Families of the Pahalgam terror attack victims expressed gratitude for India’s retaliatory Operation Sindoor, which targeted terror bases in Pakistan-occupied Kashmir. Corporal Tage Hailyang’s family in Arunachal Pradesh said the action brought a sense of justice but urged continued caution. Hailyang, an IAF corporal, was killed while on vacation. His widow remains in shock. In Visakhapatnam, the family of J S Chandramouli, a retired SBI employee also killed in the attack, echoed similar sentiments. While grieving, they acknowledged the operation as a necessary response, seeking justice and peace through accountability of the perpetrators.

In response to the April 22 Pahalgam terror attack that claimed 26 lives, India launched Operation Sindoor, targeting nine terrorist infrastructure sites in Pakistan and Pakistan-administered Kashmir. Among those killed were 10 relatives of Jaish-e-Mohammed chief Masood Azhar, including his brother-in-law and nephews. Azhar confirmed their deaths, expressing no regret. India asserts the operation aimed at eliminating terrorist networks, while Pakistan condemned it as an act of war, reporting civilian casualties. The strikes have escalated tensions between the nuclear-armed neighbors, prompting international calls for restraint. (PC: NDTV)

On May 7, 2025, India launched 'Operation Abhyaas,' a comprehensive civil defence mock drill across 244 districts, marking the first such exercise since 1971. Initiated by the Ministry of Home Affairs, the drill aimed to assess and enhance emergency preparedness in light of escalating tensions following Operation Sindoor. The exercises included air raid sirens, evacuation protocols, blackout simulations, and emergency response training in major cities like Delhi, Mumbai, Bengaluru, and Kolkata. Educational institutions, transportation hubs, and public spaces participated, with citizens advised to prepare emergency kits and limit phone usage during drills. The initiative underscores India's commitment to bolstering civil defence readiness amid current geopolitical challenges.   

  On May 5, 2025, Russia expressed serious concern over growing tensions between India and Pakistan following India's Operation Sindoor, which involved targeted airstrikes on terror camps in Pakistan and Pakistan-occupied Kashmir. The strikes came after the April 22 Pahalgam terror attack that killed 26 Indian civilians. The Kremlin condemned the attack as a “brutal crime” and called for both nations to exercise restraint and resolve differences peacefully. While reaffirming its strong anti-terror stance and solidarity with India, Russia also issued travel advisories and emphasized the need to prevent further escalation in the region. (PC: Reuters)  

On May 7, 2025, India strongly criticized Chinese state media for circulating false narratives about "Operation Sindoor," a targeted military operation launched in response to the deadly April 22 terror attack in Pahalgam that claimed 26 civilian lives. India asserted that the airstrikes were precise and intelligence-driven, targeting terror groups such as Jaish-e-Mohammed and Lashkar-e-Taiba operating from Pakistani territory, including Pakistan-occupied Kashmir. Rejecting Pakistan’s claims of civilian casualties, India accused China of amplifying disinformation and urged global media to fact-check and avoid spreading misleading narratives about the counter-terror campaign. (PC: Reuters)    

Amid heightened tensions following India's precision strikes on terror camps in Pakistan and PoK, civil defence mock drills were held across 244 districts in India on May 7. The nationwide exercise, led by the Ministry of Home Affairs, aimed to prepare civilians for emergency scenarios, including air raids. Activities included blackout drills, air raid siren tests, and evacuation rehearsals. Key locations like IGI Airport, Khan Market in Delhi, and Cross Maidan in Mumbai saw active participation from SDRF, police, and civil defence teams. However, drills in Jammu and Kashmir were called off due to the sensitive security situation. (PC: News18)

In a decisive response to the Pahalgam massacre, where 26 civilians were killed, India launched Operation Sindoor, targeting nine terror hubs in Pakistan, including Bahawalpur and Muridke—strongholds of Jaish-e-Mohammed and Lashkar-e-Taiba. Prime Minister Modi's choice of "Sindoor" symbolically honors the widows of the victims, conveying national solidarity. The operation, executed without crossing into Pakistani territory, underscores India's commitment to restraint while delivering a potent message: terrorist provocations will meet precise and measured retaliation. By avoiding escalation and focusing solely on terrorist infrastructure, India demonstrated its capability to counter threats without full-scale war, signaling to both Pakistan and the international community its resolve and strategic maturity. (PC: NDTV)

In a decisive 25-minute operation named 'Sindoor', India launched 24 precision missile strikes on nine terror camps in Pakistan and Pakistan-administered Kashmir, eliminating 70 militants. This action was in response to the April 22 Pahalgam attack, where 26 Hindu pilgrims were killed. Utilizing Rafale jets equipped with SCALP and Hammer missiles, the strikes targeted locations in Bahawalpur, Muridke, Tehra Kalan, Sialkot, Bhimber, Kotli, and Muzaffarabad. India emphasized the operation's focus on terrorist infrastructure, denying civilian casualties. Pakistan reported 26 civilian deaths, including children, and vowed retaliation. The international community, including the UN and major powers, urged restraint amid escalating tensions between the nuclear-armed neighbors. (PC: NDTV & Mathrubhumi English)

Defence Minister Rajnath Singh commended the Indian Armed Forces for their precision and restraint during Operation Sindoor, stating that only those responsible for the April 22 Pahalgam terror attack were targeted. Speaking at the inauguration of 50 Border Roads Organisation (BRO) projects across India, Singh said the strikes in Pakistan and PoK were measured and focused, avoiding civilian casualties. He emphasized that the action was India’s rightful response to the killing of 26 civilians by Pakistan-backed terrorists. Singh lauded the armed forces for executing the operation with professionalism, sending a strong message against terrorism without escalating the conflict. (PC: News18)

India has released the first visuals of Operation Sindoor, showing precision missile strikes that destroyed nine terror camps in Pakistan and PoK. Targets included Bahawalpur, Muridke, Kotli, and Muzaffarabad, among others. The Indian Army confirmed the operation was “measured, proportionate, and non-escalatory,” aimed at dismantling decades-old terror infrastructure. Defence officials cited intel of impending attacks, prompting the strike after the April 22 Pahalgam massacre. At a joint press briefing, senior military officials emphasized India’s resolve to bring justice to terror perpetrators. Pakistan condemned the action, vowing retaliation. India maintained the strikes stayed within Indian airspace using stand-off weapons.