Information and Broadcasting Minister Atta Tarar said that said the Air Defence of Pakistan has successfully shot down another drone in Bahawalnagar.In a post on X, Attaullah Tarar said, “Pakistan Air Defence has successfully shot down another Harop drone in Bahawalnagar. Alhamdulillah.”The information minister also rejected the baseless claim of the Indian media alleging Pakistani attacks on Indian Illegally Occupied Jammu and Kashmir (IIOJK).“Pakistan has not targeted any locations in Indian Illegally Occupied Jammu & Kashmir, or across international border, so far. Neither has any loss been incurred by PAF. Indian media is always  spreading disinformation either to create to craft a (fake) notion of success before,” Atta Tarar posted.Read More: Pakistan rejects Indian fabricated claims of attacks on IIOJKEarlier, Security sources have also categorically rejected reports in the Indian media alleging Pakistani attacks on Indian Illegally Occupied Jammu and Kashmir (IIOJK), terming them as white lies aimed at misleading the international community. The false narratives are being spread to create the impression that Pakistan has launched an assault on Indian Illegally Occupied Jammu and Kashmir. “These fabricated stories are designed to provide India with a pretext to continue its aggression against Pakistan,” the sources said They added that the reports lack any truth and are entirely baseless. “There is no credibility to these concocted claims,” they added, accusing India of using disinformation to justify its recent military misadventure, including missile and drone strikes on Pakistani territory In a phone call with United States (US) Secretary of State Marco Rubio, Prime Minister (PM) Shehbaz Sharif said that Pakistan reserves right to act in its self defence in response to Indian misadventureIn the discussion with the US Secretary of State, who serves as the principal advisor to US President Donald Trump, on all foreign affairs matters, the prime minister strongly condemned India’s missile and drone attacks, which resulted in 31 civilian deaths, 57 injuries, and significant damage to civilian infrastructure, as stated in a press release from the PM House Press Wing.He stressed that India’s actions infringed upon Pakistan’s sovereignty and territorial integrity, severely threatening peace and stability in South Asia.

Pakistan Railways announced that the train operations have no change in their schedule, despite the security issues amid India-Pakistan tensions, ARY News reported, citing official sources. According to the Pakistan Railway’s spokesperson, trains are operational according to their schedule to facilitate passengers, with no change reported.Earlier, Pakistan’s civilian areas were subjected to an attack, reporting no casualties or damage. However, precautionary measures across multiple sectors to ensure public safety and preparedness have been taken due to escalating India-Pakistan tensions.Airlines and flight operations have been temporarily postponed; however, commercial flights remain unaffected and operational.Read More: Several airlines suspend flight operations amid India-Pakistan tensions Earlier, in response to rising India-Pakistan tensions following recent conflicts between the countries, flights of three major international airlines were suspended to both countries.Operations to Pakistan and India were halted by Emirates, Etihad Airways, and Qatar Airways, indicating security measures and airspace limitations.The conflict increased after India attacked Pakistan’s territory, causing a counterattack.On the other side, India halted 25 international flight routes that earlier crossed its airspace into Pakistan.

Cambridge International Education has announced the postponement of A-Level and O-Level examinations scheduled to be held on Friday, May 9, 2025 amid amid escalating tensions between Pakistan and India, ARY News reported.The examinations have been postponed in Punjab, Islamabad, Muzaffarabad, Mirpur and other cities, as confirmed in an official notification issued by Cambridge International Education.According to notification, the decision was made after a thorough security assessment conducted in collaboration with the British Council, emphasizing that the safety of students and staff remains the top priority.Earlier, the intermediate exams across Punjab were deferred for two days. Punjab Education Minister Rana Sikandar Hayat said that practical exams scheduled for Friday and Saturday have also been postponed, with a revised schedule for both the exams and practicals to be announced soon.All public and private educational institutions will remain closed on May 9 and 10.

In response to rising India-Pakistan tensions following recent tensions between the countries, flights of three major international airlines have been suspended to both countries. Operations to Pakistan and India have been halted by Emirates, Etihad Airways, and Qatar Airways, indicating security measures and airspace limitations.The conflict increased after India attacked Pakistan’s territory, causing a counterattack.As a consequence, various Gulf airlines have either abandoned or redirected flights across South Asia. Confirmation has been given by Emirates, Etihad, and Qatar Airways that, for the time being, flights from Dubai, Abu Dhabi, and Doha to airports in Pakistan and India have been suspended or delayed.According to reports, Emirates, in an announcement, has mentioned that all flights due to current security concerns to Pakistan will remain postponed until May 10.Etihad Airways announced the recall of flights scheduled for Pakistan on May 6 and subsequently cancelled its planned services to Karachi (EY297), Lahore (EY285), and Islamabad (EY303) on May 7. Additionally, Qatar Airways has suspended its flights to Pakistan temporarily due to airspace restrictions.As mentioned on the airline websites, Emirates has also directed to suspend flights travelling between Dubai and different cities of Pakistan, including Sialkot, Lahore, Islamabad, and Peshawar.According to Qatar Airways, the flight operations have been suspended as safety measures due to the ongoing India-Pakistan tensions.On the other side, India has halted 25 international flight routes that earlier crossed its airspace into Pakistan.As India-Pakistan tensions continue to rise, airlines are closely observing progress, with additional flight disruptions likely to escalate in the coming days.Read More: India shuts down 27 airports, hundreds of flights cancelledEarlier, India suspended flight operations at 27 airports, which resulted in the cancellation of over 430 flights and caused widespread disruption to domestic air travel, as reported by Indian media on Thursday.The Airports Authority of India (AAI) issued a Notice to Airmen (NOTAM), confirming the closures, which remained in effect until May 10.

