mid rising tensions between India and Pakistan, the sound of explosions was heard near the Line of Control (LoC) in the Poonch and Rajouri districts of Jammu and Kashmir early Friday morning.
Amid escalating tensions between India and Pakistan, former Indian cricketers Virender Sehwag and Shikhar Dhawan said that the Indian forces will reply in the most appropriate manner.
Amid the escalating tensions between India and Pakistan, India's Olympic hero Neeraj Chopra has voiced his strong support for the Indian Armed Forces, applauding their courage and commitment in combating terrorism.
Amid the escalation of tensions between India and Pakistan, several airlines have issued advisories urging passengers to reach the airports three hours before flights depart.
Communist Party of India (Marxist) MP John Brittas on Thursday expressed support for the government's actions against terrorism, stating that all political parties back the armed forces' efforts. However, he also emphasised the need for caution to avoid escalating the situation.
All passengers at all airports will undergo secondary ladder point security check (LPSC). Visitor entry to terminal buildings has been banned. Air marshal will be deployed accordingly, the sources added.
"In view of the prevailing situation all Schools, Colleges & educational institutions (private as well as Government) in the districts of Jammu, Samba, Kathua, Rajouri and Poonch shall remain closed tomorrow on 9th May as well," Divisional Commissioner of Jammu wrote on X.
Amid escalating tensions along the Line of Control (LoC) following multiple ceasefire violations and failed drone and missile attacks from Pakistan, authorities in Jammu and Kashmir, have shifted villagers from several forward areas to safer locations.