China has urged India and Pakistan to exercise maximum restraint amid escalating tensions following India’s missile strikes on nine terror targets in Pakistan and Pakistan-occupied Kashmir. The strikes were in retaliation for a deadly terrorist attack in Pahalgam. In a statement on Wednesday, China’s Foreign Ministry expressed concern over the situation, emphasizing that India and Pakistan are not only neighbors to each other but also to China. “China opposes all forms of terrorism,” the ministry stated, subtly referencing the Pahalgam incident. Urging calm, China called on both nations to prioritize peace and stability and avoid actions that could further complicate regional dynamics.

On May 7, 2025, India carried out “Operation Abhyaas,” its largest civil defence mock drill since 1971, involving 244 districts across the country. The nationwide exercise was organized in response to rising tensions following India’s Operation Sindoor strikes and the April 22 Pahalgam terror attack. Activities included air raid sirens, blackout simulations, evacuation drills, and safety training. Cities like Delhi, Patna, Bareilly, and Hyderabad participated, with thousands of volunteers, civil defence teams, and students involved. The drill was aimed at enhancing public preparedness and coordination in case of emergency amid escalating India-Pakistan tensions. (PC: Times of India)  

On May 7, 2025, India carried out precision strikes under “Operation Sindoor,” targeting nine terror camps in Pakistan and Pakistan-occupied Kashmir in retaliation for the April 22 Pahalgam attack. The Indian government emphasized that the operation was calibrated, avoiding Pakistani military targets to prevent wider conflict. India conveyed a clear message to Pakistan: “Do not escalate.” Despite India’s measured approach, Pakistan condemned the action as an act of war and vowed to respond. The situation has raised concerns internationally, with calls for both nuclear-armed nations to show restraint and avoid further escalation. (PC: AP)  

On May 7, 2025, India launched airstrikes on nine sites in Pakistan and Pakistan-administered Kashmir, including Muzaffarabad and Kotli, in retaliation for the April 22 Pahalgam attack that killed 26 Hindu tourists. Pakistan reported eight deaths and condemned the strikes as a "blatant act of war," vowing retaliation. India's Operation Sindoor targeted terrorist infrastructure linked to groups like Jaish-e-Mohammed and Lashkar-e-Taiba. International leaders urged restraint: U.S. President Donald Trump called the situation "a shame," Secretary of State Marco Rubio emphasized peaceful engagement, UN Secretary-General António Guterres called for maximum military restraint, and Japan's Chief Cabinet Secretary Yoshimasa Hayashi expressed deep concern over potential escalation, urging dialogue for South Asia's peace and stability.

On May 7, 2025, India intensified its military response under "Operation Sindoor" by retaliating to Pakistani artillery shelling along the Line of Control (LoC). This action followed India’s earlier precision strikes on nine terrorist camps in Pakistan and Pakistan-occupied Kashmir, targeting groups like Jaish-e-Mohammed and Lashkar-e-Taiba in response to the April 22 Pahalgam attack that killed 26 civilians. Sources indicate that the Indian retaliation led to casualties within the Pakistan Army. The situation has heightened tensions between the two nuclear-armed nations, with the United Nations urging both sides to exercise restraint. (PC: India TV News)

India launched "Operation Sindoor" on May 7, 2025, targeting nine sites in Pakistan and Pakistan-administered Kashmir. This action was in retaliation for the April 22 Pahalgam attack, where 28 civilians, mostly Hindu tourists, were killed by terrorists. India attributed the attack to Pakistan-based groups, including Lashkar-e-Taiba and The Resistance Front. Pakistan reported eight civilian deaths and claimed to have shot down five Indian jets, later identified as fake news by the Government of India. The Pahalgam Massacre escalated geo political tensions, leading to airspace closures, flight cancellations, and international calls for restraint. India also suspended the Indus Waters Treaty and expelled Pakistani diplomats. This marks the most significant military escalation between the nuclear-armed neighbors since 2019.

India’s precision airstrikes under "Operation Sindoor" have caused major disruptions in northern India’s airspace, impacting commercial aviation services. Air India canceled all flights to and from Jammu, Srinagar, Leh, and other key cities until noon on May 7, 2025. IndiGo and SpiceJet issued advisories about expected delays and cancellations. The Srinagar airfield was shut by the Airports Authority of India, while Qatar Airways suspended flights to Pakistan. These measures were implemented following India’s strikes on nine terrorist camps in Pakistan and Pakistan-occupied Kashmir, amid heightened military alert and escalating regional tensions. (PC: The Economic Times)  

On May 7, 2025, India launched "Operation Sindoor," targeting nine sites in Pakistan and Pakistan-administered Kashmir, including Muzaffarabad, Kotli, and Bahawalpur. The strikes aimed at terrorist infrastructure linked to the April 22 Pahalgam attack, which killed 26 Indian civilians. India described the operation as "measured" and "non-escalatory." Pakistan reported at least nine civilian deaths, including children, and 38 injuries, accusing India of targeting mosques and residential areas. In retaliation, Pakistan claimed to have shot down five Indian jets and destroyed a brigade headquarters. Both of these claims were identified as fake later by PIB Fact Check on their X Handle. Cross-border shelling intensified, leading to additional civilian casualties. “Three innocent civilians lost their lives in indiscriminate firing/shelling. The Indian Army is responding in a proportionate manner,” the Indian Army said in a statement. Heavy artillery exchange is still ongoing along the LoC, according to the sources. International leaders, including UN Secretary-General António Guterres and U.S. President Donald Trump, urged restraint to prevent further escalation between the nuclear-armed nations.

On May 6, 2025, India launched "Operation Sindoor," a precise military response targeting nine terrorist camps operated by Jaish-e-Mohammed and Lashkar-e-Taiba in Pakistan and Pakistan-occupied Kashmir. The operation was carried out in retaliation for the April 22 Pahalgam terror attack, which killed 26 civilians. The name “Sindoor” was chosen to symbolize both national mourning and the resolve to protect innocent lives. Emphasizing restraint, India avoided Pakistani military targets, framing the operation as non-escalatory. Pakistan reported civilian casualties and condemned the strikes, while the global community urged de-escalation. (PC: AI Generated)

On May 7, 2025, India launched "Operation Sindoor," conducting airstrikes on nine sites in Pakistan and Pakistan-administered Kashmir, targeting alleged terrorist infrastructures linked to the April 22 Pahalgam attack that killed 26 Indian tourists. Pakistan reported at least eight civilian deaths and 35 injuries, condemning the strikes as an "act of war" and claiming to have shot down multiple Indian jets. In response, Pakistan closed its airspace and vowed retaliation. The United States stated it is "monitoring the situation closely," while UN Secretary-General António Guterres urged both nations to exercise maximum restraint to prevent further escalation between the nuclear-armed neighbors. (PC: The Guardian & NDTV)