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Pakistan army targets mosque, gurudwara, temple in J&K's Poonch | Visuals have surfaced online, showing damages to a mosque, a temple and a gurudwara in Jammu and Kashmir's Poonch following cross-border shelling by Pakistani army in the wake of the Operation Sindoor. At least 16 civilians, including women and children, have died in shelling and firing by Pakistan since Wednesday. |
Not familiar with the matter: China on if its jets were involved in Indo-Pak conflict | China responded on whether its jets were involved in India-Pakistan conflict following Pahalgam terror attack. The country's Foreign Ministry spokesperson Lin Jian, while speaking at a regular media briefing in Beijing, said it was "not familiar with the matter". Pakistan Defence Minister Khawaja Asif earlier dodged a TV anchor's question on whether Pakistan used Chinese equipment against India. |
Russia & China stand united against neo-Nazism: Vladimir Putin | Russia and China stand together against neo-Nazism, Russian President Vladimir Putin said. Putin thanked Chinese President Xi Jinping for joining celebrations to mark 80 years since the "sacred" victory over Adolf Hitler in World War II. "The victory over fascism, achieved at the cost of enormous sacrifices, is of lasting significance," Putin told Xi. |
US cautions its citizens in Pakistan | Amid rising tensions between India and Pakistan, US issued an advisory for its citizens in Pakistan. "If US citizens find themselves in area of active conflict, they should leave if it's safe...If they cannot leave safely, they should shelter in place," it added. "Department's long-standing 'Reconsider Travel' advisory also urges travellers to reconsider travel to Pakistan more broadly," it added. |
Want deeper ties with Europe as US relations are uncertain: Norway | Norway said it seeks to deepen security ties with major European allies and Nordic neighbours as ties with the US become less predictable. "Relations between the US and Europe have changed...major changes in trade policy, have generated considerable uncertainty in transatlantic relations," Norway said. Continued US military presence in Europe is not a given, the Norwegian government said. |
1999 Indian Airlines flight hijacking mastermind Rauf Azhar killed in Operation Sindoor | India eliminated Rauf Azhar, the mastermind of 1999 Indian Airlines flight IC814 hijacking, reports said. Rauf was killed in one of the strikes that India carried out as part of Operation Sindoor in Pakistan and PoK. Rauf, the brother of JeM chief Masood Azhar, was also involved in kidnapping and murder of Wall Street Journal journalist Daniel Pearl in 2002. |
Pak increased intensity of unprovoked shelling across LoC, 16 dead including 5 kids: India | India said Pakistan increased intensity of unprovoked firing across Line of Control (LoC) using mortars and heavy-calibre artillery in areas in J&K's Kupwara, Baramulla, Uri, Poonch, Mendhar and Rajouri sectors. A statement noted that sixteen civilians have been killed, including five children and three women. "India was compelled to respond to bring [shelling]...to a halt," the statement added. |
India destroys Pakistan's air defence system in Lahore | The Ministry of Defence has said that on Thursday morning, the Indian Armed Forces targeted Air Defence Radars and systems at a number of locations in Pakistan. "It has been reliably learnt that an Air Defence system at Lahore has been neutralised," it added. Indian response has been in the same domain with same intensity as Pakistan, it added. |
Visuals show destruction in Pakistan's Lahore, Karachi & Rawalpindi after blasts | Multiple videos have surfaced online showing the extent of destruction in Pakistani cities of Lahore, Karachi and Rawalpindi after Pakistani media claimed several blasts were reported across these cities. A video showed a house's broken roof, with debris lying around. Another video showed people collecting in the streets at different locations across the cities following the blasts. |
Pakistan Stock Exchange halts trading as index tumbles 7% amid tensions with India | Pakistan Stock Exchange has halted trading as the KSE-100 index plunged nearly 7% intraday amid tensions with India. This comes after India launched Operation Sindoor against Pakistan in response to Pahalgam terror attack, in which 100 terrorists were reportedly killed. Meanwhile, India's Sensex and Nifty remained flat. Notably, Defence Minister Rajnath Singh said that the operation is ongoing. |
What diversions did India use to blindside Pakistan about timing of Operation Sindoor? | There were three 'diversions' to blindside Pakistan about timing of Operation Sindoor, said News18. The announcement of mock-drill on Monday evening may have led Pakistan to think India would only launch an operation after mock-drill exercise was over. On Tuesday evening, India also announced air exercise drills on Rajasthan border. Free Trade Agreement with UK was also announced on Tuesday. |
We don't want escalation, will give firm response if there's military attack: Jaishankar | External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar, during a bilateral meeting with Iranian Foreign Minister SA Araghchi, said India's intention isn't to escalate situation with Pakistan. "However, if there are military attacks on us, there should be no doubt that it'll be met with a very very firm response," Jaishankar said. "Our response was targeted and measured," he said on Operation Sindoor. |
