Following recent tensions and a ceasefire agreement, talks between India and Pakistan will be held exclusively between military officials, according to Indian sources. This decision underscores India's stance that discussions will focus solely on military matters and the implementation of the ceasefire.

The Director Generals of Military Operations (DGMOs) of both countries engaged in talks on Monday. These discussions aimed to address various aspects of the understanding reached on May 10, which led to the cessation of military actions and firing along the Line of Control (LoC) and the International Border. The DGMO-level talks, initially scheduled for noon, were later deferred to the evening. The reason for the delay was not immediately disclosed.

Prior to the DGMO talks, Prime Minister Narendra Modi chaired a high-level meeting to discuss the situation with Defence Minister Rajnath Singh, External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar, National Security Advisor Ajit Doval, the Chief of Defence Staff, and the Chiefs of all three services. This meeting highlights the importance India is placing on the dialogue and the situation along its border with Pakistan.

The recent tensions were triggered by India's "Operation Sindoor," launched on May 7 in response to a terror attack in Pahalgam, where 26 people were killed. India claimed the operation targeted and destroyed nine terrorist infrastructures in Pakistan and Pakistan-occupied Kashmir. Pakistan disputed these claims, asserting that the strikes hit civilian sites.

Air Marshal AK Bharti emphasized the effectiveness of India's multi-layered air defense system during "Operation Sindoor," which included the deployment of point-defense weapons, MANPADS, short-range surface-to-air missiles, air defense fighter jets, and long-range surface-to-air missile systems. He highlighted the "stellar performance" of the indigenous Akash air defense system.

The Indian Army accused Pakistan of violating the ceasefire agreement shortly after it was established and warned of a firm response to any further breaches. Pakistan, however, denied these violations. Despite the ceasefire, some schools near the border remain closed.

Chief Minister Omar Abdullah of Jammu & Kashmir stated that residents who had left their homes due to Pakistani shelling could now return, given the military understanding between the two countries. He also dismissed Pakistani propaganda, asserting that the reality of the situation was known to the world.

While international stakeholders have urged de-escalation, India has maintained that diplomatic contacts with Pakistan have not been severed. Both countries continue to host each other's diplomatic missions despite the recent military clashes.