<p>As India and Pakistan meet for the annual meeting under the Indus Water Treaty in New Delhi, let us get acquainted with the agreement, which helps both nations to share the waters of the six rivers of the Indus basin. In 1960, India and Pakistan had signed the treaty after several years of negotiations. The Washington-based World Bank is also a signatory in it. This agreement has created a mechanism to build cooperation and information exchange between the two neighbours over the use of the rivers, which is known as the Permanent Indus Commission. As per the treaty, both the nations need to have Indus Commissioners. They also have to meet at least once a year. The meeting can be organised, alternatively in India and Pakistan. &nbsp;</p>

<p>It may be listed among the most successful international treaties as it has withstood the test of time. Since the inception of the treaty, both nations have fought many wars and witnessed heightened tensions innumerable times.</p>

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<p>According to the treaty, the water of the western rivers (Indus, Jhelum and Chenab) goes to Pakistan and the eastern rivers (Ravi, Beas and Sutlej) is allocated to India for unrestricted use. This agreement provides a framework to share water for various purposes, including irrigation and hydropower development. &nbsp;&nbsp;</p>

<p><strong>Watch:&nbsp;Indus water talks between Pakistan and India begins today in New Delhi</strong></p>

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<p>New Delhi can also generate hydroelectricity on the three western rivers in its territory with the help of river projects, which are subject to specific criteria for design. Under the treaty, Pakistan can also raise objections on the design of hydroelectric projects by India on these western rivers. In the past, several issues have been raised and resolved. &nbsp;</p>

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As India and Pakistan meet for the annual meeting under the Indus Water Treaty in New Delhi, let us get acquainted with the agreement, which helps both nations to share the waters of the six rivers of the Indus basin.

As India and Pakistan meet for the annual meeting under the Indus Water Treaty in New Delhi, let us get acquainted with the agreement, which helps both nations to share the waters of the six rivers of the Indus basin. In 1960, India and Pakistan had signed the treaty after several years of negotiations. The Washington-based World Bank is also a signatory in it. This agreement has created a mechanism to build cooperation and information exchange between the two neighbours over the use of the rivers, which is known as the Permanent Indus Commission. As per the treaty, both the nations need to have Indus Commissioners. They also have to meet at least once a year. The meeting can be organised, alternatively in India and Pakistan. It may be listed among the most successful international treaties as it has withstood the test of time. Since the inception of the treaty, both nations have fought many wars and witnessed heightened tensions innumerable times. Also Read: Indus water talks between India, Pakistan begin in New Delhi According to the treaty, the water of the western rivers (Indus, Jhelum and Chenab) goes to Pakistan and the eastern rivers (Ravi, Beas and Sutlej) is allocated to India for unrestricted use. This agreement provides a framework to share water for various purposes, including irrigation and hydropower development. Watch: Indus water talks between Pakistan and India begins today in New Delhi New Delhi can also generate hydroelectricity on the three western rivers in its territory with the help of river projects, which are subject to specific criteria for design. Under the treaty, Pakistan can also raise objections on the design of hydroelectric projects by India on these western rivers. In the past, several issues have been raised and resolved. WATCH WION LIVE HERE (With inputs from agencies) You can now write for wionews.com and be a part of the community. Share your stories and opinions with us here. ×

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<p>Indian government's Department of Space is currently working majorly with nations like Russia, the US, France, Japan and Israel in the domain of space science and technology. &nbsp;&nbsp;</p>

<p>This is in line with the state-run Indian Space Research Organisation's (ISRO) efforts towards pursuing cooperation with space agencies of other nations, by carrying out joint missions, sharing expertise in applications of space technology, organising International events in India, etc. &nbsp;&nbsp;</p>

<p>Till date, India has signed space cooperation documents with agencies of 60 countries and five multinational bodies, revealed the Department of Space Annual Report for 2021-22. &nbsp;&nbsp;</p>

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<p>Listing out the major areas of cooperation between ISRO and foreign space agencies, the report talks about NASA-ISRO Synthetic Aperture Radar (NISAR) mission, for which ISRO shipped the S-band SAR payload and other hardware's to NASA's JPL for conducting various joint S-band &amp; L-band payload integration tests. &nbsp;&nbsp;</p>

<p>With regard to Russia, four Indian astronaut candidates as part of the Gaganyaan, which is India's Human Spaceflight Programme, successfully completed the general astronaut training at Gagarin Cosmonaut Training Centre, Russia. &nbsp;&nbsp;</p>

