India-Pakistan News LIVE Updates: Pakistani drones were sighted at 26 locations ranging from Baramulla in the North to Bhuj in the South, along the International Border and the Line of Control with Pakistan on Friday night. These drones included suspected armed drones posing potential threats to civilian and military targets, according to Army sources.
The locations where drones were sighted include Baramulla, Srinagar, Avantipora, Nagrota, Jammu, Ferozpur, Pathankot, Fazilka, Lalgarh Jatta, Jaisalmer, Barmer, Bhuj, Kuarbet, and Lakhi Nala. The Indian Armed Forces are maintaining a high state of alert, and all such aerial threats are being tracked and engaged using counter-drone systems. The situation is under close and constant watch, and prompt action is being taken wherever necessary.
Citizens, especially in border areas, have been advised to remain indoors, limit unnecessary movement, and strictly follow safety instructions issued by local authorities. While there is no need for panic, heightened vigilance and precaution are essential.
Meanwhile, an armed drone targeted a civilian area in Ferozpur, resulting in severe burn injuries to members of a local family. The injured were rushed to a medical facility for treatment. “Three members of a family were injured in a drone bomb attack. One of them, a woman, is in critical condition with serious burn injuries, while the other two have sustained minor burns. Their treatment was started immediately,” said Kamal Bagi, Managing Director of a private hospital.
Below are India-Pakistan News LIVE Updates:
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Explosions heard as India's air defence intercepts Pakistani drones amid blackout in akhnoor, Jammu and Kashmir.
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US President Donald Trump has called for tensions between India and Pakistan to “de-escalate as quickly as possible,” the White House said on Friday. Secretary of State Marco Rubio, who is also currently serving as the acting National Security Adviser, has conveyed this message to both sides.
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Blackout in Haryana's Ambala after reported sightings of Pakistani drones.
IMF has approved the immediate disbursement of about $1 billion to Pakistan under the ongoing Extended Fund Facility, according to the Prime Minister’s Office (PMO).
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Gujarat CM Bhupendra Patel tweets, "Visited the State Emergency Operation Centre in Gandhinagar to review the ongoing coordination with district administration and security agencies in the current situation, as well as the actions being taken by the administration keeping in mind, any possible emergencies. Gave necessary instructions and guidance to the officials. The state administration, along with central agencies, is fully alert and actively engaged in ensuring the safety of citizens."
"The International Monetary Fund (IMF) today reviewed the Extended Fund Facility (EFF) lending program ($1 billion) and also considered a fresh Resilience and Sustainability Facility (RSF) lending program ($1.3 billion) for Pakistan. As an active and responsible member country, India raised concerns over the efficacy of IMF programs in case of Pakistan given its poor track record, and also on the possibility of misuse of debt financing funds for state sponsored cross border terrorism": Ministry of Finance
One Pakistani drone has hit a residential area in Firozpur, Punjab and injured a family. Rushed to hospital for further treatment.
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Prime Minister Narendra Modi chaired a meeting attended by Defence Minister Shri Rajnath Singh, National Security Advisor Shri Ajit Doval, Chief of Defence Staff General Anil Chauhan, and Chiefs of the armed forces and senior officials, says PMO.
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Explosions heard as India's air defence intercepts Pakistani drones amid blackout in akhnoor, Jammu and Kashmir. https://twitter.com/TheStatesmanLtd/status/1920879597555437707
IMPORTANT NOTE: Updates in our live blog are being deferred by an unspecified time.
IMPORTANT NOTE: Updates in our live blog are being deferred by an unspecified time.