Security sources have categorically rejected reports in the Indian media alleging Pakistani attacks on Indian Illegally Occupied Jammu and Kashmir (IIOJK), terming them as white lies aimed at misleading the international community. The false narratives are being spread to create the impression that Pakistan has launched an assault on Indian Illegally Occupied Jammu and Kashmir. “These fabricated stories are designed to provide India with a pretext to continue its aggression against Pakistan,” the sources said They added that the reports lack any truth and are entirely baseless. “There is no credibility to these concocted claims,” they added, accusing India of using disinformation to justify its recent military misadventure, including missile and drone strikes on Pakistani territory. Read More: Pakistan’s response to India will resonate globally, warns DG ISPR In a presser earlier in the day, Deputy Prime Minister Ishaq Dar and Director General Inter-Services Public Relations (DG ISPR) Lieutenant General Ahmed Sharif Chaudhry categorically dismissed India’s allegations that Pakistan launched attacks on 15 locations across Indian territory on midnight of May 7 and 8, labeling the claims as “utterly false.The DG ISPR warned that Pakistan’s response, when it comes on a time and place of its own choice, will be unmistakable. “When Pakistan strikes, the Indian media won’t need to spin stories—the whole world will know,” the DG ISPR vowed.Lieutenant General Ahmed Sharif Chaudhry said that India has claimed that Pakistan fired 15 projectiles, all of which were neutralized by Indian air defenses. However, the DG ISPR mocked these assertions, pointing out India’s failure to protect its own aircraft.“If India claims it neutralized 15 projectiles, why couldn’t it save its own five jets from being shot down by the Pakistan Air Force?” he asked, referring to downing five Indian aircraft, including three Rafale fighters, one MiG-29, and one SU-30 by Pakistan Air Force.

In a phone call with United States (US) Secretary of State Marco Rubio, Prime Minister (PM) Shehbaz Sharif said that Pakistan reserves right to act in its self defence in response to Indian misadventureIn the discussion with the US Secretary of State, who serves as the principal advisor to US President Donald Trump, on all foreign affairs matters, the prime minister strongly condemned India’s missile and drone attacks, which resulted in 31 civilian deaths, 57 injuries, and significant damage to civilian infrastructure, as stated in a press release from the PM House Press Wing.He stressed that India’s actions infringed upon Pakistan’s sovereignty and territorial integrity, severely threatening peace and stability in South Asia.The prime minister reaffirmed Pakistan’s firm resolve to defend its sovereignty and territorial integrity at all costs. He noted that the people of Pakistan were outraged by India’s unprovoked acts of war, and stressed that Pakistan reserved the right to act in self-defense, in accordance with Article-51 of the UN Charter.He also appreciated President Trump’s concern over the current security situation in South Asia. Secretary Rubio noted that the U.S. was closely following the situation in the South Asia as it was committed to promoting peace and stability in the region.To this end, he emphasized upon the need for both Pakistan and India to work closely to de-escalate the situation. Both sides agreed to remain in touch.

Defence Minister Khawaja Asif said that Pakistan will refrain from targeting Indian civilians in any retaliatory actions following its misadventure and would attack solely military installations.Speaking to a UK news agency, Khawaja Asif said that the Pakistan-India conflict has reached a dead end and that there is no room for reducing tensions, terming India's attack on civilian areas as cowardly.The defence minister also recalled Pakistan Air Force’s swift and decisive response on India’s misadventure, saying that five of their jets were shot down.“The pilots operating Rafale jets lacked expertise. Even the company manufacturing Rafale jets has also suffered a setback due Indian pilots’ lack of expertise,” Khawaja Asif added.The Defence minister said that Pakistan's response to drone attacks is now certain and that the country will target Indian military installations. He also appreciated the international community's efforts, led by the US, to reduce tensions between Pakistan and India.Khawaja Asif said that India is trying to wipe out its humiliation through its actions and that global efforts are underway to establish peace in the region.He maintained that Lahore's defense system suffered no damage from Indian drones.

Deputy Prime Minister Ishaq Dar and Director General Inter-Services Public Relations (DG ISPR) Lieutenant General Ahmed Sharif Chaudhry said that India’s drones targeted civilian areas and attempted to strike military installations, describing the actions as a serious provocation.Addressing an important press conference along with Director General Inter-Services Public Relations (DG ISPR) Lieutenant General Ahmed Sharif Chaudhry, the deputy prime minister said that Pakistan reserves the right to retaliate under Article 51 of the UN Charter, which affirms a nation’s right to self-defense.“If India dares to undertake any further misadventures, it will face severe consequences,” he warned.https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=6zC4qOH1jT0Speaking on the occasion, the DG ISPR categorically dismissed India’s allegations that Pakistan launched attacks on 15 locations across Indian territory, labeling the claims as “utterly false.”He said India is trying to present fabricating evidence to justify its recent military actions Pakistan.“India’s claims are baseless. The images they’ve shown of alleged Pakistani projectiles are laughable. A projectile of that nature would at least set dry grass on fire, but their so-called evidence shows no such damage,” the DG ISPR said.Lieutenant General Ahmed Sharif Chaudhry said that India has claimed that Pakistan fired 15 projectiles, all of which were neutralized by Indian air defenses. However, the DG ISPR mocked these assertions, pointing out India’s failure to protect its own aircraft.“If India claims it neutralized 15 projectiles, why couldn’t it save its own five jets from being shot down by the Pakistan Air Force?” he asked, referring to downing five Indian aircraft, including three Rafale fighters, one MiG-29, and one SU-30 by Pakistan Air Force.The DG ISPR warned that Pakistan’s response, when it comes on a time and place of its own choice, will be unmistakable.“When Pakistan strikes, the Indian media won’t need to spin stories—the whole world will know,” the DG ISPR vowed.

