Prime Minister Narendra Modi chaired a high-level national security review at his residence amid India-Pakistan tensions. The meeting was attended by Defence Minister Rajnath Singh, Chief of Defence Staff Gen Anil Chauhan and three service chiefs.
Avoid rumours and stay calm: J&K govt to people
May 10, 2025 5:12 pm
The J&K government advised people to avoid engaging with or spreading rumours, asserting that the public's cooperation in maintaining peace and discipline during these times is crucial. "Misinformation and unverified claims circulating on social media can cause unnecessary panic. The residents are strongly advised to avoid engaging with or spreading rumours. Trust only credible news channels and government communications for accurate information," the government said in a statement. PTI
Blackout in Barnala
May 10, 2025 5:09 pm
The authorities have announced a blackout in Barnala today from 8 pm to 6 am. TNS
Standing as pillar of support in challenging times: Punjab ministers assure border residents
May 10, 2025 5:07 pm
Amid a sharp upturn in the military conflict between India and Pakistan, several Punjab ministers on Saturday visited border areas to assess the preparedness of the civil administration and interacted with residents to boost their morale. Punjab Cabinet ministers Tarunpreet Singh Sond and Baljit Kaur visited Fazilka. They held a meeting with the district administration and reviewed arrangements at the local civil hospital. They also visited the city markets to meet citizens and reassure them of the government's support. PTI
Emergency fire machinery worth Rs 47 crore for Pathankot, Rajasansi, Ferozepur
May 10, 2025 4:57 pm
Punjab Chief Minister Bhagwant Singh Mann on Saturday dedicated fire equipment worth Rs 47 crore to strengthen emergency response in border areas of Pathankot, Rajasansi, Ferozepur and other vulnerable locations. Mann said to cater to needs of the border region, fire apparatus — including small and medium fire tenders and other essential machinery — has been dedicated to people of the state. It includes disaster deployment kit, hydraulic combi tool collapse structure and rescue kit, gas detectors, fire entry suits, battery backup lighting tower, multipurpose fire tender, quick response vehicle (small) and other machinery. TNS
Op Sindoor must continue till last terrorist hideout is destroyed: Martyr Dilawar Khan's father
May 10, 2025 4:48 pm
Karamdin, father of martyred Dilawar Khan, who was awarded Kirti Chakra (posthumous), has urged the government to continue Operation Sindoor till all terrorist hideouts are destroyed. Talking to the PTI on Saturday, he said that he was elated with the Indian armed forces and the Central Government, which have given a befitting reply to the terrorists after the Pahalgam attack. Dilawar (28) was martyred on July 23, 2024, in the Lolab Valley of Jammu and Kashmir. During a search operation, Khan killed a terrorist despite being injured, but also lost his life. PTI
Debris of unidentified projectiles found in Hoshiarpur
May 10, 2025 4:44 pm
The debris of unidentified projectiles was found from two villages in Hoshiarpur district on Saturday morning, officials said. The wreckage was found in Sikri and Sandhra villages, Hoshiarpur Superintendent of Police (Investigation) Mukesh Kumar said. No loss of lives or damage to property was reported, the officials said. Acting promptly, police informed Indian Air Force officials for further investigation. Tanda DSP Davinder Singh said the unidentified objects were taken by the armed forces for examination and disposal. PTI
Faridkot admn sets up 6 evacuation centres
May 10, 2025 4:44 pm
According to official communication issued today, under the directives of the Faridkot DC, a total of six evacuation centres have been established across the district to ensure the safety and preparedness of residents in vulnerable areas. These centres are equipped to accommodate residents from border villages in case of any emergency situation. TNS
Amid rising tensions, Faridkot enforces ‘Thikri Pehra’
May 10, 2025 4:30 pm
Amid escalating tensions along the India-Pakistan border, the Faridkot administration has ordered all village panchayats to implement Thikri Pehra — a traditional community night patrol — under the provisions of the colonial-era Punjab Small Town Patrol Act, 1918. As part of the heightened security protocol, panchayats have been instructed to enforce strict vigil from 7 pm to 5 am. The directive also includes a mandatory blackout. TNS
Punjab CM appeals to people not to rush to debris site
May 10, 2025 4:30 pm
Punjab CM Bhagwant Mann appealed to the people not to rush to the debris site at once. "Inform police or army personnel, let them handle it first. Please do not rush to the spot where parts of bomb, mortar, missile or drone are found and gather around it. It may explode. Army has requested this message to be conveyed," he said.
