K.T.M. Srinivas

Following escalating hostilities, India retaliated against Pakistan, targeting air defense systems and other strategic sites after thwarting missile and drone attacks on Indian military bases and civilian areas. Operation Sindoor is underway, with India responding to Pakistan's aggression with targeted strikes and forward deployments. The international community watches as tensions rise between the two nations.

Tensions have escalated along the western border as the Indian Army released footage of a Pakistani drone being shot down. This action follows a major assault by Pakistani Armed Forces involving drones, missiles, and ceasefire violations across Jammu and Kashmir. Indian forces repulsed the attacks, responding with force after Operation Sindoor targeted terror camps in retaliation for a prior attack.

India’s robust air defence system — Russian S-400 Triumf, Akash air defence system, Israeli Spyder, and Barak 8 — successfully defended multiple north Indian cities against a rain of Pakistani missiles. And at the same time, India managed to strike deep into Lahore and Karachi

Following heightened tensions and India's response to terror attacks, Jammu experienced explosions and a blackout early Friday, with security forces neutralizing threats. Simultaneously, Punjab and Rajasthan enforced blackouts amid reports of drone activity and explosions, prompting heightened security measures and investigations.

On the night of May 8-9, 2025, the Indian Army successfully intercepted and downed over 50 Pakistani swarm drones attempting to breach the LoC and International Borders. This comprehensive counter-drone operation involved advanced weaponry and specialized counter-UAS equipment across multiple sectors. The attacks followed Indian precision strikes in Pakistan and Pakistan-occupied Kashmir under 'Operation Sindoor'.

BCCI is in a huddle after the match between Punjab Kings and Delhi Capitals was called off midway due to the cross-border tensions. The players and spectators were asked to evacuate the venue immediately and now the Indian cricket board has planned a special train to get the players, support staff and broadcast crew to safe zone.

Pak army chief, wannabe heir of Zia and Jinnah, is a toxic version of his idols. His need to manufacture external threats to consolidate internal control is what’s escalating conflict with India

PIB Fact Check has cautioned against Pakistan-sponsored propaganda flooding social media, urging citizens to verify information related to the Indian Armed Forces and the ongoing situation. They provided contact details for reporting dubious content. Anand Mahindra and Sridhar Vembu have expressed their support for Operation Sindoor, with Vembu emphasizing the importance of strength and resolve in maintaining peace.

Amid escalating India-Pakistan tensions, IPL chairman Arun Dhumal directed spectators to evacuate the Dharamsala stadium, leading to the abandonment of the Punjab Kings versus Delhi Capitals match. A floodlight failure halted the game after 10.1 overs, despite a dominant 122-run opening partnership by Punjab. Players and staff will now travel to Delhi via a special train from Pathankot. A video now viral on social media captures Arun Dhumal walking onto the field and urging the crowd to exit the stadium immediately.