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Iran’s missile math: ,000 drones take on million patriots

Iran’s missile math: $20,000 drones take on $4 million patriots

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Just three days into the conflict, the Iran war has become attritional. Waves of drone attacks by the Islamic Republic are putting pressure on the defenses of the US and its partners from Bahrain to the United Arab Emirates, depleting weapons stockpiles. The outcome of the fight may depend on which side runs out of munitions first. Rescuers work near a damaged car at the site of an Israeli airstrike that targeted a building in the town of Aramoun, south of Beirut on March 4, 2026. (AFP) Shahed-136 one-way attack drones, small, rudimentary cruise missiles, continued to pound targets across the Middle East on Monday. The drones have in recent days hit US bases, oil infrastructure and civilian buildings, since the US and Israel air strikes on Iran — a barrage of cruise missiles, drones and precision-guided bombs — began on Saturday. Follow live updates on the US-Iran conflict here. US-made Patriot air-defense missiles have been largely successful in stopping the Iranian Shaheds and other ballistic missiles, with interception rates over 90%, according to the …

In 4 days, India caused massive damage in Pakistan | Latest News India

In 4 days, India caused massive damage in Pakistan | Latest News India

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The US-brokered ceasefire between India and Pakistan has for now ended hostilities between the two nuclear-armed neighbours who were on the brink of a full-blown shooting war after military confrontations involving fighter jets, missiles, precision weapons, kamikaze drones and artillery guns escalated sharply during the last four days as India struck several terror sites, air bases and military installations in Pakistan which made desperate attempts to hit military infrastructure and civilian areas in several Indian states. India targeted nine terror sites in Pakistan and PoK on Day 1 of Operation Sindoor on May 7 (AFP) A halt to the fighting –– at least on paper; there were reports of Pakistan violating the ceasefire across the Line of Control (Loc) –– has prevented a wider conflict and put the spotlight on the battle outcomes for the two sides after India launched Operation Sindoor in the early hours of May 7 as a direct military response to the April 22 Pahalgam terror strike that killed 26 people, officials tracking the events following the operation said on Saturday. …

India launched ‘missile attacks’ on three air bases, claims Pakistan | Latest News India

India launched ‘missile attacks’ on three air bases, claims Pakistan | Latest News India

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Pakistan early on Saturday claimed that its three airbases were targeted by Indian missiles and drones. Pakistan military spokesperson Lt Gen Ahmad Sharif Chaudhry told a hurriedly called press conference in Islamabad around 4am that Nur Khan (Chaklala, Rawalpindi), Murid (Chakwal) and Rafiqui (Shorkot in Jhang district) airbases of Pakistan Air Force were targeted. Security personnel stands guard near the Karachi Port in Karachi on May 9, 2025, amid the ongoing border tensions between India and Pakistan.(AFP) The army spokesperson provided no details to back his claims. The claims come amid heightened tensions with India over its ‘Operation Sindoor’, a retaliation for a terror attack that killed 26 people in Jammu and Kashmir’s Pahalgam on April 22. Nur Khan air base in Rawalpindi, where the Pakistan military has its headquarters, is around 10 kilometres from the capital Islamabad. Sharif also claimed that some of India’s missiles also hit its Punjab and some also went into Afghanistan.  “But all assets of the Air Force remain safe,” he claimed. India has fired air-to-surface missiles with its jets, …

Anupam Kher shares video from Jammu after India foils Pakistan’s drone attacks: ‘My cousin sent me this…’ | Bollywood

Anupam Kher shares video from Jammu after India foils Pakistan’s drone attacks: ‘My cousin sent me this…’ | Bollywood

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After India foiled Pakistan’s drone attacks in Jammu, actor Anupam Kher took to social media to share a video, claiming it captured the explosion. According to Anupam, his family has full faith in the Indian Armed Forces when it comes to their safety and security. Also read: Angry Rupali Ganguly lashes out at Fawad Khan for his views on Operation Sindoor: ‘You working in India was shameful’ Some of Anupam Kher’s family members are in Jammu right now. Anupam Kher reveals the video he got from Jammu Anupam took to X, formerly known as Twitter, to share a video sent by his cousin from Jammu. He revealed that seeing the video made him worried about his family’s safety, prompting him to immediately call them to get an update. “My cousin brother #SunilKher sent this video from his home in Jammu. I called immediately and asked him if he and his family are ok? He laughed a little proudly,” Anupam wrote. Anupam added, “And said, bhaiya, hum bharat mein hain. Hum Hindustani hai. Humari suraksha bharatiye …

Are India-Pakistan At War? If Yes, Who Will Declare It? | Explained

Are India-Pakistan At War? If Yes, Who Will Declare It? | Explained

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Last Updated:May 09, 2025, 00:47 IST Pakistan’s provocation and India’s strong retaliation on Thursday night begs the question – are the nuclear neighbours at war? If yes, how is a war formally declared in India? Late on Thursday, India decisively foiled Pakistan’s attempts to hit military stations at Jammu, Pathankot and Udhampur with drones and missiles. (AP/File) In a dramatic military escalation, Pakistan unsuccessfully attempted to hit Indian military stations at Jammu, Pathankot and Udhampur with drones and missiles, which were effectively engaged by the Indian armed forces and thwarted. In retaliation, India struck Pakistan’s capital Islamabad as well as Lahore and Sialkot. Several cities and towns in J&K, Punjab, Rajasthan and Gujarat observed blackouts of different durations, with officials issuing advisories for citizens while reassuring safety. Separately, Pakistan violated ceasefire along the Line of Control, which was effectively responded to by the Indian forces. The cross-border action followed India’s Operation Sindoor under which armed forces destroyed terrorist hubs across nine locations in Pakistan and Pakistan-occupied Kashmir to avenge the Pahalgam terror attack. Pakistan’s provocation …