<p>As a new initiative under India-Russia space cooperation, ISRO and the Russian Academy of Sciences (RAS) have started exploring cooperation in space research. &nbsp;</p>

<p>French Space Agency CNES and ISRO are taking their ties beyond Earth observation and working in the areas of Human Spaceflight and Space Situational Awareness (SSA - the tracking of space debris and orbital objects). In addition to this, there are also deliberations over establishing an ISRO ground station in French Guyana. &nbsp;&nbsp;</p>

<p><strong>Watch:&nbsp;Indian EAM Jaishankar on a three-day visit to Bangladesh, Bhutan to deepen ties with neighbours</strong></p>

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<p>ISRO and Japanese Space Agency JAXA are working together in the fields of lunar exploration, satellite navigation and Earth observation. The two agencies are specifically working on completing the phase-A study of the Indo-Japan Lunar polar exploration (LUPEX) mission; finalising the instruments to be accommodated lander rover, etc. &nbsp;&nbsp;</p>

<p>ISRO and the European Space Agency (ESA) are working on network and operations support for Indian missions, such as Chandrayaan-3, Aditya L1, etc. &nbsp;</p>

<p>"As part of India-Australia space cooperation, discussions are progressing towards establishing ISRO's transportable ground station at Australia's Cocos-Keeling island (CKI) for Gaganyaan mission. ISRO and Israel Space Agency (ISA) have a kick-off meeting for cooperation in flying ISA's Electric Propulsion System (EPS) in ISRO's small satellite," the report added. &nbsp;</p>

<p>The Indian Space agency's launch and mission schedules were badly hit during the pandemic years 2020 and 2021 and the accumulated backlog continues. This has meant that work is still underway on multiple high-profile missions, such as Chandrayaan-3 (Lunar exploration via Lander and Rover), Gaganyaan (Human Spaceflight to Low Earth Orbit) and&nbsp;Aditya L1 (spacecraft mission to probe the sun). &nbsp;&nbsp;</p>

<p>While it was initially said that Chandrayaan-3 and Gaganyaan (maiden unmanned flight) could take place in 2022, recent announcements in the Indian Parliament indicate that they might happen only in 2023 and beyond.</p>

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Indian government's Department of Space is currently working majorly with nations like Russia, the US, France, Japan and Israel in the domain of space science and technology.

Indian government's Department of Space is currently working majorly with nations like Russia, the US, France, Japan and Israel in the domain of space science and technology. This is in line with the state-run Indian Space Research Organisation's (ISRO) efforts towards pursuing cooperation with space agencies of other nations, by carrying out joint missions, sharing expertise in applications of space technology, organising International events in India, etc. Till date, India has signed space cooperation documents with agencies of 60 countries and five multinational bodies, revealed the Department of Space Annual Report for 2021-22. Also Read | Fascinating fact: Saturn Moon Titan has Earth-like landscape Listing out the major areas of cooperation between ISRO and foreign space agencies, the report talks about NASA-ISRO Synthetic Aperture Radar (NISAR) mission, for which ISRO shipped the S-band SAR payload and other hardware's to NASA's JPL for conducting various joint S-band & L-band payload integration tests. With regard to Russia, four Indian astronaut candidates as part of the Gaganyaan, which is India's Human Spaceflight Programme, successfully completed the general astronaut training at Gagarin Cosmonaut Training Centre, Russia. As a new initiative under India-Russia space cooperation, ISRO and the Russian Academy of Sciences (RAS) have started exploring cooperation in space research. French Space Agency CNES and ISRO are taking their ties beyond Earth observation and working in the areas of Human Spaceflight and Space Situational Awareness (SSA - the tracking of space debris and orbital objects). In addition to this, there are also deliberations over establishing an ISRO ground station in French Guyana. Watch: Indian EAM Jaishankar on a three-day visit to Bangladesh, Bhutan to deepen ties with neighbours × ISRO and Japanese Space Agency JAXA are working together in the fields of lunar exploration, satellite navigation and Earth observation. The two agencies are specifically working on completing the phase-A study of the Indo-Japan Lunar polar exploration (LUPEX) mission; finalising the instruments to be accommodated lander rover, etc. ISRO and the European Space Agency (ESA) are working on network and operations support for Indian missions, such as Chandrayaan-3, Aditya L1, etc. "As part of India-Australia space cooperation, discussions are progressing towards establishing ISRO's transportable ground station at Australia's Cocos-Keeling island (CKI) for Gaganyaan mission. ISRO and Israel Space Agency (ISA) have a kick-off meeting for cooperation in flying ISA's Electric Propulsion System (EPS) in ISRO's small satellite," the report added. The Indian Space agency's launch and mission schedules were badly hit during the pandemic years 2020 and 2021 and the accumulated backlog continues. This has meant that work is still underway on multiple high-profile missions, such as Chandrayaan-3 (Lunar exploration via Lander and Rover), Gaganyaan (Human Spaceflight to Low Earth Orbit) and Aditya L1 (spacecraft mission to probe the sun). While it was initially said that Chandrayaan-3 and Gaganyaan (maiden unmanned flight) could take place in 2022, recent announcements in the Indian Parliament indicate that they might happen only in 2023 and beyond. WATCH WION LIVE HERE

