Operation Sindoor Live Updates: 'India won't give face-saving exit to Pak army chief Asim Munir'

Amid escalating tensions with Pakistan following Operation Sindoor - a precision strike by the Indian Army against terror camps in Pakistan and Pakistan-occupied Kashmir - the Centre has empowered the Chief of Army Staff (COAS) to call out every officer and enrolled person of the Territorial Army to provide for national security and supplement the regular army. This authority was granted under Rule 33 of the Territorial Army Rules, 1948, effective from February 10, 2025, to February 9, 2028.

According to Delhi airport sources, the number of flights cancelled so far on May 9, due to the closure of multiple airports, is as follows

• International arrivals- 04

• International departures- 05

• Domestic arrivals- 63

• Domestic departures- 66

Delhi airport is open and operational. Only some flights were cancelled

The defence ministry has granted the Army Chief expanded authority to mobilise the Territorial Army amid escalating tensions with Pakistan.

Under Rule 33 of the Territorial Army Rules 1948, the Chief of Army Staff can now call upon all officers and enrolled personnel of the Territorial Army to provide essential security or supplement regular army operations.

Haryana minister Anil Vij strongly supported Prime Minister Narendra Modi and the Indian Army and said that the entire nation stood united with the soldiers who are deployed in the border area.

Speaking to ANI, Vij said, "The countrymen are united and standing with PM Modi. We stand with all the soldiers who are deployed in the border area."

He also demanded strict action against those running terror training camps and factories, calling for a complete halt of all supplies to such elements.

He further stressed the need for a tougher stance on terrorism, adding, "Every type of supply should be stopped to those who operate terror camps, their training camps and run their factories."

CM Devendra Fadnavis chairs a meeting at his official residence ‘Varsha’ in Mumbai, on security measures, in the wake of current situation, with the DGP, top Home Dept officials and other senior officers of various agencies and departments. DCM Eknath Shinde too present: Maharashtra CMO

Ministry home affairs writes to chief secretaries and administrators of all states and Union Territories asking them to invoke emergency powers under civil defence rules for efficient implementation of the necessary precautionary measures.

Punjab CM Bhagwant Mann called a cabinet meeting today. A total of 15 important decisions were taken in this meeting, which included issues ranging from security to agriculture and industrial development. The biggest decision in the meeting was to activate the anti-drone system in the state: State Government

Jammu and Kashmir CM Omar Abdullah on India-Pakistan tension: “Pakistan's recent actions of targeting civilians in Jammu using drones were both shocking and unprecedented, reminiscent of the aggression seen after the 1971 war. However, our Indian defense forces swiftly and effectively neutralised the threat. Several areas in Jammu and Kashmir were targeted, but Pakistan's efforts were thwarted by our forces. It is important to understand that these situations are not of India’s choosing. The cycle of violence began with Pakistan's attack in Pahalgam, where innocent lives were targeted. Now, it is Pakistan’s responsibility to choose peace and ensure the safety of civilians on both sides of the border.”

"District Magistrate, UT Chandigarh, bans hoarding of essential commodities (rice, wheat, sugar, fuel, etc.) under the Essential Commodities Act. Traders must declare current stock to the Department of Food & Supplies within 3 days," posts PIB in Chandigarh.

"Biggest thing is they have tried to target civilians...they used drones...but the credit goes to our defence forces, they shot down all the drones...in Kashmir's Anantnag ammunition depot was also targeted but the attempt was foiled...We did not start this situation, innocent people were killed in Pahalgam, and we had to reply...Pakistan is trying to escalate the situation, and this won't benefit them in any way. They should lay down their weapons...they should move forward with de-escalation instead of escalation," J&K CM Omar Abdullah tells news agency ANI on India-Pakistan tensions.

"Pakistan is a shameless and a rogue nation. Today, India is giving a befitting reply to Pakistan and its misadventures. India, instead of exchanging dossiers, is giving a strong dose to free Pakistan from its addiction to terror and terrorism," BJP national spokesperson Jaiveer Shergill tells news agency PTI.

"It has been decades, terrorism is part of their country's policies. We are eliminating terrorist sites and they feel that we are taking action against them," Bihar governor Arif Mohammed Khan tells news agency ANI On India-Pakistan tension.

"We will not spare the terrorists; we attacked the terror hotspots but not the civilians...As the agriculture department, our responsibility is to ensure food security. Our agricultural reserves are full. Whether wheat, rice or other grains, we have sufficient quantities. The soldiers are posted on the border, and the scientists are with the farmers in the fields...It is our responsibility to work with the farmers in the fields and increase production," says Union minister Shivraj Singh Chouhan.