8 BSF troops injured in Pak shelling
May 10, 2025 4:30 pm
Eight BSF personnel have been injured in Pakistan shelling along the International Border in Jammu on Saturday, officials said. The incident took place in the RS Pura sector. The troops have been rushed to a nearby military medical facility, the officials added. PTI
Air attack warning in Faridkot
May 10, 2025 4:30 pm
An air attack warning has been sounded in Faridkot. All sirens are on; people have been directed to stay indoors and take appropriate self-protection measures. Following the orders by the district administration, police asked shopkeepers to close their shops. The police also made rounds of markets in Kotkapura, asking the shopkeepers to close their commercial establishments for the time being in view of a Red alert.
BJP accuses Congress of passivity on terror, sparks political row
May 10, 2025 3:25 pm
The Congress sought clarification from the BJP-led government on Saturday after the saffron party accused the former UPA government of "passivity" over terror attacks from Pakistan on Indian soil during its tenure. While the saffron party hailed Prime Minister Narendra Modi for taking action against Pakistan for conducting terror strikes on India. Read more: https://www.tribuneindia.com/news/india/bjp-accuses-congress-of-passivity-on-terror-sparks-political-row/
5 top Pakistani terrorists killed in Operation Sindoor: GOI sources
May 10, 2025 2:31 pm
The first leg of ‘Operation Sindoor’ eliminated five high-value terrorists, including two brothers-in-law of Jaish-e-Mohammad chief Masood Azhar, top Government of India sources said on Saturday after confirmations. Read more: https://www.tribuneindia.com/news/india/5-top-pakistani-terrorists-killed-in-operation-sindoor-goi-sources/
Pakistan fires 3 missiles at Pathankot Air Force station
May 10, 2025 2:17 pm
Pakistan fires three missiles aimed at Pathankot Air Force station. All three missed the target and hit hilltops near Damtal before exploding. Security enhanced in and around the air base.
PM Modi reviews security as US, China, and Saudi Arabia step in
May 10, 2025 2:05 pm
PM Narendra Modi chairs high-level meet with Defence Minister Rajnath Singh, NSA Ajit Doval, service chiefs, top security officials.
Read more: http://tribuneindia.com/news/india/india-pakistan-tensions-pm-modi-reviews-security-as-us-china-and-saudi-arabia-step-in/
Fresh Explosion heard in Srinagar
May 10, 2025 12:00 pm
A drone was shot down by the air-defence system at the old airfield in Srinagar on Saturday as the city was rocked by massive blasts, officials said. Two massive explosions were heard near the Srinagar airport around noon, they said. The officials said a drone hovering over the old airfield, also called the "technical" airport, was shot down by the air-defence system. Two blasts rocked the city around 11:45 am, hours after multiple explosions in the early hours. Drone strike continues inside Adampur Air Force base even now. A few drones have fallen within the compound too.
Pakistan army moving troops towards forward areas: Wing Commander Vyomika Singh
May 10, 2025 11:40 am
After targeting several locations and civilians in different areas in India, the Pakistan Army is now moving its troops towards forward areas, signaling possible offensive intentions. Addressing a press briefing, Wing Commander Vyomika Singh confirmed that the Pakistan Army is moving troops towards forward areas. Wing Commander Singh asserted that while all hostile actions have been effectively countered with proportionate responses, India has reiterated its commitment to de-escalation, conditional on reciprocal restraint from Pakistan. "Pakistan Army has been observed to be moving its troops towards forward areas, indicating an offensive intent to further escalation. Indian armed forces remain in a high state of operational readiness, and all hostile actions have been effectively countered and responded proportionately. Indian armed forces reiterated their commitment to non-escalation, provided the Pakistan side reciprocates," Singh said.
