India intercepts more than 300 drones at 36 areas that the Pakistani military had targeted

According to officials, Pakistan launched simultaneous drone operations on May 8 and India successfully intercepted at least 300–400 drones at over 36 locations across multiple cities. Over the course of 48 hours, India's air defense system successfully intercepted two waves of Pakistani drones and missiles that were aimed at military installations in Punjab, Rajasthan, and Jammu & Kashmir.

Cities in Punjab and Rajasthan, which have traditionally shared borders with Pakistan, as well as Jammu and Kashmir, heard air raid sirens. Additionally, a total blackout of cities and border towns was mandated.