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The historic Indus Water Treaty, signed in September 1960 which governs the use of six rivers shared between India and Pakistan has now been suspended by the central government following the barbaric terror attack on tourists in Kashmir's Pahalgam.

The move is one of the five strict measures taken against Pakistan which has triggered concern in the country. While this may have significant consequences in the long-term, the immediate effects are expected to be minimal.

Under the agreement, India has exclusive control over the eastern rivers, including Sutlej, Beas, and Ravi while Pakistan relies on the western rivers, Indus, Jhelum, and Chenab...