The Press Information Bureau's Fact Check unit has debunked two major instances of misinformation circulating on social media, falsely claiming Pakistani attacks on Jammu Air Force Base and Gujarat's Hazira Port.
Rajasthan Deputy Chief Minister Prem Chand Bairwa has strongly condemned Pakistan's failed drone attack attempt last night, lauding the Indian Army and central leadership for their swift and effective response and informed that Rajasthan CM stayed in office on Thursday night.
Union Health Minister JP Nadda conducted a review meeting on the health centres and facilities across the country on Friday amid the escalating tensions between India and Pakistan.
Rajasthan Home Minister Jawahar Singh Bedham congratulated the Armed Forces after every Pakistani drone strike was intercepted by Indian air defence in Jaisalmer last night. He said that the state government is standing along with the Armed forces and whatever assistance is required would be
Retired Air Vice Marshal Suryakant Chintaman Chafekar and defence expert Sanjay Kulkarni have provided insights into India's strategic defensive superiority, highlighting the effectiveness of its defence systems in countering Pakistan's tactics.
The Ministry of Defence has asked media to stop live coverage of defense operations, as it could risk lives and affect operations. Only authorized officials can give updates during such events.
Congress MP Manish Tewari lauded the Indian Air Force and the country's integrated Anti-Missile Theatre Defence System for effectively neutralizing the drones and projectiles launched by Pakistani forces on Thursday night.
Defence Minister Rajnath Singh on Friday conducted a review of the country's current security situation at South Block, which houses the Ministry of Defence, in the national capital, in the aftermath of the foiled large-scale drone strike by Pakistan on Thursday.
The Indian Army during the intervening night of May 8 and May 9 successfully repelled and decisively responded to multiple drone attacks and ceasefire violations by Pakistan along the western border and the Line of Control (LoC) in Jammu and Kashmir, the Indian Army stated.
Punjab Minister Harpal Singh Cheema praised the army for responding to Pakistan's failed drone attack. He assured the public of strong security measures, including school closures and better health services, and warned of action against black marketers.
Rajasthan ministers Jogaram Patel on Friday said Indian armed forces neutralised Pakistani drones near the border, with officials and police asked to stay on alert.
Leader of the opposition of the Rajasthan Legislative Assembly Tika Ram Jully lauded the Armed forces after the Indian air defence systems foiled Pakistani drone strike in the intervening night of May 8 and 9. He said that those who nurture terrorists should also be punished.