Projectile fired by Pakistan found in Punjab's Amritsar | Debris of a projectile fired by Pakistan has been found in a border village in Punjab's Amritsar, with a video being shared by news agency ANI. Earlier, Pakistan-based social media handles shared an old video falsely claiming strikes on a military base in Amritsar. The government has asked people to avoid sharing unverified information and rely only on official sources. |
Pakistani intruder shot dead by BSF at Punjab border | Border Security Force shot dead a Pakistani national attempting to infiltrate border in Punjab's Ferozepur sector despite warning on intervening night of May 7-8. The intruder was reportedly observed crossing the border purposefully and moving towards border security fence taking advantage of darkness, said ANI quoting sources. After day break the body was handed over to police, ANI added. |
More than 100 terrorists killed in Operation Sindoor | During the all-party meeting held on Thursday, Defence Minister Rajnath Singh said that at least 100 terrorists have been killed in the Indian Armed Forces' strikes under Operation Sindoor, PTI reported citing sources. The Indian Armed Forces carried out strikes at nine terrorist hideouts in Pakistan and PoK to avenge the killing of 26 civilians in Pahalgam terror attack. |
12 Indian drones attacking 9 locations: Pakistan | Pakistan's Director General of Inter-Services Public Relations, Lieutenant General Ahmed Sharif Chaudhry, has said that 12 Indian drones attacked 9 locations inside the country. The locations include Lahore, Gujranwala, Chakwal, Bahawalpur, Miano, Karachi, Chhor, Rawalpindi, and Attock. He claimed Pakistan's armed forces are fully alert. |
Terrorist Rauf leads funeral prayers for Pak terrorists killed by India; Pak Army officials attend | Lashkar-e-Taiba commander and UN-designated global terrorist Hafiz Rauf on Wednesday led the funeral prayers for terrorists killed in India's Operation Sindoor on terror facilities in Pakistan and PoK. Officials of the Pakistan Army and other law enforcement agencies were also seen offering their prayers alongside Rauf. The funeral ceremony was held in Muridke. |
Russia launched bombs during Putin-sponsored ceasefire: Ukraine | Ukraine accused Russia of launching guided bombs on the Sumy region of northern Ukraine in the early hours of Thursday. Ukraine's Air Force said bombs were launched nearly three hours after a three-day ceasefire declared by Russian President Vladimir Putin came into force. Russia declared a ceasefire from May 8-10 to mark anniversary of its World War II Victory Day. |
Saudi minister in India on unannounced visit; meets S Jaishankar | Saudi Arabia's Minister of State for Foreign Affairs Adel Aljubeir is in India on an unannounced visit, PTI reported. He held talks with External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar on Thursday amid rising tensions between India and Pakistan. Sharing a picture of the meeting on X (formerly Twitter), Jaishankar wrote, "Shared India's perspectives on firmly countering terrorism." |
TV anchor asks for proof on 'downed Indian jets', Pak Minister laughably cites social media | A CNN anchor sought evidence from Pakistan Defence Minister Khawaja Asif for the country's claims that it "downed Indian fighter jets" during Operation Sindoor. "The evidence is all over...Indian social media," Asif laughably replied before being shut down by the anchor. "You're the Defence Minister. The reason to talk to you...isn't to talk about social media content," the anchor replied. |
Who is 26/11 plotter Sajid Mir, mentioned by India in Operation Sindoor briefing? | During Operation Sindoor briefing, India mentioned Sajid Mir case as an example of Pakistan "misleading" the world and sheltering terrorists. Mir is a top Lashkar-e-Taiba operative who was "brought back to life" after being declared dead by Pakistan under international pressure. He was the chief planner of 26/11 Mumbai terror attack and is on NIA and FBI's most wanted list. |
People being moved to underground bunkers amid Pak attacks on civilians in J&K's Poonch | People are being moved to underground bunkers and other safe locations amid Pakistan's attack on civilians in J&K's Poonch and other border areas. Pakistani shelling destroyed houses, vehicles and various buildings. Officials said that the Indian Army is responding to the Pakistani shelling in a befitting manner. |
UN General Assembly reacts to India-Pakistan tensions | Philemon Yang, President of UN General Assembly said he's "deeply concerned about escalating hostilities" between India and Pakistan. "I call for both sides to exercise maximum restraint and for...immediate de-escalation," he stated. "I reiterate my condemnation of...terrorist attacks...I firmly believe...dialogue and diplomatic solutions...are the only ways to resolve differences," Yang added. |
Black smoke emerges from Sistine Chapel as no Pope elected in 1st vote | Black smoke billowed from the Sistine Chapel's chimney on Wednesday, signalling that the cardinals did not elect a new Pope during the first round of voting. The 133 cardinal electors are barred from contact with the outside world while they deliberate on who should succeed Pope Francis. Once a Pope is chosen, white smoke will rise from Sistine Chapel's chimney. |
Don't retaliate against India: US leader Ro Khanna to Pakistan | US Congressman Ro Khanna has called on Pakistan not to retaliate against India after Operation Sindoor. "Both [India and Pakistan] have nuclear weapons. Well, the most urgent thing is de-escalation," he said. "We also have to understand that Pakistani Army chief Asim Munir is a dictator...There is no honest voice right now in Pakistan, because it's a dictatorship," Khanna added. |
