NEW DELHI: For the second night in a row, Pakistan on early Friday launched multiple missiles and drones targeting various locations in Jammu and Kashmir and border areas, with Indian air defense systems successfully intercepting all threats. The attacks included eight missiles directed at Satwari, Samba, RS Pura, and Arnia regions.
Explosions were heard as Indian air defense units intercepted Pakistani drones in Udhampur, Jammu and Kashmir. Similar interceptions occurred in Jaisalmer, where explosions and flashes were visible in the sky.
Authorities implemented complete blackouts in multiple areas including Bikaner in Rajasthan, Jalandhar in Punjab, and several locations in Kishtwar, Akhnoor, Samba and Jammu of J&K.
The attacks followed 'Operation Sindoor', which targeted terrorist infrastructure in Pakistan and Pakistan-occupied Jammu and Kashmir (PoJK) in response to the Pahalgam terror attack that claimed 26 lives including that of Nepali tourist.in
Pakistani forces also targeted Jammu with loitering munitions, prompting Indian Air Defence guns to return fire.
How did India intercept the attacks?
India has developed a comprehensive arsenal including the S-400 Triumf , Barak-8, Akash, and Spyder systems, while Pakistan has shifted towards Chinese military equipment with over 80% of its arms imports coming from China between 2014 and 2024.
Air defence systems, crucial military installations designed to protect against aerial threats, have become increasingly sophisticated with multiple defensive layers working together.
Modern air defence networks comprise several key components including radar systems for primary detection and early warning systems for data gathering. Command and control centres act as the brain of these systems, processing information and coordinating defensive responses through advanced computers and communication equipment.
Surface-to-air missiles form the primary weapon systems in air defence, ranging from short-range to long-range capabilities. Mobile air defence units provide tactical flexibility with vehicle-mounted radar, missiles, and command systems for quick repositioning.
India's air defence arsenal includes the S-400 Triumf system with a 380-km range, with three squads deployed under a Rs 40,000 crore deal with Russia in October 2018. Two additional squads have been delayed until 2026-27 due to the Russia-Ukraine war.
The Barak-8 MR-SAM system, jointly developed with Israel with a range exceeding 70 km, is being inducted by the IAF, Navy, and Army under projects initially worth Rs 30,000 crore.
The indigenous Akash system, with a 25-km range, has been extensively deployed by the IAF with 15 squads and the Army with 4 regiments, representing investments of Rs 10,900 crore and Rs 22,340 crore respectively.
India's shorter-range systems include the Israeli Spyder with a 15-km range, Russian Igla-S with 6-km range, and older systems like Igla-1M, OSA-AK-M, Pechora missiles, and upgraded L-70 anti-aircraft guns.
Harpy drone to tackle China-made Pakistan weapons
Pakistan has significantly strengthened its military ties with China, importing various weapons systems including main battle tanks, air defence systems, fighter jets, drones, frigates, and submarines. These deals often include technology sharing and joint production arrangements.
Pakistan's air defence capabilities have been enhanced with the induction of Chinese HQ-9 series long-range surface-to-air missiles. In 2021, Pakistan inducted the HQ-9/P SAM with approximately 125 km range, followed by the deployment of the HQ-9BE variant with an extended range of over 250 km by 2022.
The Israeli-made Harpy drone, reportedly used by Indian forces against Pakistani air defence and radar targets, represents a specialized category of loitering munitions. These unmanned vehicles can remain airborne for up to 9 hours, traveling at speeds over 400 kmph while carrying a 16kg warhead.
Israel Aerospace Industries designed the Harpy specifically for suppression and destruction of enemy air defences. The drone operates autonomously, detecting and targeting radiation emissions from systems such as radars.
Explosions were heard as Indian air defense units intercepted Pakistani drones in Udhampur, Jammu and Kashmir. Similar interceptions occurred in Jaisalmer, where explosions and flashes were visible in the sky.
Authorities implemented complete blackouts in multiple areas including Bikaner in Rajasthan, Jalandhar in Punjab, and several locations in Kishtwar, Akhnoor, Samba and Jammu of J&K.
The attacks followed 'Operation Sindoor', which targeted terrorist infrastructure in Pakistan and Pakistan-occupied Jammu and Kashmir (PoJK) in response to the Pahalgam terror attack that claimed 26 lives including that of Nepali tourist.in
Pakistani forces also targeted Jammu with loitering munitions, prompting Indian Air Defence guns to return fire.
How did India intercept the attacks?
India has developed a comprehensive arsenal including the S-400 Triumf , Barak-8, Akash, and Spyder systems, while Pakistan has shifted towards Chinese military equipment with over 80% of its arms imports coming from China between 2014 and 2024.
Air defence systems, crucial military installations designed to protect against aerial threats, have become increasingly sophisticated with multiple defensive layers working together.
Modern air defence networks comprise several key components including radar systems for primary detection and early warning systems for data gathering. Command and control centres act as the brain of these systems, processing information and coordinating defensive responses through advanced computers and communication equipment.
Surface-to-air missiles form the primary weapon systems in air defence, ranging from short-range to long-range capabilities. Mobile air defence units provide tactical flexibility with vehicle-mounted radar, missiles, and command systems for quick repositioning.
India's air defence arsenal includes the S-400 Triumf system with a 380-km range, with three squads deployed under a Rs 40,000 crore deal with Russia in October 2018. Two additional squads have been delayed until 2026-27 due to the Russia-Ukraine war.
The Barak-8 MR-SAM system, jointly developed with Israel with a range exceeding 70 km, is being inducted by the IAF, Navy, and Army under projects initially worth Rs 30,000 crore.
The indigenous Akash system, with a 25-km range, has been extensively deployed by the IAF with 15 squads and the Army with 4 regiments, representing investments of Rs 10,900 crore and Rs 22,340 crore respectively.
India's shorter-range systems include the Israeli Spyder with a 15-km range, Russian Igla-S with 6-km range, and older systems like Igla-1M, OSA-AK-M, Pechora missiles, and upgraded L-70 anti-aircraft guns.
Harpy drone to tackle China-made Pakistan weapons
Pakistan has significantly strengthened its military ties with China, importing various weapons systems including main battle tanks, air defence systems, fighter jets, drones, frigates, and submarines. These deals often include technology sharing and joint production arrangements.
Pakistan's air defence capabilities have been enhanced with the induction of Chinese HQ-9 series long-range surface-to-air missiles. In 2021, Pakistan inducted the HQ-9/P SAM with approximately 125 km range, followed by the deployment of the HQ-9BE variant with an extended range of over 250 km by 2022.
The Israeli-made Harpy drone, reportedly used by Indian forces against Pakistani air defence and radar targets, represents a specialized category of loitering munitions. These unmanned vehicles can remain airborne for up to 9 hours, traveling at speeds over 400 kmph while carrying a 16kg warhead.
Israel Aerospace Industries designed the Harpy specifically for suppression and destruction of enemy air defences. The drone operates autonomously, detecting and targeting radiation emissions from systems such as radars.
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