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What are the environmental challenges of the Chenab–Beas link tunnel project?
July 23, 2026 1:10 pm
With the Indus Waters Treaty in abeyance, India has recently announced the Chenab–Beas link tunnel project to channel surplus water from the upper reaches of the Chenab into the Beas basin. While the project promises hydropower and water-security benefits, what are the environmental challenges it could face? See infographics for key insights.
Centre's panel recommends in-principle forest diversion nod for Kirthai-II project
June 25, 2026 4:55 am
Kirthai-II is the third hydroelectric project planned on the Chenab to receive approvals since the suspension of the Indus Water Treaty.
Pakistan reacts with 'act of war' remark after CR Patil's 'not a single drop' comment
June 12, 2026 10:36 am
Responding to India's pledge to stop river flow across the border, Pakistan said that any move to block Indus waters could be seen as an "act of war".
Knowledge Nugget | Indus Waters Treaty in Focus: What aspects need to be revisited?
May 27, 2026 11:29 am
UPSC Current Affairs: Why has India rejected the recent arbitration award on the Indus Waters Treaty? What are the eastern and western rivers of the Indus system? What is the dispute resolution mechanism? Here's all you need to know. Also, go "Beyond the Nugget" to know about the Key Dam and Canal projects on the eastern rivers.
Indus Water Treaty suspension speeding up projects, govt says J-K hydropower capacity to rise 46%
March 28, 2026 1:08 am
According to J-K govt figures, the UT’s total installed hydropower capacity is currently 3,540.15 MW and is expected to rise to 5,164.15 MW by December 2026
Two crucial water projects in Jammu and Kashmir to move forward after Indus treaty suspension
February 11, 2026 4:58 am
The projects are: lifting water from the Chenab river for supply to Jammu city, and the Tulbul Navigation Barrage to regulate Jhelum waters in Kashmir
The world this week | Bangladesh boils again, Modi’s three-nation tour, and US blockade of Venezuelan oil tankers
December 20, 2025 1:53 pm
From Pakistan accusing India of manipulating Indus waters to Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy warning world leaders about Russian President Vladimir Putin’s ‘plan’– a lot has happened in the world this week.
Water from suspended Indus Water Treaty to be supplied to Delhi, Haryana: Manohar Lal
September 20, 2025 6:10 am
Speaking after unveiling the Delhi Drainage Master Plan 2025, Manohar Lal said, “Jaise kehte hain na, aapda mein bhi avsar hai (Sometimes disasters can prove to be blessings in disguise)... Sometimes, even in disaster, opportunity arises.”
Why India warned Pakistan about a potential flood in river Tawi
August 26, 2025 8:01 am
Development comes at a time when the Indus Water Treaty, under which India and Pakistan are required to share any such river-related information, remains in abeyance after the Pahalgam attack.
'On humanitarian grounds': India alerted Pakistan about 'high flood' in Tawi amid suspension of Indus Waters Treaty
August 26, 2025 3:20 am
On August 14, India rejected the award of the "so-called Court of Arbitration" on issues of general interpretation of the IWT.
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Hunter Biden reveals new details of Joe Biden’s ‘painful cancer’ battle
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Former US President Joe Biden’s prostate cancer has spread to his bones and is causing him significant pain, his son Hunter Biden said. Hunter, who was speaking in a BBC interview broadcast, became emotional while discussing his father’s health and described the situation as difficult for the family.
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