The Indus Waters Treaty: India Is Not Weaponising Water. Pakistan Weaponised Terror First

By BPN News Desk March 20, 2026

Op-Eds Opinion

India recently stated at the United Nations that the Indus Waters Treaty will remain in abeyance until Pakistan credibly and irrevocably ends support for terrorism. Pakistan’s immediate response was predictable. Islamabad accused India of “weaponising water” and attempting to threaten

International

UAE Denies Role In Iran Water Facility Strike

By BPN News Desk March 9, 2026

The United Arab Emirates has denied any involvement in an alleged strike on an Iranian desalination facility, pushing back against claims that Abu Dhabi had expanded its role in the widening regional conflict. The denial came as tensions remained high across the Gulf, with governments trying to contain fallout from the ongoing Iran-US-Israel war and […]

National Politics

Rahul Gandhi Visits Families After Indore Water Crisis

By BPN News Desk January 17, 2026

Congress leader Rahul Gandhi visited Indore to meet families affected by a water contamination incident that led to multiple deaths and widespread illness in parts of the city. He interacted with bereaved families and patients undergoing treatment, offering condolences and support. Visit to Affected Areas and Hospitals During his visit, Gandhi went to hospitals where […]

North India State News

Greater Noida Residents Fall Ill Over Water Concerns

By BPN News Desk January 8, 2026

Several residents of Delta 1 sector in Greater Noida have reported falling ill over the past few days, with complaints ranging from diarrhoea and vomiting to stomach pain and weakness. Locals said the symptoms appeared after consuming drinking water supplied to the area. Many residents alleged that the water had an unusual colour and smell, […]

North India State News

Delhi Ministers Orders Tougher Water Pipeline Checks

By BPN News Desk January 7, 2026

The Delhi government has directed the Delhi Jal Board (DJB) to step up inspections and monitoring of the city’s water supply pipelines to prevent contamination and protect public health. The move aims to strengthen water safety across the national capital. New Inspection Measures Delhi’s Water Minister Parvesh Verma instructed the DJB to intensify regular inspections […]

North India State News

Indore Water Contamination Leaves Hundreds Hospitalised

By BPN News Desk January 3, 2026

Indore is grappling with a serious public health emergency after contamination of the municipal water supply caused widespread illness in several parts of the city, including the Bhagirathpura area. Residents reported symptoms such as diarrhoea, vomiting, and dehydration after consuming tap water, prompting an immediate response from health authorities. Officials confirmed

Op-Eds Opinion

Indore Water Deaths Are a Crime, Not an Administrative Slip

By BPN News Desk January 2, 2026

People in Indore were poisoned by their own government. Sewage entered the drinking water supply, complaints were ignored, the flow was not stopped, and citizens kept consuming contaminated water until bodies began piling up in hospitals. This was not misfortune. This was the state failing at its most basic duty and then attempting to talk […]

Health

Contaminated Water in Indore Kills Five, 1,000 Ill

By BPN News Desk December 31, 2025

At least five people have died and more than 1,000 residents have fallen ill after consuming contaminated drinking water supplied through a municipal pipeline in Indore, Madhya Pradesh. The incident occurred in several localities after polluted water entered the city’s drinking water network, leading to a sudden outbreak of waterborne illnesses. Surge in Illness and […]

National

Amit Shah Reviews Progress on JK River Water Measures

By BPN News Desk December 24, 2025

Union Home Minister Amit Shah on Wednesday reviewed the progress of measures aimed at managing and utilising water from three rivers in Jammu and Kashmir that flow into Pakistan. The review meeting focused on administrative, technical and infrastructural steps being taken by the government to maximise the use of water within Indian territory. Focus on […]

International

Pakistan Faces Acute Water Risk After India’s Treaty Move

By BPN News Desk November 1, 2025

Pakistan faces a severe threat of water scarcity following Indus Waters Treaty-related tensions with India, a recent analysis warns. The country heavily depends on river flows from the Indus Basin for both agriculture and hydropower. Experts highlight that Pakistan’s current water storage infrastructure can buffer only about 30 days of flow, making it extremely vulnerable