Following intense cross-border hostilities and international mediation, India and Pakistan agreed to a ceasefire effective from 5:00 pm IST on May 10, 2025. The announcement was made after a call between the Directors General of Military Operations (DGMO) of both countries.
Foreign Secretary Vikram Misri stated:
“The Director General of Military Operations (DGMO) of Pakistan called the Director General of Military Operations of India at 1535 hours IST earlier today. It was agreed between them that both sides would stop all firing and military action on land and in the air and sea with effect from 1700 hours Indian Standard Time today. Instructions have been given on both sides to give effect to the understanding.”
External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar further clarified India’s position:
“India and Pakistan have today worked out an understanding on stoppage of firing and military action. India has consistently maintained a firm and uncompromising stance against terrorism in all its forms and manifestations. It will continue to do so.”
Indian government sources have stressed that the ceasefire is conditional. There is no change in India’s position regarding diplomatic and economic measures against Pakistan, including the suspension of the Indus Waters Treaty. The ceasefire was initiated after Pakistan reached out for negotiations, but India’s “uncompromising stance against terrorism” remains unchanged. The over-six-decade-old water-sharing pact remains suspended. India will not resume water flow or other diplomatic agreements until credible action is taken by Pakistan against cross-border terrorism. The Ministry of Defence emphasized that every Pakistani misadventure has been met with strength and any future escalation will invite a decisive response. India’s recent military actions under Operation Sindoor targeted terror bases in Pakistan and Pakistan-occupied Kashmir, followed by Pakistan’s retaliatory drone and missile attacks.
The ceasefire follows a period of severe escalation, including missile and drone strikes, with casualties on both sides. International actors, particularly the United States, played a key role in brokering the truce. The agreement covers cessation of all hostilities on land, air, and sea, but does not extend to broader diplomatic or economic engagement at this stage.
India reiterated that its approach to terrorism is non-negotiable and uncompromising, regardless of the ceasefire. Any further talks or restoration of suspended agreements will depend on Pakistan’s verifiable actions against terrorism.