India-Pakistan Ceasefire: 'Pak had no means left to hit India back', says war analyst Tom Cooper

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Operation Sindoor, which saw the Indian Armed Forces carrying out precision strikes against terror and army targets in Pakistan and PoK, panic has reportedly spread across Pakistan amid claims that some of its nuclear facilities have been damaged and are leaking radiation. The situation has sparked concern not just within Pakistan but also internationally, including in the United States. Read more

Jawaharlal Nehru University (JNU) has announced the suspension of its academic memorandum of understanding (MoU) with Turkey’s Inonu University, citing national security considerations. The decision comes amid rising geopolitical tensions between India and Türkiye, particularly over the latter's perceived support for Pakistan in regional conflicts.

As part of Operation SINDOOR, battle-proven air defence systems such as the Pechora, OSA-AK and low-level air defence (LLAD) guns were deployed, along with indigenous systems like the AKASH, which delivered outstanding performance.

The Travel Agents Association of India has decided not to send Indian tourists to Turkey and Azerbaijan. A large number of travellers are cancelling their tours to these countries. Bookings for Turkey and Azerbaijan will no longer be accepted, and travel agents will not provide bookings for tourists planning to visit these destinations, said Raju Akolkar, Secretary of the Vidarbha region of the Travel Agents Association of India.

Amidst the growing noise of cornering Turkey, the Federation of Western India Cine Employees (FWICE), has strongly urged all Indian film producers to reconsider choosing Turkey as a shooting destination due to its growing support towards Pakistan on matters that deeply concern India's national interests. FWICE is the apex body representing 36 crafts of workers, technicians, and artists in the Indian media and entertainment industry.

Austrian combat and warn analyst Tom Cooper, in an exclusive discussion with India TV, Pakistan called up India asking for a ceasefire after being left with no option after Indian strikes hits the Sargodha air base, a key Pakistani military facility, near Kirana Hills, which he claimed is reportedly a nuclear storage facility.

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India destroyed several Pakistani rockets, while Pakistan spread false claims about bombing the Adampur Airbase, says war analyst Tom Cooper.

Austria's war veteran Tom Cooper in an exclusive interaction with India TV. He analyses the recent India-Pakistan tensions.

The Indian Army targeted selected locations in Pakistan, and Pakistan was unable to retaliate - this is a significant victory for India, says war analyst Tom Cooper.

Bharat Electronics Limited (BEL) has proudly announced the combat success of its indigenously developed Air Defence System, Akashteer, which has proven to be a formidable force multiplier during the recent conflict. Designed and manufactured in-house, Akashteer played a pivotal role in repelling Pakistan’s aerial incursions, integrating seamlessly with India’s ground-based defence platforms to deliver a unified and lethal air defence response. During the hostilities, Akashteer exceeded user expectations by providing a strong, resilient shield against enemy aircraft and drones. Its ability to deliver a real-time, unified air situation picture, right down to the lowest operational units of the Army Air Defence (AD), greatly enhanced situational awareness and tactical decision-making on the battlefield.

Defence Minister Rajnath Singh is scheduled to visit the Bhuj airbase in Gujarat, said sources. Singh will visit Bhuj on Friday (May 16). During the two-day visit to the state, the Defence Minister will also visit the India-Pakistan border region. During his visit, Singh is expected to evaluate the operational preparedness of the Indian Armed Forces in the region and examine the effectiveness of strengthened security measures following Pakistan's recent unsuccessful drone incursions.

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The All India Trinamool Congress (AITC) has released a statement following the repatriation of Border Security Force (BSF) jawan Purnam Kumar Shaw today. "Home at last. After days of anxiety and uncertainty, BSF Jawan Purnam Kumar Shaw has finally been repatriated. Mamata Banerjee personally reached out to his wife multiple times, offering reassurance and support during the ordeal. We wish Purnam a full recovery from the trauma he endured and hope he finds peace in the embrace of his loved ones", the statement from AITC said.

Chief of Defence Staff General Anil Chauhan along with Chief of Army Staff General Upendra Dwivedi, Chief of Navy Staff Admiral Dinesh K Tripathi and Air Chief Marshal AP Singh provided a direct perspective from the Apex Leadership of Indian Armed Forces into the successful conduct of Operation Sindoor on Wednesday. Insights into Tri-Services synergy achieved during the operation were deliberated upon during this interaction.

