakistani forces on the sacred Central Gurdwara Sri Guru Singh Sabha Sahib in Poonch, in which three innocent Gursikhs—Bhai Amrik Singh Ji (a raagi Singh), Bhai Amarjeet Singh, and Bhai Ranjit Singh—lost their lives.”
He expressed solidarity with the bereaved families and prayed for peace for the departed souls, demanding that the victims be honoured as martyrs and their families provided with adequate compensation.
Badal further added, “The Sikhs have always been, and will continue to be, the sword arm of the country. We stand firmly with our armed forces. Though we stand for peace, if our honor is challenged, we need no reminder of our patriotic duty.”
As part of mock drill, Delhi will observe a blackout from 8:00 to 8:15 PM tonight
As part of the nationwide mock drill today, there will be a blackout from 8:00 pm to 8:15 pm in the NDMC area of Delhi tonight.
Mock drill conducted at Delhi IGI Airport – WATCH
A comprehensive mock drill is being conducted at Terminal 3 of IGI Airport. The Ministry of Home Affairs has ordered a nationwide mock drill today.
#watch | Delhi: A comprehensive mock drill is being conducted at Terminal 3 of IGI Airport.
— ANI (@ANI) May 7, 2025
MHA has ordered a nationwide mock drill today. pic.twitter.com/EP4m8YkgC0
NIA urges citizens to share information on Pahalgam terror attack, releases phone numbers
The National Investigation Agency (NIA), which is probing the Pahalgam terror attack, has urged the public to share any information related to the incident. The agency has also released dedicated phone numbers for tip-offs.
NIA Appeals to People to Share Information on Pahalgam Terror Attack, Releases Phone Numbers pic.twitter.com/tEHN5woMIB
— NIA India (@NIA_India) May 7, 2025
EAM Jaishankar speaks to Japan Foreign Minister on Operation Sindoor.
Had a telecon with FM Takeshi Iwaya of Japan.
— Dr. S. Jaishankar (@DrSJaishankar) May 7, 2025
Appreciate the strong condemnation of the April 22 terrorist attack. Discussed India’s action against the cross-border terrorist infrastructure this morning.
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A comprehensive Civil Defence Mock Drill is being conducted in Gandhinagar.
#watch | Gujarat | A comprehensive Civil Defence Mock Drill is being conducted in Gandhinagar.
— ANI (@ANI) May 7, 2025
MHA has ordered a nationwide mock drill today. pic.twitter.com/7E5swkqsIO
EAM Jaishankar briefed Spain Foreign Minister on Operation Sindoor.
Spoke with FM @jmalbares of Spain.
— Dr. S. Jaishankar (@DrSJaishankar) May 7, 2025
Discussed India’s firm and measured response to cross-border terrorism.
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‘No nation should have to accept terrorist attacks’ – Rishi Sunak backs India’s Operation Sindoor
Former UK Prime Minister Rishi Sunak strongly backed India’s right to self-defence following Operation Sindoor, saying, “No nation should have to accept terrorist attacks being launched against it from land controlled by another country.”
He asserted that India is fully justified in striking terrorist infrastructure across the border, emphasising that such actions are necessary to ensure national security.
“There can be no impunity for terrorists,” Sunak added, calling for global accountability in the fight against terrorism.
No nation should have to accept terrorist attacks being launched against it from land controlled by another country.
— Rishi Sunak (@RishiSunak) May 7, 2025
India is justified in striking terrorist infrastructure. There can be no impunity for terrorists.
Mock drill in Delhi’s NDMC office – WATCH
As part of nation-wide mock drill, a comprehensive mock drill was conducted at NDMC Office on Wednesday, May 7, evening.
#watch | Delhi: A comprehensive mock drill is being conducted at NDMC Office.
— ANI (@ANI) May 7, 2025
MHA has ordered a nationwide mock drill today. pic.twitter.com/yXDl8jpmY0
Ambassadors of China, Russia, South Korea leave MEA (Ministry of External Affairs) Headquarters. Permanent and non-permanent members of the UNSC (United Nations Security Council) were briefed by Foreign Secretary Vikram Misri earlier today on Operation Sindoor.
VIDEO | Ambassadors of China, Russia, South Korea leave MEA (Ministry of External Affairs) Headquarters.
