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News18
09-05-2025
- Politics
- News18
Has India-Pakistan Drone War Started? Here Are The Details Of The Drones Deployed
Last Updated: HAROP drones, a loitering munition, were reportedly used by Indian armed forces to carry out precision strikes on air defence systems in Pakistan In a dramatic escalation late Thursday evening, Pakistan attempted to attack 15 cities in Jammu and Kashmir, Punjab and Rajasthan. However, the 50 drones launched by Pakistan were neutralised by the Indian Army's Air Defence units late Thursday. In a comprehensive counter-drone operation, the Army Air Defence units deployed advanced weaponry including L-70 guns, Zu-23mm, Schilka systems, and specialised counter-UAS equipment across multiple sectors including Udhampur, Samba, Jammu, Akhnoor, Nagrota and Pathankot. The armed forces used the S-400 Sudarshan Chakra defence missile system to take down Pakistani drones and missiles fired towards the 15 Indian cities. Let us look at the drones used by the two countries. Drones Used By India HARPY: The drones are designed to target enemy air defence systems in Pakistan. They are optimised for the suppression of enemy air defences (SEAD) role. It carries a high-explosive warhead. Equipped with an Anti-Radiation (AR) seeker, HARPY can autonomously seek and strike emitting, high-value targets. It operates in deep strike missions lasting up to 9 hours, day and night, in all weather conditions, and in Global Navigation Satellite Systems (GNSS)-denied or contested battlefields. It is equipped to hunt, seek targets in a designated area, locate and identify their frequency, and autonomously pursue a strike from any direction, at shallow or steep dive profiles. Heron: India inducted the Heron Mark-2 drones in 2023, with which it has significantly expanded its high-altitude surveillance and strike capability. The drones are capable of monitoring both China and Pakistan frontiers in a single sortie. An upgrade to the long-serving Heron Mark-1, the Mark-2 features a 3,000-km range and 24-hour endurance. It is outfitted with synthetic aperture radar, EO/IR cameras, and a laser designator—allowing for around-the-clock reconnaissance and precision target marking. Drones Used By Pakistan The Indian Army successfully shot down 50 swarm drones deployed by Pakistan to breach the LoC and International borders on Thursday evening. Swarm Drones: SWARM stands for 'Smart War-Fighting Array of Reconfigured Modules." A Swarm drone typically consists of multiple drones working in coordination, communicating with one another, and sharing information to achieve a common objective. These drones can range from small quadcopters to larger fixed-wing drones. The swarm's strength lies in its ability to function as a collective unit, leveraging swarm intelligence algorithms and advanced software to operate seamlessly and efficiently. These drones are equipped with AI and can communicate with each other as well as with the control station. Which India Cities Did Pakistan Target? Pakistan attempted to engage military targets in 15 cities –Awantipura, Srinagar, Jammu, Pathankot, Amritsar, Kapurthala, Jalandhar, Ludhiana, Adampur, Bhatinda, Chandigarh, Nal, Phalodi, Uttarlai, and Bhuj. However, the planned attacks were averted by the Indian Army. The attack comes after India launched missile strikes on May 7 against nine terrorist camps in Pakistan and Pakistan-occupied Kashmir, marking the latest phase of Operation Sindoor. The strikes targeted key terrorist strongholds, including Jaish-e-Mohammad's Bahawalpur base and Lashkar-e-Taiba's Muridke facility, and were a direct response to the killing of 26 civilians in Pahalgam, Jammu and Kashmir. In retaliation, the Indian Armed Forces on May 8 struck Pakistani Air Defence Radars and systems. India stressed that its response mirrored the scale and intensity of the Pakistani strikes but remained within the bounds of proportionality. The statement further said Pakistan had intensified its unprovoked artillery fire across the LoC in Jammu and Kashmir. Mortars and heavy-calibre artillery were fired in the Kupwara, Baramulla, Uri, Poonch, Mendhar, and Rajouri sectors. Get Latest Updates on Movies, Breaking News On India, World, Live Cricket Scores, And Stock Market Updates. Also Download the News18 App to stay updated! tags : drones india india Pakistan relations Indian Army News18 Explains Operation Sindoor Location : New Delhi, India, India First Published: May 09, 2025, 12:50 IST News explainers Has India-Pakistan Drone War Started? Here Are The Details Of The Drones Deployed
India Gazette
09-05-2025
- Health
- India Gazette
Uttarakhand hospitals on high alert amid border tensions; 12,000 beds, ICUs ready
Dehradun (Uttarakhand) [India], May 9 (ANI): Amid the ongoing tensions with Pakistan, the Uttarakhand government has instructed all hospitals in the state to remain on high alert. Leaves of doctors and staff in hospitals have been cancelled. Following instructions of the Central Health Ministry, Uttarakhand Health Secretary R Rajesh Kumar has issued necessary guidelines and instructed the state to mark 12,000 beds in all the hospitals and keep all ICUs and ventilators ready. In view of India's ongoing Operation Sindoor against Pakistan, Nepal and China borders adjoining Uttarakhand are also on alert. After midnight, Indian Army planes kept flying over the skies of Doon. Hearing the loud sound of the Indian Air Force planes, people became eager to look at the sky late at night. From 1 am to 3 am last night, Indian Air Force planes kept flying over the skies of Doon. The loud sound of the planes aroused curiosity among the people. Meanwhile, the Indian Army shot down more than 50 Pakistani drones during a large-scale counter-drone operation along the Line of Control (LoC) and International Border (IB) on Thursday night, sources confirmed to ANI. The operation was launched after Pakistan made failed attempts to send multiple swarm drones into Indian territory across different locations. The Indian Army Air Defence units responded swiftly and targeted the drones in areas including Udhampur, Samba, Jammu, Akhnoor, Nagrota, and Pathankot. 