India Pakistan Tensions Highlights: India’s Foreign Secretary Vikram Misri on Saturday confirmed multiple ceasefire violations by the Pakistani military, declaring that the Indian Army will respond “adequately and appropriately.” Misri condemned the intrusions, holding Pakistan fully responsible and urging it to “understand the gravity of the situation and act immediately to stop the aggression.”
In response, Pakistan’s Foreign Ministry on Sunday claimed its forces were “handling the situation with responsibility and restraint,” while accusing India of breaching the ceasefire agreement. The two countries had agreed to halt military operations across land, air, and sea following a ceasefire deal announced by US. President Donald Trump, who said the talks were mediated by the United States. This was later confirmed by Pakistan’s Foreign Minister Ishaq Dar, U.S. Secretary of State Marco Rubio, and India’s External Affairs Minister S. Jaishankar.
Despite the agreement, tensions remain high. Drones have reportedly been sighted across Jammu and Kashmir, Gujarat’s Kutch region, Punjab, and Rajasthan. India’s air defence systems have intercepted several unmanned aerial vehicles, while sirens and blackouts have been enforced in several districts, urging residents to stay indoors.
Meanwhile, India has stated that the Indus Waters Treaty remains suspended and that a ban on visas for Pakistani nationals continues. At a joint press briefing by the Ministry of External Affairs and Ministry of Defence, Air Commodore Raghu Nair stressed that while the ceasefire agreement is in place, “India remains prepared to defend its sovereignty at all times.”
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Drone activity spotted in Barmer, says DM
A day after ceasefire understanding was reached between India and Pakistan, report of drone activity is coming from Rajasthan's Barmer. A post from X handle Barmer District Collector & Magistrate read, "INCOMING DRONES ACTIVITY SPOTTED. Pls stay inside your houses and observe blackout."
'Have we achieved our objectives of decimating terrorist camps...the results are for the whole world to see'
Air Marshal AK Bharti says, "...Have we achieved our objectives of decimating the terrorist camps, and the answer is a thumping Yes and the results are for the whole world to see..."
#watch | Delhi: #operationsindoor | Air Marshal AK Bharti says, "...Have we achieved our objectives of decimating the terrorist camps, and the answer is a thumping Yes and the results are for the whole world to see..." pic.twitter.com/EH2MMjifpY
— ANI (@ANI) May 11, 2025
'We have raise ceasefire violations of last night with Pak DGMO'
DGMO Lt Gen Rajiv Ghai on Sunday said he had sent a fresh hotline message to his Pakistani counterpart, highlighting ceasefire and airspace violations that occurred on May 10. “We have earlier today sent another hotline message to my counterpart, highlighting these violations of the understanding between the DGMOs on May 10 and our firm and clear intent to respond to these fiercely,” Ghai stated. He emphasized that India responded to these violations robustly and dealt with them “as they must be”.
'If Pakistan dares to take any action...'
Vice Admiral AN Pramod says "...This time if Pakistan dares to take any action, Pakistan knows what we are going to do."
#watch | Delhi: #operationsindoor | Vice Admiral AN Pramod says "...This time if Pakistan dares to take any action, Pakistan knows what we are going to do." pic.twitter.com/5fMq3LjMF8
— ANI (@ANI) May 11, 2025
'India lost five Armed Forces personnel'
We have downed a few Pak planes, cannot reveal a figure at this moment, confirms DGMO. It was further revealed in the media briefing that five Indian Armed Forces personnel lost life during Operation Sindoor.
'Indian Navy were ready in Arabian Sea'
Indian forces in Arabian Sea were ready to strike selected targets, including Karachi, said Vice Admiral AN Pramod.
'Pakistan initiated call of ceasefire', says Lt Gen Rajiv Ghai
DGMO Lt General Rajiv Ghai said that he got a message from his Pakistani counterpart at 1535 hours yesterday with a willingness to stop the hostilities. A consensus on ceasefire was made at around 1700 hours.
