India intercepts Pakistan missiles, drones in Jammu: What we know so far

NEW DELHI: India's air defence guns on Thursday evening responded immediately after Pakistan launched loitering munitions targeting multiple locations in Jammu and Kashmir, including Jammu city's airport. This came amid India's ongoing 'Operation Sindoor' against Pakistan-backed terrorism.

According to PTI news agency, Jammu was thrown into darkness after two powerful explosions were heard near the airport, leading to an immediate power outage in the area.

Officials confirmed that Indian forces activated counter-measures, successfully downing several Pakistani drones using anti-drone systems.

Eyewitnesses reported seeing one of the drones crash just outside the airport premises.

Here's what we know so far

• Sirens were heard across the region as defence forces intercepted the incoming threats and returned fire.

• Pakistan targeted Jammu city's airport in its attack.

• Amid strong sound of sirens, a complete blackout was enforced in Jammu.
• Complete blackout also enforced in Punjab's Amritsar amid firing by Pakistan in J&K.
• Internet services have also been suspended across Jammu and Kashmir, after complete blackout.
• Centre orders 100% pre-boarding checks for all flyers at all airports.
• According to defence sources, Pakistan launched 8 missiles in Jammu region, including at Satwari, Samba, RS Pura, and Arnia sector, all of which were intercepted by Indian Air Defence.
• India also intercepted and shot down 2 of Pakistan's fighter jets.
• Amid escalating situation between India and Pakistan, Punjab, Rajasthan and Haryana are put on high alert.
• 'Pakistani Army behaving like Hamas terror group and using cheap rockets,' according to defence sources.
• Pakistani drone and missile attacks on military stations in Jammu, Pathankot, Udhampur thwarted: Officials.