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

Amid India-Pakistan standoff, blackout enforced in Himachal Pradesh’s Solan.

Dr. Kamal Bagi confirmed that three members of the same family were injured in a Pakistani drone attack.

“Due to the drone-bomb, three people sustained burn injuries. One woman is in critical condition with severe burns, while the other two have suffered comparatively minor injuries,” he said.

The victims were rushed to the hospital, and treatment was initiated immediately to stabilise their condition and manage the burn injuries effectively.

As a precautionary measure, a blackout has been imposed in the villages of bordering Santalpur taluka in Patan district.

All the citizens are advised to stay away from rumours and follow the instructions issued by administration from time to time, reads a statement from CMO Gujarat.

After several districts in Jammu sector, Siren sounded in Srinagar.

Suspected drone attack on Srinagar airport, countermeasures activated, PTI reports, quoting officials.

The Rajiv Gandhi International Airport received a bomb threat via email on Friday, warning of “sleeper cells” and a possible explosion. Police conducted thorough searches but found nothing suspicious.

Authorities have taken all necessary precautions and heightened security measures to ensure passenger safety, officials confirmed.

Amid India-Pakistan tensions, blackout enforced in Moga, Punjab.

India abstained from voting at an IMF meeting discussing new loans to Pakistan, citing concerns over potential misuse of funds for cross-border terrorism.

The Finance Ministry emphasised that repeated bailouts lack accountability and could undermine regional stability, urging the IMF to enforce stricter scrutiny on Pakistan’s financial conduct.

Multiple aerial threats from Pakistan were intercepted over Jaisalmer for a second consecutive night on Friday, triggering panic in Rajasthan’s border districts.

Red alerts and blackouts were swiftly enforced across Jodhpur, Barmer, Phalodi, and Sriganganagar. According to sources, India’s air defence systems successfully destroyed the drones mid-air.

Sirens blared in Pokaran as residents took cover, and Jodhpur’s planned midnight blackout was advanced following the attack. Security forces remain on high alert amid heightened tensions along the international border.

The Office of the Chief Minister of Jammu & Kashmir shared an update on ongoing relief efforts following recent shelling incidents. “Continued my meetings with Divisional and District Administration, this time from Jammu, to assess the situation after shelling,” the post read.

The Chief Minister directed officials to ensure well-equipped evacuation centres, uninterrupted essential supplies, and prompt medical aid. Reaffirming solidarity with those affected, the post emphasised the administration’s commitment to supporting citizens during this difficult time.

One Pakistani drone has hit a residential area in Firozpur, Punjab and injured a family. They have been rushed to hospital for further treatment, reports ANI.

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

India has raised serious concerns at the International Monetary Fund (IMF) over a proposed $2.3 billion support package to Pakistan, abstaining from the vote.

New Delhi questioned repeated IMF bailouts—four in five years—and warned of potential misuse of funds for sponsoring cross-border terrorism.

India urged the IMF to incorporate moral accountability into its lending criteria, highlighting the reputational risk of funding a country allegedly involved in terror financing. Rewarding such behaviour, India warned, sends a troubling message to the global community.

Explosions can be heard as India’s air defence intercepts Pakistani drones amid blackout in Akhnoor.

Drones have been sighted in Jammu, Samba and Pathankot; they are being engaged, informs Indian military officials.

“It’s my earnest appeal to everyone in & around Jammu please stay off the streets, stay at home or at the nearest place you can comfortably stay at for the next few hours. Ignore rumours, don’t spread unsubstantiated or unverified stories & we will get through this together.” posts J&K CM Omar Abdullah on X.

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

Explosions can be heard in Jammu and Kashmir’s Poonch due to shelling from the Pakistani side.

A complete blackout has been enforced in Firozpur, and sirens and explosions can be heard.

Pakistani drones sighted in Jammu, Samba, Pathankot sector: Defence Sources

A complete blackout has been enforced in Akhnoor of Jammu Division, and sirens can be heard.

Crucial meeting underway in PM Modi’s residence.

PM Narendra Modi chairs a meeting with Defence Minister Rajnath Singh, NSA Ajit Doval, CDS and chiefs of all the Armed Forces.

“Blackout in Jammu now. Sirens can be heard across the city,” posts Jammu and Kashmir CM Omar Abdullah posts on X.

Explosions heard in Samba as India’s air defence intercepts Pakistani drones amid blackout.

A complete blackout has been enforced in Firozpur, Punjab as a precautionary measure.

As a precautionary measure, a complete blackout has been enforced in Panchkula, Haryana.

As a precautionary measure, a complete blackout has been enforced in Jaisalmer, Rajasthan.

The Ministry of Civil Aviation extends the closure of 24 airports across the country from May 10 to May 15 (5:29 am), as per government sources

Amid heightened tensions between India and Pakistan, residents of a village near the India-Pakistan border in Punjab’s Tarn Taran district have started moving towards safer areas.

In the wake of Pakistan’s failed drone strike attempt in Bhuj, Gujarat Minister of State for Home, Harsh Sanghavi, announced that the use of firecrackers and drones at any public functions or events across the state will be prohibited until May 15.

The announcement follows a high-level review of border security by Chief Minister Bhupendra Patel, who also directed officials to activate evacuation plans for villages situated in Gujarat’s border districts.