Several pro-Palestine protestors arrested at US' Columbia University | Dozens of Columbia University students were arrested on Wednesday after they seized part of the school's main library in what was seen as one of the biggest pro-Palestinian demonstrations on campus since 2024. After the demonstration, US Secretary of State Marco Rubio said his department is reviewing the visa status of the protestors. Rubio referred to protestors as "pro-Hamas thugs". |
Pakistan closes airspace over Lahore, Islamabad airports after Operation Sindoor | Pakistan has closed its airspace for all commercial flights at Lahore and Islamabad airports, as per the Pakistan Airports Authority. It also raised concerns with International Civil Aviation Organization over India's Operation Sindoor. India had struck nine terror sites in Pakistan and PoK on Wednesday. Flight operations were also reportedly temporarily suspended at Karachi and Sialkot airports. |
Singapore urges citizens to defer non-essential travel to Pak, J&K | Singapore has issued a travel advisory urging its citizens to defer all non-essential travel to Pakistan and Jammu and Kashmir after India carried out Operation Sindoor. "Singaporeans in India and Pakistan are advised to remain vigilant and take all necessary precautions for personal safety," the statement read. It further advised people to avoid large gatherings and monitor local news. |
India has the right to dismantle vile terrorist infrastructure in Pakistan: UK MP Priti Patel | After India's Operation Sindoor against terrorists in Pakistan and PoK, British MP Priti Patel said, "We're clear that India has the right to...dismantle the vile terrorist infrastructure that has caused death and continues to threaten them." "And we know that terrorists based in Pakistan threaten India," she added. Patel also called for de-escalation of tensions between India and Pakistan. |
Satellite images show extent of damage caused by Indian strikes in Pakistan | Satellite images released by Maxar Technologies and shared by Reuters show damage to terror camps in Bahawalpur and Muridke in Pakistan. India on Wednesday launched precision strikes on terrorist infrastructures at nine sites in Pakistan and Pakistan-occupied Kashmir in retaliation for the Pahalgam terror attack. No Pakistani military facilities were targeted, the Indian government had said. |
North Korea fires multiple missiles towards sea: South Korea | North Korea has fired multiple short-range ballistic missiles off its east coast, South Korea's military said. The missiles were launched from Wonsan, North Korea's eastern coastal city, and flew up to 800 km before splashing down in the sea, the military said. The launches are seen as a possible performance test of weapons which North Korea plans to export. |
Blast in Pakistan's Lahore | A blast was heard in Pakistan's eastern city of Lahore on Thursday morning, according to Pakistani broadcaster Geo TV and a Reuters witness. Earlier, Pakistan was put on red alert following India's Operation Sindoor that targeted terrorist hideouts. India carried out the strikes after Pakistani terrorists attacked tourists in Pahalgam killing at least 26 people. |
Trump to announce trade deal with 'big & highly respected country' | US President Donald Trump said he will hold a "big news conference" on Thursday at the Oval Office. It will be regarding a "major trade deal with representatives of a big and highly respected country", he wrote on Truth Social. The 78-year-old is expected to announce a trade deal between the US and Britain, The New York Times reported. |
Day after Operation Sindoor, Pak again resorts to cross-border shelling; India retaliates | The Pakistani Army resorted to unprovoked firing during the night of May 7-8 across multiple sectors along LoC. Indian Armed Forces retaliated effectively against the unprovoked firing, which comes a day after Indian Armed Forces targeted terror infrastructure in Pakistan and PoK as part of 'Operation Sindoor'. The firing by Pakistan targeted areas opposite Kupwara, Baramulla, Uri and Akhnoor. |
India tightened rope around Pakistan's neck by 9 knots: Ex-VP of Afghanistan | Commenting on India's Operation Sindoor against Pakistan, former Vice President of Afghanistan Amrullah Saleh said, "India's retaliation was bold, unprecedented, and true to its promise, tightening the rope by nine knots." "I find it puzzling that Pakistan labels it a...cowardly attack...What India executed was anything but cowardly—it was a courageous, forthright strike," he further said. |
India and Pakistan have done tit for tat, hopefully they can stop now: Donald Trump | Talking about India-Pakistan tensions, US President Donald Trump said, "I get along with both, I know both very well, and I want to see them work it out." He added, "I want to see them stop...They have done tit for tat, hopefully they can stop now." He further said, "If I can do anything to help, I will be there." |
Human development progress has hit 35-year low: UNDP | A report from UNDP (United Nations Development Programme) revealed that global human development progress has slowed to its lowest rate in 35 years, with widening gaps between rich and poor nations. The Human Development Index rose slightly in 2024. India improved to 130th rank, but inequality remains a challenge. The report urged urgent action and responsible use of AI. |
