Operation Sindoor LIVE Updates: India’s defense system is shooting down Pakistani missiles in the air, now Indian Army’s counter attack has started

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Operation Sindoor Updates: PM Narendra Modi today chaired a high-level meeting of secretaries of various departments of the Government of India, where the PM discussed the recent developments related to national security. Stay tuned to this live page of channel24 india.com

Operation Sindoor Latest Updates: Tensions between India and Pakistan are increasing after Operation Sindoor. In view of this, PM Narendra Modi today chaired a high-level meeting of secretaries of several departments of the Government of India, where the PM discussed recent developments related to national security. Prime Minister Modi emphasized the need for seamless coordination between ministries and agencies to maintain operational continuity and institutional resilience.

In the meeting, all secretaries have been instructed to comprehensively review the work of their respective ministries and ensure smooth functioning of the necessary systems, with special attention to readiness, emergency response and internal communication protocols.

10:17 PM

Suicide attack on army, India shot down three Pakistani fighter jets

A suicide (suicide) attack has taken place on 120 Brigade, Keri, located in Rajouri sector of Jammu and Kashmir. Meanwhile, in response to the continuous provocative activities from across the border, India has now started taking decisive action. Taking strict action, India has shot down three fighter jets of Pakistan. These include two JF17 and one F16 fighter jets.

10:14 PM
Explosions were heard near Khundru Ordnance Depot in South Kashmir

Loud explosions were heard near Khundru Ordnance Depot in South Kashmir on Friday night, causing panic in the area. Security forces immediately cordoned off the area and a search operation has been started in view of the possible threat.

10:12 PM
Blackout ends in Jammu

After the blackout done for security reasons, the situation in Jammu is now slowly becoming normal. Under the instructions issued by the administration, the lights have been turned on again in the city and life has started returning to normal. During the blackout, security forces kept a vigil across the area and maintained alertness to avert any potential threat.

10:11 PM

NSA Ajit Doval briefed PM Modi on the current security situation
Amid increasing military and security challenges across the country, National Security Advisor (NSA) Ajit Doval met Prime Minister Narendra Modi today. In this important meeting, Doval gave detailed information to the Prime Minister on all security aspects including the current situation in the border areas, infiltration from Pakistan, drone attacks, and deployment of the army. Internal security, ensuring the safety of citizens and future strategies were also discussed in the meeting.

10:10 PM

Security alert in Gujarat and Jalandhar, blackout in border villages

Border villages in Suigam and Vav areas of Banaskantha district of Gujarat have been blacked out due to security reasons. In view of the continuous activities from Pakistan, the local administration and security agencies have taken this precautionary step, so that citizens can be protected from any possible threat.

On the other hand, a Pakistani drone was neutralized by Indian security forces in time while attempting to target the Surnusi Ordnance Factory located in Jalandhar, Punjab. This drone was intercepted near Dr. B. R. Ambedkar National Institute of Technology, Jalandhar, averting a major attack.

10:09 PM

Special Vande Bharat train leaves to bring players from Dharamshala to Delhi

After the security situation suddenly deteriorated during the match in Dharamshala, BCCI has arranged a special Vande Bharat train to ensure the safe and quick return of the players and support staff. This train has been dispatched from Una, one of the nearest railway stations to Dharamshala. BCCI has given instructions to send the players to Delhi on priority so that they do not face any inconvenience or risk. Security agencies and railway administration are keeping vigil on the entire route, and the train journey has been completely protected.

10:07 PM

Jaishankar spoke to US Secretary of State

US State Department spokesperson Tammy Bruce said that Secretary of State Marco Rubio spoke to India’s Foreign Minister S. Jaishankar today. In this conversation, Minister Rubio stressed the need to reduce tensions in the region immediately and reiterated the US support for direct dialogue between India and Pakistan. He encouraged efforts to improve communication between the two countries. Along with this, he expressed deep condolences on the horrific terrorist attack in Pahalgam and also reiterated the US commitment to work together with India against terrorism.

10:04 PM

India also shot down another Pakistani fighter plane

Amidst the increasing cross-border military activities, India has got a big success. According to government sources, after an F-16 fighter plane of Pakistan, the Indian Air Force has also targeted another Pakistani plane, possibly JF-17, and it is expected to fall. This action was taken when Pakistani Air Force planes tried to provoke by coming close to Indian airspace. The quick reaction of Indian radar systems and fighter pilots neutralized this threat in time.

9:59 PM

Defense Minister Rajnath Singh’s high-level meeting continues

Defense Minister Rajnath Singh is holding a high-level meeting with CDS and the chiefs of the three armies regarding the situation.

9:56 PM

Heavy artillery shelling started in Uri sector

Heavy artillery shelling is once again taking place in the Uri sector of Jammu and Kashmir. This time the Indian Army has launched a precise retaliation amid continuous attacks on the Indian border from Pakistan. There is an exchange of intense artillery and rockets between the two sides, which has further increased the tension on the border.

9:49 PM

India deployed these weapons on the border

India has started using anti-drone weapons on the borders to thwart Pakistan’s drone attacks. These include the L-70, ZSU-23 and Shilka systems, which are specially designed to disable low-altitude flying drones and other aerial threats. Cannon-based systems like the L-70 and ZSU-23 are capable of destroying drones with precision, while the Shilka system with its fast firing rate destroys drones and small aircraft in the air itself. Apart from this, S-400 is also deployed.