KARACHI: Pakistan authorities on Thursday imposed a temporary ban on fishing in the country’s territorial waters due to escalating tensions with India, ARY News reported, citing official sources.All fishing boats and trawlers currently at sea have been recalled as a precautionary measure.A high alert has also been issued at the country's three major ports: Karachi, Port Qasim, and Gwadar. The ban will remain in effect until the high alert is lifted.Authorities have urged fishermen to refrain from venturing out to sea, and security at all major ports has been significantly tightened.Read More: Pakistan suspends flight operations at major airportsEarlier, the Pakistan Airports Authority (PAA) Thursday suspended flight operations at several major airports across the country, ARY News reported.Airports in Karachi, Lahore, Islamabad, Faisalabad, and Sialkot have been completely closed for an indefinite period.The suspension of operations was confirmed through a Notice to Airmen (NOTAM) issued by aviation authorities, notifying all airlines of the closure.All incoming flights bound for Lahore have been diverted to Karachi Airport. These include flights from Jeddah, Dubai, Muscat, Sharjah, and Madinah.As a precautionary measure, Allama Iqbal International Airport Lahore and Sialkot airport have been evacuated, sources said. Jinnah International Airport in Karachi has also ceased flight operations.All scheduled flights at these airports have been cancelled until further notice.According to airport authorities in Karachi, all affected passengers have been transferred to the airport lounges for their comfort and safety. Passengers have been advised to stay in contact with their respective airlines for the latest updates on flight schedules.The development came in the wake of Indian attack on Pakistan.

KARACHI: Two police officers have been suspended in Karachi for assaulting an elderly street vendor, ARY News reported.The incident took place in the Saddar area, where officers allegedly beat the vendor for refusing to pay a bribe. A video of the incident went viral on social media, prompting swift action from police authorities.DIG South Asad Raza took notice of the incident and immediately suspended the officers involved. He also ordered a formal inquiry into the matter.DIG Raza met with the affected vendor and assured him that justice would be served.He also issued a stern reprimand to SHO Saddar police station and stated that strict departmental and legal action would be taken against the responsible personnel.Read More: Cop suspended for refusing to pay for sherbet bottle in KarachiEarlier, a police officer was suspended for refusing to pay for a sherbet bottle in Karachi, ARY News reported.In yet another case of police high-handedness, a cop forcibly took a beverage bottle (rose sherbet) from a shopkeeper in Sher Shah area of Karachi.The incident took place at a shop within the jurisdiction of Site B police station. The viral video showed a police sub-inspector forcibly taking a rose sherbet bottle without paying.The shopkeeper resisted, stating he was just a salesman, but the cop insisted, even revealing his face by removing his mask, stating, “It doesn’t matter, just inform the shop owner about me.”The Senior Superintendent of Police (SSP) of Madadgar 15, Imran Shaukat, swiftly responded to the Ary News report and suspended Sub-Inspector Javed.

ISLAMABAD: Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif on Thursday thanked Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdogan for showing solidarity and support with Pakistan at this “critical time” following the Indian missile strikes in Pakistan.The prime minister, who received a telephone call from President Erdogan on Wednesday, appreciated the prayers of the Turkish people for the martyrs of Wednesday’s heinous missile strikes carried out by India.In a social media post on X, Prime Minister Shehbaz said that during the discussion, he had briefed President Erdogan on the valiant efforts of Pakistan’s armed forces, who repulsed the enemy with their bravery and professional superiority.“We will protect our sovereignty and territorial integrity at all costs. Pakistan is grateful for Turkish efforts to promote de-escalation and maintain peace in South Asia,” he remarked.The Turkish president had condoled the loss of lives of Pakistani citizens caused by Indian missile strikes and assured that Turkiye was ready to play its role as a committed friend of Pakistan.Reaffirming Turkiye’s solidarity with the people of Pakistan, Erdogan said that Turkiye supported de-escalation of the situation and that the Turkish nation was praying for the success of Pakistan’s diplomatic initiatives. Click here for latest development on Pakistan-India escalation On May 7, the Pakistan armed forces shot down five Indian Air Force (IAF) jets, a combat drone, and destroyed brigade headquarters, including a number of checkposts along Loc, after New Delhi carried out missile strikes in cities of Punjab and AJK, confirmed DG ISPR Lieutenant General Ahmed Sharif Chaudhry confirmed.India launched a “cowardly” missile attack on Pakistani territory, firing missiles from its airspace.In a press briefing, DG ISPR said Kotli, Muzaffarabad, Ahmedpur Sharqia Bagh and Muridke were hit by missiles. The DG ISPR said that the “cowardly” act will not go unpunished.In an interview with CNN, Defence Minister Khawaja Asif stated that Indian media has itself admitted the crash of three aircraft in Indian-occupied Kashmir.“The Indian strikes targeted civilians, including women and children, which is a blatant violation of international law,” he added.Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif in address to the nation following India’s recent act of aggression callied it a “grave mistake” that will not go unpunished.

LAHORE: Punjab Education Minister Rana Sikandar Hayat has announced the closure of all educational institutions across the province until May 11 due to rising tensions between Pakistan and India, ARY News reported.The minister stated that educational institutions will reopen on May 12 and urged strict compliance with the closure directive to prioritize the well-being of students and staff during this period of uncertainty.Panic spread across Lahore Walton Road and surrounding areas as three explosions were heard in quick succession, causing residents to rush out of their homes in fear early Thursday morning.According to Lahore Police, the explosions occurred within moments of each other. The blasts were loud enough to be heard several kilometers away, prompting hundreds to gather on the streets in confusion and alarm. Click here for latest development on Pakistan-India escalation On May 7, the Pakistan armed forces shot down five Indian Air Force (IAF) jets, a combat drone, and destroyed brigade headquarters, including a number of checkposts along Loc, after New Delhi carried out missile strikes in cities of Punjab and AJK, confirmed DG ISPR Lieutenant General Ahmed Sharif Chaudhry confirmed.India launched a “cowardly” missile attack on Pakistani territory, firing missiles from its airspace.In a press briefing, DG ISPR said Kotli, Muzaffarabad, Ahmedpur Sharqia Bagh and Muridke were hit by missiles. The DG ISPR said that the “cowardly” act will not go unpunished.In an interview with CNN, Defence Minister Khawaja Asif stated that Indian media has itself admitted the crash of three aircraft in Indian-occupied Kashmir.“The Indian strikes targeted civilians, including women and children, which is a blatant violation of international law,” he added.Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif in address to the nation following India’s recent act of aggression callied it a “grave mistake” that will not go unpunished.

