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Economic Times
10-05-2025
- Politics
- Economic Times
'Leave area of conflict': US issues travel advisory for Pakistan amid drone explosions
India fired attack drones into Pakistan on Thursday which targeted air defense systems in several locations in Pakistan. Amid drone explosions and possible airspace incursions, the US Consulate General in Pakistan's Lahore directed its staff to shelter in place. Tensions between the nuclear-armed neighbors have soared after the deadly Pahalgam terror attack in which 26 innocent lives were lost. India strikes back: Lahore air defence radar neutralized Tired of too many ads? Remove Ads US advises citizens to leave Pak Tired of too many ads? Remove Ads Tired of too many ads? Remove Ads US Mission in Pak advises citizens The US Embassy and Consulate in Pakistan has issued a travel advisory for its citizens amid rising tensions between India and Pakistan. The advisory said if US citizens find themselves in a 'area of conflict', they should leave if it is safe to do so. "If they cannot leave safely, they should shelter in place," it a security alert, the Consulate said it has also received initial reports that authorities may be evacuating some areas adjacent to Lahore's main advisory came after Indian Armed forces foiled attempts by the Pakistani military to engage a number of military targets in Northern and Western India using drones and missiles last night and destroyed a Pakistani air defence system in Lahore. The military targets were neutralised by the Integrated Counter Unmanned Aircraft System (Grid and Air Defence systems), the defence ministry said."The U.S. Department of State continues to remind U.S. citizens of its standing 'Do Not Travel' advisory against all travel to areas near the India-Pakistan border and the Line of Control due to terrorism and the potential for armed conflict. The Department's long-standing 'Reconsider Travel' advisory also urges travelers to reconsider travel to Pakistan more broadly," the travel advisory read."The situation between Pakistan and India continues to evolve, and we are closely monitoring developments. The U.S. Embassy in Islamabad and Consulates General in Karachi, Lahore, and Peshawar remain open for regular business."US Consulate General in Pakistan's Lahore also directed its staff to shelter in place amid drone explosions, downed drones and possible airspace incursions in and around Lahore, the country's State Department said on Thursday. The consulate said it has also received initial reports that authorities may be evacuating some areas adjacent to Lahore's main airport, according to a statement, reported Reuters."Pakistan attempted to engage a number of military targets ... using drones and missiles," India's defence ministry said in a statement, adding that "these were neutralised" by air defence Delhi said that areas targeted included sites in Jammu and Kashmir, and Punjab state -- including the key cities of Amritsar, Ludhiana, Chandigarh -- as well as Bhuj in Gujarat. "The debris of these attacks is now being recovered from a number of locations," it defence ministry said that its military had "targeted air defence radars and systems at a number of locations in Pakistan", saying that the "response has been in the same domain, with the same intensity, as Pakistan".It added that it had been "reliably learnt that an air defence system at Lahore has been neutralised".India also accused Pakistan of having "increased the intensity of its unprovoked firing across the Line of Control using mortars and heavy calibre artillery" across the de facto border in Jammu and KashmirIndia also said the number of people who have been killed by Pakistani firing since the escalation of violence on Wednesday had risen to 16, including three women and five children. India added that it remained committed to "non-escalation, provided it is respected by the Pakistani military".The US Mission in Pakistan on 7 May, Wednesday, issued a security alert advising American citizens to leave areas of active conflict, saying it is 'closely monitoring developments' following Operation Sindoor , launched by India targeting terror infrastructure in security alert, titled 'Military Activity and Closed Airspace', said, 'We are aware of reports of military strikes by India into Pakistan. This remains an evolving situation, and we are closely monitoring developments.'US citizens are reminded of the 'Do Not Travel' advisory for areas in the vicinity of the India-Pakistan border and the Line of Control due to terrorism and the potential for armed conflict, and the US Department of State's 'Reconsider Travel' advisory for Pakistan generally,' the alert said.'We are also aware that airspace has been closed, and many flights have been cancelled,' it the alert, the US Embassy and Consulates in Pakistan advised American citizens to 'depart areas of active