India Pakistan Tension Highlights: ‘Drone activity spotted, stay inside and observe blackout’, says Barmer administration

Complete blackout has been enforced in Pathankot, Punjab.

A complete blackout has been enforced in Jaisalmer.

“We thank President Trump for his leadership and proactive role for peace in the region . Pakistan appreciates the United States for facilitating this outcome, which we have accepted in the interest of regional peace and stability. We also thank Vice President JD Vance and Secretary of State Marco Rubio for their valuable contributions for peace in South Asia. Pakistan believes this marks a new beginning in the resolution of issues that have plagued the region and prevented its journey toward peace, prosperity and stability,” reads Pakistan PM Shehbaz Sharif‘s post on X after India-Pak ceasefire.

Complete blackout has been enforced in Ferozepur, Punjab.

This is no ceasefire. The air defence units in the middle of Srinagar just opened up.

A complete blackout has been enforced in the city of Barmer.

Loud explosions are being heard in Srinagar, Jammu and Kashmir.

CM Omar Abdullah says explosions heard across Srinagar.

Red streaks seen and explosions can be heard as India’s air defence intercepts Pakistani drones amid blackout in Udhampur

“With the new development of a ceasefire, the BCCI, IPL Governing Council, office bearers, and officials will meet tomorrow to discuss the situation. We will review the tournament schedule and determine the best possible way to complete it. All aspects, including venues, which were originally decided during the time of conflict will be reconsidered. A final decision will be taken shortly”, says BCCI vice president Rajeev Shukla.

On understanding reached between India and Pakistan to halt all firing and military action, German Ambassador to India, Philipp Ackermann, says, “I’m very relieved. I think this is very good news. We were very concerned, I’m very, very happy after hearing this news…”

After India-Pak announced military de-escalation, residents in J&K’s Poonch celebrate, exchange sweets.

The Indian military on Saturday asserted that any future misadventure or escalation by Pakistan will be met with strength and decisive action. The statement came shortly after India and Pakistan agreed to halt military operations.

“While we will adhere to today’s understanding, we remain fully prepared to defend India’s sovereignty,” said Commodore Raghu Nair. Addressing a media briefing, he emphasised the armed forces’ operational readiness to respond to any threat.

“Every misadventure will be met with strength, and any future escalation will invite a decisive response,” he warned, underscoring India’s commitment to national security and territorial integrity.

Authorities in Punjab withdrew blackout orders on Saturday evening following the India-Pakistan ceasefire. Districts like Sangrur, Rupnagar, Fazilka, Jalandhar, Kapurthala, and Patiala cancelled restrictions initially planned amid conflict fears.

Sangrur’s 8 pm to 6 am blackout order was also revoked, officials confirmed, easing tensions in border-adjacent regions.

Prime Minister Narendra Modi holds a meeting with Defence Minister Rajnath Singh, NSA Ajit Doval, CDS and Chiefs of all three Services, at 7, LKM.

National Conference president Farooq Abdullah welcomed the India-Pakistan ceasefire, stressing that Pakistan must address India’s concerns on cross-border terrorism. He said the onus lies with Islamabad to rebuild trust.

Abdullah also highlighted the urgent need to end hostilities, which continue to affect civilians along the Line of Control and International Border in J-K.

In light of the ceasefire agreement between India and Pakistan, the earlier request for the voluntary closure of shops and other establishments is hereby withdrawn. All shops and establishments are now permitted to operate as usual, announces DC Chandigarh.

According to sources, Pakistan has called the understanding on stoppage of military action as bilateral.

India’s measures announced against Pakistan on April 23 including suspension of visas and Indus Water Treaty remained in place: Sources

India and Pakistan reached an understanding after the Pakistan side reached out to India. There are no pre-conditions and post-conditions. Indus Water Treaty remains in abeyance. And all other measures remain suspended. India’s position on terrorism remains the same, as per MEA sources.

Jammu and Kashmir CM Omar Abdullah welcomed the ceasefire.

He said, “I welcome the ceasefire. If it had happened 2-3 days ago, the lives we lost would not have been lost. Pakistan’s DGMO called our DGMO and the ceasefire was implemented. It is the responsibility of the current J&K government to assess wherever the damage has been done and start providing relief to the people. Wherever people are injured, they should get proper treatment and also get relief under the government scheme. The fire has caused a lot of damage…DCs have been instructed to immediately do a final assessment of the damage and send that assessment to us so that we can start providing relief to these houses. Also, our airport has been closed for many days, we hope that the airport will reopen after the ceasefire.”

Wing Commander Vyomika Singh said that there has been an extensive damage to the crucial Pakistani air bases- Skardu, Jacobabad and Bholari.

In addition, a loss of AD weapon system and radar made the defence of Pakistani airspace untenable.

US Vice President JD Vance tweets, “…My gratitude to the leaders of India and Pakistan for their hard work and willingness to engage in this ceasefire”

On India-Pakistan ceasefire agreement, PDP chief Mehbooba Mufti says, ” …So many people died and properties were damaged, at such a time, this has happened. People will sleep peacefully today after so many days. Military solution is not a solution, political intervention is always needed…we shouldn’t have needed a mediator, our country should become a big brother of all countries and solve issues…”

India rejects Trump’s claims of US intervention; no third nation mediation involved.

There is no pre or post-condition of the ceasefire. The call was initiated from Pakistan. The Indus Water Treaty to remain in abeyance, says MEA sources.

On India-Pakistan ceasefire agreement, Congress MP Shashi Tharoor says, ” Peace is essential…I am very glad. India never wanted a long-term war. India wanted war to teach terrorists a lesson, and that lesson has been taught…”

1. Pakistan falsely claimed it damaged India’s S-400 and BrahMos missile base using JF-17 jets — this is completely untrue.

2. It also spread misinformation about damage to Indian airfields in Sirsa, Jammu, Pathankot, Bhatinda, Nalia, and Bhuj — these claims are false.

3. Pakistan alleged that ammunition depots in Chandigarh and Vyas were hit — this is incorrect.

4. It accused the Indian Army of damaging mosques — these are baseless accusations.

5. Colonel Qureshi emphasised that India is a secular nation, and the Indian Army reflects the constitutional values of unity and respect for all religions.

Commodore Ravi Nair says, “As the foreign secretary had said, there is an understanding that has been reached to stop all military activities on sea, air and land. The Indian Army, Air Force and Navy have been instructed to adhere to this understanding.”

“No religious sites have been targeted by India in Pakistan”, says MoD