Pakistan losing grip on Balochistan, especially after dark: ex-Pak PM Abbasi | In a recent interview, former Pakistan PM Shahid Khaqan Abbasi said that Balochistan is slipping away from Islamabad's grip. "After dark, the state's presence virtually disappears," he said, pointing to the growing operational confidence of Baloch armed groups. Abbasi's remarks came on May 5, a day before Baloch Liberation Army killed 14 Pakistani army personnel in two separate attacks. |
India deploys IGLA-S air defence missiles along border amid tensions with Pak | Amid rising tensions with Pakistan, India has deployed IGLA-S air defence missiles along the western border and upgraded the IAF's SU-30 MKI fighter jets with advanced BVR missiles, DD India reported. It further reported that SU-30 MKI jets, armed with Astra Mk-1 & I-Derby ER BVR missiles, will eliminate range disadvantage versus Pakistani F-16 jets. |
US SC allows Trump govt to implement transgender military ban | The US Supreme Court on Tuesday allowed the Donald Trump administration to implement ban on transgender people in the military. Earlier, a US federal judge had blocked the ban, calling it unconstitutional. LGBT rights groups called the Supreme Court's decision a "devastating blow to transgender service members who have demonstrated their capabilities and commitment to our nation's defence." |
France says 'support India in fight against terrorist groups' after Operation Sindoor | After India carried out Operation Sindoor, French Foreign Affairs Ministry said, "France condemned the terrorist attack in Pahalgam on 22 April and expressed its full solidarity with India. France supports India in its fight against terrorist groups." France further called for de-escalation and the protection of civilians. India carried out strikes at nine terror hideouts in Pakistan and PoK. |
15 civilians killed in Pak shelling, firing in J&K | At least 15 civilians have been killed and 43 injured in shelling and firing by Pakistani army in Jammu and Kashmir's Poonch and Tangdhar, according to reports. Several children are among civilians killed and injured in Pakistani firing in the border areas. Several civilian infrastructure and houses were also damaged. Indian forces are responding to Pakistani shelling in equal measure. |
BLA takes responsibility for attacks killing 14 Pakistani soldiers | The Baloch Liberation Army (BLA) claimed responsibility for two separate attacks that resulted in the deaths of 14 Pakistani Army soldiers. In one incident, BLA carried out remote-controlled IED attack on a military convoy vehicle in Bolan, killing 12 soldiers. In another operation, BLA on Tuesday targeted Bomb Disposal Squad of Pakistani Army in Kech, killing two officers. |
Punishing terrorists behind Pahalgam attack important: Japan after Operation Sindoor | Foreign Minister S Jaishankar and his Japanese counterpart Iwaya Takeshi held a telephonic call following Operation Sindoor. Takeshi condemned Pahalgam terror attack and all forms of terrorism and said, "Fair investigation and punishment of offenders of this terrorist attack are important." He also urged both India and Pakistan to exercise restraint, Japanese foreign ministry said. |
EAM speaks with counterparts of France, Japan on Operation Sindoor | External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar on Wednesday spoke to his counterparts from Japan, Germany, France and Spain and briefed them about India's strikes on terror sites in Pakistan and PoK. After speaking with Japan FM Takeshi Iwaya, EAM said, "Appreciate the strong condemnation of April 22 terrorist attack." Jaishankar had a joint call with France and Germany's foreign ministers. |
From Meghdoot to Sindoor: India’s legacy of military strikes | India's Operation Sindoor, a precise pre-dawn strike on terror camps in Pakistan and PoK, follows a long history of military responses—from 1984’s Meghdoot to 1999’s Vijay. Launched after the Pahalgam attack, the operation killed 70 terrorists. It underscores India’s evolving doctrine: swift, proportionate action against Pakistan-backed terrorism. |
Trump government may soon deport migrants to Libya: Reports | As part of immigration crackdown, the Donald Trump administration may soon start deporting migrants to Libya, reports said. The deportations, expected to be operated by the US military, could start as early as this week as per the reports. Earlier, reports claimed the Trump administration sought deportation agreements with several countries in Africa and Europe. |
How did India identify Pakistani terror camps which it struck under Operation Sindoor? | India was able to identify Pakistani terror camps, which were struck under Operation Sindoor on Wednesday, using information it extracted from interrogation of terrorists' overground workers, reports stated. India also used GPS coordinates of killed terrorists to identify at least two launchpads in Pakistan's Sialkot. The country then tracked the movement of terrorists from the Sialkot launchpads. |
Vietnam Airlines reroutes 10 flights after Operation Sindoor | Vietnam Airlines said on Wednesday it has rerouted around 10 flights between Vietnam and European countries including Germany, France, England to avoid Pakistani airspace. This came after India launched 'Operation Sindoor' against Pakistan. Several airlines, including Air France, Lufthansa, Malaysia Airlines, Korean Air and Thai Airways, have changed their operations following India's strikes. |
Osama bin Laden partly funded construction of terror camp struck by India | Al-Qaeda founder Osama bin Laden partly funded the construction of Markaz Taiba terror camp, which was struck by India under Operation Sindoor, reports said on Wednesday. Laden gave 10 million PKR for construction of mosque and guest house in the camp, located in Pakistan's Muridke, they added. Mumbai 26/11 attacks terrorist Ajmal Kasab was trained there, officials said. |