— Press Trust of India (@PTI_News) May 7, 2025
Permanent and non-permanent members of the UNSC (United Nations Security Council) were briefed by Foreign Secretary Vikram Misri earlier today on Operation Sindoor.
(Full… pic.twitter.com/a38GPrhRlB
‘Followed principles of Lord Hanuman’ – Rajnath on Operation Sindoor
Defence Minister Rajnath Singh says, “We followed the principle of Lord Hanuman that he followed while going into Ashok Vatika. Jinh mohi maara, tinh mohi maare. We targeted only those who killed our innocent.”
#watch | #operationsindoor | Delhi: Defence Minister Rajnath Singh says, “We followed the principle of Lord Hanuman that he followed while going into Ashok Vatika. Jinh mohi maara, tinh mohi maare. We targetted only those who killed our innocent.” pic.twitter.com/jeDnlsi9aj
— ANI (@ANI) May 7, 2025
Defence Minister Rajnath Singh begins the address raising “Bharat Mata ki jai” slogan.
“You know that today, under the guidance of PM Narendra Modi, our Indian armed forces have made us all proud…”
‘We only killed them who targeted us’, says Defence Minister Rajnath Singh.
He said operation only targeted terror infrastructure.
“No civilian killed in air strike”, the defence minister adds.
“Precise careful operation by armed forces,” says Rajnath on Operation Sindoor.
#watch | #operationsindoor | Delhi: Defence Minister Rajnath Singh says, “Last night, our Indian armed forces displayed their valour and bravery, and scripted a new history. Indian armed forces took action with precision, alertness and sensitiveness. The targets we decided where… pic.twitter.com/NpV49cDEen
— ANI (@ANI) May 7, 2025
Punjab CM Bhagwant Mann says Pak bombed gurudwara in J-K’s Poonch
Punjab Chief Minister Bhagwant Mann condemned the reported bomb attack by Pakistan on Gurdwara Sahib near the Line of Control (LoC) in Jammu and Kashmir’s Poonch sector. Taking to X, he stated, “Carrying out such an attack at a place where prayers are offered for everyone’s well-being is highly condemnable. Targeting innocent civilians is completely unjustifiable.”
The attack claimed the lives of Raagi Singh Bhai Amrik Singh, Amarjeet Singh, Ranjit Singh, and Ruby Kaur. Mann expressed deep sorrow over the loss and extended heartfelt condolences to the bereaved families, urging Guru Sahib to grant peace to the departed souls.
ਪਟਿਆਲਾ-ਸਮਾਣਾ ਰੋਡ ‘ਤੇ ਬੱਚਿਆਂ ਨਾਲ ਭਰੀ ਇੱਕ ਨਿੱਜੀ ਸਕੂਲ ਵੈਨ ਦੇ ਹਾਦਸਾਗ੍ਰਸਤ ਹੋਣ ਦੀ ਦੁਖਦਾਈ ਖ਼ਬਰ ਮਿਲੀ। ਜਿਸ ਵਿੱਚ ਸਕੂਲ ਵੈਨ ਦੇ ਡਰਾਈਵਰ ਸਮੇਤ ਕੁੱਝ ਬੱਚਿਆਂ ਦੀ ਮੌਤ ਦੀ ਦੁੱਖਦਾਈ ਖ਼ਬਰ ਮਿਲੀ ਹੈ ਅਤੇ ਕੁੱਝ ਬੱਚੇ ਗੰਭੀਰ ਜ਼ਖ਼ਮੀ ਹੋਏ ਹਨ।
— Bhagwant Mann (@BhagwantMann) May 7, 2025
ਪ੍ਰਸ਼ਾਸਨ ਦੀਆਂ ਟੀਮਾਂ ਮੌਕੇ ‘ਤੇ ਮੌਜੂਦ ਨੇ। ਬਚਾਅ ਕਾਰਜਾਂ ‘ਤੇ ਮੈਂ ਪਲ-ਪਲ ਦੀ ਅਪਡੇਟ…
Operation Sindoor: Indian Embassy calls out Global Times for ‘dis-information’
Indian Embassy in Beijing has called out Global Times for ‘dis-information’ on Operation Sindoor.