conflict if they can safely do so, or to shelter in place.'In March, the US State Department issued a travel advisory to reconsider travel to Pakistan 'due to terrorism and the potential for armed conflict'.'Do Not Travel to: Balochistan Province and Khyber Pakhtunkhwa (KP) Province, which include the former Federally Administered Tribal Areas (FATA), due to terrorism and to the immediate vicinity of the India-Pakistan border and the Line of Control due to terrorism and the potential for armed conflict,' the advisory launched 'Operation Sindoor' targeting terror infrastructure in Pakistan and Pakistan-occupied Kashmir in a strong response to the terror attack in Pahalgam. The 22 April attack, carried out by the terror organisation The Resistance Front, killed 26 civilians.'India has credible leads, technical inputs, testimony of the survivors and other evidence pointing towards the clear involvement of Pakistan-based terrorists in this attack,' the Indian Embassy in Washington had said in a statement.'India's actions have been focused and precise. They were measured, responsible and designed to be non-escalatory in nature. No Pakistani civilian, economic or military targets have been hit. Only known terror camps were targeted,' it had said that US citizens should exercise caution and 'leave the area if you find yourself unexpectedly in the vicinity of military activities, shelter in place if they cannot relocate, review personal security plan, keep a low profile and be aware of surroundings and carry identification and cooperate with authorities.'(With inputs from agencies)
New Indian Express
09-05-2025
- Politics
- New Indian Express
India thwarts Pakistan missile strikes, neutralises air defence system in Lahore
Indian armed forces on Thursday thwarted Pakistan's overnight attempt to strike multiple military targets in northern and western India with drones and missiles, and destroyed a key air defence system in Lahore. The Defence Ministry said Indian forces responded to Pakistan's missile strikes by targeting and destroying several of its air defence radars and systems across multiple locations. "Today morning Indian Armed Forces targeted Air Defence Radars and systems at a number of locations in Pakistan. Indian response has been in the same domain with the same intensity as Pakistan. It has been reliably learnt that an Air Defence system at Lahore has been neutralised," the ministry said in a statement. The Pakistani military attempted to target Awantipura, Srinagar, Jammu, Pathankot, Amritsar, Kapurthala, Jalandhar, Ludhiana, Adampur, Bhatinda, Chandigarh, Nal, Phalodi, Uttarlai, and Bhuj, they said. These were neutralised by the Integrated Counter Unmanned Aircraft System (Grid and Air Defence systems), the defence ministry said. "These were neutralised by the Integrated Counter UAS Grid and Air Defence systems. The debris of these attacks is now being recovered from a number of locations that prove the Pakistani attacks," it said. The escalation comes a day after India's armed forces carried out missile strikes on nine terror targets in Pakistan and Pakistan-occupied Kashmir, including the Jaish-e-Mohammad stronghold of Bahawalpur and Lashkar-e-Taiba's base Muridke. The attack killed 100 terrorists, according to the government.
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First Post
08-05-2025
- Politics
- First Post
From Srinagar to Bhuj: Which are15 Indian cities that Pakistan wanted to target?
A day after Operation Sindoor, Islamabad attempted to escalate tensions by targeting Indian cities with drones and missiles. However, the Indian armed forces thwarted the strike in time. Notably, all 15 Indian cities on Pakistan's list were of strategic importance to the military read more Islamabad attempted to escalate tensions by targeting 15 Indian cities with drones and missiles. However, Indian armed forces foiled these attempts using drones and missiles, and destroyed a Pakistani air defence system in Lahore. File image/AFP A day after India launched missile strikes under Operation Sindoor on terror camps in Pakistan and Pakistan-occupied Kashmir (PoK), Islamabad attempted to escalate tensions by targeting 15 Indian cities with drones and missiles. Officials said the Pakistani military tried to carry out these strikes on the night of May 7. However, the Indian armed forces foiled these attempts using drones and missiles, and destroyed a Pakistani air defence system in Lahore, they said. STORY CONTINUES BELOW THIS AD The move by Pakistan comes after PM Shehbaz Sharif vowed retaliation to India's Operation Sindoor, saying, 'Pakistan will take revenge. We will take this war to the end. My Pakistani people, for your safety, our army and our people—we will always be united. Pakistan is most affected by terrorism.' Catch all the live updates from here So, which Indian cities were on Pakistan's target? How did India stop the attacks? And what has the