New Delhi: As tensions remain high between India and Pakistan after the neighbouring country launched drone and missile strikes in parts of northern India on Thursday, National Security Advisor Ajit Doval met with Prime Minister Narendra Modi in Delhi to brief him on the evolving security situation, reports claimed.
Reports quoting sources claimed Doval provided a detailed update on cross-border developments and India’s defensive preparedness. This comes amid reports of continued Pakistani shelling and drone activity near sensitive regions.
Union Defence minister Rajnath Singh also reportedly informed Prime Minister Narendra Modi about attack by Pakistan, sources told News18. While several northern Indian cities went into complete blackout on Thursday evening, India said it foiled Pakistan military’s attempts to target military installations in 15 cities in the northern and western parts of the country using missiles and drones.
Discussed ongoing developments with EU HRVP @kajakallas .
India has been measured in its actions. However, any escalation will get a firm response.
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— Dr. S. Jaishankar (@DrSJaishankar) May 8, 2025
Meanwhile, Foreign Minister S Jaishankar had telephonic conversations with European Union and Italy. He discussed India’s targeted and measured response to firmly counter terrorism and also informed that any escalation would see a strong response.
Reports also claimed that Defence Minister Rajnath Singh also held emergency meeting with the chiefs of three wings of armed forces following such escalation.
Discussed ongoing developments with EU HRVP @kajakallas .
India has been measured in its actions. However, any escalation will get a firm response.
🇮🇳 🇪🇺
— Dr. S. Jaishankar (@DrSJaishankar) May 8, 2025
Meanwhile, Ministry of Defence wrote in a social media post on X: “Military stations at Jammu, Pathankot & Udhampur were targeted by Pakistani-origin drones and missiles along the International Border in J&K today. The threats were swiftly neutralised using kinetic and non-kinetic capabilities in line with established Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs). No casualties or material losses were reported. India remains fully prepared to defend its sovereignty and ensure the safety of its people.”
