Hyderabad, April 25 -- Soon after the deadly J&K's Pahalgam terror attack on April 22, which snatched away 26 innocent lives, including two foreign nationals, India accused its neighbour Pakistan of "sponsoring terrorism." In a strong response, India announced a series of diplomatic measures, including the closure of the Attari-Wahag border checkpost, visa cancellations, and the expulsion of several Pakistani personnel from India.

However, the most significant move was the suspension of the Indus Waters Treaty - an action that could severely impact Pakistan economically at a time when the Muslim-majority nation is already grappling with a deepening crisis.

"The Indus Waters Treaty of 1960will be held in abeyancewith immediate effect, un...