Will stop if India stops: Pakistan Foreign Minister on local TV
May 10, 2025 11:19 am
Pakistan Foreign Minister on local TV: If India stops here then "we will consider to stop here". Reuters
Pakistan's bid to attack Indian airbases
May 10, 2025 11:09 am
Pakistan attacked Indian airbases in Udhampur, Pathankot and Bathinda among other stations last night, the Centre said in a special briefing on Operation Sindoor. The briefing was led by Foreign Secretary Vikram Misri, Colonel Sofiya Qureshi of the Army and Wing Commander Vyomika Singh of the Indian Air Force (IAF). Pakistan used drones and other high-calibre weapons to attack India's western front. In total, 26 Indian cities were targeted. India neutralised most of the attacks. "Pakistan also attacked school and medical facilities in Srinagar, Avantipura and Udhampur," Col Sofiya Qureshi said. Also read: https://www.tribuneindia.com/news/punjab/pathankot-bathinda-udhampur-attacked-by-pakistan-indias-special-briefing/
Pak targets airbase station in Punjab
May 10, 2025 10:59 am
Pakistan used high speed missile to target an airbase station in Punjab
J&K: Morning visuals from Kupwara
May 10, 2025 10:43 am
Haven't slept for 2 days: Border residents in Rajasthan
May 10, 2025 10:41 am
A fresh wave of drone attacks by Pakistan last night made residents of border areas in Rajasthan anxious yet their faith in the Indian Armed forces stayed strong as the forces neutralised the drones mid-air, with no harm reported. The western Rajasthan experienced a complete blackout and sirens were sounded multiple times, particularly in Barmer, to alert residents. The first drone attack bid occurred in Jaisalmer's Pokhran on Friday night. Then similar attempts were reported from other areas in Jaisalmer and Barmer.
China 'strongly' urges India, Pakistan to exercise calm, restraint
May 10, 2025 10:37 am
China on Saturday “strongly” urged India and Pakistan to exercise calm and restraint and return to the track of peaceful settlement. China is closely following the ongoing situation between India and Pakistan and is deeply concerned about the escalation, a statement by the Chinese Foreign Ministry here. "We strongly urge both sides to act in the larger interest of peace and stability, exercise calm and restraint, return to the track of political settlement through peaceful means, and refrain from any action that could further escalate tensions," the statement issued by the spokesperson of the ministry said. “This will be important for the fundamental interest of both India and Pakistan, and for a stable and peaceful region. This is also what the international community hopes to see. China is willing to continue to play a constructive role to this end," it said.
Explosions in Haryana's Sirsa city: Debris found at 2 locations
May 10, 2025 10:26 am
Sirsa city in Haryana was shaken by a loud explosion past Friday midnight around 12:15 am, triggering panic among residents. Read more:https://www.tribuneindia.com/news/haryana/tensions-rise-in-sirsa-after-late-night-explosions-debris-found-in-two-locations/
Terrorist launchpad in Pak opposite Jammu's Akhnoor destroyed: BSF
May 10, 2025 10:16 am
The Border Security Force on Saturday said it has "completely destroyed" a terrorist launchpad opposite Akhnoor in Jammu in response to unprovoked firing from the other side along the International Border. The base was located at Looni in Pakistan's Sialkot district, a BSF spokesperson said. This came after Pakistan initiated "unprovoked" firing on BSF posts in Jammu sector from 9 pm on Friday. The BSF responded in a commensurate manner, causing widespread damage to the posts and assets of the Pakistan Rangers along the international boundary, the spokesperson said. The terrorist launchpad at Looni in Sialkot district, opposite Akhnoor area, was completely destroyed by the BSF.
Rubio calls up Pak Army chief, offers talks
May 10, 2025 10:13 am
Secretary of State Marco Rubio has spoken with Pakistani Army chief Asim Munir and offered US assistance in starting "constructive talks" with India to avoid future conflicts. Rubio “continued to urge both parties to find ways to de-escalate," a statement issued by Spokesperson Tammy Bruce said.
Delhi airport resumes normal operations, issues travel advisory
May 10, 2025 9:51 am
Delhi's Indira Gandhi International Airport resumed normal operations in the early hours of Saturday and issued an advisory to passengers amid heightened security preparedness due to ongoing tensions between India and Pakistan. In its latest travel advisory, the airport said, "Delhi Airport operations are normal at present. However, due to changing airspace conditions and increased security measures as per orders from the Bureau of Civil Aviation Security, some flight schedules might be impacted, and security checkpoint processing times could be longer." The airport operator issued the advisory to passengers, which includes, "Stay informed with updates from their airlines. Follow hand baggage and check-in luggage rules. Arrive early to allow for potential delays at security checks. Cooperate with airline and security staff for smooth processing. Check flight status via their airline or the official Delhi Airport website." "We encourage all passengers to rely on official sources for accurate information and avoid sharing unverified content," the advisory added.
Blast reported inside Air Force Station in Bathinda
May 10, 2025 9:19 am
Blast reported inside Air Force Station in Bathinda. Air force stations in the region are being targeted. The frequency of blasts near the Adampur Air Force Station is also high.
