Op Sindoor Updates: Pak missile, drone attack in Jammu, Punjab and Rajasthan; all inercepted

 Operation Sindoor Latest Updates: India also shot down two Pakistani JF-17 fighter jets while trying to intrude into the Indian airspace. The Pakistani military also confirmed the development.

Shashikant Sharma | SNS  |  New Delhi |  May 9, 2025  :   Pakistan targets civilian areas in Uri sector. Visuals outside a hotel where  shells dropped.

Acomplete blackout is being witnessed in the border areas of Jammu and Kashmir, Punjab and Rajasthan after a missile and drone attack by Pakistan. According to defence sources, Pakistan launched eight missiles at Satwari, Samba, RS Pura and Arnia sector in Jammu Division. However, all were intercepted by Indian Air Defence Units.

Pakistani drones were also intercepted by India’s “Sudarshan Chakra”—S-400 Air Defence System. A video shared by news agency Asia News International shows flashes in the sky after a Pakistani drone is successfully intercepted. Explosions can also be heard in the video.

India also shot down two Pakistani JF-17 fighter jets while trying to intrude into the Indian airspace, multiple reports claimed. However, the Pakistani military has denied the claim and termed a video of DG ISPR admitting the loss as “deep fake”

Reports also claimed an F-16 supersonic fighter jet of the Pakistani Air Force was shot down by India using a surface-to-air missile defence system.

Meanwhile, a complete blackout has been enforced in several border areas, including Udhampur, Samba, Akhnoor and Kishtwar in Jammu and Kashmir, and Jalandhar in Punjab, and Jaisalmer in Pakistan. Sirens are also being heard in several areas throughout the district.

The tensions between India and Pakistan started after Islamabad backed terrorists gunned down 25 innocent civilians, mostly tourists from across the country, and a Nepali national in Jammu and Kashmir’s Pahalgam on April 22. Following the brutal attack, India launched Operation Sindoor to avenge the Pahalgam attack and destroyed nine terror camps in Pakistan and Pakistan-occupied Jammu and Kashmir.

While India maintained its strikes only targeted terror bases, as New Delhi didn’t want an escalation, Pakistan resorted to intense shelling in Jammu and Kashmir and targeted Indian military establishments in the wee hours on Thursday, May 8. Indian armed forces foiled the attack and launched a retaliatory strike, destroying a Pakistan air defence system in Lahore.

Below are the latest updates on the India-Pakistan conflict:

12:24 pm: US State Department Spokesperson Tammy Bruce says, “This morning Secretary Marco Rubio spoke with Pakistan PM Shehbaz Sharif and EAM Dr S Jaishankar. In both calls, the Secretary emphasised the need for immediate de-escalation and called for an end to the violence. He expressed US support for direct dialogue between India and Pakistan and encouraged continued efforts to improve communications.”

12:15 pm: Pakistan targets civilian areas in Uri sector. Visuals outside a hotel where Pakistani shells dropped.

12:10 pm: Two Pakistani drones shot down by Indian Army Air Defence Units in Naushera sector of Jammu and Kashmir. Heavy exchange of artillery fire on between the two sides in the sector: Defence Sources

12:05 pm: A complete blackout has been enforced in Chandigarh

11:44 pm: The Ministry of Information and Broadcasting said that the news about a Pakistan pilot is in Indian custody is also fake.

11:40: Important Update: The news about a “fidayeen” attack on an Army brigade in Rajouri, Jammu and Kashmir is fake. According to the government’s Fact Check unit, no such “fidayeen” or suicide attack has occurred on any army cantonment.

11:25 pm: X (formerly Twitter) has received executive orders from the Indian government requiring X to block over 8,000 accounts in India, says X’s Global Government Affairs in a post.

11:20 pm: Akasa Air issues travel advisory. Tweets, “Due to enhanced security measures at all airports across India, we request you to reach the airport at least 3 hours prior to departure, to ensure a seamless check-in and boarding experience. Please ensure you carry valid government-approved photo identification documents for entry to the airport. In addition to your check-in baggage, only one handbag weighing upto 7 kgs will be permitted. As per regulatory guidelines, all passengers will be required to undergo secondary security checks before boarding…”

11:16 pm: BREAKING NEWS: Union Home Minister Amit Shah speaks with the Director Generals of border guarding forces to take stock of the border situation. He also speaks to the CISF DG regarding airport security.

11:15 pm: Military stations at Jammu, Pathankot & Udhampur were targeted by Pakistani-origin drones and missiles along the International Border in J&K today. The threats were swiftly neutralised using kinetic and non-kinetic capabilities in line with established Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs). No casualties or material losses were reported. India remains fully prepared to defend its sovereignty and ensure the safety of its people: Ministry of Defence

11:10 pm: Air India tweets, “In view of an order by the Bureau of Civil Aviation Security on enhanced measures at airports, passengers across India are advised to arrive at their respective airports at least three hours prior to scheduled departure to ensure smooth check-in and boarding. Check-in closes 75 mins before departure.”

10:59 pm: All schools and colleges in Kapurthala district to remain closed on May 9 and 10, as per the orders of the Deputy Commissioner

10:53 pm:  All the Leaves of Delhi Police officials/personnel stands cancelled: Delhi Police

10:50 pm: EAM Dr S Jaishankar tweets, “Spoke with US Secretary Marco Rubio this evening. Deeply appreciate US commitment to work with India in the fight against terrorism. Underlined India’s targeted and measured response to cross-border terrorism. Will firmly counter any attempts at escalation.”

10:40 pm: Military Stations of Jammu, Pathankot and Udhampur in proximity to the International Boundary, in Jammu & Kashmir targeted by Pakistan using missiles and drones. No losses. Threat neutralised by Indian Armed Forces as per SoP with kinetic & non-kinetic means: HQ IDS

10:30 pm Pakistan launched 8 missiles at Satwari, Samba, RS Pura and Arnia sector, All intercepted by Indian Air Defence units: Defence Sources

10:25: Pakistani drones intercepted by Indian air defence in Jaisalmer. Explosions can be heard, and flashes in the sky can be seen.

10:24 pm: Pakistan has targeted Jammu with loitering munitions; Indian Air Defence guns are firing back

10:22 pm: A complete blackout has been enforced in Samba of Jammu Division and sirens can be heard.

10:20 pm: A complete blackout has been enforced in Akhnoor of Jammu Division; sirens are being heard.

10:15 pm: A complete blackout has been enforced in Kishtwar of Jammu Division, and sirens are being heard throughout the district.

10:10 pm: US State Department Spokesperson Tammy Bruce says, “Secretary Marco Rubio spoke today with Indian External Affairs Minister Subrahmanyam Jaishankar. The Secretary emphasised the need for immediate de-escalation.

10:10 pm: He expressed US support for direct dialogue between India and Pakistan and encouraged continued efforts to improve communications. The Secretary reiterated his condolences for the horrific terrorist attack in Pahalgam and reaffirmed the United States’ commitment to work with India in the fight against terrorism.”

10:00 pm: Rajasthan Chief Minister Bhajanlal Sharma held a high-level meeting at the Chief Minister’s residence today evening regarding the tension that arose on the border. Chief Secretary, Home Secretary, Director General of Police, DG Intelligence and ADG Law and Order attended the meeting.