From Hyderabad to Jammu and Kashmir, shoppers throng markets across India during the holy month of Ramadan, as families buy iftar essentials, sweets and festive delicacies, with vibrant evenings reflecting the spirit of faith, community and celebration. (PICS/ AFP)

For the first time since the suspension of the Indus Waters Treaty, desilting operations have gained momentum in the Himalayan rivers covered under the treaty, including in the Chenab river. Dredging has begun in the Chenab River for the first time after the Treaty suspension. A tender has also been floated to disilt and reopen 6 Under Sluice gates which were earlier permanently plugged under the provisions of the Indus Water Treaty. PICS/PTI, TEXT/ANI