India and Pakistan Ceasefire: A New Chapter or Just a Pause?

May 11, 2025 Komal Das

India-Pakistan Ceasefire Agreement: India and Pakistan agreed to a ceasefire after a tense standoff, triggered by military strikes. The ceasefire began at 5 pm following a call from Pakistan’s DGMO

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Pakistan Breaches Ceasefire: Despite the ceasefire, Pakistan breached the agreement by sending drones over Jammu and Kashmir, leading to explosions. Security forces responded promptly

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Impact on Indus Waters Treaty: India's suspension of the Indus Waters Treaty remains in place. India continues its water infrastructure projects and will not share hydrological data with Pakistan

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Ceasefire Terms: Both countries agreed to stop firing and military activities across land, air, and sea. Despite Pakistan’s breach, border regions remained mostly calm through the night

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Kartarpur Sahib Corridor Suspension: India has suspended services through the Kartarpur Sahib corridor, connecting Sikh shrines, until further notice, maintaining a firm stance

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India’s Stance on Terror Attacks: India warns that any future terror attack traced back to Pakistan will be treated as an Act of War. This marks a shift in India’s response policy

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Cross-Border Conflict Response: Pakistan’s violation led to instructions for India’s armed forces to respond firmly to any future breaches along the IB and LoC in Jammu and Kashmir

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Diplomatic Measures: India scaled back diplomatic ties with Pakistan, expelling diplomats and closing the Attari-Wagah border. Saarc visa exemption for Pakistanis remains cancelled

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Suspension of Trade: India has halted all trade with Pakistan. Economic ties will only resume if Pakistan stops supporting terror groups operating against India

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Airspace Closure: India closed its airspace to all Pakistani aircraft. Pakistan’s failure to close its airspace drew criticism for risking civilian flights

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