Pakistan to attack Indian military installations in response to misadventure: Asif Pakistan’s response to India will resonate globally, warns DG ISPR Pakistan shot down 25 Indian Israeli-made drones: DG ISPR PSL 10 schedule update following drone attack in Rawalpindi, Lahore Pakistan armed forces killed 50 Indian soldiers at LoC, says Tarar India will have to pay price for its blunder: PM Shehbaz Pakistan shoots down five Indian fighter jets, following Indian attacks, confirms defence minister UN chief voices concern over Indian aggression, urges restraint Donald Trump calls rising India-Pakistan tensions a 'shame' Qatar offers role to de-escalate Pakistan-India tensions India shuts down Kartarpur corridor  Tensions between India and Pakistan are increasing specially after May 6 missile attacks by India, which claimed lives of 31 innocent civilians and injuries to over 50 people.In a prompt response, Pakistan shot down five Indian jets and nearly 30 drones so far, according to Director General Inter-Services Public Service (ISPR) Lt. General Ahmed Sharif Chaudhry. Pakistan rejects Indian fabricated claims of attacks on IIOJK Security sources have categorically rejected reports in the Indian media alleging Pakistani attacks on Indian Illegally Occupied Jammu and Kashmir (IIOJK), terming them as white lies aimed at misleading the international community. The false narratives are being spread to create the impression that Pakistan has launched an assault on Indian Illegally Occupied Jammu and Kashmir. “These fabricated stories are designed to provide India with a pretext to continue its aggression against Pakistan,” the sources said They added that the reports lack any truth and are entirely baseless.Pakistan will target Indian military installations, says Khawaja Asif Defence Minister Khawaja Asif said that Pakistan will refrain from targeting Indian civilians in any retaliatory actions following its misadventure and would attack solely military installations.Speaking to a UK news agency, Khawaja Asif said that the Pakistan-India conflict has reached a dead end and that there is no room for reducing tensions, terming India’s attack on civilian areas as cowardly.The defence minister also recalled Pakistan Air Force’s swift and decisive response on India’s misadventure, saying that five of their jets were shot down.“The pilots operating Rafale jets lacked expertise. Even the company manufacturing Rafale jets has also suffered a setback due Indian pilots’ lack of expertise,” Khawaja Asif added. DG ISPR asserts Pakistan’s strikes will resonate globally Speaking during a press briefing on Thursday, DG ISPR Lieutenant General Ahmed Sharif Chaudhry said that India has claimed that Pakistan fired 15 projectiles, all of which were neutralized by Indian air defenses. However, the DG ISPR mocked these assertions, pointing out India’s failure to protect its own aircraft.“If India claims it neutralized 15 projectiles, why couldn’t it save its own five jets from being shot down by the Pakistan Air Force?” he asked, referring to downing five Indian aircraft, including three Rafale fighters, one MiG-29, and one SU-30 by Pakistan Air Force.The DG ISPR warned that Pakistan’s response, when it comes on a time and place of its own choice, will be unmistakable.“When Pakistan strikes, the Indian media won’t need to spin stories—the whole world will know,” the DG ISPR vowed. Tarar says Pakistan forces killed 50 Indian soldiers at LoC Minister for Information and Broadcasting Attaullah Tarar stated that Pakistan army has killed at least 50 Indian soldiers along the Line of Control (LoC).In a policy statement in the National Assembly, Atta Tarar said that the cowardly enemy attacked under the cover of darkness.He added that India had boasted about having Rafale jets and threatened to do anything. However, India faced humiliation and embarrassment during its aggression against Pakistan. PSL 10 matches relocated to Karachi amid Pak-India tensions The Pakistan Super League (PSL) 10 season matches have been relocated to Karachi amid escalating tensions between Pakistan and India.According to sources, the Sindh government has assured the PSL management of comprehensive security arrangements to ensure the safe conduct of the matches.Authorities have pledged full preparedness to host the remaining fixtures, with the Sindh government issuing directives to the traffic police to develop a thorough plan to manage logistics. Pakistan shot down 25 Indian Israeli-made drones: DG ISPR Director General Inter-Services Public Relations (ISPR) Lt. General Ahmed Sharif Chaudhry on Thursday confirmed India launched drone attacks on multiple Pakistan cities.Read more: Civilian martyred, 4 soldiers injured in Indian drone attacks on Pakistan: DG ISPRAddressing a press confernece in Rawalpindi, DG ISPR said 25 Indian drones were down by the armed forces, while a man was martyred and other was injured in Sindh.https://youtu.be/npz_tOTOdF4 We are ready for any aggression from Indian side: Khawaja Asif ISLAMABAD: Defence Minister Khawaja Asif confirmed that Pakistani fighter jets shot down five Indian aircraft, including three Rafale jets, during a retaliatory operation in response to India’s recent aggression.In an interview with CNN, Khawaja Asif stated that Indian media has itself admitted the crash of three aircraft in Indian-occupied Kashmir.“The Indian strikes targeted civilians, including women and children, which is a blatant violation of international law,” he added.Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif in address to the nation following India’s recent act of aggression callied it a “grave mistake” that will not go unpunished.India made miscalculation: PM SharifPM Shehbaz Sharif stated that “India made a strategic miscalculation last night, and it will pay the price for its error.” He accused India of underestimating the resolve of the Pakistani people.“They thought we would retreat—but we are a brave nation, ready to defend our homeland till the last drop of blood.”Referring to Pakistan’s robust response to the Indian incursion, PM Sharif stated, “Our reply last night was crushing. It echoed the thunderous legacy of Squadron Leader M.M. Alam. The world saw that India was brought to its knees in just a few hours.” Every drop of innocent blood will be avenged, warns DG ISPR Director General of Inter-Services Public Relations (DG ISPR), Lieutenant General Ahmed Sharif Chaudhry, has strongly warned India that every drop of innocent blood will be accounted for, sending a firm message that Pakistan will not tolerate any act of aggression.Director General of Inter-Services Public Relations (DG ISPR) has strongly condemned India’s latest aggression, labelling it a “cowardly and disgraceful” attack on innocent civilians.According to DG ISPR, the Indian Army violated the ceasefire agreement along the Line of Control (LoC) during the night of the 6th and 7th, resulting in the martyrdom of 31 civilians and injuries to at least 57 others.https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=OA5ezduKmnEThe Pakistan armed forces shot down five Indian Air Force (IAF) jets, a combat drone, and destroyed brigade headquarters, including a number of checkposts along Loc, after New Delhi carried out missile strikes in cities of Punjab and AJK, confirmed DG ISPR Lieutenant General Ahmed Sharif Chaudhry confirmed on Wednesday.India launched a "cowardly" missile attack on Pakistani territory, firing missiles from its airspace.In a press briefing, DG ISPR said Kotli, Muzaffarabad, Ahmedpur Sharqia Bagh and Muridke were hit by missiles. The DG ISPR said that the "cowardly" act will not go unpunished.Lieutenant General Ahmed Sharif Chaudhry said that the Pakistani Air Force was quick to respond, activating its defense systems and preventing any Indian aircraft from penetrating Pakistani airspace. PM Shehbaz says India will have to pay price for its blunder Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif delivered a strong address to the nation following India’s recent act of aggression, calling it a “grave mistake” that will not go unpunished.PM Shehbaz Sharif stated that “India made a strategic miscalculation last night, and it will pay the price for its error.” He accused India of underestimating the resolve of the Pakistani people.“They thought we would retreat—but we are a brave nation, ready to defend our homeland till the last drop of blood.Prime Minister (PM) Shehbaz Sharif in his address to parliament over Indian attack on Pakistan after New Delhi carried out missile strikes in cities of Punjab and AJK.Addressing the parliament session, PM Shehbaz said that India launched cowardly attack on Pakistan late night where eighty fighter jets carried out attack on six locations in AJK, Bahawalpur, Shakargarh, Sialkot and other areas however Pakistan successfully thwarted the attack and shoot down five jets including the sophisticated Rafale.He lauded the Pakistan Air Force and PAF chief for the robust response to Indian attack on Pakistan soil, saying that the Pakistan armed forces had intelligence about India’s coward plans. India’s Rafale pride crushed by PAF’s response: Ishaq Dar Deputy Prime Minister Ishaq Dar, stated that India used the Pahalgam incident as a false pretext to launch an unprovoked attack on Pakistan last night, praised the Pakistan Air Force’s (PAF) measured response, and warned that any further aggression would be met with a strong and decisive retaliation.While addressing the National Assembly, he said that despite prior plans to update the House, the situation dramatically changed after India’s cowardly strike late last night.Ishaq Dar stressed that Pakistan had condemned the Pahalgam incident from the outset and had even offered to assist in investigations, a move that was widely appreciated by several countries.https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Qt_fMS4TO64“We briefed over 40 foreign ambassadors and diplomats at the Foreign Office and made it clear: Pakistan will not be the one to initiate aggression,” he said.In a fiery statement, the Deputy Prime Minister made it clear that any further provocation would be met with a stronger response. French official confirms Pakistan downed India’s Rafale A senior French intelligence official told CNN that Pakistan shot down one Indian Air Force-operated Rafale jet, marking the first combat loss of the French-made warplane.Pakistan have shot down five Indian jets, including three Rafales, in response to Indian misadventure, but Indian officials are not accepting their humiliation.In a statement to CNN, French authorities said they are investigating whether more Rafale jets were shot down.“French authorities were looking into whether more than one Rafale jets were shot down by Pakistan overnight,” French official told CNN. Erdogan supports Pakistan’s calm, restrained policy amid tensions with India Turkiye President Recep Tayyip Erdogan called Prime Minister (PM) Shehbaz Sharif and supported the calm and restrained policy pursued by Pakistan after India’s misadventure that led to the martyrdom of at least 31 innocent citizens“The call addressed the tension between India and Pakistan, the attack that took place on the night of May 6, and recent developments. President Erdoğan offered his condolences for the Pakistanis martyred in the attack and wished a speedy recovery to the wounded,” Turkiye Communications Directorate said in a statement.President Erdogan said that Pakistan’s demand for an unbiased, open, and reliable international probe into the Jammu and Kashmir terror incident is acceptable and that Türkiye supports the calm and restrained approach that Pakistan is taking in this process.President Erdogan said that diplomatic contacts would continue on the matter and that Turkey is prepared to do all in its power to keep the situation from rising. Pakistan’s response is coming, Bilawal warns India Pakistan People’s Party (PPP) Chairman Bilawal Bhutto Zardari said that Pakistan reserves the right to respond to Indian misadventure on a time and place of its choosing.Addressing the National Assembly, Bilawal said that condemned India’s actions, describing the same as cowardly and barbaric.“Cowards launch attacks under the cover of darkness and India will have to wait for Pakistan’s response now. If India had the courage, it would have launched the attack during the day,” the PPP chairman added.Bilawal also strongly criticised India’s attack on innocent civilians, including children by labeling them as terrorists. “This is not 2001 or 2003 when anyone could label innocent citizens as terrorists and the world would accept it,” he added.The PPP chairman said that Pakistan had to endure baseless allegations for two weeks, but the truth is on Pakistan’s side, while India is standing with lies, in accordance with UN resolutions. PTI calls India’s attack a grave mistake Barrister Gohar, Chairman of Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf (PTI), addressed the National Assembly after India launched an attack on Pakistan, using the Pahalgam incident as an excuse.Barrister Gohar assured the assembly that the entire nation is united in defending Pakistan and that the country will always respond decisively to any Indian aggression.“Pakistan will always give a strong response to India’s provocations,” said Barrister Gohar. He also stated that time would prove that India’s attack was a grave mistake.PTI chairman emphasised that if India repeats such foolishness, it will face a harsh response. “The Pakistani nation has borne countless martyrdoms,” Gohar added, underscoring the sacrifices made by the people of Pakistan.Commenting on the Pahalgam incident, Gohar expressed Pakistan’s sorrow and condemned the attack, stating, “Pakistan has expressed its regret over the Pahalgam incident.” China, Russia show concern over Indian strikes China and Russia on Wednesday expressed deep concern over the escalation of conflict between India and Pakistan.“We are deeply concerned over the escalation of military confrontation between India and Pakistan following the terrorist attack near Pahalgam,” the Russian Foreign Ministry said in a statement.https://youtu.be/9xj5KGP0ST0Meanwhile, China, which shares land borders with both countries and is a close ally of Pakistan, said it expressed “regret over India’s military action this morning” and said it was “concerned about the current developments”.“India and Pakistan are neighbours that cannot be moved apart, and they are also China’s neighbours,” a foreign ministry spokesperson said in a statement.Prime Minister (PM) Shehbaz Sharif received a telephone call from Mohammed bin Abdulrahman bin Jassim bin Jaber Al Thani, Prime Minister and Minister of Foreign Affairs of the State of Qatar, and discussed the prevailing situation in the region.During the conversation, the prime minister of Qatar said that his country wanted to play its role in de-escalating the current situation in the region. Forces get NSC's nod for response to Indian aggression The National Security Committee (NSC) on Wednesday granted Pakistan armed forces the right to respond to Indian aggression that claimed 26 innocent lives of civilians and injuries to 46 others.https://youtu.be/JrY7wGjgqXgThe NSC meeting chaired by Prime Minister Shehbaz Shairf issued a strongly worded statement condemning the attacks and empowering the armed forces with full authority to respond decisively.The NSC reserved Pakistan’s right to respond at a time and place of its choosing, reaffirming the country’s commitment to defend its sovereignty and territorial integrity. Pakistan shoots down five Indian jets In a swift and decisive response to India’s "cowardly" missile attack, Pakistan’s military shot down five Indian aircraft and destroyed an Indian brigade headquarter.Pakistan’s armed forces are giving a befitting response to India’s misadventurePakistan’s Defence Minister Khawaja Asif told Bloomberg TV that Pakistan’s military shot down five Indian jets and multiple drones in response to India’s airstrikes along the Line of Control. Information Minister Attaullah Tarar also confirmed this, stating that the jets were downed in various locations. The military told Reuters the downed jets included Rafale, Su-30, and MiG-29 planes, saying they targeted Indian aircraft after they attacked Pakistan.https://www.youtube.com/live/4uUZJENcPSo?si=zZt62xoBE3BE-wiX"India's misadventure will be met with a befitting response," the DG ISPR said. DG ISPR confirms martyrdom of 26 Pakistanis Director General Inter-Services Public Relations (DG ISPR) Lieutenant General Ahmed Sharif confirmed martyrdom of twenty six Pakistanis and injuries to 46 others in Indian strikes.https://youtu.be/rCyNRj-6kJIIn a late-night press conference, Director General of the Inter-Services Public Relations (ISPR), Lt. General Ahmed Sharif, confirmed that eight Pakistani civilians were martyred and 35 others injured following 24 Indian strikes across six different locations in Pakistan. UN chief concerned over Indo-Pak escalation  United Nations (UN) Secretary-General António Guterres expressed serious concern over rising Indian aggression against Pakistan, urging both Islamabad and New Dehli to exercise maximum restraint amid escalating regional tensions.In a message, the UN chief stated that the world cannot afford a military conflict between two nuclear-armed neighbors, emphasizing the need for de-escalation and diplomacy. Trump calls rising India-Pakistan tensions a 'shame' US President Donald Trump termed rising India-Pakistan tensions a 'shame', after India launched missile attacks on Pakistan following Pahalgam incident.Pakistan said it was mounting a response to India's military actions that occurred early on Wednesday Asia time and late Tuesday U.S. time."It's a shame, we just heard about it," Trump told reporters, opens new tab at the White House. "I guess people knew something was going to happen based on a little bit of the past. They've been fighting for a long time." Punjab on high alert In response to India’s missile attacks on Pakistan, the Punjab Home Department convened an emergency meeting chaired by Home Secretary Noorul Amin Mengal to review provincial security preparedness in light of the federal government's newly issued “War Book” directives.Read more: Punjab on high alert following Indian attacksKey decisions were made to mobilize security forces across Punjab for the protection of critical infrastructure.An emergency has been declared in all hospitals, and law enforcement agencies and medical staff have been instructed to remain on duty. Pakistan informs UNSC about Indian strikes, asserts right to respond Pakistan has informed the United Nations Security Council (UNSC) about Indian strikes, asserting its right to respond to the aggression.https://youtu.be/L1FsyTtuEXAPakistan’s Ambassador to the United Nations, Asim Iftikhar Ahmad, contacted top UN leaders and informed them of India’s multiple missile attacks across parts of Pakistan and Azad Kashmir in “gross violation” of the country’s sovereignty and international law. India admits defeat by raising white flag at Line of Control: Tarar Minister for Information and Broadcasting Attaullah Tarar on Wednesday stated that India had effectively admitted defeat by raising the white flag at the Line of Control.https://youtu.be/6GWrYBjf8sUSpeaking to the media at the Pak-China Friendship Centre in Islamabad, Tarar praised Pakistan Air Force (PAF) for its swift and powerful response following Indian missile strikes that targeted civilian areas in Punjab and Azad Jammu and Kashmir.Read more: India admits defeat by raising white flag at Line of Control: TararHe told reporters that the PAF had shot down five Indian fighter jets and a drone. Pakistan calls India’s ‘blatant aggression’ a violation of UN charter, int’l law Pakistan on late Tuesday strongly condemned India’s “cowardly action” of missile strikes, terming it a flagrant violation of the UN Charter, international law, and established norms of inter-state relations.“Pakistan reserves the right to respond appropriately at a time and place of its choosing, in accordance with the Article-51 of the UN Charter, and as enshrined in international law,” the Foreign Office said in a statement issued here. Islamabad schools closed Following the growing tensions between Pakistan and India, the Islamabad district administration has announced the closure of all educational institutions in the federal capital for one day, ARY News reported quoting ICT administration.According to a notification issued here on Wednesday, in response to rising tensions along the Pakistan-India border, the Islamabad district administration has decided to shut down all educational institutions in the Federal Capital. India shuts down Kartarpur corridor The Ministry of Home Affairs’ Bureau of Immigration announced the closure of the corridor at Dera Baba Nanak in Punjab’s Gurdaspur district “until further orders.”Around 150 pilgrims who arrived on Wednesday morning at the integrated check-post were asked to return home after waiting for 90 minutes. PM Shehbaz vows ‘befitting response’ to India after missile strikes on Pakistan Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif said Pakistan had every right to give a “befitting response” to India after it conducted missile strikes against Pakistan.At least 26 Pakistani civilians were martyred and 46 sustained injuries after Indian forces fired missiles at six different locations during the night between May 6 and 7.“The enemy has carried out a cowardly attack at five locations in Pakistan and we are ready to give a befitting response to this act of war imposed on us,” he said in a statement issued by the PM Office.Pahalgam attack and aftermathThe Pahalgam attack, which occurred on April 22, 2025, resulted in the deaths of 26 people, mostly tourists, and sparked a significant escalation in tensions between India and Pakistan.Following the attack, Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi blamed Pakistan without evidence and "vowed retribution", stating that India would identify and punish every terrorist and those behind them.In response to the attack, India took several retaliatory measures against Pakistan, including barring Pakistani ships from docking at its ports, imposing a complete ban on all goods imported directly or indirectly from Pakistan, and suspending postal services from the country.Read more: Pakistan asks UNSC to play its role for de-escalating tensions in South AsiaBoth Pakistan and India also closed their airspace for each other. Furthermore, India also announced to suspend the Indus Waters Treaty of 1960, which governs the sharing of the Indus River system between the two countries, and downgraded diplomatic ties with Pakistan by declaring defense advisors in the Pakistani High Commission in New Delhi "persona non grata" and reducing the strength of the High Commissions.Pakistan retaliated by suspending all trade with India and warned India that any violation of IWT or any military misadventure will result in a tit for tat response.The tensions between the two countries continued to rise, with both sides trading barbs. Pakistan's government briefed political parties on the prevailing national security environment, while India's Defence Minister Rajnath Singh warned of a strong response to any threat against India.The incident also sparked reactions from other countries, with Iran's Foreign Minister offering to help defuse tensions between India and Pakistan. The situation remains volatile, with ongoing repercussions for diplomatic relations and trade between the two nations.

