On January 13, 2026, multiple suspected Pakistani drones were sighted along the Line of Control (LoC) in Jammu and Kashmir's Rajouri district, leading to a swift response from the Indian Army. Troops deployed in sectors like Keri and Dungala-Nabla detected the aerial objects and opened fire as part of standard operating procedures, attempting to neutralize the perceived threat. This marks at least the second such incident within 48 hours, with other sightings reported in Samba, Poonch, and Nowshera districts over the preceding days. The drone activity triggered a high alert across the border areas, with security forces initiating intensive search operations in Rajouri and neighboring Poonch districts to ensure no weapons, narcotics, or other suspicious materials were dropped. The incidents occurred hours after Indian Army Chief General Upendra Dwivedi issued a strong warning to Pakistan against cross-border provocations and UAV intrusions, stating that such activities were "not acceptable" and that India had conveyed its concerns during Director General of Military Operations level talks. Past incidents have seen the recovery of arms consignments, including pistols, magazines, rounds, and grenades, allegedly dropped by drones originating from Pakistan, underscoring the serious security implications of these sightings. The heightened vigilance extends to counter-terror operations and preparations for upcoming Republic Day celebrations.