Operation Sindoor

India-Pakistan Military Conflict Timeline

May 6-10, 2025

87 Hours of Combat Operations
Indian Operations
Pakistani Operations
Diplomatic/International
Night of May 6-7, 2025
1:04 AM
Operation Sindoor Begins
IAF strikes two main targets:
  • Markaz Taiba - Lashkar-e-Taiba HQ at Muridke near Lahore
  • Markaz Subhan Allah - Bahawalpur, Punjab (158km from border)
Armed forces strike 7 additional targets: Sargh at Terakala, Mehmuna Joya, Barnala camp in Bimber, Abbas camp Koti, Sa Bilal at Muzaffarabad, and Savala infiltration point.
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1:26 AM
All Strikes Completed
All 9 targets hit in just 22 minutes. Unlike Balakot, comprehensive photographic evidence captured via positioned drones. Local residents in Bahawalpur and Muridke also captured visuals.
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1:44 AM
Official Indian Statement
PIB announces Operation Sindoor. Clarifies only terror targets hit, Pakistani military infrastructure untouched. Action described as non-escalatory and proportionate.
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2:05 AM
Pakistan's First Response
Lt Gen Emma Sharif Chaudhry (DG ISPR) claims India struck Bahawalpur, Koti, and Muzaffarabad (inaccurate - Koti and Muzaffarabad weren't air-struck, Muridke not mentioned). Vows India's "temporary pleasure will turn into enduring grief."
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8:30 AM
Artillery Exchanges Begin
Pakistan's Information Minister claims India "waved white flag on LOC." Heavy artillery fire in Punch-Rajouri area. 15 Indian civilians killed in Punch-Tangdhar area. Gurdwara, convent, and madrassa hit by untargeted shelling. India retaliates in kind.
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9:50 AM
Pakistani Claims Escalate
DG ISPR claims 26 Pakistani civilians killed, blames "Hindutva agenda of Narendra Modi." Alleges 5 Indian jets downed (3 Rafale, 1 MiG-29, 1 Su-30) and 1 Heron combat drone destroyed.
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10:30 AM
First Indian Briefing
Foreign Secretary Vikram Misri leads briefing with Army's Lonel Sophia Qureshi and IAF's Wing Commander Yumika Singh.
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10:10 PM
PM Sharif's Address
Pakistani PM Shehbaz Sharif addresses nation, claims Pakistan "brought India to its knees in a few hours." States India will face consequences.
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10:30 PM
Neelum-Jhelum Allegation
Pakistan alleges India struck Neelum-Jhelum power project (later established as false). Indian side suspects this was excuse to target India's Kishenganga project.
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May 8, 2025
12:30 AM
Trump Offers Mediation
Donald Trump comments that both sides are "tit for tat" and offers to help de-escalate the situation.
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1:00 AM
NSA Contact Confirmed
Pakistani FM Ishaq Dar informs TRT World that NSAs of both countries are in contact. Lt Gen A. Malik recently appointed Pakistan's NSA after Pulwama incident.
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2:00 AM - Dawn
Major SEAD Operations
Near Amritsar: "lights out" advisory issued, Golden Temple asked to dim lights. Missile debris found in Jethal village. Possible S-400 first combat use - IAF claims hit on large Pakistani aircraft (AWACS/ELINT) deep inside Pakistan. Israeli Harop and Harpy drones deployed for radar hunting.
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11:30 AM
Kamikaze Drone Success
Visual emerges of suicide/kamikaze drone (radar seeker equipped) striking Pakistani radar and HQ-9 missile battery at Walton Road airport - significant setback for Pakistan.
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12:00 PM
Pakistan Acknowledges Threat
ISPR briefing acknowledges Indian drones over radars and missile systems. Claims 12 Harop drones shot down across 8 locations: Lahore, Attock, Gujarala (300km inside Pakistan), Chakwal, Rawalpindi, Bahawalpur, Mianwali, and Malir Cantonment near Karachi. 4 military personnel injured at Lahore radar.
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2:15 PM
Escalating Claims
DG ISPR claims 25 Harop drones downed, states "enemy is panicked by loss of five jets and its personnel."