Nankhana Sahib in Pakistan not attacked by Indian drone: govt debunks fake news
May 10, 2025 9:07 am
The government on Saturday debunked claims that India had launched a drone attack on the Nankana Sahib gurdwara in Pakistan. "A video shared on social media is claiming that India has carried out a drone attack on the Nankhana Sahib gurdwara. This claim is completely fake," the PIB Fact Check Unit said. Read more: https://www.tribuneindia.com/news/punjab/nankhana-sahib-in-pakistan-not-attacked-by-indian-drone-govt-debunks-fake-news/
Jalandhar on high alert: A day after drone attacks, city sees missile attacks
May 10, 2025 9:06 am
A day after multiple drone attacks, Jalandhar saw several missile attacks on the night of May 9-10, with explosions heard intermittently, keeping residents awake and panicky. https://www.tribuneindia.com/news/punjab/jalandhar-on-high-alert-a-day-after-drone-attacks-city-sees-missile-attacks/
PM Shehbaz Sharif calls meeting of body that oversees nuclear arsenal: Pakistan military
May 10, 2025 8:06 am
Pakistan Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif has called a meeting of the National Command Authority on Saturday, the military said, after Islamabad launched a military operation against India and targeted multiple bases. Read more: https://www.tribuneindia.com/news/pakistan/pm-shehbaz-sharif-calls-meeting-of-body-that-oversees-nuclear-arsenal-pakistan-military/
Omar Abdullah on X
May 10, 2025 7:44 am
Woman killed in Poonch
May 10, 2025 7:39 am
A woman identified as Rashida Bi from Mendhar in Poonch killed in Pakiatan shelling at 7 am today
ADC Rajouri Raj Kumar Thappa killed in Pakistan Army strikes
May 10, 2025 7:22 am
Additional Deputy Commissioner of Rajouri, Raj Kumar Thappa, has been killed during Pakistan Army strikes in response of Indian non-stop aggression.
Smoke seen from Dibber area, Udhampur
May 10, 2025 7:11 am
Pakistani drone fragments recovered in Punjab's Jalandhar
May 10, 2025 7:05 am
As Pakistan attacked multiple locations in India, parts of a drone were recovered after a blast in Kanganiwal village in rural Jalandhar of Punjab on Saturday. Surjeet Kaur, a local whose house was affected due to a Pakistani drone attack, said, "A red coloured flash came above our house and there was a huge explosion. We got scared. Everything was dark. We came out of our houses after a short while and saw that the water tank above our houses and our neighbours' houses had exploded. There was a blackout at that time, and all the lights were off." In an immediate response to Pakistan's attack on 26 Indian locations on Saturday, India launched retaliatory strikes, sources told ANI.
Pakistani artillery shelling in Rajouri, Jammu, Poonch
May 10, 2025 6:58 am
Many civilian areas have been hit by Pakistani artillery shelling in Rajouri town, Poonch town and Jammu. Additional District Development Commissioner, Rajouri, Raj Kumar Thapa critically injured in shelling near his home. Taken to hospital
Explosion-like sounds heard in Punjab's Pathankot
May 10, 2025 6:51 am
Explosion-like sounds were heard in Pathankot district of Punjab early Saturday morning, amid the ongoing military conflict between India and Pakistan. The blast sounds were heard around 5 am. There was no official word in this regard.
ADDC Rajouri critically injured
May 10, 2025 6:47 am
Heavy artillery shelling reaching Rajouri town. Many houses and structures damaged. ADDC Rajouri critically injured.
Blasts in Srinagar
May 10, 2025 6:31 am
Multiple blasts were heard in Srinagar city early Saturday morning, hours after the Indian military thwarted drone attacks by Pakistan at several places here late last night. According to officials, the blasts were heard near vital installations, including the airport. As soon as the blasts were heard, sirens went off in the city. Power has also been snapped in the city and most other parts of the valley, the officials said.
Pakistan claims India targeted three airbases with missiles
May 10, 2025 6:30 am
Pakistan early Saturday claimed that its three airbases were targeted by Indian missiles and drones. Pakistan military spokesperson Lt Gen Ahmad Sharif Chaudhry told a hurriedly called press conference in Islamabad at around 4 am that Nur Khan (Chaklala, Rawalpindi), Murid (Chakwal) and Rafiqui (Shorkot in Jhang district) airbases of Pakistan Air Force were targeted. "But all assets of the Air Force remain safe," he claimed. India has fired air-to-surface missiles with its jets, he claimed. He added that several missiles were intercepted by Pakistan's air defence system. He said this is a "sinister act of India pushing the region into lethal war and Pakistan will respond to this aggression. India should wait for our response". Chaudhry did not take any questions and ended the presser abruptly.
