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NDTV
15-05-2025
- Politics
- NDTV
Pakistan "Pleads" With India To Reconsider Indus Waters Treaty Suspension
New Delhi: Pakistan has reportedly written a letter to India, urging it to reconsider the decision to put the Indus Waters Treaty into abeyance. Pakistan's Ministry of Water Resources has reportedly written a letter to New Delhi to resume the flow of rivers into its territory under the Indus Waters Treaty, reports have claimed. The Indus Waters Treaty is a pivotal water-sharing accord that has endured for more than six decades. The plea comes after India halted the 1960 agreement in the wake of yet another Pakistan-backed terrorist attack, this time in Jammu and Kashmir's Pahalgam on April 22, which left 26 civilians dead, mostly tourists. India, invoking its national security prerogative, has placed the treaty in abeyance until Islamabad "credibly and irrevocably" ends its support for terrorism. The move was endorsed by the Cabinet Committee on Security (CCS), the apex decision-making body on strategic affairs, marking the first time New Delhi has hit pause on the World Bank-brokered agreement. In a letter sent to the Ministry of External Affairs, the Pakistani Ministry warned that suspending the treaty would trigger a crisis within the country. Prime Minister Narendra Modi, in his first address since Operation Sindoor, underlined the government's uncompromising position. "Water and blood cannot flow together," he declared. "Terror and talks cannot happen at the same time. Terror and trade cannot happen simultaneously." However, Indian officials have dismissed these concerns, pointing to Pakistan's longstanding use of terrorism as a state policy. The treaty allocates three western rivers, Indus, Jhelum, and Chenab, to Pakistan, while the eastern rivers - Sutlej, Beas, and Ravi, remain with India. India has now announced a three-tier strategy -- short-term, mid-term, and long-term to prevent any flow of Indus waters into Pakistan. Union Jal Shakti Minister CR Paatil said that steps are being taken to ensure that not a single drop of water is allowed to leave Indian territory unutilised. Foreign Ministry Spokesperson Randhir Jaiswal reinforced the government's stance, saying, "The Indus Waters Treaty was founded on goodwill and friendship. Pakistan has trampled on these values by supporting cross-border terrorism for decades." The strong response follows Operation Sindoor, a swift military campaign launched after the Pahalgam attack, which resulted in a brief ceasefire agreement. But New Delhi has made it clear: dialogue with Islamabad will now be limited to one agenda -- ending terrorism and ensuring the return of Pakistan-Occupied Kashmir. As per the 1960 treaty, India got around 30 per cent of the total water carried by the Indus River System located in India, while Pakistan got the remaining 70 per cent. With the Indus Waters Treaty suspended, the Narendra Modi government is expected to take major steps toward completing the stalled hydroelectric projects. A key meeting is likely to be held this week with Home Minister Amit Shah, along with Water Resources Minister Paatil, Power Minister Manohar Lal Khattar, Agriculture Minister Shivraj Singh Chouhan, and senior officials from all related Ministries. Since the suspension of the Indus Waters Treaty, two meetings have already taken place between Amit Shah, Paatil, and top officials of the Ministry.
Indian Express
14-05-2025
- Politics
- Indian Express
Slogans hailing Indian Army ring out in Surat as Tiranga Yatra held
'With Operation Sindoor, the Indian Army had sent out a message to the world: Whoever dares to harm an Indian will get a befitting reply', Union Jal Shakti Minister C R Paatil said as he led the Tiranga Yatra in Surat on Wednesday. Addressing media persons, Paatil said, 'After the terror attack of Pahalgam, Prime Minister Narendra Modi took the vow to give a befitting reply to the country's enemies at their doorsteps. Terrorists and those who support them will not be spared. India has shown to the world that under the leadership of PM Narendra Modi, the nation and its citizens are strong and safe. Our army jawans on the borders are ready to protect the country and its people.' Surat city Municipal commissioner Shalini Agrawal, Collector Dr Sourabh Pardhi, Mayor Daxesh Mavani, and others were present at the yatra that saw participation of people from all walks of life. Several patriotic songs were played and people were seen holding placards hailing the soldiers as they walked from Bhagal to the Chowk area. A highlight of the event was music bands of Saifee Scout Surat, which belongs to the Dawoodi Bohra community, seen leading the yatra from Bhagal crossroads. Municipal commissioner Agrawal said, 'People from all communities took active part in the rally.' The yatra culminated at Chowk Bazaar near the old fort.