Indian government said since? Here's a breakdown of the situation so far. Indian cities on Pakistan's target Between the night of May 7 and early May 8, Pakistan launched a wave of drones and missiles targeting military installations across Northern and Western India. The 15 targeted cities, all of which are of strategic importance to the military in the region, are as follows: -Awantipura -Srinagar -Jammu -Pathankot -Amritsar -Kapurthala -Jalandhar -Ludhiana -Adampur -Bhatinda -Chandigarh -Nal -Phalodi -Uttarlai -Bhuj Following Pakistan's attack, India neutralised the threat using the Integrated Counter Unmanned Aircraft System (Grid and Air Defence systems), said the Ministry of Defence, adding that debris from the attack site gives strong evidence of Pakistan's involvement. 'The debris of these attacks is now being recovered from a number of locations that prove the Pakistani attacks,' the ministry said. 'Today morning Indian armed forces targeted air defence radars and systems at a number of locations in Pakistan. Indian response has been in the same domain with the same intensity as Pakistan.' 'It has been reliably learnt that an air defence system at Lahore has been neutralised,' it added. At the same time, Pakistan stepped up its cross-border shelling along the Line of Control (LoC), using mortars and heavy artillery. The firing affected several areas in Jammu and Kashmir, including Kupwara, Baramulla, Uri, Poonch, Mendhar and Rajouri. The escalation has led to tragic consequences. 'Sixteen innocent lives have been lost, including three women and five children, due to Pakistani firing,' the Ministry of External Affairs said in a statement. The Indian Army also confirmed the death of one of its soldiers during the shelling. STORY CONTINUES BELOW THIS AD Lance Naik Dinesh Kumar, 32, from Palwal district in Haryana, was stationed in Jammu and Kashmir's Poonch district and died during intense cross-border fire by the Pakistani Army. How did India thwart Pakistan's bid? To counter the aerial threat from Pakistan, India deployed its advanced S-400 air defence missile system, which played a key role in intercepting and neutralising incoming targets near the borders. The S-400 Triumf, developed by Russia's Almaz Central Design Bureau, is considered among the most sophisticated air defence systems globally. In India, it's also referred to as the 'Sudharshan Chakra'. Capable of detecting incoming missiles from as far as 600 kilometres and intercepting threats within a 400-kilometre range, the S-400 can destroy a wide variety of aerial threats—including aircraft, drones, cruise missiles, and ballistic missiles—at varying altitudes. India deployed its advanced S-400 air defence missile system, which played a key role in intercepting and neutralising incoming targets near the borders. File image/Reuters India had signed a Rs 35,000 crore deal with Russia to procure five squadrons of the S-400. So far, three have been delivered and fully operationalised by the Indian Air Force. These squadrons have been strategically deployed along the borders with Pakistan and China. The delivery of the remaining two has been delayed due to the ongoing war in Ukraine, sources told NDTV last year. STORY CONTINUES BELOW THIS AD In addition to the S-400, India also used HARPY drones to take out Pakistani air defence radars. These drones are specifically designed for what's known as the 'suppression of enemy air defences' (SEAD). ndia also used HARPY drones to take out Pakistani air defence radars. These drones are specifically designed for what's known as the 'suppression of enemy air defences' (SEAD). Image courtesy: CNBC TV18 Equipped with a high-explosive warhead, the HARPY can autonomously detect and destroy radar systems by homing in on their electromagnetic emissions. The drone is capable of flying deep-strike missions, day or night, and can stay airborne for up to nine hours. 'India gave Pakistan a fortnight to act against terror' The Indian government on Wednesday (May 7) said that the cross-border strikes on terror camps inside Pakistan were a necessary step after Pakistan failed to act against terror infrastructure, even as a fortnight passed following the April 22 terror attack in Pahalgam, which left 26 civilians dead. Foreign Secretary Vikram Misri told the media that India's Operation Sindoor was launched after Pakistan continued to indulge in denials and allegations. Foreign Secretary Vikram Misri addresses a press briefing on Wednesday. ANI 'You are all aware of the decisions that were announced on the 23rd of April. However, it was deemed essential that the perpetrators and planners of the 22nd April attack be brought to justice,' Misri said. 'Despite a fortnight having passed since the attacks, there has been no demonstrable step from Pakistan to take action against the terrorist infrastructure on its territory or on territory under its control,' he added. STORY CONTINUES BELOW THIS AD Misri also said that India had credible intelligence inputs suggesting that Pakistan-based terrorists were planning further attacks. The May 7 strikes were, therefore, carried out as a pre-emptive measure to neutralise those threats. With input from agencies
