The Supreme Court ruled against Tiger Global, stating treaty benefits aren't automatic. The court found the Mauritius investment structure lacked commercial substance and was designed for tax avoidance.
Analysis explores India's potential to use Indus Waters Treaty restrictions as a strategic tool against Pakistan, amid ongoing tensions and water disputes.
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The Supreme Court of India scrutinizes the calculation of gangster Abu Salem's 25-year prison term. Get the latest details on the legal arguments and potential implications.
The Bengaluru ITAT dismissed Flipkart co-founder Binny Bansal's claim for India-Singapore tax treaty benefits, ruling him a resident for tax purposes. Read the full details of the 189-page order.
US President Donald Trump signals end of New START treaty with Russia, shifts Taiwan stance. Bold foreign policy changes ahead. Read full analysis.
US President Donald Trump shows little concern as the New START nuclear treaty with Russia nears expiry, insisting China must be part of any new agreement. Get the full details on his stance and global implications.
Pakistan's Foreign Office stated it will formally address any Indian development on western rivers violating the Indus Water Treaty. Read the latest on this crucial water-sharing pact.
Climate activist Harjeet Singh arrested by UP excise for excess liquor after ED raids probe ₹6 crore foreign funds linked to FF-NPT treaty. Singh denies influencing government.
President Trump orders US withdrawal from 66 international bodies, including the UN climate treaty and IPCC, marking a historic retreat from global cooperation. Read the full analysis.
Senior officials from India's Jal Shakti Ministry inspected the Farakka Barrage, a key component of the Ganga Water Sharing Treaty with Bangladesh set to expire in December 2024. Read about the review and upcoming negotiations.
As India and Bangladesh begin talks to renew the 1996 Ganga Water Treaty, experts argue for a holistic basin management strategy to address climate change and new hydrological realities. Explore the challenges and opportunities.
Prominent climate activist Harjeet Singh arrested under UP excise laws after ED searches. Agency probes foreign trips, Rs 6 crore funds for allegedly influencing energy policy.
Ratle Hydroelectric Power Corp seeks extension for its 850 MW project on Chenab, citing litigation & Covid delays. EAC to review request on Jan 9. Key developments inside.
India speeds up four major hydropower projects on the Chenab river, including the 1000 MW Pakal Dul, reshaping Indus water dynamics with Pakistan under a frozen treaty.
The 1996 Ganga Water Treaty expires Dec 2026. While India & Bangladesh agree in principle to renew, political tensions & water scarcity pose major challenges. Read the analysis.
Nikita Godishala, 27, was found dead with stab wounds in Maryland. Her ex-boyfriend Arjun Sharma reported her missing before fleeing to India. Police have issued a murder warrant.
Venezuela's pursuit of nuclear technology with Iran and Russia reveals critical weaknesses in the global non-proliferation regime. Discover why experts say the NPT is no longer fit for purpose.
External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar asserts India's sovereign right to defend against terrorism without explanation. He contrasts 'bad neighbours' with acts of goodwill, highlighting vaccine diplomacy and aid.
External Affairs Minister S. Jaishankar delivers a sharp rebuke to Pakistan, linking water-sharing to its support for terrorism. Read the full diplomatic confrontation.
External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar issues a firm warning, linking water sharing to an end of terrorism. He reiterates India's right to defend itself while highlighting support for 'good neighbours'. Read the full story.
External Affairs Minister S. Jaishankar firmly states India cannot be expected to share water resources with a neighbour that sponsors cross-border terrorism. Read his full remarks.
EAM S Jaishankar delivers a firm message to Pakistan, linking terrorism to water-sharing treaties and reaffirming India's stance on Arunachal Pradesh. Read his full statements from Chennai.
EAM S Jaishankar, addressing IIT Madras, delivered a sharp critique of Pakistan's role in terrorism, asserting India's right to self-defence and dismissing external mediation. Read his full statement.
Global nuclear arsenals are expanding, treaties are crumbling, and confrontational rhetoric is rising. Mohamed ElBaradei warns of a dangerous new era. Read the full analysis.
India grants environmental clearance for the 260 MW Dulhasti Stage II hydropower project on the Chenab River, a move Pakistan claims violates the Indus Waters Treaty. This follows the recent suspension of the treaty and signals India's focus on water secu
India and Bangladesh have initiated crucial negotiations to renew the Ganges Water Sharing Treaty, set to expire in December 2026. Officials from both nations have started joint water level measurements. Read the full story for details.
India and Bangladesh have initiated a crucial joint water measurement exercise in the Ganga and Padma rivers. This data is vital as the landmark Ganges Water Sharing Treaty enters its final year. Read the full details.
Pakistan asserts India cannot misuse its share of western rivers' water under the Indus Water Treaty. This follows India's move to put the 1960 pact in abeyance after the Pahalgam terror attack.
Pakistan alleges India is misusing water from western rivers under the Indus Waters Treaty. Islamabad demands a neutral expert to resolve disputes. Full details inside.