Explanation

• India began halting water supplies to Pakistani canals on April 1, 1948, after a short-term standstill agreement expired.
• The halt started at the Ferozepur Headworks, affecting the Dipalpur Canal and other Pakistani canals.
• This event led to water disputes between India and Pakistan, culminating in the Indus Waters Treaty in 1960.

Last verified on 01-05-2026

Explanation

• Kallar Kahar  is a town and subdivision of Chakwal District in Punjab, Pakistan.
• It is the capital of Kallar Kahar Tehsil.
• Range: Salt Range
• Features: Salt water lake, natural gardens, dancing peacocks, spiritual sites
• Altitude: 1,500 ft above sea level
• Area: 8 km
• Maximum depth: 4–5 ft

Last verified on 01-05-2026

Explanation

• Lulusar Lake is located in Kaghan Valley (KPK).
• It lies about 48 km from Naran.
• The lake is at an ارتفاع of 3,410 meters (11,190 ft).
• It is the main source of the Kunhar River.
• Known for its natural beauty and tourism.

Last verified on 01-05-2026

Explanation

• Total link canals: 8
• Treaty signed: 1960 (Pakistan & India, World Bank mediation)
• Rivers for Pakistan: Indus, Jhelum, Chenab
• Purpose: Water redistribution for irrigation
• Major system: Indus Basin Irrigation Network

Last verified on 01-05-2026

Explanation

• The largest river in Pakistan is the Indus River, 
• It is the National River of Pakistan

Additional information related to Indus River

• The Indus River starts in Tibet
• It originates from the Mansarovar lake
• They flow through India, Pakistan,
• It finally falls into the Arabian Sea near Karachi.
• They start making a delta near the city of Thatta
• The old name of the Indus River was Sindhu
• There are 6 Barrages constructed in the Indus River
  
• The Length of the Indus River is 3,180 km
• The 2nd source of  Indus River is Gar Tsangpo
• The upper Indus Plain starts from Kalabagh
• The upper Indus Plain ends at Mithankot 

Last updated by NA on 27 April 2026