Chief of Defence Staff, General Anil Chauhan along with Chief of Army Staff General Upendra Dwivedi, Chief of the Air Staff Air Chief Marshal A. P. Singh, and Chief of the Naval Staff Admiral Dinesh K. Tripathi met President Droupadi Murmu at Rashtrapati Bhavan on Wednesday. President Murmu was briefed about the Operation Sindoor by the officers of the Indian Armed Forces. President Murmu commended the valour and the dedication of the Armed Forces that made India's response to terrorism a sterling success.

In a major success for the Indian Army, three terrorists belonging to Lashkar-e-Taiba (LeT) were killed in the ongoing Operation Kellar in Jammu and Kashmir. The operation, aimed at dismantling terror networks in the region, led to the recovery of significant amounts of arms, ammunition, and cash. The mission, codenamed "Operation Keller", was launched following specific intelligence inputs about the presence of heavily armed terrorists in the Shoekal Keller region.

The X account of Global Times, a Chinese state-affiliated media outlet widely regarded as a propaganda arm of the Chinese Communist Party, has been withheld in India. When users in India attempt to access the account, they are greeted with a message stating: “@globaltimesnews’s account has been withheld in India in response to a legal deman

A Border Security Force (BSF) jawan who had been in the custody of Pakistani Rangers was safely handed back to India on Wednesday. BSF Jawan, identified as PK Shaw, had inadvertently crossed the border and was detained by the Pakistani Rangers last month. "Today BSF Jawan Purnam Kumar Shaw, who had been in the custody of Pakistan Rangers since 23 April 2025, was handed over to India at about 1030 hours through the Joint Check Post Attari, Amritsar. The handover was conducted peacefully and in accordance with established protocols," a statement released by the BSF said.

The Indian Army's bomb disposal squad successfully neutralised artillery shells fired from across the border by Pakistan near the Line of Control (LoC) in Jammu and Kashmir's Rajouri sector. As per the information, the shells had landed dangerously close to civilian areas, prompting immediate action from the forces to avert any potential casualties or damage. Meanwhile, authorities have urged residents living in border villages to remain alert and immediately report any suspicious objects, unexploded shells, or explosives to the Indian Army or the Jammu and Kashmir Police. 

Uttarakhand Chief Minister Pushkar Singh Dhami led the Tiranga Shaurya Samman Yatra in Dehradun, dedicated to honouring the bravery Of the Indian armed forces in the recently concluded Operation Sindoor. Waving the tricolour and walking alongside veterans, students, and citizens, CM Dhami led the yatra with enthusiasm and pride. 

Odisha Chief Minister Mohan Charan Majhi on Tuesday led a spirited Tiranga Yatra from Kalinga Stadium in Bhubaneswar in honour of the Indian armed forces.

Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath joined the Bharat Shaurya Tiranga Yatra in Lucknow today. The rally, marked by energetic chants and a sea of waving national flags, began from the CM's official residence at 5 Kalidas Marg and is set to proceed up to 1090 Chauraha. The yatra has been organised to honour the valour of the Indian armed forces which successfully launched Operation Sindoor in the wake of the Pahalgam terror attack which claimed the lives of 26 innocent civilians on April 22. 

The Indian Army and Jammu and Kashmir Police have launched a major coordinated operation to trace and safely destroy live artillery shells scattered across civilian areas of Rajouri district in Jammu and Kashmir. The district had endured three consecutive days of heavy artillery shelling from across the Pakistan border, leaving behind unexploded shells that pose a significant risk to residents.

The situation in Jammu and Kashmir remained peaceful and under control overnight, with no reports of drone activity, firing, or shelling in the region. According to local sources, the night passed without any disturbances, and normalcy prevailed in the area. 

In a bold economic move driven by patriotism, marble traders in Rajasthan's Udaipur have decided to terminate all business ties with Turkiye, citing the country's open support for Pakistan amid the ongoing tensions with India. Kapil Surana, President of the Udaipur Marble Processors Committee, stated that the committee's members unanimously agreed to halt imports from Turkiye, a country that currently supplies about 70% of the marble imported into India. 

Following India's decision to declare a Pakistani citizen at the Pakistan High Commission in New Delhi 'persona non grata,' Pakistan also declared a staff member of the Indian High Commission in Islamabad "persona non grata, citing involvement in activities incompatible with their official status. The Indian Charge d'Affaires was summoned to the Ministry of Foreign Affairs (MFA), where Pakistan conveyed its decision, directing the concerned official to depart the country within 24 hours.

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India on Tuesday expelled a Pakistani official working at the Pakistan High Commission for indulging in activities not in keeping with his official status. The external affairs ministry said the official has been given 24 hours to leave India.

