India has dismissed the Court of Arbitration’s supplemental award on the Kishenganga and Ratle projects, deeming it illegal and asserting that it is not bound by the Indus Waters Treaty. The Ministry of External Affairs emphasized the Treaty is in abeyance due to Pakistan’s support for terrorism, invalidating any external tribunal’s authority.
On May 7, 2025, Chief Justice Sanjiv Khanna met President Droupadi Murmu at Rashtrapati Bhavan before his retirement. His tenure, marked by significant judicial contributions and landmark judgments, ends this month, paving the way for Justice Bhushan Ramesh Gavai as the next CJI amidst discussions on future judicial leadership.
Policeman Iftkhar Ali and his eight siblings were threatened with deportation to Pakistan despite being long-time residents of Salwah village. The Jammu and Kashmir High Court intervened, halting their deportation after they proved their Indian nationality roots. Ali, dedicated to serving India, expressed gratitude for the court’s protection and support.
India’s suspension of the Indus Waters Treaty following the Pahalgam terror attack has reignited tensions with Pakistan, raising critical questions under international law.
In the aftermath of a heinous terrorist attack in Pahalgam, India’s suspension of the Indus Waters Treaty marks a pivotal shift in regional geopolitics and counter-terrorism strategy.
