Operation Sindoor LIVE: Pahalgam attack probe revealed Pakistan's link, says govt

Tribune News Service

Updated At : 03:16 PM May 07, 2025 IST

An army soldier examines a building damaged by a suspected Indian missile attack near Muzaffarabad, the capital of Pakistan controlled Kashmir, on Wednesday, May 7, 2025. AP/PTI

India launched a precision strike operation in the early hours of Wednesday, targeting terrorist infrastructure deep inside Pakistan and Pakistan-occupied Kashmir (PoK) in a significant and restrained response to the deadly Pahalgam massacre.

According to the Ministry of Defence, focused strikes were carried out on nine terrorist infrastructure sites targeting the roots of cross-border terror planning.

“Importantly, no Pakistani military facilities were hit, reflecting India’s calibrated and non-escalatory approach. This operation underscores India’s resolve to hold perpetrators accountable while avoiding unnecessary provocation,” the Ministry of Defence said.

The military action, dubbed ‘Operation Sindoor’, comes just days after the brutal Pahalgam terrorist attack, which claimed the lives of 25 Indian citizens and one Nepali national.

Official sources indicate that the operation was planned to minimize collateral damage and ensure zero civilian casualties.

The government reiterated its commitment to ensuring accountability for the Pahalgam attack, calling the strikes a “message of justice and resolve”.

Further details regarding Operation Sindoor and its operational specifics are expected during a comprehensive briefing later on Wednesday.

The situation is being closely monitored by both domestic and international observers, amid concerns over potential retaliation or escalation in the region.

Meanwhile, soon after the air strikes, Pakistan violated the ceasefire in Bhimber Gali in Poonch-Rajouri area by firing artillery gun. “Indian Army is responding appropriately in a calibrated manner,” a Defence Ministry official said.

Reportedly, Pakistan's Inter-Services Public Relations (ISPR) Director General Lt Gen Ahmed Sharif Chaudhry said that they are assessing damage and vowed retaliation.

NSA Ajit Doval speaks to his counterparts in US, UK, Saudi Arabia, Japan; contact also established with Russia and France. PTI

May 7, 2025 3:17 pm

Amit Shah calls meet of CMs, DGPs, chief secretaries of states bordering Pakistan, Nepal

May 7, 2025 2:23 pm

Sources said the meeting, to be held through video conferencing, will be attended by chief ministers, chief secretaries and Director General of Police of Jammu and Kashmir, Punjab, Rajasthan, Gujarat, Uttarakhand, Uttar Pradesh, Bihar, Sikkim and West Bengal, besides Lieutenant Governor of Ladakh. They said, Shah also reviewed the internal security situation in the country and asked the top security officials to be on alert and keep strict vigil.

PM Modi meets President Droupadi Murmu at Rashtrapati Bhavan following 'Operation Sindoor'

May 7, 2025 1:50 pm

Prime Minister Shri https://twitter.com/narendramodi?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">@narendramodi</a> called on President Droupadi Murmu at Rashtrapati Bhavan and briefed her about Operation Sindoor. pic.twitter.com/EjRulIdWbj
— President of India (@rashtrapatibhvn) May 7, 2025

Russia expresses ‘deep concern' at escalation of tensions between India, Pakistan over Pahalgam terror strike

May 7, 2025 1:02 pm

“We are deeply concerned about the intensifying military confrontation between India and Pakistan after the terrorist attack near the city of Pahalgam,” Russia Foreign Ministry spokesperson Maria Zakharova was quoted as saying by state-run news agency TASS. Russia strongly condemns acts of terrorism, opposes any of its manifestations and emphasises the need to unite the efforts of the entire world community to effectively combat this evil, Zakharova said. “We call on the parties involved to exercise restraint in order to prevent further deterioration of the situation in the region. "We hope that the differences between New Delhi and Islamabad will be resolved through peaceful, political and diplomatic means on a bilateral basis in accordance with the provisions of the Simla Agreement of 1972 and the Lahore Declaration of 1999,” the spokesperson said in a statement in the wake of 'Operation Sindoor'.