All the government/private/aided schools in the district will remain functional on Wednesday, May 14, and timings will be from 10.30 am to 2.30 pm: Amritsar District Commissioner

Bihar Chief Minister Nitish Kumar visited the ancestral home of BSF Sub-Inspector Mohammad Imtiaz in Narayanpur village, Garkha block, Saran district, to pay his respects to the martyr. Kumar met the family members, including his wife and sons Mohammad Imran Raza and Mohammad Imdad Raza, offering his condolences. In recognition of the martyr’s supreme sacrifice while defending the nation, he handed over a financial aid cheque of Rs 50 lakh to the family, and announced a government job for one of Mohammad Imtiaz’s sons, based on his qualifications.

Manipur paid tribute to the Border Security Force constable Deepak Chingakham. Deepak made the ultimate sacrifice defending India.

On the contrary, there is widespread understanding in the world that Indian tourists were the victims of terrorism at Pahalgam and that the epicentre of terrorism is across the border in Pakistan. Many foreign leaders in their conversations with Indian counterparts recognised India’s right to defend itself and protect its people. I also draw your attention to the UN Security Council press statement of 25 April, which states that “the need to hold perpetrators, organizers, financiers and sponsors of this reprehensible act of terrorism accountable and bring them to justice. They stressed that those responsible for these killings should be held accountable”.

The ban on the Awami League without due process is a concerning development. As a democracy, India is naturally concerned at curtailment of democratic freedoms and shrinking political space. We strongly support the early holding of free, fair, and inclusive elections in Bangladesh: MEA

The military action was entirely in the conventional domain. There were some reports that Pakistan’s National Command Authority will meet on 10 May, But this was later denied by them. Pakistan's FM has himself denied the nuclear angle on record. As you know, India has a firm stance that it will not give in to nuclear blackmail or allow cross-border terrorism to be conducted, invoking it. In conversations with various countries, we also cautioned that their subscribing to such scenarios could hurt them in their own region: MEA

By the way, you all know that satellite pictures are available commercially. I urge you to look at the sites that Pakistan claims to have attacked. Contrast it with the places that we successfully targeted and destroyed. That will give you a clear picture: MEA Spokesperson Randhir Jaiswal

Where India is concerned, our stand was clear and consistent from the start. We would target terrorist infrastructure operating out of Pakistan. If the Pakistani military stayed out, there would be no problem. If they fired on us, we would respond suitably. Till the night of 9th May, Pakistan was threatening India with a massive assault. Once their attempt failed on 10th May morning and received a devastating Indian counter-response, their tune changed and their DGMO eventually reached out to us. In essence, India’s position remained the same; Pakistan’s position changed on 10th May morning after its airbases were effectively put out of action. All you have to do is look at who called who to negotiate the terms of the cessation of firing: MEA

In the last week, as a result of Operation Sindoor, Pakistan has seen its terrorist centres in Bahawalpur, Muridke, Muzaffarabad, and other places destroyed. Thereafter, its military capabilities were significantly degraded by us, and key airbases were effectively put out of action. If the Pakistani FM wishes to project these as achievements, he is welcome to do so: MEA

We have seen the statement made by the Pakistani side. That a nation which has nurtured terrorism on an industrial scale should think that it can escape the consequences is fooling itself. The terrorist infrastructure sites that India destroyed were responsible not only for the deaths of Indians but of many other innocents around the world. There is now a new normal. The sooner Pakistan gets used to it, the better: MEA

From the time Operation Sindoor commenced on 07 May till the understanding on cessation of firing and military action on 10 May, there were conversations between Indian and US leaders on the evolving military situation. The issue of trade did not come up in any of these discussions.

Regarding conversations with other nations, the message from India was clear and consistent. And the same message that we were conveying from public platforms was the one conveyed in private conversations. It was that India was responding to the 22 April terrorist attack by targeting the terrorist infrastructure. However, if the Pakistani armed forces fire, Indian armed forces will fire back; if Pakistan stops, India will also stop. This was also the message that was conveyed to the Pakistani side at the time of the commencement of Op Sindoor, which was not heeded by the Pakistani side at that time. Naturally, many foreign leaders who heard this from us would have shared it with their Pakistani interlocutors.

You will, of course, appreciate that early on the morning of the 10th, we had mounted an extremely effective attack on key Pakistani Air Force bases. That was the reason they were now willing to stop firing and military action. Let me be clear. It was of force of Indian arms that compelled Pakistan to stop its firing.

