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Time of India
09-05-2025
- Politics
- Time of India
India-Pakistan tensions: What's closed, emergency protocols & more
Delhi Police NEW DELHI: Amid fears of further escalation between India and Pakistan, states, particularly those which share border with the neighbouring country, have started taking emergency response measures . In the capital, for instance, the Delhi government cancelled leaves for its employees 'till further orders', citing the need to maintain high alertness. 'No leave will be granted to any official of Delhi government till further orders given the prevailing situation and preparedness for any emergency,' said a statement issued by the services department. Operation Sindoor Operation Sindoor: India deploys warships forward as situation at LoC explodes Air siren warning sounded in Chandigarh, Ambala residents advised to stay indoors L-70 guns, Schilka, S-400: Weapons India used to intercept Pak drones Here's a look at the preparedness measures in Delhi and border states. Delhi by Taboola by Taboola Sponsored Links Sponsored Links Promoted Links Promoted Links You May Like Invest $200 in Amazon without buying stocks to earn a second salary Marketsall Sign Up Undo Authorities have stepped up security across the national capital, with security checks being conducted at public places such as at malls, markets, metro stations, hotels, colonies, and transport hubs. 'As part of ongoing anti-terror measures, the police conducted a thorough security inspection at the Mayur Vihar Phase-1 Metro Station, a vital public installation. During the visit, Central Industrial Security Force (CISF) personnel were briefed, and a focused coordination meeting was held according to Deputy Commissioner of Police (East), Abhishek Dhania. He added that 41 CCTV cameras are operational at the station, with nine CISF constables, including seven male and two female personnel, deployed on every shift to ensure round-the-clock security. Bomb Disposal Squads (BDS) also carried out anti-sabotage checks at vulnerable locations across the city. Authorities temporarily restricted public access to India Gate, with police clarifying the move was "routine." 'This is a standard practice to keep the C Hexagon traffic jam-free. Nothing new in it. Anyone can come tomorrow and see it,' stated New Delhi Deputy Commissioner Devesh Mahala. Every district has been asked to remain prepared for emergencies. District magistrates are holding internal meetings on health systems and disaster response readiness. Border states Meanwhile, in view of Pakistan's failed drone attacks on Thursday evening, educational institutions have been closed in Punjab, Jammu and Kashmir, Haryana, and Rajasthan, each of which shares a border with Pakistan, and Himachal Pradesh. In Rajasthan, schools will remain shut across border districts, including Sriganganagar, Bikaner, Jodhpur, Jaisalmer, and Barmer. In Jammu and Kashmir, educational institutes will be closed on 9 and 10 May, and a call on further closure will be taken on Monday. Punjab has announced a three-day closure of all schools, colleges, and universities. In the Union territory of Ladakh, Leh has suspended all school activity for two days. In Haryana, schools are closed across the state including Panchkula, while Himachal Pradesh has imposed closures in the Una district. Impact on civil aviation According to the Ministry of Civil aviation, as many as 27 airports have been closed, including major airfields such as Chandigarh, Srinagar, Amritsar, Jodhpur, Bhuj, and Jammu. Airlines have advised passengers to reach open airports well in advance in view of extended security checks at airports.
Time of India
09-05-2025
- Politics
- Time of India
'Paramilitary units deployed, govt employees' leave cancelled': Capital Delhi on high alert as conflict with Pakistan intensifies
A view of the India Gate during a blackout as part of the nationwide drill, "Operation Abhyaas", in New Delhi. NEW DELHI: As tensions escalate between India and Pakistan, Delhi has been placed on high alert, prompting the cancellation of leave for all city government employees. Several border regions, including Jammu, have come under cross-border shelling, intensifying the security response in the national capital. Visitors at India Gate were asked to vacate the premises as police made announcements and regulated traffic in the area. However, New Delhi deputy commissioner Devesh Mahala downplayed the move, stating, "This is a standard practice to keep the C Hexagon traffic jam-free. Nothing new in it. Anyone can come tomorrow and see it." District magistrates have convened meetings with their teams to assess emergency preparedness, particularly in health and disaster management. Operation Sindoor Operation Sindoor: Several airports in India closed - check full list Did Pak shoot down Indian jets? What MEA said India foils Pakistan's attack on Jammu airport: What we know so far "Police will stay alert and will keep active. Night vigil has been intensified. We will deploy extra force in every sensitive area," a police officer said. Late in the evening, the services department issued an order barring government staff from taking leave until further notice. Officials across districts confirmed review meetings were held to evaluate readiness, with East Delhi authorities specifically looking into quick response systems and addressing any existing gaps. Security measures across Delhi have been significantly tightened. Additional forces, including paramilitary units, have been deployed at critical locations. Police sources revealed that special commissioners across all zones are conducting meetings with deputy commissioners from all 15 districts. The stepped-up vigilance follows a failed attempt by Pakistan's military to target multiple locations—Awantipura, Srinagar, Jammu, Pathankot, Amritsar, Kapurthala, Jalandhar, Ludhiana, Adampur, Bhatinda, Chandigarh, Nal, Phalodi, Uttarlai, and Bhuj. Indian forces not only thwarted the strikes but also took out a Pakistani air defence system in Lahore. 'All DCPs are actively monitoring law and order in their areas. They have already briefed their officers like ACPs and SHOs. DCPs are personally monitoring their area and Delhi Police is ready to deal with any kind of situation,' a senior official said. Enhanced security checks have been initiated at high-footfall zones such as malls, markets, metro stations, hotels, residential areas, airports, and other busy places. Deputy Commissioner of Police (East) Abhishek Dhania said, "As part of ongoing anti-terror measures, the police conducted a thorough security inspection at the Mayur Vihar Phase-1 Metro Station, a vital public installation. During the visit, CISF personnel were briefed, and a focused coordination meeting was held." He added that the station is under surveillance by 41 functional CCTV cameras and is manned by a team of seven male and two female CISF personnel in each shift to ensure 24/7 security for commuters. Bomb Disposal Squads (BDS) have also been mobilised to carry out anti-sabotage checks at key sites. DCP (Southwest) Surendra Choudhary said, "The district's BDS team conducted anti-sabotage checks at malls, markets, hotels and vital spots to ensure public safety throughout the district. The exercise strengthened vigilance and preparedness against potential threats." Police checks have been intensified, particularly at Delhi's borders, with vehicles entering the city subjected to thorough screening.