25-minute operation targeted 9 terror camps in Pakistan, ready to tackle escalation: Govt

May 7, 2025 12:35 pm

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Amit Shah orders chiefs of paramilitary forces to call back their personnel who are on leave: Sources

May 7, 2025 11:12 am

The Union Home Minister, who is in regular touch with Jammu and Kashmir Lieutenant Governor Manoj Sinha and Chief Minister Omar Abdullah, also asked them to ensure that the civilian population living along border areas are brought to safer places. He also asked the authorities concerned to keep bunkers ready for the shelter of the civilian population in case of emergency, sources said. The home minister directed chiefs of all Central Armed Police Forces to call back their personnel who are on leave, they said. PTI

India ready to deal with any misadventure by Pakistan: Wing Commander Vyomika Singh

May 7, 2025 11:08 am

No military installation was targeted in Pakistan during Operation Sindoor: Col Sofiya Qureshi

May 7, 2025 11:08 am

Nine terrorist camps were destroyed: Col Sofiya Qureshi on Operation Sindoor

May 7, 2025 10:56 am

Terror targets were chosen based on credible intelligence and their involvement in cross-border terrorism, says Col Sofiya Qureshi.

No demonstrable steps by Pakistan to dismantle terror infrastructure: FS Misri

May 7, 2025 10:54 am

Our measures were non-escalatory and measured: Misri on Operation Sindoor.

Pakistan has made an identity in the world as a safe haven for terrorists: FS Vikram Misri

May 7, 2025 10:54 am

Group called Resistance Front claimed responsibility for Pahalgam attack, it's connected with LeT, says Misri.

This morning, India exercised its right to dismantle terror infrastructure: Misri

May 7, 2025 10:53 am

Manner of Pahalgam attack was aimed at provoking communal discord in Jammu and Kashmir, and other parts of India, says FS Misri. He said that family members were deliberately traumatised through Pahalgam strike.

Pahalgam attack investigation has revealed Pakistan's link to it: FS Misri

May 7, 2025 10:48 am

It is natural that there was anguish in Jammu and Kashmir and rest of India over Pahalgam attack, says Misri. Our intelligence identified those involved and planners of Pahalgam attack, he added.

Pahalgam attack was also aimed at disturbing communal harmony: FS Misri

May 7, 2025 10:43 am

Pahalgam attack was barbaric, says Foreign Secretary Vikram Misri

May 7, 2025 10:42 am

The attack was aimed at disturbing social situation in Jammu and Kashmir that was witnessing progress, development: Misri.

The name 'Operation Sindoor' was chosen by PM Modi: Official sources

May 7, 2025 9:50 am

With terrorists gunning down 26 civilians, all men and mostly tourists, and the devastated wives of several of the victims becoming the face of the tragedy, the name 'Operation Sindoor' was considered the appropriate moniker for the retaliatory exercise, sources noted.

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May 7, 2025 9:46 am

Pahalagam terror attack victim's daughter welcomes 'Operation Sindoor,' salutes PM, Army

May 7, 2025 9:40 am

Arathy, daughter of N Ramachandran who was gunned down by terrorists in Kashmir's Pahalgam, welcomed Indian Army's 'Operation Sindoor' and expressed hope that it would bring some relief to the families of those killed in front of them. She also extended a 'big salute' to PM Modi, Indian Army and the Union Government for the missile strikes against terror camps in Pakistan and Pak-occupied Kashmir. Talking to reporters in Kochi, Arathy also said there won't be any other suitable title for the strikes other than 'Operation Sindoor'. PTI

7 dead, 38 injured as Pakistan Army pounds civilian areas along LoC in Jammu and Kashmir: Officials. PTI

May 7, 2025 9:14 am

Security beefed up in Delhi

May 7, 2025 9:13 am

Security in the national capital has been intensified with additional police personnel and paramilitary forces deployed at key locations following 'Operation Sindoor', an official said. A senior police officer said that the national capital was already on high alert and multiple agencies will carry out mock drills on Wednesday at 4 pm. "We have deployed more security personnel at key locations. Delhi Police is fully alert and no one will be allowed to breach law and order. Teams are keeping strict vigil on vital locations and monitoring social media platforms," said the officer. PTI

'Regrettable', says China, urges India, Pakistan to refrain from escalating tensions

May 7, 2025 9:09 am

China said in a statement it regrets India's military action and is concerned about the current situation. "We are concerned about the ongoing situation. India and Pakistan are and will always be each other’s neighbours. They’re both China’s neighbours as well. China opposes all forms of terrorism. We urge both sides to act in the larger interest of peace and stability, remain calm, exercise restraint and refrain from taking actions that may further complicate the situation," says Chinese foreign ministry spokesperson.