New Indian Express
08-05-2025
- Politics
- New Indian Express
Operation Sindoor executed with 'unimaginable precision,' says Rajnath Singh, congratulates Army
Defence Minister Rajnath Singh on Thursday congratulated the armed forces for their courage and bravery in executing the 'Operation Sindoor.' "I congratulate the armed forces for the action they took yesterday and the courage and bravery they showed. Terror camps in Pakistan and PoK have been neutralised, it is a matter of pride for us..." Singh said. He also stated that the precision with which the operation was executed was "unimaginable." "The precision with which Operation Sindoor was executed is unimaginable, very praiseworthy. Nine terrorist camps were destroyed in it and a large number of terrorists were killed. This operation was carried out without harming any innocent and with minimum collateral damage..." he said. The Defence Ministry in a statement earlier today informed that the Indian armed forces had thwarted Pakistan's overnight attempt to strike multiple military targets in northern and western India with drones and missiles, and destroyed a key air defence system in Lahore. The Defence Ministry said Indian forces responded to Pakistan's missile strikes by targeting and destroying several of its air defence radars and systems across multiple locations. "Today morning Indian Armed Forces targeted Air Defence Radars and systems at a number of locations in Pakistan. Indian response has been in the same domain with the same intensity as Pakistan. It has been reliably learnt that an Air Defence system at Lahore has been neutralised," the ministry said in a statement. The Pakistani military attempted to target Awantipura, Srinagar, Jammu, Pathankot, Amritsar, Kapurthala, Jalandhar, Ludhiana, Adampur, Bhatinda, Chandigarh, Nal, Phalodi, Uttarlai, and Bhuj, they said. These were neutralised by the Integrated Counter Unmanned Aircraft System (Grid and Air Defence systems), the defence ministry said. "These were neutralised by the Integrated Counter UAS Grid and Air Defence systems. The debris of these attacks is now being recovered from a number of locations that prove the Pakistani attacks," it said. The escalation comes a day after India's armed forces on Wednesday carried out missile strikes on nine terror targets in Pakistan and Pakistan-occupied Kashmir, including the Jaish-e-Mohammad stronghold of Bahawalpur and Lashkar-e-Taiba's base Muridke. The attack killed 100 terrorists, according to the government.
News18
08-05-2025
- Politics
- News18
Pakistan's Bid To Engage Military Targets In North, West India Foiled: Here Is A List Of The 15 Cities
Last Updated: The defence ministry said the Indian armed forces neutralised the threat with the Integrated Counter Unmanned Aircraft System (Grid and Air Defence systems) Pakistan attempted to engage 15 targets in northern and western India, including Srinagar, Jammu, Amritsar, Bathinda, and Chandigarh — all of which are of strategic importance to the military in the region. According to officials, the Pakistani military attempted to engage these targets on Wednesday night (May 7). The Indian armed forces foiled these attempts using drones and missiles, and destroyed a Pakistani air defence system in Lahore, they said. Here is a list of the 15 cities: Awantipura Srinagar Jammu Pathankot Amritsar Kapurthala Jalandhar Ludhiana Adampur Bathinda Chandigarh Nal Uttarlai Bhuj The defence ministry said the threat was neutralised by the Integrated Counter Unmanned Aircraft System (Grid and Air Defence systems). 'The debris of these attacks is now being recovered from a number of locations that prove the Pakistani attacks," the ministry said. 'Today morning Indian armed forces targeted air defence radars and systems at a number of locations in Pakistan. Indian response has been in the same domain with the same intensity as Pakistan." It added: 'It has been reliably learnt that an air defence system at Lahore has been neutralised." This comes as Pakistan increased the intensity of its unprovoked firing across the Line of Control (LoC) using mortars and heavy calibre artillery in areas in Kupwara, Baramulla, Uri, Poonch, Mendhar and Rajouri sectors in Jammu and Kashmir. 'Sixteen innocent lives have been lost, including three women and five children, due to Pakistani firing," the ministry said. It said India was compelled to respond to bring mortar and artillery fire from Pakistan to a halt. 'Indian Armed Forces reiterate their commitment to non-escalation, provided it is respected by the Pakistani military," the ministry said. (With PTI inputs) First Published: May 08, 2025, 16:21 IST