Pakistan put on red alert | After Operation Sindoor conducted by Indian Armed Forces against terror hideouts in Pakistan and PoK, Pakistan has been placed on a 'red alert'. All Pakistani government hospitals have been directed to remain on emergency footing, while airspace for both domestic and international flights has been shut for 24-36 hours. Over 80 terrorists have reportedly been killed in Indian strikes. |
How did international media cover India's Operation Sindoor against Pakistan? | The New York Times led with the headline 'India launches missile strikes inside Pakistan after Kashmir attack' while covering Operation Sindoor, emphasising that India had informed US of the strike in advance. CNN wrote 'India and Pakistan on brink of wider conflict', noting that India aimed terror infrastructure. The Washington Post called the operation India's "measured show of force". |
US imports from China reach 20-year low amid Trump's tariffs | Following US President Donald Trump's reciprocal tariff strategy, the share of Chinese goods in total US imports has dropped to its lowest level in over two decades. Currently, Chinese imports make up only 11% of all US imports, down from 22% seven years ago. There has been a sharp decline in imports of China-made goods, including toys, kitchenware and apparel. |
India attacked with full preparation, came with 80 aircraft: Pakistan PM in address to nation | After India's Operation Sindoor, Pakistan Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif in an address to his nation said, "India attacked with full preparation, came with 80 aircraft." He also talked about India's recent deal with France to buy 26 Rafale fighter jets. "Every day we got information that Indian aircraft will attack Pakistan," he further said. |
Media outlets falsely share video from Gaza as 'Operation Sindoor' | Mainstream media outlets aired old and unrelated footage from Israeli airstrikes on Gaza misreporting it as visuals of India's airstrike on Pakistan, as part of 'Operation Sindoor'. BOOM found that the viral footage actually shows Israeli airstrikes on Gaza from October, 2023, and is unrelated to the current India-Pakistan conflict. |
India is justified in striking terrorist infrastructure: Rishi Sunak on Operation Sindoor | Former UK PM Rishi Sunak backed India after Operation Sindoor, which targeted nine terrorist sites in Pakistan and PoK. "No nation should have to accept terrorist attacks being launched against it from land controlled by another country," he wrote on X. "India is justified in striking terrorist infrastructure. There can be no impunity for terrorists," Sunak added. |
Video of Gaza bombing wrongly shared as Operation Sindoor video by Pak journalist | A Pakistani journalist falsely claimed a video depicting bombings in Gaza as footage of India's strikes under Operation Sindoor. The footage showed intense bombing at night. It was earlier shared by Kabul News in 2023, reporting on an incident from Gaza. Several social media users flagged the video, with one person commenting, "This is fake." |
India slams Chinese state media for sharing fake news after Operation Sindoor | India Embassy in China slammed Chinese state media Global Times for peddling fake news after India's Operation Sindoor against Pakistan. The agency falsely claimed that Pakistan downed Indian fighter jets. "We'd recommend you verify your facts and cross-examine your sources before pushing out...dis-information," India said, calling out serious lapse in responsibility and journalistic ethics. |
EAM discusses cross-border terrorism with Qatar after Op Sindoor | EAM Jaishankar on Wednesday spoke to Qatar PM Mohammed bin Abdulrahman Al Thani after India hit terrorist hideouts inside Pakistan and PoK as part of its Operation Sindoor. "Good to speak to PM & FM Mohammed bin Abdulrahman Al Thani of Qatar. Discussed India’s targeted and measured response to deter cross-border terrorism," EAM said in a tweet. |
Israel refutes Trump's claim of 3 hostages being killed in Gaza | An Israeli official clarified that 24 hostages were alive in Gaza after US President Donald Trump said the number was 21. On Tuesday, Trump said three hostages had died prompting the families of hostages to ask the Israeli government for clarification. A total of 251 people were taken hostage during the Hamas attacks on southern Israel in October 2023. |
JeM's communication network destroyed in Pakistan | India's strikes in Pakistan and PoK destroyed Jaish-e-Mohammed's communication network that was concealed within a terror site in Tehra Kalan village in Sarjal, reported PTI. According to the report, this was a long-standing concern for security forces. The High Frequency communications network was employed to communicate with terrorists who had infiltrated in Jammu and Kashmir. |
US and China to hold trade talks in Switzerland | US and Chinese officials are scheduled to meet in Switzerland in what could be the first step toward resolving their trade war. US President Donald Trump has imposed import tariffs of up to 145% on Chinese goods, while Beijing retaliated with tariffs of 125% on US products. Stock markets in China and Hong Kong registered gains after the meeting's announcement. |
