India-Pakistan Ceasefire Agreement 2025: Kashmir Border Truce Takes Effect at 5 PM
Last Updated: May 10, 2025 18:30 IST | Source: Government of India
Key Details of the Ceasefire Agreement
In a major development to de-escalate India-Pakistan tensions, both nations agreed to a complete ceasefire across the Line of Control (LoC) and international border effective 5:00 PM IST on May 10, 2025. The breakthrough followed direct talks between:
- Indian DGMO Lt. Gen. Anup Banerji
- Pakistani DGMO Maj. Gen. Ahmed Sharif
Timeline of Events: How the Ceasefire Was Negotiated
🕒 3:30 PM IST: Pakistan initiates DGMO hotline contact
🕔 5:00 PM IST: Ceasefire implemented across land, air, and sea borders
🕕 5:57 PM IST: Donald Trump claims US mediation on Truth Social
🗓️ May 12: Next DGMO talks scheduled at 12 PM IST
US Mediation Claims vs. Bilateral Talks: What India Says
While former US President Donald Trump asserted the ceasefire resulted from "US-mediated talks", Indian Foreign Secretary Vikram Misri clarified:
"This agreement was reached through direct military-to-military communication between India and Pakistan. All actions are being taken bilaterally."
FAQ Section
❓ What time does the India-Pakistan ceasefire start?
🕔 The 2025 ceasefire took effect at 5:00 PM Indian Standard Time (IST) on Saturday, May 10.
❓ Did the US mediate the 2025 India-Pakistan ceasefire?
While Donald Trump claimed US involvement, India maintains the agreement was reached through direct DGMO-level talks without third-party mediation.
❓ How long will the ceasefire last?
⏳ Both sides have agreed to maintain the truce until at least May 12, when military officials will hold follow-up discussions.
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