India-Pakistan ceasefire violated hours after coming into force: As it happened

Operation Sindoor shows that India will not hesitate to take action against terrorism, even beyond its borders, Defense Minister Rajnath Singh has said.

“Through the surgical strikes after the Uri incident, air strikes after Pulwama attack and now multiple strikes after Pahalgam attack, the world has witnessed what India can do if terror attacks are carried out on its soil. Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi has reaffirmed India’s zero-tolerance policy towards terrorism, making it clear that the country will take strong action against terror threats on both sides of its border,” he stated at the inauguration of the BrahMos Integration and Testing Facility Center in Uttar Pradesh.

Singh has said the operation aims to dismantle terrorist infrastructure in Pakistan and the part of Kashmir that New Delhi refers to as “Pakistan occupied Kahsmir,” while avoiding harm to innocent civilians. In contrast, Pakistan deliberately targeted civilian areas in India, including attempts to attack temples, gurudwaras, and churches, the defense minister claims

Islamabad has “welcomed” the “constructive” role US President Donald Trump's administration played in reaching ceasefire between India and Pakistan, which it called as “a step towards de-escalation and regional stability.”

“We also appreciate President Trump’s expressed willingness to support efforts aimed at the resolution of the Jammu and Kashmir dispute — a longstanding issue that has serious implications for peace and security in South Asia and beyond,” the Pakistani Ministry of Foreign Affairs said in a statement.

“Pakistan remains committed to engaging with the United States and the international community in efforts to promote peace, security, and prosperity in the region,” the ministry said, adding that Islamabad looks to deepen its partnership with Washington.

The Indian Air Force has called on social media users and the media to refrain from speculation and dissemination of unverified information.

In a post on X, it said it had “successfully executed its assigned tasks in Operation Sindoor, with precision and professionalism,” adding that the operations were “conducted in a deliberate and discreet manner,” and that they are ongoing.

Pakistan has reopened its airspace for all types of flights, following a ceasefire agreement with India, according to Dawn News.

Flight operations have, however, not been fully normalized, as it will take time for passenger aircraft and other equipment to be shifted back to airports from safe locations, the report added.

Former Indian Foreign Secretary Kanwal Sibal has questioned whether the US, which claims to have mediated a ceasefire between India and Pakistan, could be trusted.

“US claiming mediation has detracted from India’s long held position against mediation,” Sibal wrote in a post on X. “US is equating India and Pakistan. This has implications.” 

Responding to a CNN report which cited a Pakistani source as saying that India sought a ceasefire after relentless attacks from Pakistan, Sibal added, “At the international level the issue of Pak involvement in terror has been papered over and the burden has been put on both countries to exercise restraint and find a diplomatic solution.”

US President Donald Trump has said he is very proud of the “strong and unwaveringly powerful leadership of India and Pakistan” for agreeing to a ceasefire.

In a post on Truth Social, Trump said he would “substantially” increase trade with both countries.

“Additionally, I will work with you both to see if, after a ‘thousand years,’ a solution can be arrived at concerning Kashmir,” Trump added. “God Bless the leadership of India and Pakistan on a job well done!!!”

Amid continued military tensions between India and Pakistan, local authorities in Punjab’s Amritsar district have maintained a state of red alert and advised residents to stay indoors as a precautionary measure.

“By way of abundant caution, please remain indoors with lights off and move away from windows. Please do not move out on the road, balcony or terrace. Don’t panic. We will let you know when we can resume normal activities,” the Amritsar District Commissioner announced in a statement issued at 5:24am local time.

In a follow-up statement issued at 5:24am, authorities announced that while power supply has been restored for residents’ “convenience,” the situation remains tense. “We are still on red alert. Sirens will sound now, indicating this red alert. Please don’t move out of your house; stay indoors and away from windows,” the DC said. “We will inform you when we get the green signal. Please ensure compliance and please don’t panic.”

Indian Foreign Secretary Vikram Misri held a late-night briefing to denounce “repeated violations” of the ceasefire by Pakistan. The truce, he previously announced at 6pm, was intended to halt military action along the International Border and Line of Control, following a week of escalating violence between the two countries.

“In the last few hours, there have been repeated violations of the understanding reached earlier this evening between the Directors General of Military Operations (DGMO) of India and Pakistan,” Misri said. He warned Islamabad to “take appropriate steps to address these violations" with all “seriousness and responsibility.”

"The Armed Forces are maintaining a strong vigil on the situation,” he added. "They have been given instructions to deal strongly with any instances of repetition of the violations of the International Border as well as the Line of Control

An Indian Army soldier sustained minor injuries during a brief exchange of fire with a suspected intruder at the Nagrota Military Station in Jammu, the Army’s White Knight Corps has reported.

The incident occurred after an alert sentry noticed suspicious movement near the perimeter of the station and challenged the suspect. The response triggered a short burst of gunfire, during which the sentry was wounded.

“On noticing suspicious movement near the perimeter, the alert sentry at Nagrota Military Station issued a challenge, leading to a brief exchange of fire with the suspect,” the White Knight Corps said in a post on X.

A search operation is currently underway to locate the intruder or intruders believed to be involved in the attempted breach.

Pakistan remains committed to the ceasefire, its Foreign Ministry has stated, adding that any “issues” that arise in connection to its implementation should be addressed through appropriate communication channels. “Notwithstanding the violations being committed by India in some areas, our forces are handling the situation with responsibility and restraint,” the ministry’s statement has claimed.