Goa, May 8 -- In a major escalation following India's strikes on terror hideouts in Pakistan and Pakistan-occupied Kashmir, Pakistan launched a series of coordinated attacks on Thursday evening targeting over a dozen locations in Jammu, including the civil airport and military areas. The attacks involved artillery shelling, drones, and missile strikes. Eight surface-to-surface missiles were launched but were successfully intercepted mid-air by India's S-400 air defence system, preventing any casualties or damage.

The situation remained tense as Pakistani drones were also downed near Jammu University, and shelling was reported in several regions including Kupwara, Udhampur, and Pathankot. Air raid sirens and blackouts were initiated in se...