India is seeking a shorter, updated Ganga treaty with Bangladesh to meet development needs. Bangladesh fears reduced water share. Climate concerns, domestic politics and regional tensions are expected to shape the outcome of talks.
India faces a major energy crisis if the Strait is blocked, as nearly 70% of its crude and 40% of LNG imports pass through it, making Tehran’s threat a strategic concern for New Delhi.
The results of bypolls in five assembly seats across Punjab, Kerala, Gujarat, and West Bengal are out. Congress won in Nilambur, AAP secured victories in Ludhiana West and Visavadar, BJP retained Kadi, and TMC swept Kaliganj.