“Dear @globaltimesnews, we would recommend you verify your facts and cross-examine your sources before pushing out this kind of dis-information,” reads Indian Embassy post on X.
“Several pro-Pakistan handles are spreading baseless claims in the context of #operationsindoor, attempting to mislead the public. When media outlets share such information without verifying sources, it reflects a serious lapse in responsibility and journalistic ethics,” adds the Embassy in another post.
(1/n) Dear @globaltimesnews , we would recommend you verify your facts and cross-examine your sources before pushing out this kind of dis-information. https://t.co/xMvN6hmrhe
— India in China (@EOIBeijing) May 7, 2025
‘Entire nation took a sigh of relief’ – Delhi Jama Masjid Imam lauds Operation Sindoor
Syed Ahmed Bukhari, Shahi Imam of Delhi’s Jama Masjid, says, “The way innocents were killed on 22nd April shocked the entire nation and ever since, the country demanded that the Government give a befitting reply… Pakistan continuously attacked here and terror trainings were taking place in Muzaffarabad… The entire nation took a sigh of relief after India destroyed the terror bases of the enemies…”
#watch | #operationsindoor | Syed Ahmed Bukhari, Shahi Imam of Delhi’s Jama Masjid, says, “The way innocents were killed on 22nd April shocked the entire nation and ever since, the country demanded that the Government give a befitting reply… Pakistan continuously attacked here… pic.twitter.com/99VyzMoiDy
— ANI (@ANI) May 7, 2025
Amid heavy shelling by Pakistan Army, residents living near LoC shifted to safer locations – WATCH
Amid Pak shelling across Poonch in Jammu and Kashmir, residents were shifted from areas located near the LoC to safer locations.
#watch | Residents being shifted from areas located near the LoC in J&K to safer locations. pic.twitter.com/Aeo58oE691
— ANI (@ANI) May 7, 2025
Operation Sindoor: MEA briefs UNSC members – Watch
Permanent and non-permanent members of the UNSC (United Nations Security Council) briefed by the MEA (Ministry of External Affairs).
#watch | #operationsindoor | Delhi: Permanent and non-permanent members of the UNSC (United Nations Security Council) briefed by the MEA (Ministry of External Affairs). Visuals from outside the MEA. pic.twitter.com/QG8H17z2Co
— ANI (@ANI) May 7, 2025
Rahul Gandhi congratulates armed forces on Operation Sindoor.
“CWC extends complete support to our forces, best wishes, good luck to them,” said Rahul Gandhi after Congress meet.
#watch | #operationsindoor | Delhi: Lok Sabha LoP and Congress MP Rahul Gandhi says, “We held discussions in the Working Committee. Full support to our Forces. Best wishes to them. Much love to them. Complete support from the Congress party and Congress Working Committee.” pic.twitter.com/ZwfX1NTxn4
— ANI (@ANI) May 7, 2025
EAM Jaishankar briefs Qatar PM on ‘Operation Sindoor’
EAM Jaishankar briefed PM and FM of Qatar on Operation Sindoor.
“Good to speak to PM & FM @MBA_AlThani_
of Qatar. Discussed India’s targeted and measured response to deter cross-border terrorism, ” reads Jaishankar’s post on X.
Good to speak to PM & FM @MBA_AlThani_ of Qatar.
— Dr. S. Jaishankar (@DrSJaishankar) May 7, 2025
Discussed India’s targeted and measured response to deter cross-border terrorism.
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‘Proud of our armed forces’ – Congress chief Mallikarjun Kharge post CWC meet on ‘Operation Sindoor’
Congress chief Mallikarjun Kharge briefs media post emergency CWC meeting after India’s Pahalgam counter-strike Operation Sindoor.
“We take pride in our armed forces for courageous, decisive action against terror camps in Pakistan, PoK,” said Kharge.
Twelve Killed, 57 Injured in Pakistan Shelling Along LoC in Jammu and Kashmir
The death toll from Pakistan Army shelling across the Line of Control (LoC) in Jammu and Kashmir has risen to 12. According to officials, at least 12 people — including four children — were killed and 57 others injured after the Pakistan Army carried out heavy artillery and mortar shelling on forward villages on Wednesday.
