Tensions between New Delhi and Islamabad remained high on Thursday after India’s assault on parts of Punjab and Pakistan-administered Kashmir – igniting fears as both nations stand on the brink of a wider conflict.

Tensions have risen between the nuclear-armed neighbors since an attack on Hindu tourists in Indian Kashmir last month.

Sixteen innocent lives have been lost, including three women and five children, due to Pakistani firing so far. Here too, India was compelled to respond to bring Mortar and Artillery fire from Pakistan to a halt.