India, Sept. 6 -- With New Delhi outrightly rejecting Permanent Court of Arbitration at Hague's recent ruling that IWT remains fully in force and India should continue to 'observe its obligations under the Treaty,' India's IWT approach has now entered the assertive domain.

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Much has been said and written about the Indus Waters Treaty [IWT]. According to a media report, "The IWT [1960] represents one of the world's most successful water sharing agreements, demonstrating remarkable resilience despite decades of Indo-Pakistani hostility." It goes on to say, "Signed between India and Pakistan with World Bank mediation, this treaty has withstood multiple wars and conflicts, establishing a comprehensive framework for equita...