"All our ATMs, CDMs/ADWMs and digital services are fully operational and available for public use," reads a statement by State Bank of India

Union home minister Amit Shah chairs meeting with DGs of BSF, CISF, Bureau of Civil Aviation Security, Union home Secretary, director of the intelligence bureau to review security along India-Pakistan border & airports in the country, reported PTI, citing sources.

"Directorate of civil defence will be testing Air Raid Sirens installed at PWD HQ, ITO. The testing will commence at 3.00 PM and be carried out for a period of 15-20 minutes," says a press release by Government of Delhi.

"We congratulate the central government leadership and our armed forces for decisive action “Operation Sindoor” taken against Pak-sponsored terrorists and their supporting ecosystem following the cowardly attack on unarmed tourists at Pahalgam...We condemn the attacks being carried out by Pakistani army on religious places and civilian settlement areas on the border of Bharat and express heartfelt condolences to families of victims in these savage, inhuman attacks," RSS chief Mohan Bhagwat said in a release.

Union health minister JP Nadda to take the review meeting with Senior officers of the health Ministry on health infrastructure and preparedness: Official sources tell ANI.

“All media channels, digital platforms and individuals are advised to refrain from live coverage or real-time reporting of defence operations and movement of security forces. Disclosure of such sensitive or source-based information may jeopardize operational effectiveness and endanger lives. Past incidents like the #KargilWar, 26/11 attacks, and the #Kandahar hijacking underscore the risks of premature reporting," ministry of defence posted on X.

"As per clause 6(1)(p) of the Cable Television Networks (Amendment) Rules, 2021, only periodic briefings by designated officials are permitted during anti-terror operations. All stakeholders are urged to exercise vigilance, sensitivity, and responsibility in coverage, upholding the highest standards in the service of the nation,” it added.

Union home minister Amit Shah to convene a meeting at 12:30 pm with the Director General of BSF, the Director General of CISF, and senior officials of the Ministry of Home Affairs to review the border situation and airport security arrangements.

Kempegowda International Airport in Bengaluru on Friday urged passengers to arrive at least three hours before their scheduled flight departures due to increased security measures.

In a passenger advisory, the airport cited heightened nationwide security alerts as the reason for the directive.

"In view of the nationwide heightened security alert, enhanced screening measures are in place across all airports. Passengers are advised to arrive at least three hours prior to departure to allow for a smooth check-in, security and boarding experience," the advisory stated.

The Press Information Bureau (PIB) on Friday mocked the Pakistani government for “urging international partners” to extend more financial aid to Islamabad following the “heavy losses inflicted by enemy”.

"Indian Oil has ample fuel stocks across the country and our supply lines are operating smoothly. There is no need for panic buying -fuel and LPG are readily available at all our outlets," says Indian Oil Corp Ltd.

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BSF foiled a major infiltration bid at the International Boundary in Samba district, J&K by killing at least seven terrorists and causing extensive damage to the Pakistan Post Dhandhar, says BSF.

An air raid warning was issued by the Air Force Station in Ambala on Friday morning, signaling a possible misadventure from Pakistan. Sirens were sounded across the city at 10:22 am, and residents were advised to stay indoors and avoid balconies or open spaces.

The Chandigarh administration on Friday issued an air warning following a possible threat, prompting authorities to sound sirens across the city.

“This is a precautionary measure in view of an air warning received from the Air Force Station. Citizens are advised to stay calm, remain inside their homes, and await further instructions from official sources,” read a statement from the deputy commissioner’s office.

As a safety measure, all educational institutions in Chandigarh — the joint capital of Punjab and Haryana — were ordered shut until Saturday.

Meanwhile, the Press Information Bureau (PIB) on Friday flagged a barrage of coordinated disinformation being spread by certain social media handles and segments of the mainstream media in Pakistan. The bureau said the objective appeared to be to instil fear among the Indian public.

The Made in India Akash surface-to-air missile air defence system has been effectively used by the Indian armed forces in foiling Pakistani attacks towards Indian targets. Both the Indian Army and Air Force have the missile system all along the Pakistan border, defence officials told ANI.

The Maharashtra unit of the Indian Medical Association (IMA) has urged doctors across the state to stay on high alert and be fully prepared to deliver emergency medical services as tensions between India and Pakistan continue to escalate.

