Pakistan Confirms 2 JF-17 Jets Shot Down by India

Updated: 21:50 IST, May 08

🔴 21:50 IST |

Pakistan Admits Loss of 2 JF-17 Fighter Jets

In a rare admission, Pakistani authorities have confirmed that two of their JF-17 fighter jets were shot down by Indian forces amidst heightened hostilities along the border. The confirmation comes after India launched precision missile strikes on nine terror targets across Pakistan and PoK.

⚠️ 21:43 IST |

Complete Blackout in Udhampur, Jammu & Kashmir

A full power shutdown has been enforced in Udhampur as a security precaution following cross-border escalation.

🚀 21:41 IST |

8 Pakistani Missiles Intercepted by Indian Defence

Pakistan launched eight missiles at key sectors—Satwari, Samba, RS Pura, and Arnia—this evening. All incoming projectiles were successfully intercepted by India’s air defence systems, according to defence officials.

🕯️ 21:35 IST |

Blackout Across Pathankot and Amritsar

Residents in Pathankot and Amritsar districts of Punjab reported loud explosions, though officials have not confirmed any shelling. Authorities enforced blackouts and issued advisories for residents to stay indoors and keep lights off.

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Background: Indian Missile Strikes on Terror Targets

Indian military carried out precision missile strikes on May 8 targeting terror infrastructure inside Pakistan and Pakistan-occupied Kashmir. The targets included:

Jaish-e-Mohammad HQ in Bahawalpur
Lashkar-e-Taiba facility in Muridke
Seven other terror training camps in PoK

These strikes were in response to the recent Pahalgam terror attack.

🏫 21:34 IST |

Schools, Colleges Closed in Border Districts

The Jammu Divisional Commissioner has ordered the closure of all educational institutions in Jammu, Samba, Kathua, Rajouri, and Poonch districts on May 9.

In Rajasthan, all schools in Barmer, Bikaner, Sri Ganganagar, and Jaisalmer will also remain closed until further notice due to rising tension.

🛑 21:30 IST |

Rajasthan CM Holds Emergency Security Meet

Chief Minister Bhajanlal Sharma held a high-level meeting at his residence in Jaipur. Present were the chief secretary, DGP, home secretary, DG (Intelligence), and ADG (Law & Order). The meeting reviewed preparedness and security measures along the state’s international border.