NDTV
04-05-2025
- Business
- NDTV
Minister Denies 'Welcome' Bouquets Till Pahalgam Attack 'Avenged'
Surat: Union Jal Shakti Minister C R Paatil has said that he won't accept any welcome bouquets or mementoes until India avenges the deadly terror attack in Pahalgam that killed 26 people. Arriving at an investors' conference in Gujarat's Surat city, Mr Paatil politely turned down any bouquets or mementoes. The Union Minister's decision was announced by an organiser who said that the former "decided that he would not be welcomed with bouquets or mementos until Pahalgam is avenged", triggering applause from the audiences. "No welcome, till there is revenge," Mr Paatil later said in Gujarati. Following the suspension of the Indus Waters Treaty as part of India's action against Pakistan, the Union Minister had said that New Delhi won't allow a "single drop" of water to flow into Islamabad. In a post on X, he said: "The historic decision taken by the Modi government on the Indus Water Treaty is completely justified and in the national interest. We will ensure that not even a drop of water from the Indus River goes to Pakistan." Mr Paatil has been stern about his stance on the terror attack in Pahalgam and Pakistan's role in it. On April 22, terrorists killed 26 people, mostly tourists, in Baisaran meadow near Jammu and Kashmir's Pahalgam. Additionally, India took several actions against Pakistan in the aftermath of the terror attack, including closing the integrated check post at Attari, revoking all Pakistanis' visas and reducing the overall strength of Pakistan's High Commissions across the nation. Mr Paatil, at the seventh Global Investor Conference in Surat, said that he had a very meaningful dialogue on matters such as entrepreneurship, investment, and innovation regarding the developing future of India. "...under the leadership of Narendra Modi, the vision of a 'Developed India' is rapidly becoming a reality. Today's India is not just a consumer but is emerging as a global leader in investment," he said in a post on X. The escalating tensions between India and Pakistan have triggered several actions from both sides. On Saturday, India banned the direct or indirect import of all goods from Pakistan with immediate effect. India suspended the exchange of all categories of mail and parcels from Pakistan through air and surface routes. New Delhi also placed a ban on Pakistan-flagged ships from entering Indian ports and prohibited Indian-flagged vessels from visiting ports in Pakistan.
Hindustan Times
04-05-2025
- Politics
- Hindustan Times
Minister turns down ‘welcome' bouquets at event: ‘Till Pahalgam is avenged…'
Union Jal Shakti minister CR Paatil on Saturday said that he won't accept any welcome bouquets or mementoes until India gets its revenge for the deadly terror attack in Pahalgam that killed 26 people. Arriving at an investors' conference in Gujarat's Surat city, Paatil politely turned down any bouquets or mementoes, a news agency PTI report said. Paatil's decision was announced by an organiser who said that the Union Jal Shakti minister "decided that he would not be welcomed with bouquets or mementos until Pahalgam is avenged", triggering applause from the audiences. "No welcome, till there is revenge," Paatil later said in Gujarati. Paatil has been stern about his stance on the terror attack in Pahalgam and Pakistan's role in it. Following the suspension of the Indus Waters Treaty as part of India's action against Pakistan, the union minister had said that New Delhi won't allow a "single drop" of water to flow into Islamabad. In a post on X, he said: "The historic decision taken by the Modi government on the Indus Water Treaty is completely justified and in the national interest. We will ensure that not even a drop of water from the Indus River goes to Pakistan.' On April 22, terrorists gunned down 26 people, mostly tourists, in Baisaran meadow near Jammu and Kashmir's Pahalgam. Additionally, India took several actions against Pakistan in the aftermath of the terror attack, including closing the integrated check post at Attari, revoking all Pakistanis' visas and reducing the overall strength of Pakistan's high commissions across the nation. Paatil, at the 7th Global Investor Conference in Surat, said that he had a very meaningful dialogue on matters such as entrepreneurship, investment, and innovation regarding the developing future of India. '...under the leadership of Honourable Shri Narendrabhai Modi Sir, the vision of a 'Developed India' is rapidly becoming a reality. Today's India is not just a consumer but is emerging as a global leader in investment,' he said in a post on X. The escalating tensions between India and Pakistan have triggered several actions from both sides. On Saturday, India banned the direct or indirect import of all goods from Pakistan with immediate effect. India suspended the exchange of all categories of mail and parcels from Pakistan through air and surface routes. New Delhi also placed a ban on Pakistan-flagged ships from entering Indian ports and prohibited Indian-flagged vessels from visiting ports in Pakistan.
Time of India
30-04-2025
- General
- Time of India
Red-Crowned Roofed Turtles, last seen in Ganga's main channel 30 years ago, reintroduced in river
NEW DELHI: In a move that may go a long way in restoring the complete ecosystem of the river Ganga, 20 critically endangered Red-Crowned Roofed Turtles have been reintroduced in the river in Uttar Pradesh. The turtle species was last seen in the main channel of the river 30 years ago. The goal of reintroduction is to establish the species' population in the Ganga in a stable manner, and inspire the improvement of the ecosystem in Uttar Pradesh. In a post on X on Wednesday, Union Jal Shakti minister C R Paatil described the reintroduction move as an important milestone in restoring the ecology of the Ganga river. As part of the process, the turtles were transferred from the Garhaita Turtle Conservation Center into the Haiderpur Wetland in Uttar Pradesh. These turtles were tagged with sonic devices to monitor their safety and migration. by Taboola by Taboola Sponsored Links Sponsored Links Promoted Links Promoted Links You May Like Her body cannot endure this level of pain; please help her. Donate For Health Learn More Undo "For the reintroduction process, the turtles were divided into two groups - one group was released above the barrage of the Haiderpur Wetland, while the other was released downstream in the main channel of the Ganga," said a statement from the Jal Shakti ministry. It said, "This approach aims to determine which method is more effective for the turtles' reintroduction." During the monsoon season, the Haiderpur Wetland will completely connect with the main channel of the Ganga, allowing the turtles to disperse at their own pace. Over the next two years, the tracking and monitoring of these turtles will be conducted.
