India, Pakistan military talks amid border ceasefire

Top military officials from India and Pakistan are set to hold talks on Monday in a bid to reinforce a newly brokered ceasefire, which has brought a tentative calm to one of the world’s most volatile borders after the most intense cross-border hostilities in nearly three decades.

The conversation between the Director Generals of Military Operations (DGMOs) is scheduled for 12:00 PM local time (06:30 GMT), India’s Ministry of External Affairs confirmed on Saturday. The dialogue is expected to focus on measures to maintain the ceasefire and prevent further escalation.

The ceasefire, announced on Saturday following heavy diplomatic pressure led by U.S. President Donald Trump, appears to be holding. Sunday night was the first in several days without any reported shelling or gunfire, according to the Indian Army.

Despite the pause in violence, tensions remain high. Some schools along the border remain closed, and Indian military officials say they remain on alert. On Sunday, India lodged a formal concern via the military hotline, alleging a ceasefire violation by Pakistani forces earlier that day. A senior Indian officer warned that any further provocations would be "firmly dealt with."

Pakistan’s military denied any breach of the agreement.

The Himalayan region where the clashes erupted remains a long-standing flashpoint. Both India and Pakistan claim the territory in full but administer separate portions. Ceasefires in the past have often been short-lived, with violations frequently reported by both sides.

Monday’s DGMO-level talks are viewed as a key test of each nation’s commitment to de-escalation and long-term peace.