India briefs UNSC members on Operation Sindoor, shows proof of Pak's role in Pahalgam attack | After Indian Armed Forces carried out Operation Sindoor against terrorists hideouts in Pakistan and PoK, permanent and non-permanent members of the United Nations Security Council (UNSC) were briefed by the Ministry of External Affairs in Delhi. Evidence of Pakistan's involvement in Pahalgam terror attack was shared with the ambassadors, according to reports. |
Trump is pressurising Ukraine to give territory to Russia: Biden | Former US President Joe Biden said his successor Donald Trump's pressure on Ukraine to give up territory to Russia is a form of modern-day appeasement that will never satisfy Moscow. Biden said Russian President Vladimir Putin believes Ukraine is part of "mother Russia". Biden further said Europe is going to lose confidence in the certainty of America and its leadership. |
Who is Masood Azhar, terrorist whose relatives have been killed in India's strikes? | UN-designated terrorist Masood Azhar's Jaish-e-Mohammed (JeM) was responsible for Pulwama attack which killed 40 CRPF soldiers. He was arrested and jailed in India in 1994 and his release was demanded by hijackers of Indian Airlines Flight 814 in 1999. He was released in exchange for hostages. Ten of the terrorist's family members died in India's Operation Sindoor strikes on Pakistan. |
Ceasefire can't bring lasting solution to Ukraine issue: Russia FM | Russian Foreign Minister Sergey Lavrov argued that a ceasefire or pause on hostilities along the line of contact cannot alone bring lasting solution to the conflict between Russia and Ukraine. Reiterating that NATO's expansion caused Ukraine war, he said, "It's no less important to achieve full respect for human rights in the territories remaining under the control of Kyiv regime." |
A very big announcement coming soon: Trump | US President Donald Trump has said that he will be making "a very big announcement" soon. "It's not about trade but something else but it's going to be a truly earth shattering and a positive development for this country and for the people of this country. And that will take place sometime within the next few days," he added. |
Pic shows only 4 civilian flights over Pakistan after Operation Sindoor | Flightradar24 shared a picture showing just four civilian aircrafts over Pakistan, hours after India launched Operation Sindoor against multiple terror camps. On the other hand, the picture also showed thousands of flights over India, with a majority of them present over west and south India. This comes despite Pakistan not closing its airspace for any flights other than India's. |
We're not in danger, we're danger ourselves: Kangana on Op Sindoor | BJP MP Kangana Ranaut reacting to India's Operation Sindoor against Pakistan, said, "We (India) are not in danger, we are the danger ourselves." Kangana stated that she wishes "India's Armed Forces may get more success". She added, "Husbands of our mothers and daughters were killed right in front of their eyes...those deaths are being avenged now". |
ISI, Pakistan police officers seen at terrorist's funeral after Operation Sindoor | A video has reportedly shown officers of Pakistani spy agency ISI and police officers attending funeral of terrorist Yaqub Mughal, who was allegedly killed in India's Operation Sindoor strikes on Pakistan and PoK. Mughal was reportedly heading Bilal Terror Training Camp in Muzaffarabad. The camp, reportedly a known launchpad for cross-border terrorism, was among the nine sites hit by India. |
Govt mustn't stop now: Pahalgam attack victim's wife on Op Sindoor | The wife of Pahalgam terrorist attack victim Sameer Guha, reacting to India's Operation Sindoor against Pakistan, said, "We request the government... they should not stop now...they should continue until terrorism is completely finished." She also thanked the government for the strikes, stating, "We are thankful and happy for what the government did". "Our loss is irreplaceable," she added. |
All 9 terror sites in Pak, PoK were disguised as health centres: Officials | India chose the nine sites in Pakistan and PoK as targets based on "credible information" that they were terror camps disguised as health centres, PTI reported citing officials. They said the terror sites were camouflaged to "evade detection and circumvent sanctions from international organisations, including the Financial Action Task Force". The strikes were conducted under Operation Sindoor. |
13 killed as Israel strikes school sheltering displaced in Gaza | Israeli strikes on a school sheltering displaced families in northern Gaza killed 13 Palestinians on Wednesday, local health authorities said. Earlier on Tuesday, two Israeli airstrikes hit another school sheltering displaced people in central Gaza, killing at least 29 people, including women and children. Israeli troops have reportedly taken over an area amounting to around a third of Gaza. |
Bomb blasted in front of our home at 4 am, it hasn't happened before: Uri man on Pak shelling | A local of Uri near LoC in J&K described destruction caused by Pakistani shelling, saying, "A bomb blasted in front of our home...at around 4am. It hasn't happened before." "It caused a big loss...Women and children are safe but are scared and shaken...We're poor, there are no bunkers or anything here," he said. "Shelling was ongoing since 2am," he added. |
Masood Azhar confirms death of family members in Indian airstrikes | JeM chief Masood Azhar has confirmed 14 deaths, including 10 family members, in India's Operation Sindoor airstrikes targeting JeM sites in Pakistan. Strikes, launched in response to Pahalgam terror attack, killed over 70 militants. India used precision-guided missiles to minimize civilian casualties. Azhar, unfazed, called the deceased "guests of Allah" and invited followers to funeral prayers. |
