India and Pakistan Exchange Cross-Border Fire Following Pahalgam Attack: Live Updates

Date: April 25, 2025

Tensions take one more flared between India and Pakistan after a militant attack in Pahalgam, Jammu and Kashmir. Reports of cross-border firing along the Line of Control (LoC) started pouring in hours of the threat, creating fears of an all-out escalation.

Here’s a full breakdown of what happened, why it matters, and what comes next.

What Triggered the Cross-Border Fire?

On April 24, a militant attack ambushed an Indian paramilitary convoy in the vicinity of Pahalgam, a South Kashmir town famous for its tourism. Five personnel were killed and some others injured in the attack. The attackers were reportedly well-trained and equipped with high-grade weapons — raising suspicion of cross-border involvement.

India has still not officially identified the group behind the attack, But first information reveals linkages to Pakistan-based terror groups.

Hours after the attack, Indian military forces allegedly opened retaliatory fire across the LoC, saying they were targeting militant launch pads. Pakistan retaliated with its own shelling, accusing India of violating the 2021 ceasefire agreement.

What's Continuing On the Line of Control?

By April 25, several sectors — Poonch, Rajouri, and Uri — had watched exports of fire and shelling. Both sides blamed the other for opening fire and targetingHuman cracks.

Indian officials reported that some military posts had been damaged and a few soldiers injured. Pakistani sources said three of their troops had been killed and some civilians had been driven out of their homes by the Indian attack.

Local sources in the vicinity of the LoC paint a Building provide a hazy image. destroyed, families displaced, schools closed, and fear escalating in border towns.

What About the Ceasefire Agreement?

The India-Pakistan ceasefire agreement of 2021 was considered a diplomatic success. For two years, the border lay mostly quiet, and civilians got some relief from the constant sparring in before.

Its serenity comes then to be threatened.

India believes to the Pahalgam attack breaks the spirit of the ceasefire — particularly if militants are found to have crossed over or received help from the other side. Pakistan, ever, wants that it is being unfairly blamed and that its military action was purely retaliatory.

What's the Global Reaction?

The rest of the world is holding its breath. The United country's demanded restraint and both countries take note to prevent further escalation. The U.S. State Department weighed in, making a call for diplomatic diplomacy, while China asked that two country's to "preserve regional peace."

There has still to be a sign that either country is building up towards an all-out conflict, but miscalculation remains likely — especially when tempers on each side are flaring.

How Are Civilians Affected?

Perhaps the heaviest price is being paid by people who reside along the LoC.

Dozens of families have been forced to move out of border village in a result of the shelling. Emergency camps are being established, and local officials are providing food and supplies. Tourism — a source of livelihood for locals — has overnight collapsed in Pahalgam. Bookings have been canceled, shops are closed, and A high security blanket now covers the town.

For others, this attack has reopened wounds.

 What Happens Next?

Though both governments had stated an intent not to go to all-out war, circumstances are volatile. A lot It rely on how investigations into the Pahalgam attack progress — and if or there are no clear links to teams on the other side of the border can be made.

Until that time, everyone's eyes will be on the LoC, waiting and hoping that the Fresh transaction is not escalate into something much, much worse.