Congress lauds security forces for acting against terror camps in Pakistan, PoK

May 7, 2025 8:41 am

Proud of our Armed Forces. Jai Hind!
— Rahul Gandhi (@RahulGandhi) https://twitter.com/RahulGandhi/status/1919946976671547755?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">May 7, 2025

World must show zero tolerance for terrorism: Jaishankar

May 7, 2025 8:09 am

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— Dr. S. Jaishankar (@DrSJaishankar) May 7, 2025

Extremely proud of our Indian armed forces who have stuck terror camps in Pakistan, PoK: Congress chief Mallikarjun Kharge

May 7, 2025 8:07 am

Schools shut in Punjab, Jammu border areas

May 7, 2025 7:52 am

Schools in some border areas of Punjab, including Fazilka and Ferozepur, are closed for now to keep students safe. The DCs have issued orders in this regard. In Jammu and Kashmir, all schools and colleges in places like Jammu, Samba, Kathua, Rajouri, and Poonch are also closed today.

Jai Hind: Politicians hail 'Operation Sindoor' strikes on Pakistan

May 7, 2025 7:40 am

"Bharat Mata ki Jai," said Defence Minister Rajnath Singh, while Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath greeted Operation Sindoor with "Jai Hind" and "Jai Hind ki Sena". Maharashtra Deputy CM and Shiv Sena leader Eknath Shinde posted on X, "Jai Hind. Operation Sindoor." Congress leader Randeep Surjewala echoed, posting "Jai Hind." LJP (Ram Vilas) leader and Union minister Chirag Paswan said, "Satyamev Jayate. Jai Hind ki Sena."

भारत माता की जय!
— Rajnath Singh (@rajnathsingh) https://twitter.com/rajnathsingh/status/1919863929162862747?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">May 6, 2025

Pakistan PM Sharif terms Indian missile strikes on terror targets as 'act of war', vows to respond

May 7, 2025 7:24 am

Pakistan Army spokesman Lt Gen Ahmed Sharif Chaudhry said at least eight people were killed and 35 others injured in Indian missile attacks on cities in Punjab and PoK, Geo News reported. PTI

UN Secretary-General Antonio Guterres calls for maximum military restraint from India and Pakistan. PTI

May 7, 2025 7:18 am

Decoding Operation Sindoor: What made these 9 terror camps a priority?

May 7, 2025 7:10 am

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Headquarters of terror groups JeM, LeT, Hizbul Mujahideen hit in IAF strikes: Sources. PTI

May 7, 2025 7:07 am

Among the targets hit in a precise operation were Markaz Subhan Allah at Bahawalpur, Sarjal at Tehra Kalan, Markaz Abbas in Kotli and Syedna Bilal camp in Muzaffarabad (all of the banned Jaish-e-Mohammed terror group). Markaz Taiba at Murdike, Markaz Ahle Hadith at Barnala and Shwawai Nalla camp at Muzaffarabad (all of banned Lashkar-e-Taiba) and Makaz Raheel Shahid in Kotli and Mehmoona Joya in Sialkot (camps and training centres of banned Hizbul Mujahideen were targeted. Out of the nine targets chosen by India, four were in Pakistan and the remaining five were in Pakistan-occupied-Kashmir.

Woman killed in Pakistani mortar shelling along the LoC in Jammu and Kashmir's Poonch district: Officials. PTI

May 7, 2025 7:04 am

3 civilians killed in indiscriminate firing by Pakistan army across LoC in J&K

May 7, 2025 6:56 am

Three civilians were killed and several houses damaged as Pakistan resorted to heavy shelling, including the use of artillery fire, along the Line of Control (LoC) in Jammu and Kashmir, officials said on Wednesday. “Three innocent civilians lost their lives in indiscriminate firing/shelling,” the Army said, adding that the Indian Army is responding in a proportionate manner.

Many airports in North shut, flights cancelled

May 7, 2025 6:29 am

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India avenges Pahalgam attack

May 7, 2025 6:18 am

"प्रहाराय सन्निहिताः, जयाय प्रशिक्षिताः"
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