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In a powerful counterterrorism move, India launched ‘Operation Sindoor‘ following the deadly Pahalgam terror attack. With 26 civilians killed, including 25 Indian tourists, the Indian armed forces carried out precision strikes on terror launchpads in Pakistan-occupied Kashmir (PoK). This marks one of the most significant events in current India news and intensifies India-Pakistan tensions.
Pahalgam Attack: The Spark Behind Operation Sindoor
On April 22, 2025, the serene tourist destination of Pahalgam in Jammu & Kashmir turned into a terror zone. Gunmen from The Resistance Front (TRF) — a Pakistan-backed terror group — ambushed a convoy of tourists, killing 26 people. Among the deceased were Indian nationals and one Nepalese citizen.
This terror attack in Pahalgam was swiftly linked to known Pakistan-based terror organizations -Lashkar-e-Taiba (LeT) and Jaish-e-Mohammed (JeM) -escalating diplomatic and military tensions between India and Pakistan.
India’s Fierce Reply: Operation Sindoor Live
In retaliation, India launched Operation Sindoor on May 6, 2025, executing precision military strikes targeting terror infrastructure across the Line of Control (LoC).
Key Facts – Operation Sindoor Live Updates:
- Airstrikes hit 9+ terror camps in PoK, including Bahawalpur and Muzaffarabad.
- Indian Air Force deployed smart bombs, drones, and satellite-guided missiles.
- Indian Army confirmed “heavy destruction of terror camps” and minimized collateral damage.
- Nationwide security alert declared in border states like Punjab, J&K, and Rajasthan.
India-Pakistan Border Tensions Rise
As Operation Sindoor live coverage unfolds, Pakistan responded with cross-border shelling. Pakistan’s military termed India’s actions as “unprovoked aggression,” while Indian officials clarified it was a surgical counterterrorism response.
Civilians along the LoC were evacuated in India’s border villages. Schools were shut, and blackouts were enforced to prevent aerial surveillance or retaliatory strikes.
Global Reactions to Operation Sindoor
How the World Responded:
- United Nations: Called for “de-escalation” and offered mediation.
- USA & EU: Urged India and Pakistan to maintain peace but recognized India’s right to counter terrorism.
- Russia & France: Supported India’s fight against terrorism.
- China: Called for regional stability without taking sides.
Despite these diplomatic messages, India emphasized that Operation Sindoor was a necessary and proportionate action.
Nationwide Support for Indian Forces
From civilians to political leaders, the Indian public rallied in support of the armed forces:
Social media trends: #OperationSindoor, #JusticeForPahalgam, and #IndiaFightsTerror
All major political parties stood in solidarity.
Candlelight vigils held in major cities like Delhi, Mumbai, Bengaluru.
Prime Minister Narendra Modi said in a press statement:
“This is not just a response. This is a message. India will not tolerate terror on its soil.”
What’s Next in India & Pakistan Relations?
The execution of Operation Sindoor marks a crucial turning point in India-Pakistan military and diplomatic ties. Intelligence reports warn that further retaliatory attacks from Pakistan-backed groups could be imminent.
India has:
- Increased surveillance and counter-infiltration operations.
- Raised alert levels in metro cities.
- Issued travel advisories near the western border.
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