WEB DESK: Indian markets plummeted by ₹6.9 trillion ($83 billion) within just 48 hours — a day before any military strikes were confirmed. The Nifty 500 index saw widespread red, with major players like Reliance, HDFC, and banking stocks experiencing significant declines.
Missile Strikes Hit Key Locations in India
Pakistan launched a precise missile strike campaign dubbed “Bunyan um Marsoos.” Using Fateh-1 rockets and Babur cruise missiles, Pakistani forces targeted strategic Indian sites including Pathankot, Udhampur, Uri, Adampur, Nagrota, KG Top, and Beas. Real-time reports and Reuters confirm multiple impacts, with secondary explosions in regions like Jammu and Rajouri.
Notably, India’s advanced S-400 radar installation in Srinagar was reportedly destroyed, raising concerns over air defense capabilities in the region.
A Silence from Delhi Amidst the Chaos
As missiles rained down, there was an eerie silence from New Delhi, fueling speculation about the full scope of the conflict. Meanwhile, Pakistan’s military and cyber forces launched an extensive digital assault.
Cyber Warfare Unleashed
over 10 SCADA systems were targeted and rendered inoperative, leading to widespread disruptions across critical infrastructure.
Approximately 1,744 servers were wiped clean, compromising sensitive data and operational capabilities. The assault also took 13 government websites offline, hindering communication and public information dissemination.
Railway control systems experienced failures, causing significant delays and safety concerns, while power grids were throttled, plunging multiple cities into darkness. In Mumbai, infrastructure systems shifted abruptly to emergency backup modes, highlighting the severity of the breach and the growing threat of cyber warfare targeting national security.
Simultaneously, satellite and signal disruptions became evident. GPS spoofing, signal jamming, and satellite blinding tactics were employed to disorient Indian defense and communication networks.
Information War and Deep Strategy
In the digital battlefield, Pakistan engaged in narrative warfare—hacking databases, manipulating data, and controlling the information flow. The global community watched as India’s infrastructure struggled to respond.
A Mysterious Flight and Speculations
Amidst the chaos, whispers emerged that India’s initial military response might have missed its true target. Minutes before the conflict erupted, a VIP flight departed from Nur Khan Airbase, reportedly carrying cricket players rather than military officials. Coincidence or calculated distraction? Experts remain divided.
A New Era of Warfare
This conflict exemplifies the rise of fifth-generation warfare—where cyber, electronic, and information domains are as critical as traditional military assets. Pakistan’s approach relies on firmware, fiber optics, and frequency manipulation, eschewing tanks and treaties for fear and technological dominance.