India releases before-after footage of targeted terror camp in PoK | During a media briefing on Operation Sindoor on Wednesday, the Indian government released before-after footage of the Barnala camp in PoK's Bhimber, which was hit during the strike. The camp was used for giving weapons and explosives training to terror recruits. They were also taught jungle survival techniques, said NDTV. Nine terror sites were targeted by India in the operation. |
No intent to escalate but well prepared to retaliate if Pak escalates: Doval to other nations | After Operation Sindoor, India's National Security Advisor (NSA) Ajit Doval spoke to his counterparts in US, UK, Saudi Arabia, Japan, Russia and France. Stating that actions taken and method of execution, which was measured, non-escalatory and restrained, Doval stated that India has no intent to escalate but was well prepared to retaliate resolutely should Pakistan decide to escalate. |
Over 350 Indians killed due to cross-border terrorism in last 10 years: Govt | In the last 10 years, more than 350 Indian civilians have been killed in terrorist attacks perpetrated from across the border, the government said in its press conference on Operation Sindoor on Wednesday. Around 800 civilians were injured and over 600 security personnel were killed on-duty in these attacks, the government said. India attacked terror targets in Pakistan and PoK. |
US should stand with India: US leader after Operation Sindoor | India-born US Congressman Shri Thanedar called on America to stand in solidarity with India after Indian Armed Forces carried out Operation Sindoor against Pakistan. He said India struck terrorist infrastructure following the horrific attack in Pahalgam. "India has the right to defend its people. I stand firmly with our ally in its efforts to dismantle these extremist networks," he said. |
We call on India & Pakistan to exercise restraint: France | French Foreign Minister Jean-Noel Barrot responded to India's 'Operation Sindoor' against Pakistan on May 7 in response to Pahalgam terrorist attack. "We understand India's desire to protect itself against the scourge of terrorism. But we obviously call on both India and Pakistan to exercise restraint, to avoid escalation and, of course, to protect civilians," he said. |
Man carries cake, 'Indian Army zindabad' poster to Pakistan High Commission in Delhi | A video has surfaced showing a man carrying a cake and posters praising Indian Army to Pakistan High Commission in New Delhi. He said he carried flags and posters, which read, "Indian Army zindabad (Long live Indian Army)", to celebrate Operation Sindoor. This comes after a man was seen carrying a cake to High Commission two days after Pahalgam attack. |
Old pic shared with wrong 'Indian Rafale jet shot down by Pakistan' claim | The PIB Fact Check has said that pro-Pakistan accounts are sharing old images with fake claims. "An old image showing a crashed aircraft is being circulated with the claim that Pakistan recently shot down an Indian Rafale jet near Bahawalpur during the Operation Sindoor," it stated. The image is of 2021 incident involving IAF MiG-21 jet crash in Punjab's Moga. |
Pakistan authorises its armed forces to undertake actions in response to Operation Sindoor | Pakistan has authorised its armed forces to undertake corresponding actions in response to India's Operation Sindoor. Pakistan Prime Minister's Office announced the decision after a security meet. India had targeted nine terror camps in Pakistan and Pakistan-occupied Kashmir on the intervening night of May 6 and 7 in response to the Pahalgam terror attack, in which 26 tourists were killed. |
Pakistan's Chinese radars failed to detect Indian strikes under Operation Sindoor: Report | China-supplied radars in Pakistan reportedly failed to detect India's strikes on multiple terror camps under Operation Sindoor, launched in retaliation to the Pahalgam terror attack. Pakistan's radars had also failed to detect the accidental firing of a BrahMos missile from India in March 2022. Pakistan had reportedly submitted a list of 388 defects in its radars to China. |
Pic shows damaged terror base in PoK after India's Operation Sindoor | A picture shared by Reuters shows a damaged terror base in PoK's Muzaffarabad after it was hit in a strike in India's Operation Sindoor. Wednesday's military strikes on Pakistani targets were in response to the killing of 26 people, mostly tourists, in Pahalgam. Nine terrorist sites in Pakistan and PoK were targeted by India in the strikes. |
India shuts Kartarpur corridor for a day after Operation Sindoor | India shut Kartarpur corridor at Dera Baba Nanak in Punjab's Gurdaspur for the day, a senior official said on Wednesday. This comes after Indian Armed Forces struck multiple terror camps in Pakistan in the intervening night of Tuesday and Wednesday. The corridor links Pakistan's Darbar Sahib gurdwara, Guru Nanak Dev's final resting place, to Dera Baba Nanak shrine in Gurdaspur. |
PM Modi meets President Murmu after Operation Sindoor | PM Narendra Modi visited the Rashtrapati Bhavan to meet President Droupadi Murmu and brief her on Operation Sindoor that was carried out by Indian Armed Forces. The forces struck nine terror targets in Pakistan and PoK to avenge the killing of 26 civilians in Pahalgam terror attack on April 22. |
