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India Foils Cyberattacks Targeting Welfare Platforms Amid Escalating Tensions with Pakistan

Pakistani hacker groups attempted to deface Indian websites linked to schools and veterans’ services, as cross-border firing continues in Jammu and Kashmir.

Officials said such repeated targeting of non-combatant platforms highlights Pakistan's growing frustration.
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Overview

  • Indian cybersecurity agencies neutralized multiple cyberattacks on May 1–2 by Pakistan-based groups targeting welfare and educational websites.
  • Hackers attempted to deface platforms like Army Public School Nagrota and Sunjuwan with inflammatory messages mocking victims of the April 22 Pahalgam terror attack.
  • Additional targets included websites serving ex-servicemen and veterans, reflecting a deliberate focus on vulnerable civilian infrastructure.
  • Indian Army responded proportionately to unprovoked small-arms fire by Pakistani troops along the Line of Control for the eighth consecutive night.
  • Tensions remain high following the Pahalgam attack that killed 26 civilians, with India fortifying both physical and digital defenses.