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5:30 PM
Comprehensive Defense Success
Indian briefing reveals Pakistan targeted 14 locations overnight: Avantipora, Srinagar, Jammu, Pathankot, Amritsar, Kapurthala, Nal, Jalandhar, Adampur, Bathinda, Chandigarh, Phodi, Uttarlai, and Bhuj. All incoming Pakistani drones and missiles intercepted. Lahore air defense system neutralized. Confirmed hits: 2 command centers, 6 radars, AWACS hanger at Bolari, several F-16s under maintenance.
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6:00 PM
Pakistan's Retaliation Threat
Pakistani FM Ishaq Dar asserts right to retaliate, claims self-defense, states they "did not escalate last night."
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6:45 PM
Defense Minister's Ultimatum
Pakistani Defense Minister (likely Khawaja Asif) tells Reuters that India's drone incursions make Pakistani attacks "increasingly certain." States since India inflicted damage, India "must take a hit."
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7:30 PM
US Diplomatic Intervention
Secretary of State Marco Rubio calls Pakistani PM Shehbaz Sharif. Pakistan emphasizes self-defense rights, US urges de-escalation and direct dialogue.
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8:35 PM
Heavy Pakistani Assault
During joint ISPR-FM briefing, heavy volley of loitering munitions and drones attack Amritsar and border districts. Claims India fired 4 projectiles in Amritsar (India denies). Alleges anti-Sikh sentiment incitement. Jammu city under "very heavy attack."
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9:20 PM
Nankana Sahib Claim
Pakistan claims shooting down 29 Indian drones total, alleges one Indian drone targeting Nankana Sahib Gurudwara was taken out, continuing efforts to "instigate Sikhs."
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10:00 PM
Rubio Calls Jaishankar
US Secretary of State calls Indian External Affairs Minister S. Jaishankar.
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10:11 PM
Night Attacks Continue
Pakistan targets Jammu, Pathankot, and Udhampur with missiles and drones - all neutralized. Disclosed by India's Headquarters Integrated Defense Staff.
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11:00 PM
State Department Statement
Spokesperson Tammy Bruce confirms Rubio called both sides, urged de-escalation, expressed support for direct dialogue. India maintains actions against terrorism, Pakistan claims settling scores over civilian lives.
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May 9, 2025
2:00 AM
US Stance Shifts
JD Vance tells Fox the situation is "none of our business" and US has no control over it.
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2:15 AM
Pakistani Denial
Pakistan's Foreign Office denies Indian claims of attacks on Indian air bases (Jaisalmer, Srinagar, Pathankot), labels them "reckless propaganda."
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8:15 AM
Ambassador Confirms Contact
Pakistani Ambassador to US Rizwan Sayed informs CNN that the two NSAs are in contact.
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1:00 PM
Drone Count Claims
Pakistani state media claims Pakistan has taken down 77 Indian drones total (29 on May 8th, 8 on May 9th).
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2:20 PM
Defense Minister's Admission
Khawaja Asif at National Assembly admits Indian drones were detecting Pakistani radar locations. Reveals drones weren't immediately intercepted but shot down once they "lost their way." Pakistan forced to switch off radars as precaution.
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5:30 PM
Turkish Drone Evidence
Indian briefing reveals Turkish drones used by Pakistan (debris found). Armed Pakistani drone attempted to attack Bathinda military station but was intercepted.
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8:00 PM
Massive Drone Swarms
Large swarms of Pakistani drones mixed with loitering munitions cross into almost all Indian border districts. Strike in Ferozepur injures family of three, two later die.
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8:15 PM
Tri-Service Press Conference
DG ISPR leads tri-service briefing with Air Vice Marshal Aurangzeb Ahmed (PAF operations chief). Present "evidence" of shooting down 5 Indian aircraft.
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11:50 PM
Saudi Involvement
Ishaq Dar expresses appreciation for Saudi Arabia's involvement in peacemaking efforts.
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May 10, 2025 - Final Day
12:15 AM
Major Missile Interception
Dramatic video shows interception of sizable Pakistani missile flying over Sirsa, presumed targeting Delhi area. Intercepted by Indian anti-missile defenses (possibly Akash, Barak, or S-400). This provocation likely provided IAF clearance to retaliate.
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1:30 AM
Failed Strike on S-400
Two JF-17s deep inside Pakistan launch C-400 missiles at S-400 batteries at Adampur. One intercepted, another exploded in fields leaving crater. Zero evidence of S-400 damage (later confirmed by PM Modi visit with intact S-400). Large volume of other Pakistani missiles launched at various targets - all neutralized. Pakistan's hope to "pulverize India in 48 hours" fails.