Resolve crisis through diplomatic means: Qatar to India, Pakistan | After India conducted Operation Sindoor against Pakistan in response to the Pahalgam terror attack, Qatar urged both nations to resolve the crisis through diplomatic means. "Exercise maximum restraint, give priority to the voice of wisdom [and] respect the principles of good neighbourliness," it added. Qatar emphasised the urgent need to keep communication channels open between India and Pakistan. |
Pakistan targets UN assets in J&K: Reports | Pakistan has been trying to target assets of the United Nations in Jammu and Kashmir after Indian Armed Forces struck nine terror camps in Pakistan and Pakistan-occupied Kashmir on Wednesday, according to reports. An artillery shell fired by the Pakistan Army narrowly missed a UN field station and fell outside its gate in Poonch, reports added. |
India is going to win: Trump ally Laura on Operation Sindoor against Pakistan | Laura Loomer, an ally of US President Donald Trump, has reacted after India hit terrorist hideouts inside Pakistan and PoK as part of Operation Sindoor. "India is going to win," she wrote after the strikes. Earlier, Trump said, "I guess people knew something was going to happen. Hope this ends quickly." |
4 drones came while we slept, destroyed everything: Eyewitness of India's Pak strikes | A local resident of Pakistan's Muridke, who was an eyewitness to India's strikes at nine terror sites, said four Indian drones came while they were asleep. "It was around 12:45 am...Three drones attacked a mosque and destroyed everything," he said. Another eyewitness of the strike in Muzaffarabad said, "Suddenly shelling started. I think about 10-15 missiles hit here." |
Video purportedly shows terror outfit JeM's hub destroyed in Op Sindoor strikes | A purported video of the destroyed Jaish-e-Mohammed (JeM) headquarters has surfaced after India's overnight Operation Sindoor targeted several locations in Pakistan and PoK. As per reports, one of the sites targeted by India was Markaz Subhan Allah- JeM's hub and training camp in Pakistan's Bahawalpur. JeM chief Maulana Masood Azhar is said to have lost 10 relatives in the strike. |
PM Modi calls Operation Sindoor 'perfect strike' as he briefs Union Cabinet | Prime Minister Narendra Modi briefed the Union Cabinet on Operation Sindoor, calling it a "perfect strike", according to reports quoting sources. The Prime Minister also called the strikes in Pakistan and PoK a "proud moment". The strikes by India targeted multiple terrorist hideouts, with reports claiming that terrorist Masood Azhar's 10 family members have been killed. |
US advises its citizens to leave areas of active conflict in Pak | The US Mission to Pakistan issued a security alert advising American citizens to leave areas of active conflict following India's Operation Sindoor. "Exercise caution and leave the area if you find yourself unexpectedly in the vicinity of military activities," it said. The alert added, "Shelter in place if you cannot relocate...Keep a low profile and be aware of your surroundings." |
Vatican enforces high-tech security for upcoming papal conclave | Vatican City has implemented extreme security measures for the upcoming papal conclave. 133 cardinals will enter the Sistine Chapel, where they will select the next pope. High-tech defenses, such as signal-blocking tiles, a Faraday cage, and deactivated cell towers, protect the process. The cardinals’ every move is monitored to ensure secrecy and security throughout the event. |
Eliminate Pakistan: Pahalgam terrorist attack victim's wife after Operation Sindoor | After India's Operation Sindoor against Pakistan, Pahalgam terrorist attack victim Sameer Guha's wife said, "This [Operation Sindoor] was supposed to happen." "Whole Pakistan needs to be eliminated otherwise similar incidents will happen again," she added. The victims' families have thanked Prime Minister Narendra Modi for the strikes in Pakistan and PoK. |
Terrorist Masood Azhar's 10 family members killed in Operation Sindoor strikes | At least 10 members of Jaish-e-Mohammed (JeM) chief Maulana Masood Azhar's family were killed in Operation Sindoor military strikes by India in Pakistan and Pakistan-occupied Kashmir, reports said on Wednesday. Four of the UN-designated terrorist's aides were reportedly killed and his brother-in-law and sister were among those killed. JeM's operational base in Bahawalpur was targeted. |
PM Modi cancels 3-nation visit as India conducts Operation Sindoor: Report | PM Narendra Modi has cancelled visits to Croatia, Norway and Netherlands after Indian Armed Forces conducted Operation Sindoor to target terrorists sites in Pakistan and PoK, according to reports. PM Modi was reportedly scheduled to travel to these nations in mid-May. During a press briefing, India said that its Armed Forces are fully prepared for any misadventures by Pakistan. |
Pak got references to TRF removed from UN statement on Pahalgam attack: Govt | India had, in 2024, given inputs to a United Nations sanctions committee about The Resistance Front (TRF), the proxy outfit of Pakistan-based Lashkar-e-Taiba that was behind Pahalgam terror attack, Foreign Secretary Vikram Misri said. Pakistan created pressure and got references to TRF removed from the April 2025 UN Security Council press statement on the April 22nd attack, Misri added. |
Our military ready to refrain if India halts its operation: Pakistan | After India carried out Operation Sindoor to target nine terror sites in Pakistan and PoK, Pakistan Defence Minister Khawaja Asif has said that Pakistani military was ready to refrain from further action if India halted its operations on the border. More than 80 terrorists have died in the strikes, according to reports. |
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