'Yesterday night, when Pakistan made failed attempts to send swarm drones all across various places along the LoC and IB, over 50 drones were successfully neutralised 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,' sources told ANI. The Army used several air defence systems and weapons to destroy the drones. '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 added. Following the incident, Jammu and Kashmir's former Chief Minister Omar Abdullah announced on X, 'Driving to Jammu now to take stock of the situation after last night's failed Pakistani drone attack directed at Jammu city & other parts of the division.' Residents also reported a tense night near the border. 'There was a complete blackout last night. After which, drones started flying and firing continued the entire night. Our forces are giving Pakistan a befitting reply. We have trust in our Prime Minister and our Army. All drones were neutralised by our forces. We are proud of our country. There is tension near the border, but the rest of the places are safe,' a resident told ANI. Another local told ANI, 'Last night at around 8 PM, we saw 3-4 drones. There was retaliatory firing, which continued the entire night. What Pakistan did is not right. We are not scared. Schools are closed here.' The Indian Armed Forces successfully thwarted the drone attack targeting civilian areas. No casualties have been reported so far. (ANI)
Economic Times
09-05-2025
- Politics
- Economic Times
India-Pakistan War: From S400 to Akash, here's how Indian air defence system works 24x7 to protect our skies from enemy missiles
India's armed forces intercepted and shot down over 50 drones late Wednesday night as Pakistan launched multiple drone and munition attacks across the Western Border, including along the Line of Control (LoC) and International Borders. The Indian Army confirmed that it had also responded to several ceasefire violations by Pakistani troops in Jammu and Army air defence units responded using a range of weapon systems, including L-70 guns, Zu-23mm guns, Schilka systems, and specialized counter-drone technology. These systems were deployed in key sectors such as Udhampur, Samba, Jammu, Akhnoor, Nagrota, and Pathankot. Air defence systems are military platforms designed to detect and destroy aerial threats such as drones, helicopters, aircraft, and missiles. These systems operate through integrated radar and sensor networks that identify incoming threats in real the core of air defence are radar units, which scan the skies and detect hostile movement. These are supported by early warning systems and command centres that process data and issue response commands. Surface-to-air missiles (SAMs), which vary in range and capability, are launched to neutralise threats. Many of these systems are mounted on mobile platforms, allowing for rapid deployment across different air defence system is a multi-layered network designed to detect and neutralize aerial threats, including drones, missiles, and aircraft. The system integrates various missile systems and radar technologies to provide comprehensive coverage across different ranges. S-400: Russian system with a 380-km range. India deployed 3 squads under a ₹40,000 crore deal in 2018. Delivery of 2 squads has been delayed due to the Russia–Ukraine MR-SAM: Developed with Israel. Covers over 70 km. Indian Air Force, Army, and Navy are progressively inducting the Indigenous system with a 25-km range. The Air Force has inducted 15 squads under a ₹10,900 crore deal. The Army operates four regiments, with more planned. Spyder: Israeli system with a 15-km range. Multiple units have been inducted. Short-range defences: Include Russian Igla-S (6 km), Igla-1M (5 km), OSA-AK-M (10 km), Pechora missiles, and upgraded L-70 guns (3.5 km). The S-400 Triumf, acquired from Russia, is a long-range surface-to-air missile system capable of targeting threats up to 380 km away. India has deployed three squadrons of the S-400, with two more expected by 2026. This system forms the backbone of India's strategic air defence, offering protection against a variety of aerial threats. The Barak-8, developed jointly by India and Israel, is a medium-range surface-to-air missile system with a range of 70–80 km. It is deployed by the Indian Air Force, Army, and Navy to counter aircraft, helicopters, and UAVs. The Akash missile system, developed indigenously, has a range of 25–40 km. It is used by both the Indian Air Force and Army for defending against aerial threats. The SPYDER system, sourced from Israel, is a short-range surface-to-air missile system with a range of up to 15 km. It is designed for quick reaction and is deployed by the Indian Air Force and Army. The Igla-S is a man-portable air defence system with a range of 6 km. It is used for close-range defence against low-flying aircraft and helicopters. India's air defence systems are integrated through the Air Defence Ground Environment System (ADGES) and Base Air Defence Zones (BADZ). These networks provide wide-area radar coverage and coordinate the deployment of missile systems to protect vital assets and regions. This multi-tiered approach ensures that India can effectively detect, track, and neutralize a wide range of aerial threats, maintaining the security of its main air defence relies on Chinese-supplied HQ-9 systems, with a base range of 120 km that can extend up to 300 km in newer versions. Pakistan also operates the French Spada system, which has a 20–25 km range and is used to protect airbases and other critical locations.