Azerbaijan on Thursday voiced concern over escalating tensions between India and Pakistan, condemning New Delhi's recent military strikes on Pakistani territory.“We condemn military attacks against the Islamic Republic of Pakistan that killed and injured several civilians,” the Foreign Ministry said in a statement.Expressing solidarity with Pakistan, the ministry conveyed condolences to the families of the victims and wished a speedy recovery to those injured.“We call on all parties to exercise restraint and to resolve the conflict through diplomatic means,” it added. Click here for latest development on Pakistan-India escalation On May 7, the Pakistan armed forces shot down five Indian Air Force (IAF) jets, a combat drone, and destroyed brigade headquarters, including a number of checkposts along Loc, after New Delhi carried out missile strikes in cities of Punjab and AJK, confirmed DG ISPR Lieutenant General Ahmed Sharif Chaudhry confirmed.India launched a “cowardly” missile attack on Pakistani territory, firing missiles from its airspace.In a press briefing, DG ISPR said Kotli, Muzaffarabad, Ahmedpur Sharqia Bagh and Muridke were hit by missiles. The DG ISPR said that the “cowardly” act will not go unpunished.In an interview with CNN, Defence Minister Khawaja Asif stated that Indian media has itself admitted the crash of three aircraft in Indian-occupied Kashmir.“The Indian strikes targeted civilians, including women and children, which is a blatant violation of international law,” he added.Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif in address to the nation following India’s recent act of aggression callied it a “grave mistake” that will not go unpunished.

