Dhaka, May 7 -- Rising tensions between India and Pakistan following India's missile strikes on targets in Pakistan-administered territory early Wednesday have prompted several Asian airlines to cancel or divert flights.

Air India suspended operations to and from multiple cities-Jammu, Srinagar, Leh, Jodhpur, Amritsar, Bhuj, Jamnagar, Chandigarh, and Rajkot-citing airport closures amid the heightened tensions. The national carrier announced that these suspensions would remain in place until May 10.

Malaysia's national airline has also cancelled flights to Amritsar, India, according to local outlet The Star. "We will continue to take all necessary measures to ensure safe and reliable operations," the airline told The Star, adding that th...