‘India has no intent to escalate tensions, but prepared’ – NSA Doval
NSA Doval tells counterparts that India has no intent to escalate tensions, but prepared to ‘retaliate resolutely’ if Pak decides to escalate.
Indian Army releases series of videos of Indian strikes on Pak terror camps
India Army has released a series of videos showing Indian strikes on Pakistani terror camps. A total of nine terrorist camps were targeted successfully and destroyed
UP CM Yogi Adityanath directs DGP UP to ensure safety of citizens
Uttar Pradesh Director General of Police (DGP) Prashant Kumar has issued several key directives to all districts, commissionerates, and police units across the state. These include tightening security around important infrastructure and key locations, improving access control measures at sensitive sites, and increasing police presence in areas with a history of communal tension.
In light of #operationsindoor, UP CM Yogi Adityanath has directed the DGP UP to ensure the safety of the citizens of Uttar Pradesh and protect the state’s vital installations.
UP DGP Prashant Kumar has given various instructions all Districts, Commissionerates, and police units,… pic.twitter.com/5KQ0ok0oeq
Akhilesh Yadav says, ‘We have full faith in our armed forces’
SP Chief Akhilesh Yadav expressed that the Samajwadi Party supports the government’s decisions against terrorism and has full trust in the armed forces. He mentioned that SP General Secretary Ram Gopal Yadav would attend the all-party meeting and represent the party’s views. Yadav also criticized those who previously claimed that a new kind of war didn’t require the army, pointing out that it led to the temporary system of Agniveer. He questioned why the same people are now resorting to traditional methods.
PM Modi briefs President Murmu on Operation Sindoor
PM Modi met President Draupadi Murmu at Rashtrapati Bhavan on Wednesday, just hours after Indian armed forces carried out precision strikes on terror camps in Pakistan and Pakistan-occupied Kashmir (PoK). As per PTI, the PM informed Murmu about details of the military operation. Under Operation Sindoor, Indian forces targeted nine locations, including the headquarters and training facilities of terror groups Lashkar-e-Taiba (LeT) and Jaish-e-Mohammed (JeM), which were being used to plan attacks against India.
Indian Army shares video of target site – Watch here
Indian Army has shared the video of one of the target sites that it destroyed under Operation Sindoor today. See here:
OPERATION SINDOOR#justiceserved
Target 1 – Abbas Terrorist Camp at Kotli.
Distance – 13 Km from Line of Control (POJK).
Nerve Centre for training suicide bombers of Lashkar-e-Taiba (LeT).
Key training infrastructure for over 50 terrorists.
DESTROYED AT 1.04 AM on 07 May 2025.… pic.twitter.com/OBF4gTNA8q
‘We have visuals, nobody can raise questions about the air strikes,’ says Maha CM Devendra Fadnavis
Maharashtra CM Devendra Fadnavis praised the Indian Army and Prime Minister Modi for successfully destroying nine terrorist sites. He mentioned that there are visual proofs of the attack, so no one can question the airstrikes. He called it a proud moment for all Indians, emphasizing that India will not tolerate any attack and will retaliate appropriately, as shown in Operation Sindoor. He also pointed out that the name “Operation Sindoor” carries significant meaning.
Small and midcap take the spotlight post Operation Sindoor launch
Indian stock markets are holding up well despite rising tensions between India and Pakistan, and India’s launch of “Operation Sindoor” targeting terrorist sites in Pakistan and PoK. Interestingly, it’s not the Sensex or Nifty that’s showing the most growth; instead, small and midcap stocks are taking the spotlight.
Read More Here: Small and midcaps outperform large caps: Here’s what s fuelling the surge
PM Modi tells Cabinet ‘Mission executed flawlessly’
Prime Minister Narendra Modi chaired a Union Cabinet meeting on Wednesday where he provided details about Operation Sindoor, a precise military strike by Indian forces on nine terror camps across the border early that morning. During the meeting, PM Modi assured the Cabinet that the operation was carried out exactly as planned, with no errors. He highlighted that the Army executed the mission with great precision, following thorough prior preparations. Sources stated that the Prime Minister commended the armed forces for their outstanding performance and flawless execution, emphasizing their professionalism and dedication to national security. The Cabinet ministers expressed strong confidence in PM Modi’s leadership and praised the armed forces for the success of the operation.