“In moments of national crisis, the strength of our healthcare system lies not in infrastructure alone, but in the readiness and spirit of its doctors,” said Dr Santosh Kadam, president of the IMA’s Maharashtra chapter, in a statement.

The advisory, issued late Thursday evening, details a seven-point preparedness plan aimed at ensuring a rapid and coordinated medical response in case of a large-scale emergency.

The IMA has instructed all affiliated clinics, nursing homes, and hospitals to stock essential emergency medicines, dressing supplies, and life-saving drugs.

It has also called for the formation of disaster management task forces in each local branch, comprising senior clinicians, surgeons, anaesthetists, emergency care specialists, and volunteers.

Jammu and Kashmir lieutenant governor Manoj Sinha is visiting Uri to meet soldiers and review the ground situation.

Amid rapidly escalating hostilities, India struck multiple air defence systems and key targets inside Pakistan after intercepting a wave of missiles and drones launched across the border targeting Indian military installations and civilian areas in the early hours of Thursday and again later that night.

Indian forces destroyed an air defence installation in Lahore and carried out precision strikes on sites in Rawalpindi, Bahawalpur, and an area near Karachi.

“Operation Sindoor is fully under way. Pakistan army chief Asim Munir will not be given a face-saving exit,” a senior officer told The Times of India, as India’s counter-offensive continued into the night. The ongoing operations included the forward deployment of Indian warships in the northern Arabian Sea and a total breakdown of the Line of Control ceasefire agreement.

As the conflict continues to unfold, there were unconfirmed reports suggesting India may have targeted Pakistan's capital, Islamabad. Additional claims included the shooting down of two Pakistani JF-17 fighter jets and an F-16, with one Pakistani pilot allegedly captured in Jaisalmer.

In response to Pakistan’s missile and suicide drone attacks targeting 15 Indian military installations across northern and western regions around 1 am, the Indian Air Force deployed Israeli-origin Harop and Harpy kamikaze drones. These loitering munitions operate like cruise missiles, detonating upon impact with enemy radars and targets.

Pakistan resumed its assault as night fell, targeting multiple Indian locations including the Jaisalmer air base, Amritsar, and the military stations of Jammu, Pathankot, and Udhampur.

“The threats were neutralised...through kinetic and non-kinetic (jamming) actions. There were no losses,” an officer said. (Report by Rajat Pandit)

Maharashtra CM Devendra Fadnavis will chair a high-level security review meeting in Mumbai today. Senior Police and Administrative officials will attend the meeting.

"Important Announcement-In view of the tense security situation in the Country, the remaining papers of CA Final, Intermediate & PQC Examinations [International Taxation–Assessment Test (INTT AT)] May 2025 from 9th May 2025 to 14th May 2025 stand postponed," Institute of Chartered Accountants of India - ICAI posted on X.

Punjab government is preparing to deal with the situation (India-Pakistan tensions). Today, the ministers will review the emergency services in the border districts. Will inspect hospitals, fire stations. Will inspect the availability of ration and emergency services, Cabinet ministers will reach the border districts, immediately after the cabinet meeting, 10 ministers will leave for the border areas. Ministers Lal Chand Kataruchakk and Dr Ravjot Singh will go to Gurdaspur. Ministers Kuldeep Dhaliwal and Mohinder Bhagat will take charge of Amritsar, reads issue from Punjab CMO.

In light of the current situation, Indian Railways has announced plans to operate three special trains from Jammu and Udhampur to Delhi.

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In a large-scale counter-drone operation, the Army's Air Defence units deployed a variety of advanced weaponry, including L-70 guns, Zu-23mm systems, Schilka systems, specialised counter-unmanned aerial systems (UAS) equipment, and the S-400 "Sudarshan Chakra" air defence system.

A woman was killed and two of her family members were injured after Pakistani troops carried out heavy shelling near the Line of Control (LoC) in the Uri sector of Jammu and Kashmir, officials told news agency PTI on Friday. The Indian Army responded proportionately to the unprovoked aggression, they added.

According to officials, Pakistani forces violated the ceasefire on Thursday night and targeted civilian areas in the Uri sector of north Kashmir’s Baramulla district.

Several areas in Uri, including Silikot, Boniyar, Kamalkote, Mohra, and Gingle, came under intense shelling. The attack damaged multiple structures and forced residents to flee their homes, officials said.

Three members of a family were injured when a shell struck their car near Mohra as they were attempting to escape the bombardment. They were rushed to a hospital, where one of the injured, a woman identified as Nargis Begum, succumbed to her injuries, officials confirmed.