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Pakistan Calls Suspension of Indus Water Treaty an ‘Act of War’

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11 months ago

April 24, 2025

Following India’s announcement to suspend the Indus Water Treaty, Pakistan asserted on Thursday that such a move would be regarded as an “act of war.” In response, Pakistan outlined several measures including restricting its airspace for Indian flights and halting all trade activities.
After a high-level security committee meeting led by Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif, the Prime Minister’s Office declared that Islamabad would put all bilateral agreements with India—such as the Shimla Pact—on hold.

Additionally, Pakistan will immediately shut down the Wagah Border Post, thereby suspending all cross-border transit from India via this route.

Pakistan emphasized that India cannot unilaterally withdraw from the Indus treaty due to the involvement of international organizations such as the World Bank, and vowed to legally contest such a decision. The Prime Minister’s Office highlighted that water is a critical national interest for Pakistan and vital for its population of 240 million.

While condemning the recent Pahalgam incident and the loss of innocent lives, the committee dismissed New Delhi’s claims regarding Pakistan’s involvement in cross-border terrorism.

The number of diplomatic personnel at the Indian High Commission will be restricted to 30, a measure that will also apply to the Pakistan High Commission in India.

The committee resolved that the Pakistani government will engage with the World Bank and other international forums to address India’s unilateral suspension of the Indus Waters Treaty (IWT), reiterating that India lacks the authority to make such unilateral decisions since the World Bank is also a party to the agreement.

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UP Teen Dies in Street Racing Crash In Lucknow

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7 hours ago

March 16, 2026

Namma Kudla

Uttar Pradesh: A 17-year-old Class 12 student died in a road accident during a street race in Lucknow, Uttar Pradesh, on Sunday.

The victim, Naitik Kumar, was riding a Royal Enfield Continental GT 650 with a group of bikers near Janeshwar Mishra Park. While racing, he suddenly lost control of his bike after hitting something on the road.

His bike crashed into a Honda Activa in front of him. He then fell onto a road divider and suffered serious head injuries.

The Activa slid across the road and hit another bike, a Kawasaki Ninja, which was moving at high speed. The Ninja rider was adjusting his action camera when the accident happened.

Naitik Kumar was rushed to a nearby hospital, but doctors declared him dead. Police said he was not wearing proper protective gear.

Two others involved in the accident suffered minor injuries. Police are checking CCTV footage to find the exact cause of the crash.

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BCM Hostel Manager Dies by Suicide

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12 hours ago

March 16, 2026

Namma Kudla

Hassan: A hostel manager working under the Backward Classes Welfare Department died by suicide in Channarayapatna of Hassan district.

The deceased has been identified as Lokesh (45). He had been serving as a warden for two hostels in Guddenahalli, Hassan, and was recently promoted as a hostel manager a few days ago. Following the promotion, he was posted as the manager of the BCM hostel in Channarayapatna.

According to reports, Lokesh allegedly died by suicide by hanging himself at his residence on Saturday night.

The exact reason for his suicide is not yet known. Local police visited the spot, conducted a preliminary inspection, and have begun an investigation into the incident.