Pakistan, India and the Indus Waters Treaty: Compliance, Silence and Accountability

India’s failure to provide operational data for Baglihar and Kishanganga hydro projects underscores a persistent pattern of ignoring international obligations. Pakistan’s adherence to PCA directives reinforces its position as a compliance-focused treaty partner, while India’s silence carries both legal and reputational consequences.
Pakistan to Challenge India’s IWT Suspension at Global Forums
![Pakistan plans legal action against India over IWT suspension following Pahalgam attack that killed 26 tourists. [Image via PTV]](https://southasiatimes.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/04/whatsapp-image-2025-04-30-at-2-08-44-am1745960941-0-1024x800.webp)
Pakistan plans legal action against India over IWT suspension following Pahalgam attack that killed 26 tourists.
Pakistan Warns of Stronger Response if India Escalates Tensions
![Deputy PM of Pakistan Ishaq Dar vows a strong response to India if tensions escalate over the recent Kashmir attack. [Image via PID]](https://southasiatimes.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/04/4597256-190032758.webp)
Deputy PM of Pakistan Ishaq Dar vows a strong response to India if tensions escalate over the recent Kashmir attack.
Pakistan Shoots Down Indian Drone Near LoC Amid Kashmir Tensions
![Pakistan shoots down Indian quadcopter along LoC amid rising Kashmir tensions and threats of military escalation. [Image via PTV News]](https://southasiatimes.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/04/4597010-750443772.webp)
Pakistan shoots down Indian quadcopter along LoC amid rising Kashmir tensions and threats of military escalation.
Pakistan Stands Firm to Protect Water Share under IWT
![Pakistan vows to protect its water share under the Indus Waters Treaty (IWT) after India’s unilateral suspension sparks crisis. [Image via Reuters]](https://southasiatimes.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/04/1278134-induswater-1482988315.webp)
Pakistan vows to protect its water share under the Indus Waters Treaty (IWT) after India’s unilateral suspension sparks crisis.
Pakistan Vows Strong Retaliation Against Indian Aggression Over Pahalgam Attack
![Pakistan's Information Minister reaffirms sovereignty defense amid tensions over the Pahalgam attack in IIOJK. [Image via PID]](https://southasiatimes.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/04/tarar1745772778-0.webp)
Pakistan’s Information Minister reaffirms sovereignty defense amid tensions over the Pahalgam attack in IIOJK.
Pakistan Secures Diplomatic Victory Against India at UNSC Over Pahalgam Attack
![Pakistan scores diplomatic win at UNSC over Pahalgam attack statement, tensions rise with India amid flood concerns. [Image via Reuters]](https://southasiatimes.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/04/tribune-n-61745738910-0.webp)
Pakistan scores diplomatic win at UNSC over Pahalgam attack statement, tensions rise with India amid flood concerns.
Pahalgam Aftermath: NSC Meets Today As India Summons Top Pakistani Diplomat in Delhi
![Pakistan slams India’s Indus Waters Treaty suspension as “water warfare” amid rising Kashmir tensions and NSC meeting. [Image via AFP]](https://southasiatimes.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/04/4595385-1487884969.webp)
Pakistan slams India’s Indus Waters Treaty suspension as “water warfare” amid rising Kashmir tensions and NSC meeting.
Pahalgam Attack: India Replays the Blame Script on Pakistan
![India blames Pakistan after deadly Pahalgam attack kills 26; suspends Indus Waters Treaty, escalating regional tensions. [Image via Pixabay]](https://southasiatimes.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/04/zanaskar-river1745426537-0.webp)
India blames Pakistan after deadly Pahalgam attack kills 26; suspends Indus Waters Treaty, escalating regional tensions.