The specific date, time and wording of the understanding was worked out between the DGMOs of the two countries at their phone call on 10 May 2025 commencing 1535 hrs. The request for this call was received by the MEA from the Pakistani High Commission at 1237 hrs. The Pakistani side had initial difficulties connecting the hotline to the Indian side for technical reasons. The timing was then decided based on the availability of the Indian DGMO at 1535 hrs.

We have a longstanding national position that any issues pertaining to the Indian Union Territory of Jammu and Kashmir have to be addressed by India and Pakistan bilaterally. That stated policy has not changed. As you are aware, the outstanding matter is the vacating of illegally occupied Indian territory by Pakistan: MEA Spokesperson Randhir Jaiswal at press conference

Lt Gen DS Rana, Director General of the Defence Intelligence Agency, detailed the deliberate planning behind the selection of terror-linked targets during Operation Sindoor. He emphasised the integrated, precise, and prompt response of the Indian armed forces, executed through intense multi-domain operations to achieve the mission's objectives.

Lt Gen DS Rana, Director General of the Defence Intelligence Agency, briefed foreign service attachés from 70 nations on the successful conduct of Operation Sindoor, highlighting India's demonstrated military strength and national resolve in the context of new-age warfare.

At the Adampur Air Base, PM Narendra Modi said in his address, "Indian Air Force has now become an expert in dodging the enemy not just with weapons, but also with data and drones."

Bihar Chief Minister Nitish Kumar paid tribute to BSF jawan Rambabu Singh, a resident of Vasilpur village in Siwan district, who was killed in Pakistani firing along the Jammu and Kashmir border. Expressing grief over the soldier's death, Kumar said the nation would always remember his sacrifice and prayed for strength to the bereaved family. The state government will provide an ex gratia of Rs 50 lakh to Singh’s next of kin and conduct his last rites with full police honours.

PM Narendra Modi's speech at the Adampur Air Base will be broadcast at 3:30 pm today. Earlier this morning, PM Narendra Modi went to the Adampur Air Base. He was briefed by Air Force personnel and he also interacted with the brave Jawans.

Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s surprise visit to the Adampur Airbase in Punjab on Tuesday morning carried a clear message for Pakistan, effectively countering Islamabad's disinformation campaign. Standing before Indian Air Force (IAF) personnel, PM Modi was photographed with a MiG-29 jet and an intact S-400 air defence missile system in the background, a powerful visual rebuttal to Pakistan's claims of having targeted the airbase and destroyed the S-400 system at the base. READ

J-K CM Omar Abdullah visited Sub District Hospital in Kupwara, where people injured in Pakistan shelling a few days ago, are undergoing treatment.

Chants of Bharat Mata ki Jai and Vande Matram echoed at the Adampur Air base in Punjab as Prime Minister Narendra Modi interacted with the Air Warriors and other soldiers' days after India's stupendous success in Operation Sindoor. Earlier this morning, PM Modi arrived at the Air Force Station Adampur and met the brave air warriors and soldiers. A visible wave of happiness could be seen amongst the men in unfiorm as they celebrated their success.

J-K: Security forces destroyed a live shell, which was found a few days ago in Nowshera of Rajouri district.

All gates at the Baglihar Hydroelectric Power Project Dam, built on the Chenab River in Ramban, have been closed.  

"OPERATION KELLER. On 13 May 2025, based on specific intelligence of a Rashtriyas Rifles Unit, about the presence of terrorists in the general area Shoekal Keller, Shopian, Indian Army launched a search and destroy Operation. During the operation, terrorists opened heavy fire and a fierce firefight ensued, which resulted in the elimination of three hardcore terrorists. Operation is in progress," Indian Army wrote on X.

Three terrorists of Lashkar-e-Taiba were killed in a gunfight with security forces in the forest area of Shukroo Keller in Shopian district of Jammu and Kashmir, on Tuesday (May 13), officials have said. 

"Earlier this morning, I went to AFS Adampur and met our brave air warriors and soldiers. It was a very special experience to be with those who epitomise courage, determination and fearlessness. India is eternally grateful to our armed forces for everything they do for our nation," PM Modi wrote on his X handle as he met Army Jawans in Adampur.

PM Modi meets Army Jawans at Adampur Air Base. Modi went to the Adampur Air Base this morning. He was briefed by Air Force personnel and he also interacted with the Jawans.

Defence Minister Rajnath Singh is currently chairing a high-level review meeting at South Block with the country's top military and defence leadership. Chief of Defence Staff General Anil Chauhan, Chief of Army Staff General Upendra Dwivedi, Navy Chief Admiral Dinesh Kumar Tripathi, the Vice Chief of Air Staff, and the Defence Secretary are present at the meeting. 

