Tensions between India and Pakistan have reached a crucial stage, with the Indian Armed Forces intensifying their navy response beneath the continued Operation Sindoor.
In a significant growth, the Indian Navy attacked Pakistan’s naval base utilizing MAG-29 from INS Vikrant, launching a robust offensive from the Arabian Sea, focusing on Karachi port, considered one of Pakistan’s most strategic areas.
The assault is a part of a coordinated multi-force operation by the Indian Military, Navy, and Air Pressure in response to continued provocations.
One other Pakistani F-16 fighter jet shot down
The Indian Armed Forces have shot down a second Pakistani F-16 fighter jet. This comes after the primary F-16 was downed throughout earlier.
Large missile strike
In response, India launched 100 missiles throughout the border, hanging a number of high-value Pakistani targets. A number of of Pakistan’s air defence programs, together with one in Lahore, have been destroyed in focused precision strikes.
Earlier this week, Indian forces had launched ‘Operation Sindoor’, destroying 9 terrorist camps situated in Pakistan-occupied Kashmir (PoK) and deep inside Pakistani territory. This retaliatory operation got here in response to a wave of terror assaults and ceasefire violations alongside the Line of Management (LoC).
Over the previous 14 days, Pakistan has reportedly violated the ceasefire greater than 60 occasions, with heavy shelling recorded in Kupwara, Uri, and Akhnoor. India deployed the S-400 missile system, highlighting its superior strategic capabilities.
Regardless of the rising battle, political unity inside India stays sturdy. Congress chief Rahul Gandhi expressed help for the central authorities, stating, “We’re with the Modi authorities on this crucial time.”
Lockdown, curfew imposed in Pakistan
Following India’s missile strikes, Pakistan has imposed Lockdown within the neighbour nation and curfews in a number of areas.
Pakistan’s missile, drone assaults foiled
On Thursday, Pakistan launched a sequence of air strikes utilizing drones and missiles focusing on navy and civilian areas in Jammu & Kashmir, Punjab, and Rajasthan. The Indian Air Defence System intercepted all incoming threats, stopping any main harm. The assaults triggered blackouts and emergency sirens throughout a number of areas, with residents suggested to stay indoors.
Within the Jammu area, eight missiles aimed toward Satwari, Samba, RS Pura, and Arnia have been efficiently neutralized. Concurrently, Indian forces thwarted additional makes an attempt to strike navy bases in Pathankot and Udhampur. Drones have been additionally shot down close to Jammu airport, with blackouts reported close to the Vaishno Devi Temple, and sirens sounded in Srinagar, Punjab, and Rajasthan.
Excessive-Stage safety overview
Defence Minister Rajnath Singh convened a high-level assembly with the chiefs of the Military, Navy, and Air Pressure to evaluate the nationwide safety state of affairs. Strategic response plans and infrastructure safety measures have been mentioned, making certain India stays totally ready to defend its sovereignty.