ISLAMABAD: Federal Minister for Information and Broadcasting Attaullah Tarar stated on Thursday that Pakistan army has killed at least 50 Indian soldiers along the Line of Control (LoC), ARY News reported.In a policy statement in the National Assembly, Atta Tarar said that the cowardly enemy attacked under the cover of darkness.He added that India had boasted about having Rafale jets and threatened to do anything. However, India faced humiliation and embarrassment during its aggression against Pakistan.He emphasized that Pakistan's armed forces gave a strong and fitting reply, shooting down five Indian fighter jets and destroying a brigade headquarters. Tarar stated that not only did India’s aircraft fall, but the country’s entire pride also crumbled.Information Minister further noted that Pakistani forces had killed between 40 to 50 Indian soldiers along the LoC and that India was still retrieving the bodies of its killed soldiers.“We also shot down 25 Israeli-made drones deployed by India to attack Pakistan using our air defence system. India’s attempt to harm Pakistan has backfired, and it is now facing humiliation,” said Atta Tarar.The Information Minister vowed that India will soon receive an effective response. “Last time we offered you tea in Pakistan, this time we will deliver tea to your doorsteps,” he said.While rejecting India’s baseless propaganda against Pakistan, Atta Tarar added that India’s own drone had fallen on a Gurdwara in India. He further stated that the Modi government has maliciously targeted Sikhs while spreading propaganda against Pakistan.Read More: Armed forces neutralize 25 Israel made Indian dronesMeanwhile, Pakistan’s military on Thursday said that 25 Indian drones were neutralized at multiple locations across the country, adding that one civilian was martyred and one injured.The ISPR said that it has shot down 25 Israel made Harop drones.Four Pakistani troops were wounded in Indian drone attacks across the country, DG ISPR said in a press briefing on Thursday.“Last night, India showed another act of aggression by sending drones to multiple locations,” Pakistan’s military spokesman Ahmed Sharif Chaudhry said.India’s drones attacked Lahore, Gujranwala, Rawalpindi, Attock, Bahawalpur and Karachi.