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2:00 AM
False Ballistic Missile Claims
DG ISPR Emma Sharif Chaudhry claims India launched 6 ballistic missiles targeting Amritsar, accusing India of targeting Sikhs. Claims one missile hit Afghanistan (denied by Afghan government). This served as cover for Pakistani missiles in that direction.
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2:00 AM
Major Air Base Strikes
First Indian attacks on Pakistani air bases:
  • Nur Khan - Near Rawalpindi, close to General HQ and nuclear command center
  • Murid (Chakwal) and Rafiqui (Shorekot) air bases hit
Despite evidence, DG ISPR claims bases are "safe." Nuclear storage sites avoided due to bilateral treaty.
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2:15 AM
Nur Khan Base Burning
First visuals of Nur Khan air base burning posted by local Pakistani civilians, contradicting official denials.
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4:02 AM
Fajr Prayer Timing
Fajr prayer time in Pakistan. Pakistan later claims they planned "Bunan-ul-Mus" operation only after prayers, despite kinetic actions starting hours earlier.
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4:30 AM
Operation Bunan-ul-Mus
Information Minister Attaullah Tarar officially announces launch of "Bunan-ul-Mus" operation.
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5:45 AM
Defense Ministry Briefing Postponed
Indian MOD calls correspondents for urgent briefing but postpones to regular time, indicating immediate Pakistani threat had passed and was successfully countered.
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7:30 AM
False S-400 Hit Claim
DG ISPR claims S-400 battery at Adampur was hit (false claim).
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8:00 AM
Operation End Depends on India
Ishaq Dar tells Geo TV that operation started today would end depending on India's wishes. States Pakistan had no choice but to retaliate for attacks on Nur Khan and other bases.
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8:42 AM
Khasa Cantonment Attack
Indian Army reports Pakistan targeted Khasa Cantt in Amritsar at 5:00 AM with multiple drones - all taken down.
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8:45 AM
Rubio Calls General Munir
Marco Rubio calls General Munir, recognizing him as the effective power holder in Pakistan.
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9:07 AM
S-400 Status Confirmed
India issues statement denying any damage to S-400 batteries, confirming they are "intact."
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9:30 AM
Ceasefire Request Delays
Request for another call (possibly ceasefire) comes from Pakistani side. IAF desires few more hours of action, Indian authorities delay the call.
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10:20 AM
Rubio Calls Dar Again
Marco Rubio makes another call to Pakistani FM Ishaq Dar.
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10:45 AM
Comprehensive Strike Success
Indian briefing confirms successful strikes on multiple targets: Rafiqui, Murid, Chaklala, Rahim Yar Khan, Sukkur, Chunian (radar site), and other radar sites at Pasrur and Sialkot.
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11:40 AM
Rubio Calls Jaishankar Again
Marco Rubio makes another call to Indian External Affairs Minister S. Jaishankar.
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12:17 PM
Saudi Mediation
Ishaq Dar announces conversation with Saudi Foreign Minister Faisal bin Farhan, who inquires if Pakistan wishes to continue war or agree to ceasefire. Dar responds ceasefire acceptable if India agrees.
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12:34 PM
Nuclear Option Ruled Out
Defense Minister Khawaja Asif states "nuclear option is not on the cards." Downplays Nur Khan damage, claiming "only a car was hit."
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12:37 PM
Pakistani High Commission Request
MEA spokesperson Randhir Jaiswal later reveals Pakistani High Commission in Delhi requested DGMO-to-DGMO call. India's stance: no intention of escalating beyond May 7th terror sites, Pakistan chose to continue, so they should initiate ceasefire request.
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3:30 PM
DGMO Ceasefire Call
Call between two DGMOs takes place (delayed due to "technical difficulties" on Pakistani side). Both sides agree to ceasefire.
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3:35 PM
Ceasefire Concluded
Ceasefire call concluded. Neither India nor Pakistan officially announced the ceasefire. Donald Trump later tweets claiming both sides agreed to "immediate ceasefire," taking personal credit, which had unintended consequences for India-US relations.
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🕊️ CEASEFIRE AGREED - 3:35 PM MAY 10, 2025 🕊️