Mint
09-05-2025
- Politics
- Mint
India-Pakistan conflict: New Delhi on High Alert! PAF jet shot down by Indian air defence system
Amid the escalating tensions between India and Pakistan, aftermath of Operation Sindoor, a high alert was sounded in the national capital. Security has been reinforced with additional forces, and police are actively monitoring law and order. 1. The national capital is currently on high alert. Earlier on Thursday, visitors at India Gate, the iconic war memorial, were asked to leave and evacuate the area, PTI reported. "This is a standard practice to keep the C Hexagon traffic jam-free. There is nothing new in it. Anyone can come tomorrow and see it," New Delhi Deputy Commissioner Devesh Mahala said. "Police will stay alert and will keep active. Night vigil has been intensified. We will deploy extra force in every sensitive area," a police officer said. Delhi Police checking vehicles and details of drivers on Mathura Road in New Delhi on Thursday. (Sanchit Khanna/HT Photo) 2. Security beefed up across New Delhi with additional forces, including paramilitary personnel, being deployed at key installations. Police sources told PTI that special commissioners of all zones are holding meetings with the deputy commissioners of all 15 districts. "All DCPs are actively monitoring law and order in their areas. They have already briefed their officers like ACPs and SHOs. DCPs are personally monitoring their area and Delhi Police is ready to deal with any kind of situation," a source told PTI. 3. Pakistan on Friday rejected reports in the Indian media that it had attacked multiple places in India, saying such claims are "entirely unfounded" and part of a 'reckless propaganda campaign'. Such actions only further endanger regional peace, the Foreign Office said in a midnight statement. 4. Meanwhile, Amritsar DPRO advised all citizens to stay indoors and away from the windows and keep lights turned off and the window curtains drawn. 'There is no need to panic, a siren will blow now and we will pass the message again once it is clear. Our armed forces are on the job, and we need to support them by staying indoors. There is no need to panic,' Amritsar DPRO said. Amritsar: View of a blackout at the Heritage Street near the Golden Temple premises, amid escalating tension between India and Pakistan, in Amritsar, Punjab, Thursday, May 8, 2025. (PTI Photo/Shiva Sharma) 5. "Military stations at Jammu, Pathankot and Udhampur were targeted by Pakistani-origin drones and missiles along the International Border in Jammu and Kashmir today," a defence ministry spokesperson said, as reported by PTI. Military sources told PTI that missiles from Pakistan were also directed at Jammu's Satwari, Samba, RS Pura and Arnia towns and that they were blocked by India's air defence systems. 6. 'Yesterday night, when Pakistan made failed attempts to send swarm drones all across various places along the Line of Control (LoC) and International Borders (IB), over 50 drones were successfully neutralized during a large-scale counter-drone operation conducted by Indian Army Air Defence units in the areas of Udhampur, Samba, Jammu, Akhnoor, Nagrota, and Pathankot areas. The engagement involved extensive use of L-70 guns, Zu-23mm, Schilka systems, and other advanced counter-UAS equipment, demonstrating the Army's robust capability to counter aerial threats,' Sources told ANI. 7. Amid escalating tensions between India and Pakistan, the US has said it is not going to get involved in a war that's 'fundamentally none of our business'. While the US cannot control India and Pakistan, it can encourage the two nuclear-armed neighbours to de-escalate, Vice President J D Vance said in a TV interview on Thursday, PTI reported. 8. A Pakistani Air Force jet was shot down by Indian air defence systems in the Pathankot sector of Punjab, multiple sources informed ANI on Friday. Official confirmation from the government is still pending, and more details are expected. 9. Union Home Minister Amit Shah held a meeting on Thursday with the Director Generals of all border guarding forces to review the current security situation along India's borders. The meeting centred on assessing the preparedness and readiness of Indian forces following a large-scale drone and missile attack by Pakistan on Indian territories, including Jammu and Rajasthan. The targeted areas comprised Satwari, Samba, RS Pura, Arnia, and Jaisalmer. All incoming missiles were successfully intercepted by Indian air defense systems, and no significant damage was noted, ANI reported. Jaisalmer: City of Jaisalmer during blackout amid escalating tensions between India and Pakistan, Rajasthan, Thursday, May 8, 2025. (PTI Photo) Nepal stands together with all in the fight against terrorism. There is no need to panic, our armed forces are on the job. 10. Nepal on Thursday evening voiced support with "all in the fight against terrorism", reacting to India's 'Operation Sindoor.' "Nepal stands together with all in the fight against terrorism. In line with its principled position, Nepal shall not allow any inimical forces to use its soil against its neighbouring countries," the Nepal foreign ministry stated in a release. (With inputs from agencies)