ISLAMABAD: Amid rising tensions between Pakistan and India, the national security advisors of both countries have established contact, Deputy Prime Minister and Foreign Minister Ishaq Dar confirmed.In an interview with Turkish media, Dar revealed that the advisors are in touch to address the volatile situation.He stated that, despite both nations possessing nuclear capabilities, India’s recent military aggression is “unforgivable.”Dar asserted that India’s actions justify Pakistan’s right to respond appropriately, emphasizing Islamabad’s resolve to protect its sovereignty while navigating the heightened regional crisis.On May 7, the Pakistan armed forces shot down five Indian Air Force (IAF) jets, a combat drone, and destroyed brigade headquarters, including a number of checkposts along Loc, after New Delhi carried out missile strikes in cities of Punjab and AJK, confirmed DG ISPR Lieutenant General Ahmed Sharif Chaudhry confirmed. Click here for latest development on Pakistan - India escalation India launched a “cowardly” missile attack on Pakistani territory, firing missiles from its airspace.In a press briefing, DG ISPR said Kotli, Muzaffarabad, Ahmedpur Sharqia Bagh and Muridke were hit by missiles. The DG ISPR said that the “cowardly” act will not go unpunished.In an interview with CNN, Defence Minister Khawaja Asif stated that Indian media has itself admitted the crash of three aircraft in Indian-occupied Kashmir.“The Indian strikes targeted civilians, including women and children, which is a blatant violation of international law,” he added.Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif in address to the nation following India’s recent act of aggression callied it a “grave mistake” that will not go unpunished.

