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India is set to present its official position at the International Monetary Fund (IMF) Board meeting scheduled for today, regarding the proposed financial bailout to Pakistan. Foreign Secretary Vikram Misri confirmed this development during a press conference in New Delhi, stating, “We will put forward our perspective and our views with the IMF members. It is up to the Board as to what decision they take.” This development comes at a time when Pakistan is seeking a fresh tranche of USD 1 billion under the ongoing IMF bailout programme. India is expected to express opposition to the package, citing Pakistan’s persistent support for terrorism, particularly in light of recent incidents. Backdrop: April 22 Terrorist Attack in Jammu & Kashmir Tensions escalated between India and Pakistan following the brutal terrorist attack on April 22 in Pahalgam, Jammu & Kashmir. The assault resulted in the deaths of 26 people—mostly tourists—and left many others injured. This incident promp...

In a bold and historic move following the deadly Pahalgam terror attack, India has officially suspended the Indus Waters Treaty of 1960 with Pakistan. The decision, confirmed at a high-level Cabinet Committee on Security (CCS) meeting chaired by Prime Minister Narendra Modi , marks a significant escalation in diplomatic and strategic pressure on Pakistan. What Prompted the Decision? On April 22, a heinous terrorist attack in Pahalgam , Jammu & Kashmir, claimed the lives of 26 civilians , including a Nepali national. The attack, attributed to Pakistan-based terror outfits, prompted an emergency CCS meeting attended by top leadership— Home Minister Amit Shah, Defence Minister Rajnath Singh , and External Affairs Minister S. Jaishankar . Key Announcements from the CCS Meeting Suspension of Indus Waters Treaty: India formally notified Pakistan of this suspension under Article XII (3) of the treaty, citing Pakistan's sustained support for cross-border terrorism . Closure...