Pak says diverting Indus water ‘act of war’, suspends Simla pact | India News

ISLAMABAD/NEW DELHI: Pakistan unleashed a barrage of counter-retaliatory measures against India Thursday, declaring any move to disrupt water flows under the Indus Waters Treaty (IWT) an act of war, suspending the 1972 Simla Agreement, and severing all trade, travel and diplomatic ties – including closure of airspace for Indian flights.Pakistan said it will respond to … Read more

Massive landslides hit north Sikkim; permits for travel suspended amid heavy rain | India News

Representative image (AI-generated) NEW DELHI: Massive landslides have struck Munshithang on the Lachen–Chungthang road and Lema/Bob on the Lachung–Chungthang road on late Thursday, disrupting travel routes in North Sikkim. The region has been witnessing continuous rainfall, raising concerns over road safety and accessibility.While the route to Chungthang remains technically open, authorities have advised that it … Read more

India upgraded to ‘Neutral’ by UBS, but it still prefers China – top 4 reasons

The global brokerage has elevated India’s status to ‘Neutral’ from ‘Underweight’. (AI image) UBS has revised its emerging markets equity strategy, shifting to a more defensive and domestically-oriented approach amidst growing trade uncertainties. The global brokerage has elevated India’s status to ‘Neutral’ from ‘Underweight’, whilst maintaining its favourable stance towards China within emerging markets.The step … Read more