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India Opens Dam Gates, Flood Risks Rise in Pakistan

8/27/2025

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Story summary
  • India opened dam gates in Kashmir, warning Pakistan of possible flooding from heavy rains.
  • Pakistan issued alerts for three rivers impacted by the water release.
  • Over 167,000 people are displaced in Punjab, with 802 flood-related deaths since June.
  • Floods have killed nearly 400 in Pakistan this month, prompting calls for adherence to the suspended water treaty.