Indian Army had 'achieved total surprise' in its operations
Air Marshal AK Bharti confirmed that 35–40 personnel from the Pakistan Army were killed in Indian strikes along the Line of Control. Director General of Military Operations (DGMO) Lt Gen Rajiv Ghai stated that the Indian Army had “achieved total surprise” in its operations, adding that over 100 terrorists were eliminated across nine terror hubs that were “deliberately identified” by Indian intelligence.
'35-40 Pakistan army personnel killed in action'
DGMO Lieutenant General Rajiv Ghai said that about 35-40 Pakistan army personnel were killed in action between May 7and 10.
DGMO confirms eliminating terrorists involved in IC814 hijacking, Pulwama attack
DGMO Lieutenant General Rajiv Ghai says "...Those strikes across those nine terror hubs left more than 100 terrorists killed, including high value targets such as Yusuf Azhar, Abdul Malik Rauf and Mudasir Ahmed that were involved in the hijack of IC814 and the Pulwama blast. The line of control was also violated soon after by Pakistan and the erratic and rattled response of our enemy was apparent from the number of civilians, inhabited villages and religious sites such as Gurudwaras that were unfortunately hit by them, leading to a sad loss of lives. The Indian Air Force played a major part in these strikes by engaging some of these camps and the Indian Navy provided wherewithal in terms of precision munitions. The Indian Air Force had their assets up in the sky..."
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'Operation Sindoor was created to punish terrorists'
Operation Sindoor was created to punish terrorists, says Lt Gen Rajiv Ghai during media briefing.
Top military officers start media briefing
Top military officials have started the media briefing. Several top brass officials who were part of Operation Sindoor are on the panel right now addressing the media.
India made it clear to the world that 'we cannot equate victim and perpetrators'
India has delivered a strong strategic message by targeting terror camps in Muridke and Bahawalpur -- locations known to house the leadership of major terrorist organisations with links to Pakistan's Inter-Services Intelligence (ISI), ANI quoted high-level sources as saying.
"The message India conveyed after hitting terror camps of Muridke, Bahawalpur that are closely tied with ISI is that we have not lost sight and we will hit you at the headquarters. We will not go after small camps," sources told ANI.
India made it clear to the world that we cannot equate victims and perpetrators.
Sources also said that there was a gap between technical and military application, the difference between India and Pakistan was massive, Pakistan realised they were not in that league. India attacked at will, and most of Pakistan's attacks were foiled. Pakistan should have no doubt. Pakistan Air Force Base Nur Khan, situated in Chaklala was also hit badly.
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Following recent ceasefire and airspace violations, Chief of Army Staff General Upendra Dwivedi has granted full operational authority to Army Commanders along India’s western borders to respond to any breach of the India-Pakistan understanding. On Sunday, General Dwivedi reviewed the evolving security situation with commanders stationed along the western frontier, particularly in the wake of incidents on the night of May 10-11, 2025. According to the Additional Directorate General of Public Information, the decision empowers commanders to take “counteraction in the kinetic domain” should any violations occur. This authority stems from the latest understanding reached during the Director General of Military Operations (DGMO) talks held on May 10.
Indian Army to do media briefing in the evening
The Indian Army will be conducting a media briefing on Operation Sindoor in the evening at around 6.30 pm.
Mehbooba Mufti welcomes ceasefire decision, hopes 'it is made permanent'
PDP chief Mehbooba Mufti on Sunday welcomed the recent India-Pakistan ceasefire and expressed hope that it would be made permanent to allow displaced people to return to their homes. Speaking to reporters, Mufti said, “India is a big economy and a big democracy. We should act like a big brother instead of relying on third parties to solve our problems.” She added that the Indian government should take the initiative to resolve issues with Pakistan through a sustained political process and work toward peaceful relations with all neighboring countries.
