Indian Army

May 15, 2025 2:07 PM

J&K: Three terrorists killed in Awantipora under Operation Nader

Three terrorists were killed in an encounter with security forces in the Nader area of Jammu and Kashmir's Awantipora, the Indian Army said on Thursday. "Three hardcore terrorists have been eliminated in the ongoing operation at Nader, Awantipora. The identity of the terrorists is being ascertained", the Chinar Corps said in a post on X. https://x.com/ChinarcorpsIA/status/1922921351259513177 Earlier on Thursday, security forces launched a joint anti-terror operation in the Nader area of Tral,...

May 12, 2025 12:29 AM

Pakistan proposed ceasefire, violated it within hours: Indian Army

Director General of Military Operations (DGMO) Lt Gen Rajeev Ghai on Sunday revealed that it was Pakistan’s DGMO who proposed a ceasefire between the two sides—an understanding that was violated by Pakistan within hours of taking effect. Addressing a press briefing in New Delhi, Ghai said the proposal to halt hostilities was made during a direct hotline conversation initiated by Pakistan on May 10. “My communication with the Pak DGMO was conducted at 15:35 hours yesterday (Saturday) and ...

May 11, 2025 7:56 PM

Pakistan Army lost 35-40 personnel in Indian strikes, DGMO says in special briefing

The Pakistan Army lost close to 35-40 personnel between May 7 and 10, when India launched retaliatory counterstrikes in response to its aggression, Director General of Military Operations (DGMO) Lt Gen Rajiv Ghai said during a special press briefing on Sunday. He also stated that Operation Sindoor was conceptualised with a clear military aim—to punish the perpetrators and planners of terror and to destroy their infrastructure. “Our aim on May 7 was to target terrorists and their infrastruc...

May 10, 2025 8:03 PM

Armed forces dismiss misinformation, reaffirm ceasefire preparedness at Press Briefing on Operation Sindoor

In a detailed press briefing held on Saturday evening, senior officials from India’s armed forces addressed the nation on Operation Sindoor, reaffirming the country’s commitment to the recently agreed ceasefire while strongly refuting a series of misinformation narratives emerging from Pakistan. The briefing was led by Ministry of External Affairs spokesperson Randhir Jaiswal, with inputs from Commodore Raghu R Nair, Colonel Sofiya Qureshi, and Wing Commander Vyomika Singh. The officers sha...

May 9, 2025 3:15 PM

India has sufficient food reserves: Shivraj Singh Chauhan amid escalation

Union Agriculture Minister Shivraj Singh Chouhan on Friday assured the nation that India has ample food reserves and there is no shortage of essential agricultural commodities. He said that the country’s agricultural stockpiles are at full capacity. While soldiers are stationed at the border, Chouhan emphasized that farmers continue to work diligently in the fields. He also announced that the Centre is formulating a new scheme aimed at boosting crop production. “As the agriculture departme...

May 9, 2025 1:38 PM

From Kargil war heroes to army veterans, India’s firm reply to Pakistan draws widespread praise

As India’s armed forces continue to deliver a strong and coordinated response to Pakistan’s recent escalation, their actions are drawing widespread acclaim from Kargil war heroes and military veterans who hailed the firm retaliation as both necessary and commendable. On Thursday night, the Pakistan Army launched a barrage of missiles and drones aimed at multiple Indian targets. However, Indian forces successfully intercepted the threats, with no reported damage—an operatio...

May 9, 2025 1:10 PM

Rajnath Singh holds high-level security meeting with defence chiefs amid escalating tensions with Pakistan

Defence Minister Rajnath Singh is chairing a high-level security meeting with the Chiefs of the Indian Army, Navy, and Air Force at South Block on Friday morning, amid rising military tensions with Pakistan following India's counter-terror operations across the border. The ongoing meeting is expected to focus on the current security scenario and the Indian Armed Forces’ preparedness in light of potential retaliatory moves by Pakistan. The meeting comes a day after Rajnath Singh addressed an ...

May 9, 2025 9:48 AM

Punjab shuts all educational institutes, cancels exams amid India–Pakistan tensions

Amid heightened tensions between India and Pakistan, Punjab—bordering Pakistan over a stretch of 532 km—has ordered the closure of all educational institutions and the cancellation of ongoing examinations. I.K. Gujral Punjab Technical University in Jalandhar announced on Friday that, with the approval of competent authorities, all end-semester examinations have been postponed until further notice due to unforeseen circumstances. The revised schedule will be announced at least five days prio...

May 9, 2025 9:37 AM

Pakistan attacked with multiple missiles and drones, all effectively repulsed: Indian Army

The Indian Army has successfully repelled a major offensive launched by the Pakistan Armed Forces, including multiple drone and missile attacks across the western border during the night of May 8–9, according to an official statement issued Friday. The offensive included several ceasefire violations (CFVs) along the Line of Control (LoC) in Jammu and Kashmir, the Army said. The Headquarters Integrated Defence Staff (HQ IDS) confirmed that Indian forces thwarted a coordinated large-scale atta...

May 9, 2025 5:05 AM

Neeraj Chopra urges public to follow guidelines to ensure everyone’s safety amid escalating India-Pakistan tensions

Amid escalating tensions between India and Pakistan, India’s Olympic hero Neeraj Chopra has voiced strong support for the Indian Armed Forces, applauding their courage and commitment in combating terrorism. The two-time Olympic medallist and reigning javelin star took to his official X handle to express solidarity with the armed forces and urged citizens to act responsibly during this sensitive time. “We are proud of our brave Indian Armed Forces who are fighting for our nation against ter...