The news comes after Thursday's IPL clash between Punjab Kings and Delhi Capitals in Dharamsala was abandoned midway through the first innings.
At this time, the tournament is only expected to be suspended for one week.
"Further updates regarding the new schedule and venues of the tournament will be announced in due course," Devajit Saikia, honorary secretary of the Indian cricket board (BCCI), said in a statement.
"While cricket remains a national passion, there is nothing greater than the nation and its sovereignty, integrity and security of our country," the statement added.
The airport at Dharamsala has been shut down with players and staff of both teams traveling back Delhi by a special train organised by the IPL on Friday morning.
There have been 58 completed matches played at this year's tournament and the suspension comes with 12 games remaining in the group stages.
The Gujarat Titans are currently sitting at the top of the IPL standings while Rajasthan, Chennai Super Kings and Sunrisers Hyderabad had already been eliminated from contention for a berth in the playoffs.
Former Proteas captain Faf du Plessis has confirmed that he will not put his name in the auction for the 2026 Indian Premier League, and has instead decided to play in the Pakistan Super League.
Former India player Abhishek Nayar has been appointed head coach of the Kolkata Knight Riders in the Indian Premier League.
New Zealand veteran Kane Williamson has been signed by Indian Premier League franchise Lucknow Super Giants, albeit in a different role
In a major coup for the Big Bash League, Sydney Thunder have signed former India spinner Ravichandran Ashwin on a two-year deal.