ZAFARWAL: Local citizens in Punjab's Zafarwal on Thursday captured Indian drone, ARY News reported on Thursday, quoting police.According to police officials, local residents in the border village of Bhooliyan successfully captured an Indian surveillance drone that entered Pakistani airspace.The drone, reportedly belonging to India’s R-6 Battalion, was intended for espionage and was recovered intact, police confirmed.Authorities have taken the drone into custody for further investigation, and security agencies are analyzing its data and flight path to assess the extent of its mission.Earlier, DG ISPR, Lt. General Ahmed Sharif Chaudhry confirmed that India has launched drone attacks in several major cities of Pakistan including Lahore, Gujranwala, Rawalpindi, Attock, Bahawalpur and Karachi. Click here for latest development on Pakistan-India escalation In a press briefing on Thursday, Director General Inter-Services Public Relations (ISPR) Lt Gen Ahmed Sharif Chaudhry said that one civilian embraced martyrdom, while four soldiers injured in Indian drone attacks on Pakistan soil.He said that India attempted aggression on the night of May 7-8, targeting civilian areas and mosques in a serious violation of Pakistan’s airspace.He said Pakistan armed forces shot down at least 25 drones. Lt. General Ahmed Sharif Chaudhry said India is using Israel-made drone to target Pakistani cities.

KARACHI: Pakistan Stock Exchange (PSX) plunged over 8,000 points as tensions between two nuclear-armed neighbours Pakistan and India are rising.As per details, the trading at the PSX was halted as the KSE-100 Index witnessed bloodbath as India launched drone attacks on Pakistan cities.Trading resumed at the Pakistan Stock Exchange (PSX) today after a temporary halt, but the market opened to a massive sell-off, with the KSE-100 Index plummeting over 8,000 points.The index fell below the critical 102,000 mark, reflecting investor panic amid ongoing regional tensions and security concerns.The sharp drop is among the steepest single-day losses in recent years, highlighting the fragile sentiment in financial markets.Traders are closely watching developments on the geopolitical front, as uncertainty continues to impact investor confidence. Click here for latest development on Pakistan-India escalation Earlier, DG ISPR, Lt. General Ahmed Sharif Chaudhry confirmed that India has launched drone attacks in several major cities of Pakistan including Lahore, Gujranwala, Rawalpindi, Attock, Bahawalpur and Karachi.In a press briefing on Thursday, Director General Inter-Services Public Relations (ISPR) Lt Gen Ahmed Sharif Chaudhry said that one civilian embraced martyrdom, while four soldiers injured in Indian drone attacks on Pakistan soil.He said that India attempted aggression on the night of May 7-8, targeting civilian areas and mosques in a serious violation of Pakistan’s airspace.

ISLAMABAD: Pakistan's military on Thursday said that 25 Indian drones were neutralized at multiple locations across the country, adding that one civilian was martyred and one injured.The ISPR said that it has shot down 25 Israel made Harop drones.Four Pakistani troops were wounded in Indian drone attacks across the country, DG ISPR said in a press briefing on Thursday."Last night, India showed another act of aggression by sending drones to multiple locations," Pakistan's military spokesman Ahmed Sharif Chaudhry said.India's drones attacked Lahore, Gujranwala, Rawalpindi, Attock, Bahawalpur and Karachi."A civilian man was martyred and another injured in Sindh's Miano area"."Four Pakistan Army troops were injured and military installations sustained minor damage."Chaudhry said that the "operation continues, and the army is neutralizing them as we speak".Crowds gathered at dawn in locations across Punjab and Sindh to gaze at the debris of the drones strewn across the ground.It comes a day after the worst violence between Pakistan and India in two decades.The Civil Aviation Authority said airports in the country's three major cities -- Islamabad, Karachi and Lahore -- were closed until 6:00 pm.

LAHORE: Pakistan security forces have shot down three more Indian drones at Lahore's Walton, Burki Road, ARY News reported on Thursday, citing sources.Earlier, panic gripped parts of Lahore as sounds of gunfire and explosions were reported in the vicinity of Walton and Burki Road.Pakistan security forces shot down multiple drones fired by India.Earlier, DG ISPR, Lt. General Ahmed Sharif Chaudhry confirmed that India has launched drone attacks in several major cities of Pakistan including Lahore, Gujranwala, Rawalpindi, Attock, Bahawalpur and Karachi.In a press briefing on Thursday, Director General Inter-Services Public Relations (ISPR) Lt Gen Ahmed Sharif Chaudhry said that one civilian embraced martyrdom, while four soldiers injured in Indian drone attacks on Pakistan soil. Click here for latest development on Pakistan-India escalation He said that India attempted aggression on the night of May 7-8, targeting civilian areas and mosques in a serious violation of Pakistan’s airspace.DG ISPR stated that Pakistan’s armed forces, fully alert, successfully shot down 12 Indian drones at various locations, inflicting heavy losses on the enemy along the Line of Control. The debris of the downed drones is being collected, he added.The civilian casualty occurred in Miano, Sindh, due to a drone crash, while the injured soldiers were targeted near Lahore.