India has reiterated that any further provocation will invite calibrated, but overwhelming, retaliation.

India vs Pakistan Latest news today: In a sweeping and coordinated response to the barbaric Pahalgam terror attack, India’s armed forces have unveiled new details of Operation Sindoor, which has emerged as a landmark military offensive against Pakistan-based terror infrastructure. The operation, conceptualized to deliver a decisive blow to terror planners and their safe havens, has resulted in the killing of over 100 terrorists, including high-profile masterminds of past attacks.

Speaking at a high-level press briefing, Director General of Military Operations (DGMO) Lieutenant General Rajiv Ghai said, "When you combine the horrific scenes of Pahalgam with other recent strikes against our forces and civilians, we knew the time had come to make a compelling statement. Operation Sindoor was our answer — aimed at punishing perpetrators and destroying their sanctuaries."

Precision Strikes, Confirmed Kills

According to Lt Gen Ghai, nine verified terror hubs were hit with meticulous planning and precise execution, including camps in Pakistan-occupied Jammu & Kashmir (PoJK) and Punjab Province in Pakistan, such as Muridke, long known as a Lashkar-e-Taiba stronghold and the birthplace of terrorists like Ajmal Kasab and David Headley.

“We identified key camps through intelligence inputs. Some sites were preemptively vacated, but we confirmed terrorist presence at nine camps before launching. Our strikes avoided civilian harm and focused solely on eliminating terror targets,” Ghai said.

High-value militants Yusuf Azhar, Abdul Malik Rauf, and Mudasir Ahmed, involved in the IC814 hijacking and the Pulwama attack, were confirmed killed.

India’s Multi-Domain Response

The operation saw unprecedented coordination across land, air, and sea. Air Marshal AK Bharti revealed that Indian Air Force (IAF) jets delivered precision strikes at terror camps and military installations, with visual confirmation of direct hits at Muridke, Bahawalpur, and Muzaffarabad.

“We struck where it hurts most — including airbases like Chaklala, Rafiq, Rahim Yar Khan, Sargodha, and Bhulari. Our message was simple: Aggression will not be tolerated,” said Air Marshal Bharti.

The Indian Navy also provided precision-guided munitions, while Army units moved into strategic locations along the western front.

Pakistan's Rattled Response

On the night of 8–9 May, Pakistan launched a wave of drone and aerial incursions along the LoC and into Indian airspace, attempting to hit military installations and logistics bases.

“From Srinagar to Naliya, our cities faced mass raids. But our air defences, from modern missile systems to legacy Pechora and SAMAR platforms, thwarted every wave. No damage was reported,” said Air Marshal Bharti.

Pakistan also violated the Line of Control, targeting civilian areas, including religious sites such as Gurudwaras, resulting in civilian casualties. In return, Indian forces engaged in fierce artillery duels, inflicting heavy losses, 35 to 40 Pakistani personnel were confirmed killed between May 7 and 10.

Integrated Defence and Future Readiness

Lt Gen Ghai emphasized the effectiveness of an integrated air defence and electronic warfare grid, which played a pivotal role in neutralizing Pakistani drones and preventing deeper penetrations.

“We witnessed coordinated efforts to target airfields and logistical hubs. But every attempt failed. We deployed across land, sea, and air, and the synergy between Army and Air Force was exemplary,” he said.

India has reiterated that any further provocation will invite calibrated, but overwhelming, retaliation.

Clear Strategic Intent

The operation, as described by top officials, had three primary goals:

Military: Eliminate terrorists and dismantle their operational infrastructure.

Political: Signal the conditionality of bilateral treaties like the Indus Water Treaty.

Psychological: Reinforce India's zero-tolerance doctrine on terrorism.

In a powerful message to Pakistan and the world, Lt Gen Ghai concluded: “This is not about revenge; it’s about accountability. The days of restraint without consequence are over. Operation Sindoor is not a one-off; it’s a shift in doctrine. If provoked, we will act decisively and unapologetically.”