9:44 PM

Missile fired in Pokhran destroyed by Sudarshan Chakra

The Indian Air Force’s Sudarshan Chakra Air Defense System successfully destroyed the missile fired by Pakistan in the Pokhran area of ​​​​Rajasthan. This missile attack was aimed at infiltrating the Indian border, but due to the readiness of the Indian defense system, all these missiles were destroyed in the air itself. The Sudarshan Chakra system, which is equipped with the highest technological capabilities, negated this threat in time, averting a major attack. Indian security agencies have issued a high security alert in the area and surveillance has been increased in the border areas.

9:42 PM

Drone attack in Jaisalmer, blackout in Kutch and Chandigarh

Indian security forces destroyed all the drones fired by Pakistan in Jaisalmer. None of the drones could enter the Indian border, averting a major security crisis. Meanwhile, air raid sirens have started ringing in Chandigarh, and an immediate blackout has been implemented for security reasons.

A blackout situation has also been created in Bhuj area of ​​​​Kutch for security, while power supply has been stopped in all the villages of Kutch adjoining Pakistan. This step has been taken in view of increasing activities from the Pakistan border.

9:41 PM

IPL match stopped in Dharamshala

The IPL match between Punjab Kings and Delhi Capitals going on in Dharamshala, Himachal has been stopped in view of security. Spectators have been asked to leave the ground. All the lights on the ground have also been switched off.

9:15 PM

Heavy shelling in Rajouri-Poonch, swarm drone attack on Jammu airport foiled

There is continuous shelling from Pakistan on the country’s borders. The air security system has been immediately activated after drone activity was seen in Gulmarg. At the same time, the atmosphere has become tense due to heavy firing and sounds of cannons in the Line of Control (LoC) areas of Rajouri and Poonch.

Meanwhile, a major swarm drone attack on Jammu airport has been foiled. Attempts of similar attacks on other sensitive locations have also been foiled in time. Security agencies are on high alert due to these continuous activities and additional forces are being deployed in the border areas.

9:12 PM

Heavy mortar shelling in Tangdhar, sounds of explosion in Jaisalmer

Heavy mortar shelling has been done by Pakistan in Tangdhar sector of North Kashmir, due to which the tension on the border has reached its peak. The Indian Army is giving a befitting reply and the entire area has been put on high alert.

A loud explosion was also heard in Jaisalmer, Rajasthan, causing panic among the local people. Security personnel are appealing to the people to maintain peace.

9:09 PM

Firing started from drone on Pathankot Air Force Station stopped

A major threat was averted at Pathankot Air Force Station when the missile fired from the drone was successfully intercepted by the air defense system. The drone tried to fire while moving towards the airbase, but due to the alertness and quick response of the security forces, no damage was caused.

9:07 PM

Air Defense shot down three drones

Drone attacks took place in Jammu, Pathankot and Udhampur. The air defense system took quick action and shot down three drones, but one drone dodged the security cordon and reached near Jammu airport and collided there. Due to the collision of the drone, a blast was heard in the airport area, although no major damage has been reported. In view of the seriousness of the situation, Air Force fighter planes have been immediately deployed in the air and surveillance in the sky has been intensified. High alert has been declared in the entire area and deployment of security forces has been increased.

9:05 PM

Two drones shot down near Jammu University

India has shot down a Pakistani drone near Jammu University. These drones were moving towards Jammu from the border areas and were caught on the radar as soon as they came close to the university campus. India’s S400 system is continuously shooting down Pakistan’s drones and missiles.

8:59 PM

Power supply disrupted in Jammu and Amritsar

Amid shelling from Pakistan, power supply has been suddenly cut off in Jammu region and Amritsar. It is believed that this step has been taken for precautionary security reasons, so that sensitive locations are not targeted in any possible drone or air strike. People have been appealed to maintain peace.

8:56 PM

Heavy shelling and drone attack in Samba, blackout in Pathankot

Reports of heavy artillery shelling and drone attack have come from Samba, a border area of ​​​​Jammu and Kashmir. In this cross-border attack, not only heavy cross firing (CFV) was done, but drones were also used, which has made the situation more tense. Security agencies are on full alert after the attack. Along with this, a precautionary blackout has been implemented in Pathankot, Punjab, so that sensitive locations can be kept safe from any air strike. The situation in the border areas is very tense and army deployment has been increased.

India shot down 8 Pakistani missiles

Security agencies have confirmed that 8 missiles were fired from Pakistan at Jammu Civil Airport, Samba, RS Pura, Arnia and neighboring areas and all were intercepted/intercepted by S 400.

8:49 PM

Pakistan shelling the border

There is continuous shelling on the border from Pakistan. Pakistan fired a missile at Jammu Airport. In view of this, a blackout has been imposed in the RS Pura area of ​​​​Jammu. In view of this, a blackout has also been imposed in the border districts of Punjab and Rajasthan. The Army and BSF have closed the border areas around 100 kilometers.

6:49 PM

Army Chief meets PM Modi

Amid rising tensions with Pakistan, Army Chief General Upendra Dwivedi met Prime Minister Narendra Modi at his official residence 7, Lok Kalyan Marg.