India-Pak: Delhi Alert! Siren test at 3 PM today :

India-Pak: Delhi Alert! Siren test at 3 PM today :

As tensions between India and Pakistan escalated, New Delhi saw an increase in security measures, including more troops stationed at strategic points and heightened police presence to uphold peace and order.

 

A high warning was issued in the nation’s capital amid the rising tensions between India and Pakistan following Operation Sindoor. Additional personnel have been sent to strengthen security, and police are keeping a close eye on the rule of law.

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The top 10 updates are as follows:
1. The nation’s capital is on high alert right now. The air raid sirens erected at PWD HQ, ITO, will be tested by the Directorate of Civil Defense on Friday. The Central Delhi district magistrate stated in an official statement that the testing will start at 3 PM and last for 15 to 20 minutes. As a result, it is asked that sufficient exposure be distributed via electronic and social media to encourage the people to maintain composure and avoid panicking during the aforementioned exercise.

According to PTI,guests at the famous war memorial,India Gate,were urged to leave and vacate the area earlier on Thursday. “This is a common procedure to maintain traffic flow in the C Hexagon. It has nothing new. “Anyone can come and see it tomorrow,”said Devesh Mahala,the Deputy Commissioner for New Delhi. “Police will remain vigilant and engaged. Vigil at night has been stepped up. A police officer declared, “We will use additional force in all sensitive areas.”

2. Additional forces, including paramilitary soldiers, were stationed around strategic installations, strengthening security throughout New Delhi. According to police sources who spoke to PTI,the deputy commissioners of each of the 15 districts are meeting with the special commissioners of each zone. “Every DCP keeps a close eye on local law and order. ACPs and SHOs are among the officers they have previously briefed. According to a source who spoke to PTI,Delhi Police is prepared to handle any situation,and DCPs are physically patrolling their area.

 

Pak responds :
3. Pakistan said Friday that Indian media accusations that it had struck several locations in India were “entirely unfounded” and part of a “reckless propaganda campaign.” In a statement released at midnight,the Foreign Office stated that such acts only put regional peace at greater risk.

4. In the meanwhile,Amritsar DPRO instructed all residents to remain inside,away from windows,with window curtains drawn and lights off. “Don’t panic; a siren will sound shortly,and once it is clear,we will relay the message once more. We must stay home to assist our armed forces when they are on duty. “Don’t panic, the Amritsar DPRO stated.

5. A defense ministry spokesperson told PTI that “Pakistani-origin drones and missiles targeted military stations at Jammu,Pathankot,and Udhampur along the International Border in Jammu and Kashmir today.” According to military sources who spoke to PTI,India’s air defense systems stopped missiles from Pakistan that were also aimed toward the cities of Satwari,Samba,RS Pura,and Arnia in Jammu.

 

More than fifty Pakistani drones “neutralized”

6. “During a massive counter-drone operation carried out by Indian Army Air Defence units in the areas of Udhampur,Samba,Jammu,Akhnoor,Nagrota,and Pathankot,over 50 drones were successfully neutralized yesterday evening after Pakistan made unsuccessful attempts to send swarm drones throughout various locations along the Line of Control (LoC) and International Borders (IB).” The Army’s strong capacity to fight aerial threats was demonstrated by the battle, which made substantial use of L-70 guns, Zu-23mm, Schilka systems, and other cutting-edge counter-UAS weapons, sources informed ANI.

7. The United States has stated that it will not intervene in a conflict that is “fundamentally none of our business” in the face of rising tensions between India and Pakistan. Vice President J D Vance stated in a TV interview on Thursday that although the US cannot control India and Pakistan, it may encourage the two neighbors with nuclear weapons to de-escalate, according to PTI.

8. Several sources told ANI on Friday that Indian air defense systems shot down a Pakistani Air Force plane in Punjab’s Pathankot area. More information is anticipated, and official government confirmation is still pending.

9. The Director Generals of all border guarding forces met with Union Home Minister Amit Shah on Thursday to discuss the state of security along India’s borders. The main goal of the discussion was to evaluate Indian forces’ preparation and readiness in the wake of Pakistan’s massive drone and missile attack on Indian territory, particularly Jammu and Rajasthan. Satwari, Samba, RS Pura, Arnia, and Jaisalmer were among the areas that were targeted. According to ANI, Indian air defense systems successfully intercepted every incoming missile and no serious damage was observed.

10. In response to India’s “Operation Sindoor,” Nepal expressed solidarity on Thursday night, saying it was “all in the fight against terrorism.” “In the battle against terrorism, Nepal is united with everyone.” Nepal would not permit any hostile forces to utilize its territory against its neighbors in accordance with its fundamental stance,” the country’s foreign ministry said in a statement.