In response to India’s ‘Operation Sindoor’ airstrikes targeting militant camps in Pakistan and PoK, Pakistan’s National Security Committee (NSC) has authorized its armed forces to take “corresponding actions” at a time and place of their choosing. Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif condemned the strikes as an “act of war,” vowing to retaliate for every life lost. Pakistan claims to have downed five Indian jets and a drone, while India insists its strikes were targeted and justified. The situation has led to intensified cross-border hostilities, civilian casualties, and growing international concern over potential escalation. (PC: AFP)  

Following India’s airstrikes under ‘Operation Sindoor’ targeting terror camps in Pakistan and PoK, Pakistan launched intense cross-border shelling in Jammu and Kashmir. Civilian areas in Kupwara, Baramulla, Uri, and Akhnoor were targeted, resulting in the death of 13 people—including four children and a soldier—and injuring 57 others. This marks the deadliest ceasefire violation since 2021. Homes and infrastructure were damaged, with residents forced into bunkers. The Indian Army retaliated with proportionate force, reinforcing its stance against unprovoked aggression and escalating border tensions. (PC: PTI)

Following India's military operation targeting terror infrastructure in Pakistan and PoK, 27 airports across northern, western, and central India have been shut down temporarily as a security measure. This disruption led to the cancellation of over 430 domestic flights on Thursday, with Pakistan also reporting 147 cancellations. Civilian air traffic was suspended over large areas of Indian and Pakistani airspace, forcing rerouting of international flights. Key airports affected include Srinagar, Jammu, Leh, Chandigarh, Amritsar, and Jodhpur. The shutdown impacts both civil and military aviation operations amid heightened regional tensions.

As tensions soar between India and Pakistan following India’s precision strikes on terror camps under Operation Sindoor, US President Donald Trump said, “I want to see it stop,” offering to mediate between the two nations. The military action, carried out in response to the April 22 Pahalgam terror attack that killed 26 civilians, targeted nine terror facilities in Pakistan and PoK. Over 80 terrorists were reportedly eliminated. Trump, speaking from the Oval Office, expressed readiness to assist in easing the conflict. India maintains the strikes were a “measured, non-escalatory” action based on credible intelligence. (PC: Reuters)

Chennai Super Kings edged out Kolkata Knight Riders in a thrilling last-over win, effectively ending KKR’s playoff hopes in IPL 2025. Chasing 180, CSK stumbled early at 60/5, but Dewald Brevis turned the game with a blistering 22-ball 50, including 30 runs in one over. Contributions from Shivam Dube, debutant Urvil Patel (31 off 11), and a calm finish by MS Dhoni ensured CSK’s victory. Noor Ahmad’s 4-wicket haul and Andre Russell’s explosive 38 were highlights for KKR. With this defeat, KKR's playoff hopes now hinge on improbable scenarios as CSK climbs the table with momentum.

Air travel was severely impacted across northern and western India following India’s precision missile strikes under Operation Sindoor. Over 300 flights were cancelled and 25 airports, including Srinagar, Jammu, Leh, Amritsar, and Jodhpur, were shut until May 10 due to security and airspace restrictions. Airlines like IndiGo, Air India, and SpiceJet offered full refunds or free rescheduling. Delhi Airport alone saw 140 flight cancellations. Several international carriers, including Qatar Airways and KLM, rerouted or suspended operations due to Pakistani airspace closure. Authorities advised passengers to stay updated via airlines amid the dynamic airspace situation caused by heightened military activity. (PC: Hindustan Times)

Following Operation Sindoor’s precision strikes on nine terror hubs in Pakistan and PoK, India has issued a stern warning to Islamabad. Top government sources declared that more terror bases are on India’s radar and any retaliatory action will invite a “befitting reply.” Defence Minister Rajnath Singh emphasized that India exercised its right to respond after the April 22 Pahalgam attack, targeting only those responsible for civilian deaths. Foreign Secretary Vikram Misri called the strikes “measured and proportionate.” India reiterated that no civilian or military infrastructure was harmed, and the focus remains on dismantling terror networks preemptively and decisively. (News18)

India’s Foreign Secretary Vikram Misri briefed envoys from 13 countries on Operation Sindoor, emphasizing that the precision strikes were a response to the Pahalgam terror attack, not an escalation. Misri stated that nine terror camps were hit using air, naval, and ground assets, killing over 80 terrorists linked to JeM, LeT, and Hizbul Mujahideen. Responding to concerns from the UK about mosque targeting, Misri clarified only terror-linked complexes were hit. He reiterated that the strikes, lasting just 25 minutes, avoided civilian or military infrastructure. India vowed to respond if Pakistan retaliates, calling the operation a decisive move against terrorism. (PC: India Today)

India carried out nationwide civil defence mock drills on Wednesday to test preparedness against emerging threats, amid escalating tensions with Pakistan. Dubbed ‘Operation Abhyaas,’ the drills featured blackout simulations in cities like Delhi, Mumbai, Patna, and Surat, alongside air raid sirens, evacuation protocols, and emergency response training. The Centre ordered these drills following Operation Sindoor, in which the Indian Armed Forces struck nine terror camps across Pakistan. Key locations, including Connaught Place and India Gate, temporarily went dark as authorities assessed readiness for potential war-like emergencies. Officials stated the objective is to bolster public safety amid evolving national security challenges. (PC: PTI)

India remains on high alert following 'Operation Sindoor', a targeted military strike that hit nine terror camps in Pakistan and PoK in retaliation for the Pahalgam massacre. In response, Pakistan launched heavy shelling, killing 15 civilians and injuring 43 in J&K. Union Home Minister Amit Shah chaired a high-level meeting, directing border states to maintain essential services and evacuate vulnerable populations. Defence Minister Rajnath Singh affirmed that India’s strike avoided civilian casualties. Amid fears of escalation, 25 airports across northern India were shut down. NSA Ajit Doval stated that while India seeks de-escalation, it is prepared for any further provocation. (PC: Hindustan Times)