Dismissing international involvement, Mufti added, “I don’t care what the US says. I care about how peace can be restored in Kashmir.” She further called on the Centre to use the ceasefire momentum to begin a political process in Jammu and Kashmir and announce a consolidated rehabilitation package for those whose homes were demolished in the region. Mufti said, “I had been asking for a ceasefire. I stand for peace.” She hoped that the ceasefire would prompt decision-makers in Delhi to acknowledge the need for meaningful political engagement in Jammu and Kashmir.
#watch | Uri, J&K | On India-Pakistan understanding, PDP chief Mehbooba Mufti says, "I hope that this ceasefire will be made permanent so people can go back to their houses... India is a big economy and a big democracy. We should act like a big brother instead of a third party… pic.twitter.com/YnoxLzmkoc
— ANI (@ANI) May 11, 2025
'Trump's ceasefire announcement attempt to internationalise Kashmir issue,' says Cong
Congress on Sunday said that US President Donald Trump's announcement of a "ceasefire" between India and Pakistan was an attempt to internationalise the Kashmir issue.
The party also reiterated its demand for a special session of Parliament in the wake of the Pahalgam attack and the following developments.
"The Indian armed forces have again shown that they are second to none... The chain of events in the last 24 hours has changed rapidly. We were surprised by the fact that US President Donald Trump announced the ceasefire, which has happened for the first time," Congress leader Sachin Pilot said at a press conference held at the party's headquarters here.
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Looking at starting the IPL 'immediately', says chairman Arun Dhumal
Following the announcement of a ceasefire between India and Pakistan on Saturday, IPL Chairman Arun Dhumal told Indian Express that efforts are underway to resume the suspended Indian Premier League's season “immediately”. The tournament had been abruptly halted on Friday due to escalating border tensions.
'The world has witnessed...': Rajnath Singh says 'new India will not hesitate to take firm action on terror'
Defence Minister Rajnath Singh on Friday asserted that India’s military strikes under Operation Sindoor sent a clear and powerful message, with the might of Indian forces felt as far as Rawalpindi, the headquarters of the Pakistan Army. Commenting on India's responsible approach, Singh stated that while Indian forces never targeted civilian areas, Pakistan deliberately struck at India's civilian zones and places of worship. He said Prime Minister Narendra Modi has made it unequivocally clear that the new India will not hesitate to take firm action against terrorism on either side of the border. "The world has witnessed how India responded decisively after the Pahalgam terror attack, entering Pakistani territory and executing multiple precise strikes," Singh said. Referring to the name of the operation, he added, "Through Operation Sindoor, the Indian military avenged those terrorists who wiped the vermilion off the foreheads of many families."
India Sends a Strong Message Through Operation Sindoor: CM Yogi Adityanath
Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath has said that Operation Sindoor has conveyed a powerful message to the world. Addressing the issue of terrorism, he remarked, "Terrorism does not understand the language of love — it must be answered in its own language."
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Rajnath Singh Virtually Inaugurates BrahMos in Lucknow
Defence Minister Rajnath Singh virtually inaugurated the BrahMos Aerospace Integration and Testing Facility in Lucknow, marking a significant step in India’s efforts to strengthen its defence manufacturing infrastructure.
Yogi Adityanath Hails Operation Sindoor, Says BrahMos Sent a Strong Message to Pakistan
Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath on Sunday said that Operation Sindoor offered a powerful glimpse of India’s defence capability, especially the strength of the BrahMos missile.
“If you didn’t see it, just ask the people of Pakistan,” he remarked while addressing the public. Referring to Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s declaration that any future terror act will be treated as an act of war, Adityanath said the fight against terrorism must be unified and uncompromising.
“The problem of terrorism can’t be solved until it is crushed entirely,” he said. “Terrorism doesn’t understand the language of love; it must be answered in its own language.” Adityanath added that Operation Sindoor has sent a strong message to the world under PM Modi’s leadership.