Time of India
09-05-2025
- Politics
- Time of India
12,000 beds, ICUs ready: Uttarakhand hospitals on high alert amid border tensions
DEHRADUN: Amid rising tensions with Pakistan, the Uttarakhand government has placed all hospitals across the state on high alert. All leaves for the hospital personnel have been revoked in view of the incident. Congratulations! You have successfully cast your vote Login to view result Acting on directives from the Central Health Ministry, Uttarakhand Health Secretary R Rajesh Kumar has issued guidelines to designate 12,000 hospital beds across the state and ensure all ICUs and ventilators remain ready for use. In light of India's ongoing Operation Sindoor targeting Pakistan, heightened vigilance has also been extended to the Nepal and China borders adjoining Uttarakhand. After midnight, Indian Army aircraft were seen flying repeatedly over Dehradun, drawing the attention of residents. From 1 am to 3 am, the sound of low-flying Indian Air Force planes sparked curiosity, with many people stepping outside to observe the activity in the skies. Meanwhile, in a major escalation along the Line of Control (LoC) and International Border (IB), the Indian Army successfully shot down over 50 Pakistani drones during a massive counter-drone operation on Thursday night. Sources told ANI that Pakistan attempted to deploy swarm drones at multiple locations, which were swiftly intercepted and destroyed by Indian Army Air Defence units . Indian Army Air Defence units quickly mobilized and intercepted the drones across multiple regions, including Udhampur, Samba, Jammu, Akhnoor, Nagrota, and Pathankot. Army units used a range of air defence weapons including L-70 guns, Zu-23mm guns, Schilka systems, and advanced anti-drone systems to counter the threat. In the aftermath of the incident, former Jammu and Kashmir Chief Minister Omar Abdullah took to X, stating, "On my way to Jammu to assess the situation following last night's thwarted Pakistani drone attack targeting Jammu city and other areas of the region." Locals living near the border described a tense night, with many reporting blackouts and prolonged retaliatory firing. "We saw 3-4 drones at around 8 pm. Firing continued throughout the night. Schools have been shut. We trust our forces and the Prime Minister," a resident told ANI. Despite the intensity of the attempted attack, no casualties were reported, and the Indian Armed Forces successfully defended civilian areas from aerial threats.
Time of India
09-05-2025
- Politics
- Time of India
Watch! How India's Air Defence 'Sudarshan Chakra' crushed over 50 Pakistani drones - The Economic Times Video
In a major escalation, Pakistan extensively used drones to attack India in the intervening night of May 08-09. However, India retaliated unequivocally in equal magnitude, neutralizing Pakistani drones, missiles & aircraft. Pakistan made failed attempts to send swarm drones across various places along LoC & international borders. India took down more than 50 drones during large-scale counter-drone operation conducted by Air Defence units. Engagement involved extensive use of L-70 guns, Zu-23mm, Schilka systems & other counter-UAS equipment. Pakistani army targeted areas of Udhampur, Samba, Jammu, Akhnoor, Nagrota, and Pathankot in J&K. However, the efforts were failed by Indian Army demonstrating its robust capability to counter aerial threats. Pakistan's aggression came after Indian Air Forces carried out pinpoint attacks on terrorist hotbeds in Pakistan, PoK on May 07. India destroyed terrorist hotspots under 'Operation Sindoor' in retaliation to Pahalgam terror attack on April 22.