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<p>Since the Russia’s invasion began, Ukraine has been looking for support in several ways. Many countries have also responded by providing help militarily, politically, financially, etc. &nbsp;&nbsp;</p>

<p>Several efforts are also being made by different organisations to raise money to help the nation. &nbsp;&nbsp;</p>

<p>In the latest move, an MLB baseball is being auctioned next week, said media reports. &nbsp;&nbsp;</p>

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<p>The baseball may get sold for around $15,000. &nbsp;</p>

<p>Wondering what is special about this ball? Well, it has been signed by Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky. &nbsp;</p>

<p>The president has led his country from the front in the war.&nbsp; &nbsp;</p>

<p>The auctioning of the ball is being carried out by RR Auctions to collect funds for relief efforts for his country. It will end on May 11. Online users can also place their bids. &nbsp;&nbsp;</p>

<p>In the sale description, RR Auctions, said, “Now faced with an invasion by Russian forces, Zelenskyy has shown unmatched courage in the face of disaster. He has demonstrated a remarkable commitment towards democratic ideals and to the people of Ukraine.” &nbsp;</p>

<p><strong>Watch:&nbsp;Russia-Ukraine conflict: Ukrainian President calls for fresh talks with Russia to diffuse the conflict</strong></p>

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<p>During a visit to New York in September 2019, Zelensky signed the ball. &nbsp;&nbsp;</p>

<p>Later, the ball was given to collector Randy Kaplan as a gift from former Ukrainian ambassador to the United States Volodymyr Yelchenko, as per a letter of authenticity, which is also included with the baseball. Kaplan auctions baseballs with autographs of famed celebrities. &nbsp;&nbsp;</p>

<p>The proceeds of the sale will be donated by RR Auctions to a Ukrainian relief fund, which is assisting civilians displaced due to the invasion. &nbsp;&nbsp;</p>

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Since the Russia’s invasion began, Ukraine has been looking for support in several ways. Many countries have also responded by providing help militarily, politically, financially, etc.

Since the Russia’s invasion began, Ukraine has been looking for support in several ways. Many countries have also responded by providing help militarily, politically, financially, etc. Several efforts are also being made by different organisations to raise money to help the nation. In the latest move, an MLB baseball is being auctioned next week, said media reports. Also Read | Sounds fishy? In 24 hours, 2 Russian oligarchs, families found dead, cops probe suicide angle: Reports The baseball may get sold for around $15,000. Wondering what is special about this ball? Well, it has been signed by Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky. The president has led his country from the front in the war. The auctioning of the ball is being carried out by RR Auctions to collect funds for relief efforts for his country. It will end on May 11. Online users can also place their bids. In the sale description, RR Auctions, said, “Now faced with an invasion by Russian forces, Zelenskyy has shown unmatched courage in the face of disaster. He has demonstrated a remarkable commitment towards democratic ideals and to the people of Ukraine.” Watch: Russia-Ukraine conflict: Ukrainian President calls for fresh talks with Russia to diffuse the conflict × During a visit to New York in September 2019, Zelensky signed the ball. Later, the ball was given to collector Randy Kaplan as a gift from former Ukrainian ambassador to the United States Volodymyr Yelchenko, as per a letter of authenticity, which is also included with the baseball. Kaplan auctions baseballs with autographs of famed celebrities. The proceeds of the sale will be donated by RR Auctions to a Ukrainian relief fund, which is assisting civilians displaced due to the invasion. (With inputs from agencies)

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