The conflicts between India and Pakistan have spanned decades and have involved territorial disputes, ideological divisions, and political tensions. Here’s a decade-by-decade overview:
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1940s
1947 – Partition and Independence: British India was divided into India and Pakistan. The partition caused massive communal violence and a refugee crisis. 1947–1948 – First Indo-Pak War: Fought over Jammu and Kashmir after tribal militias from Pakistan invaded the princely state. Ended with a UN-mediated ceasefire and the creation of the Line of Control (LoC).
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1950s
A period of relative calm, though tensions over Kashmir persisted. Diplomatic relations remained uneasy, and both countries started building their military capacities.
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1960s
1965 – Second Indo-Pak War: Pakistan launched Operation Gibraltar to infiltrate forces into Kashmir. The war ended in a stalemate with the Tashkent Agreement brokered by the Soviet Union.
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1970s
1971 – Bangladesh Liberation War and Third Indo-Pak War: Civil war in East Pakistan (now Bangladesh) escalated into a war with India. Result: Pakistan was defeated, and Bangladesh was created. 1974 – India’s first nuclear test (Smiling Buddha) increased regional tensions.
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1980s
Siachen Conflict (1984–present): India occupied key areas of the Siachen Glacier, which Pakistan also claimed. Growing insurgency in Indian-administered Kashmir, with alleged support from Pakistan.
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1990s
1999 – Kargil War: Pakistani soldiers and militants occupied positions on the Indian side of the LoC in Kargil. India recaptured the territory after intense fighting. 1998 – Both countries conducted nuclear tests, leading to global concern over a nuclear arms race.
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2000s
Multiple terrorist attacks in India linked to Pakistan-based groups (e.g., Parliament attack in 2001). 2001–2002 – Military standoff: After the Parliament attack, both countries mobilized troops but eventually pulled back. Peace talks resumed intermittently, but trust deficit remained.
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2010s
2016 – Uri attack: India blamed Pakistan-based terrorists. Conducted “surgical strikes” across the LoC. 2019 – Pulwama attack: A suicide bombing killed 40 Indian paramilitary personnel. India responded with Balakot airstrikes, followed by a dogfight where an Indian pilot was captured and later returned. India revoked Article 370 in Jammu and Kashmir, which Pakistan opposed strongly.
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2020s (so far)
No major wars, but diplomatic ties remain tense. Both countries have engaged in limited border skirmishes, cyber operations, and diplomatic rows. Trade and communication channels have largely been restricted or frozen since 2019.
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Pakistan has downed Indian aircraft on several occasions, primarily during conflicts and military standoffs. Here's a summary of the major incidents where Pakistan has downed Indian planes:
1. 1965 War Several aircraft were shot down on both sides during the Second Indo-Pak War.
Pakistan claims to have downed around 20 Indian aircraft.
India also shot down several Pakistani planes
2. 1971 War During the Third Indo-Pak War, both sides lost many aircraft.
Pakistan claimed it downed about 45–50 Indian planes, though independent estimates vary.
India also destroyed a significant number of Pakistani aircraft (around 90+ on the ground and in the air).
3. Kargil War (1999) One Indian MiG-27 crashed due to engine failure.
One MiG-21 was shot down by Pakistani forces, and the pilot was killed.
One Mi-17 helicopter was also shot down by a Pakistani surface-to-air missile.
➡️ Confirmed: 2 Indian aircraft shot down by Pakistan during Kargil.
4. Balakot Standoff (2019) After the Balakot airstrikes, the next day (Feb 27, 2019), Pakistan launched airstrikes and an aerial dogfight followed.
One Indian MiG-21 Bison was shot down by the Pakistan Air Force (PAF).
Pilot Wing Commander Abhinandan Varthaman was captured and later returned.
Pakistan claimed to have shot down a second Indian aircraft, but India denied this and independent evidence did not confirm it.
➡️ Confirmed: 1 Indian aircraft shot down (MiG-21) in 2019.
Total Confirmed Aircraft Shot Down by Pakistan: 1965 War: ~20+ (Pakistani claim; numbers disputed)
1971 War: ~45–50 (Pakistani claim; varies by source)
1999 Kargil: 2
2019 (Balakot): 1
✅ Minimum confirmed total (from reliable sources and widely accepted): At least 3–4 Indian aircraft (Kargil and post-2010) Dozens claimed during 1965 & 1971, though precise numbers vary.