Executed assigned tasks with precision during Operation Sindoor: IAF
The Indian Air Force on Sunday confirmed that it has carried out its assigned objectives with precision and in alignment with national interests under Operation Sindoor. The operation was launched in the early hours of May 7 in response to the Pahalgam terror attack, targeting seven terror infrastructures across Pakistan and Pakistan-occupied Kashmir.
All Indian retaliatory actions following Pakistani offensives were conducted as part of Operation Sindoor. In an official statement, the IAF clarified that the operation is “still ongoing” and that further details will be shared at an appropriate time.
"Since the operations are still ongoing, a detailed briefing will be conducted in due course. The IAF urges all to refrain from speculation and dissemination of unverified information," the statement read.
Defence expert dismisses Trump's mediation offer on Kashmir
Defence Expert Brigadier Hemant Mahajan (Retd) has criticized US President Donald Trump's recent offer to mediate on the Kashmir issue, calling it ineffective based on Trump's previous failed attempts at mediation in global conflicts. Mahajan pointed out that Trump had previously expressed no interest in the Kashmir conflict and failed to negotiate successfully between Russia and Ukraine, as well as with Hamas. He emphasized that Pakistan, which has violated ceasefires, cannot be trusted and urged the US to offer practical assistance, such as advanced technology and intelligence, rather than unsolicited advice.
BJP MP Jagdambika Pal praises Indian armed forces for strong response
BJP MP Jagdambika Pal on Sunday lauded the Indian armed forces for delivering a "befitting reply" to the terrorists responsible for the Pahalgam terror attack. Speaking to ANI, Pal condemned the ceasefire violation by Pakistan, stating, "After the ceasefire agreement, Pakistan broke the ceasefire. Our government and armed forces gave them a warning and response. Any future act of terror will be treated as an act of war." He also recalled the tragic Pahalgam attack in which 26 innocent lives were lost.
Trump vows to boost trade with India and Pakistan
In a late Saturday post on Truth Social, US President Donald Trump said he would increase trade with both India and Pakistan. He also expressed intent to work with both nations to explore a resolution on the Kashmir issue, saying, "I will work with India Pakistan to see if, after a 'thousand years,' a solution can be arrived at concerning Kashmir."
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PM Modi holds high-level security meeting
Prime Minister Narendra Modi is holding a crucial security meeting at his residence with the three service chiefs and Chief of Defence Staff (CDS) Anil Chauhan. Defence Minister Rajnath Singh and National Security Advisor Ajit Doval are also attending the meeting, which comes amid escalating tensions with Pakistan.
Odisha Governor holds meet with faith leaders
Odisha Governor Hari Babu Kambhampati has urged the people of the state to stand united behind the armed forces as they protect the nation. The Governor convened a meeting with representatives of various religions to discuss the prevailing situation following Operation Sindoor—an offensive by Indian armed forces targeting terror sites in Pakistan.
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Defence Ministry to Brief Media at 11 AM on India-Pakistan Tensions
The Ministry of Defence (MoD) is set to hold a press briefing at 11 am to address the ongoing tensions between India and Pakistan. The update comes amid heightened military activity and diplomatic concerns following reported ceasefire violations.
Nephew of Pahalgam terror victim thanks PM Modi, Indian Army for Operation Sindoor, calls for elimination of terrorism
The nephew of Yatish, a victim of the Pahalgam terror attack, expressed heartfelt thanks to Prime Minister Narendra Modi and the Indian Army for launching Operation Sindoor in retaliation. He urged the government to take stronger measures to eliminate terrorism once and for all.
Kunal Ganbote, son of Kaustubh Ganbote, another victim, voiced his satisfaction with the government’s actions, calling the military operations a tribute to those lost in the attack. Similarly, Asavari Jagdale, daughter of Santosh Jagdale, shared her emotional reaction, highlighting the symbolic power of the operation’s name and its impact on her family.
Sanjay Dwivedi, father of Shubham Dwivedi, another victim, expressed that the actions of the Indian Army restored his faith in the government and military. The emotional responses from these families underscore the deep connection to the military action taken.