Border patrols to evacuation plans: Frontier states step up preparation as India-Pakistan tension escalate | India News

Border patrols to evacuation plans: Frontier states step up preparation as India-Pakistan tension escalate | India News

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After Pakistan attempted to engage military targets in northern and western India, including sites in Rajasthan, Punjab and Gujarat, these border states Thursday took precautionary measures, including increasing patrolling at the borders, preparing evacuation plans, and cancelling leaves of police personnel. In Punjab, which shares a 553-km border with Pakistan, seven police districts have been asked to maintain strict vigil along the border. The state police and administration are maintaining close coordination with the Border Security Force and Army, a government official told The Indian Express. Border villages have been put on high alert, and evacuation plans have been put in place in case of an emergency. Mock drills have been conducted in several areas. Story continues below this ad The Punjab Police cancelled the leave of all its personnel until further notice and told those on leave to report back to work. The health department has also cancelled the leaves of all its officials and doctors. In the border district of Gurdaspur, the government has ordered blackouts to be effected from 10 pm to …

Delhi govt cancels leaves, installs air raid sirens amid reports of drone attacks in Jammu | Delhi News

Delhi govt cancels leaves, installs air raid sirens amid reports of drone attacks in Jammu | Delhi News

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As drone attacks were reported in Jammu and along the International Border via Pakistani drones on Thursday, the leaves of all government officials in Delhi have been cancelled. In an order, the Services department said, “In view of the prevailing situation and preparedness for the emergency response system, the Competent Authority has directed that no leave shall be granted to any Officer/Official of the Government of NCT of Delhi, till further orders.” This includes doctors and staff in Delhi government hospitals as well. Story continues below this ad The Delhi Police headquarters also directed that no leaves will be given to its personnel till further orders. District Magistrates (DMs) across the city, meanwhile, have been asked to ensure that air raid sirens are installed across the Capital by Friday. The Delhi Airport has an existing system in place. Till late Thursday evening, both electrical and manual sirens were installed in Dwarka, Uttam Nagar, Najafgarh and Kapashera. According to sources, all DMs were ordered to work through the night to ensure directions are followed and preparations …

Verify Job Agents’ Claims, Says Karnataka Youth Who Returned From Russia-Ukraine War Zone

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Last Updated: September 16, 2024, 22:56 IST Ukrainian servicemen operate an armoured military vehicle in the Sumy region, near the border with Russia, amid the Russian invasion of Ukraine. (Image: AFP) Naeem, who hails from Kalaburagi district went to Russia in December last year, returned on September 13 Abdul Naeem, one of the three young men from Karnataka who returned from the Russia-Ukraine war zone said he was just miles away from the border and could hear loud explosions of bombs dropped by drones. The parents of the youth expressed gratitude to Prime Minister Narendra Modi, External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar and Congress President Mallikarjun Kharge who hails from Kalaburagi for their son’s safe return. Russia-Ukraine War Naeem, who hails from Kalaburagi district went to Russia in December last year, returned on September 13. The youth said he was assured by his fraudulent agent that he would be employed as a security staff in Russia, but he realised upon landing that he was duped and was being taken to work as a support staff for …

Manipur schools to remain closed on September 7 amid drone, rocket attacks | Latest News India

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The Manipur government on Friday ordered the closure of all schools across the state on September 7 amid escalating violence and unrest. The Directorate of Education issued an order stating that all government, private, and central schools will remain closed to ensure the safety of students and teachers. School students take part in a human chain rally to protest against the recent drone and gun attacks in Manipur’s Koutruk and Senjam Chirang that resulted in two civilian deaths and 12 injuries.(PTI) “In view of the unrest and prevailing situation in the state and keeping in mind the saftey of the students and teachers, all government schools, government aided, private and central schools of the state will stay closed on the 7th of September, 2024,” the order read. “All Zonal Education Officers under the Department of Education-Schools, Manipur are hereby directed to inform all concerned under their jurisdiction and take up necessary actions accordingly,” it added. Also Read | A lethal drone attack in Manipur sparks alarm and misinformation Drone attacks in Manipur This decision comes …

Maldives Pilots Not Capable Of Flying India-Donated Dornier, Helicopters: Defence Minister Ghassan

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Last Updated: May 12, 2024, 23:27 IST Responding to a question from a journalist, Ghassan said there were no Maldivian soldiers with the Maldives National Defense Force (MNDF) who can operate the three aircraft. (Representative File Image: PTI) Ghassan made the remarks at a press conference held at the President’s Office here on Saturday to brief the media about the withdrawal of Indian soldiers The Maldives military still does not have pilots capable of operating three aircraft donated by India, Defence Minister Ghassan Maumoon has acknowledged, days after 76 Indian defence personnel left the island nation at the instance of Maldives President Mohamed Muizzu. Ghassan made the remarks at a press conference held at the President’s Office here on Saturday to brief the media about the withdrawal of Indian soldiers stationed in the Maldives to operate two helicopters and a Dornier aircraft and their replacement with civilians from India. Responding to a question from a journalist, Ghassan said there were no Maldivian soldiers with the Maldives National Defense Force (MNDF) who can operate the three …