In a major legal boost for Pakistan in its dispute over the 'one-sided' suspension of the Indus Waters Treaty (IWT), the Permanent Court of Arbitration in The Hague has ordered India to suspend work on hydro projects and uphold the treaty.

The Hague-based tribunal stated that the water-sharing pact between the two countries remains fully in force, ruling that New Delhi had no valid justification for halting or suspending the agreement.

The court added that a neutral expert appointed by the World Bank will determine by July 2027 whether the construction of hydroelectric plants in the Himalayan region complies with the treaty's provisions.

Legal experts have welcomed the decision, noting it reinforces the sanctity of international water-sharing agreements and provides a robust framework for resolving bilateral disputes.

This is a developing story and is being updated as further details emerge from legal and diplomatic channels.