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The conflicts between India and Pakistan have spanned decades and have involved territorial disputes, ideological divisions, and political tensions. Here’s a decade-by-decade overview:
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1940s
1947 – Partition and Independence: British India was divided into India and Pakistan. The partition caused massive communal violence and a refugee crisis.
1947–1948 – First Indo-Pak War: Fought over Jammu and Kashmir after tribal militias from Pakistan invaded the princely state. Ended with a UN-mediated ceasefire and the creation of the Line of Control (LoC).
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1950s
A period of relative calm, though tensions over Kashmir persisted.
Diplomatic relations remained uneasy, and both countries started building their military capacities.
---
1960s
1965 – Second Indo-Pak War: Pakistan launched Operation Gibraltar to infiltrate forces into Kashmir. The war ended in a stalemate with the Tashkent Agreement brokered by the Soviet Union.
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1970s
1971 – Bangladesh Liberation War and Third Indo-Pak War: Civil war in East Pakistan (now Bangladesh) escalated into a war with India. Result: Pakistan was defeated, and Bangladesh was created.
1974 – India’s first nuclear test (Smiling Buddha) increased regional tensions.
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1980s
Siachen Conflict (1984–present): India occupied key areas of the Siachen Glacier, which Pakistan also claimed.
Growing insurgency in Indian-administered Kashmir, with alleged support from Pakistan.
---
1990s
1999 – Kargil War: Pakistani soldiers and militants occupied positions on the Indian side of the LoC in Kargil. India recaptured the territory after intense fighting.
1998 – Both countries conducted nuclear tests, leading to global concern over a nuclear arms race.
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2000s
Multiple terrorist attacks in India linked to Pakistan-based groups (e.g., Parliament attack in 2001).
2001–2002 – Military standoff: After the Parliament attack, both countries mobilized troops but eventually pulled back.
Peace talks resumed intermittently, but trust deficit remained.
---
2010s
2016 – Uri attack: India blamed Pakistan-based terrorists. Conducted “surgical strikes” across the LoC.
2019 – Pulwama attack: A suicide bombing killed 40 Indian paramilitary personnel. India responded with Balakot airstrikes, followed by a dogfight where an Indian pilot was captured and later returned.
India revoked Article 370 in Jammu and Kashmir, which Pakistan opposed strongly.
---
2020s (so far)
No major wars, but diplomatic ties remain tense.
Both countries have engaged in limited border skirmishes, cyber operations, and diplomatic rows.
Trade and communication channels have largely been restricted or frozen since 2019.
---
Pakistan has downed Indian aircraft on several occasions, primarily during conflicts and military standoffs. Here's a summary of the major incidents where Pakistan has downed Indian planes:
1. 1965 War
Several aircraft were shot down on both sides during the Second Indo-Pak War.
Pakistan claims to have downed around 20 Indian aircraft.
India also shot down several Pakistani planes
2. 1971 War
During the Third Indo-Pak War, both sides lost many aircraft.
Pakistan claimed it downed about 45–50 Indian planes, though independent estimates vary.
India also destroyed a significant number of Pakistani aircraft (around 90+ on the ground and in the air).
3. Kargil War (1999)
One Indian MiG-27 crashed due to engine failure.
One MiG-21 was shot down by Pakistani forces, and the pilot was killed.
One Mi-17 helicopter was also shot down by a Pakistani surface-to-air missile.
➡️ Confirmed: 2 Indian aircraft shot down by Pakistan during Kargil.
4. Balakot Standoff (2019)
After the Balakot airstrikes, the next day (Feb 27, 2019), Pakistan launched airstrikes and an aerial dogfight followed.
One Indian MiG-21 Bison was shot down by the Pakistan Air Force (PAF).
Pilot Wing Commander Abhinandan Varthaman was captured and later returned.
Pakistan claimed to have shot down a second Indian aircraft, but India denied this and independent evidence did not confirm it.
➡️ Confirmed: 1 Indian aircraft shot down (MiG-21) in 2019.
Total Confirmed Aircraft Shot Down by Pakistan:
1965 War: ~20+ (Pakistani claim; numbers disputed)
1971 War: ~45–50 (Pakistani claim; varies by source)
1999 Kargil: 2
2019 (Balakot): 1
✅ Minimum confirmed total (from reliable sources and widely accepted):
At least 3–4 Indian aircraft (Kargil and post-2010)
Dozens claimed during 1965 & 1971, though precise numbers vary.
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