Asserting that there is "no place for terror activities" in India, Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) spokesperson NV Subash today said that there will be "no dialogue" with Pakistan unless and until they "stop terror activities." "Yesterday, the PM came to the public domain and addressed the nation. The assertive speech of Narendra Modi after the Pahalgam attack shows that India is one and united. He dedicated Operation Sindoor to India's narishakti. India is against terrorism and there is no place for terror activities in India. There will be no trade with terror...there will be no dialogue with Pakistan unless and until they stop terror activities," Subash told the media. 

Jammu and Kashmir security agencies have put up posters of three terrorists involved in the Pahalgam terror attack that claimed the lives of 26 people, mostly tourists. Such posters were seen in different parts of southern Kashmir, including Shopian district. According to the posters, a bounty of Rs 20 lakh has been announced for information leading to the neutralisation of terrorists. The poster also states that Kashmir is united in the war against Pakistan-sponsored terrorism. Security agencies have assured that the identity of the informer shall be kept a secret. 

Gunshots were heard during a Cordon and Search Operation (CASO) in the Forest area of Keller in Jammu and Kashmir's Shopian. As per the information, security forces promptly tightened the cordon around the area, with additional reinforcements being rushed in to prevent any potential escape of suspected militants.

In a significant diplomatic and strategic move, the Government of India has summoned defence attachés from several countries, including the United Kingdom, for a high-level briefing on Operation Sindoor. The session is expected to take place today at 3:30 pm and is likely to be held at the Ministry of Defence (MoD) in New Delhi.

(Inputs from Manish Prasad)

Delhi Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) chief Virendra Sachdeva hailed Prime Minister Modi's address on Operation Sindoor, saying it sent a strong message to Pakistan that "terror and talks cannot go together." Speaking to ANI, Virendraa Sachdeva said that the entire nation is standing with Prime Minister Modi and the armed forces. "In his address, PM Modi saluted the valour and courage of our armed forces...PM Modi has given a clear message to Pakistan that terror and talks cannot go together... The entire nation is standing with PM Modi and the armed forces," the Delhi BJP president said.

Tripura Chief Minister Manik Saha hailed Prime Minister Narendra Modi's address to the nation on Operation Sindoor, stating that it reflected the country's unwavering stance against terrorism. Saha said Modi's leadership embodies both moral strength and military resolve, ensuring the nation's safety and security. "PM Narendra Modi ji's powerful address reflects India's unwavering stance against terrorism, inspiring confidence among our armed forces and citizens alike," he said in a post on Facebook.

Pakistan continues to spin a web of misinformation in the wake of its recent military confrontation with India. While Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif appears busy "celebrating" amidst destruction, the country's military is making contradictory and unverified claims. However, a surprise visit by Punjab province Chief Minister Maryam Nawaz to a military hospital has once again exposed the truth Pakistan has been desperately trying to conceal.

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Foreign Secretary Vikram Misri is set to brief a parliamentary committee next week on the India-Pakistan military conflict in the aftermath of the terror attack in Jammu and Kashmir's Pahalgam, which claimed the lives of 26 people. Members of the Standing Committee on External Affairs have been informed that the Foreign Secretary will brief the panel on May 19.

In a positive development amid recent border tensions, the Indian Army confirmed that there have been no ceasefire violations along the Line of Control (LoC) or the international border. However, security forces continue to remain on high alert, they added.

(Inputs from Manish Prasad) 

The situation remained peaceful in the Samba district of Jammu and Kashmir on Tuesday morning, with no reports of firing or shelling from across the border. Local authorities and residents confirmed that the area is calm and stable. 

Air India announced the cancellation of two-way flight operations to and from Jammu, Leh, Jodhpur, Amritsar, Bhuj, Jamnagar, Chandigarh and Rajkot for today. In a statement posted on X, Air India said, "In view of the latest developments and keeping your safety in mind, flights to and from Jammu, Leh, Jodhpur, Amritsar, Bhuj, Jamnagar, Chandigarh and Rajkot are cancelled for Tuesday, 13th May." "We are monitoring the situation and will keep you updated," it added.

IndiGo has cancelled its flights to and from Jammu, Amritsar, Chandigarh, Leh, Srinagar and Rajkot for today. "In light of the latest developments and with your safety as our utmost priority, flights to and from Jammu, Amritsar, Chandigarh, Leh, Srinagar, and Rajkot are cancelled for 13th May 2025," IndiGo said in a post on X. The airline also said its teams are actively monitoring the situation. These six airports are among those that were reopened for civilian flights on Monday after being temporarily shut in the wake of the military conflict between India and Pakistan.