Illegal Pumps Disrupt Hubballi's 24x7 Water Supply System
Residents in Hubballi's Keshwapur and other areas continue using electric pumps to draw water illegally, disrupting the 24x7 supply network and creating inequity. Officials promise action.
Category : Search result: Water Prevention and Control of Pollution Amendment Act 2024
Goa Cabinet Approves Bills to Regularize Unauthorized Houses
The Goa state cabinet has approved two amendment bills to regularize unauthorized constructions under the Majhe Ghar scheme. The bills will be introduced in the upcoming winter session of the legislative assembly.
Seechewal Slams PPCB Over Buddha Dariya Pollution
Rajya Sabha MP Balbir Singh Seechewal expressed strong displeasure over pollution in Buddha Dariya, warning of strict action against violators and directing officials to submit reports on industrial discharge.
Bhubaneswar Air Quality Improves to Moderate Category
Bhubaneswar's air quality index has improved to moderate levels after hazardous readings. The State Pollution Control Board reports a three-day average AQI of 133 due to strict pollution control measures.
Yamuna Water Quality Data Raises Questions
Delhi's Yamuna river shows better pollution levels for Nov-Dec 2025 vs 2024, but activists highlight inconsistencies in DPCC data. Read the full investigation.
Noida's 49-year water crisis: Residents demand action
Noida residents demand clean water after 49 years. CONRWA cites Supreme Court order neglect, water wastage from RO systems. Urgent policy implementation needed. Read more.
Bhopal Water Crisis: Confusion, Health Risks in Khanugoan
Residents of Bhopal's Khanugoan face health risks from contaminated water, with poor communication and lack of testing leaving them vulnerable. Authorities urged to act.
Gurgaon's Contaminated Water Puts Thousands at Health Risk
Gurgaon residents face a daily struggle for safe drinking water due to aging infrastructure, neglected boosting stations, and contamination risks. Learn why the city's water supply system is failing its people.
Bihar Water Quality Shows Steady Recovery, Ganga Cleaner
Bihar's water quality improves as 18 sewage plants cut Ganga pollution. BSPCB reports progress on arsenic, fluoride. Read the full update on river and groundwater recovery.
Half of Delhi's Water Pipes Too Old, Risking Health
Alarming data reveals nearly 50% of Delhi's water pipelines are over 20 years old, causing leaks and contamination. Will the capital face an Indore-like crisis? Read the urgent report.
Noida, Greater Noida order water safety audit
Following the Indore water contamination deaths, Noida and Greater Noida authorities have ordered technical audits of drinking water systems. Officials are collecting samples to ensure safety.
Parvesh Verma on Delhi's Water Crisis & Reform Plans
BJP MP Parvesh Verma calls Delhi's water shortage a legacy crisis, blaming AAP & previous govts. He outlines a 5-point plan for reform. Read the full story.
Half of Delhi's water pipelines decades old, says Minister
Delhi Water Minister reveals nearly 50% of city's water pipelines are 20-30 years old, leading to leaks & contamination. A Rs 50,000 crore, 8-year revamp plan is announced to ensure 24/7 clean water.
MPCB shuts 10 RMC plants, recovers Rs 84 lakh fine
Maharashtra Pollution Control Board cracks down on air pollution in Mumbai region, shutting 10 ready-mix concrete plants and imposing hefty penalties. Discover the full story of the enforcement drive.
Contaminated Water in Greater Noida Makes Residents Ill
Dozens fall ill in Greater Noida's Gaur City due to contaminated tap water. Authorities launch probe as residents demand accountability and safe supply. Read more.
Activists protest PPCB over untreated industrial waste in Buddha Dariya
Environmental activists demand PPCB enforce NGT orders to stop industrial pollution in Buddha Dariya, threatening Punjab and Rajasthan's water supply. Read the full story.
MPCB Calls for Citizen Role in Nagpur's Air Quality Fight
After a TOI report highlighted Nagpur's poor air quality, the MPCB has issued guidelines for citizens and authorities. Collective action on vehicles, waste, and dust is key to rapid improvement.
Morbe Dam Water Line Leak Hits Navi Mumbai Supply
A leak in the 2050 mm main pipeline from Morbe Dam disrupted water supply to Navi Mumbai and parts of Panvel. Repairs are ongoing, with full pressure expected by Friday morning. Citizens urged to use water wisely.
Himachal Villagers Protest Pollution in Shoolini Khud
Residents of Sirmaur & Solan accuse institutions of polluting their water source. DC orders power cuts, forms probe committee. Read about the water crisis.
Water Purifier Mistakes That Compromise Your Safety
Your water purifier might be failing silently. Learn the common selection, installation, and maintenance errors that can make your water unsafe, and how to fix them for true safety.
10 RMC Plants Shut in Mumbai for Air Pollution Violations
Maharashtra Pollution Control Board cracks down on air pollution, shuts 10 ready-mix concrete plants in MMR and recovers Rs 84 lakh in penalties. Inspections to continue as air quality remains a concern.
30 Sick in Greater Noida, Suspect Contaminated Water
At least 30 residents in Greater Noida's Delta 1 report illness, blaming sewage-mixed water. GNIDA denies contamination evidence but orders city-wide testing. Details inside.
Hyderabad's Water Crisis: Ageing Pipes Risk Contamination
Hyderabad's decaying water pipeline network loses 20 MGD daily and poses severe contamination risks, echoing past tragedies. Officials scramble for a two-month overhaul plan. Read more.
Hyderabad Aims for 24x7 Water to Prevent Contamination
Experts warn Hyderabad's alternate-day water supply raises contamination risk. HMWSSB plans daily supply after new projects add 300 MGD. Read how continuous flow protects water quality.
Hyderabad's water sources face severe pollution, study warns
Studies reveal critical pollution in Hyderabad's key water sources like Osmansagar, Krishna & Godavari due to sewage & industrial waste. Experts warn of health risks and ageing pipelines. Urgent action needed.
Delhi Water Safety Drive After Indore, Gandhinagar Crises
Delhi Water Minister orders DJB to intensify pipeline checks and water quality monitoring to prevent contamination, following fatal incidents in Indore and Gandhinagar. Stay informed.
Bhopal Tap Water Tests Show Mineral-Grade Quality
Bhopal's municipal water tests reveal TDS levels of 130-172 mg/L, matching premium bottled water. Amid contamination scares elsewhere, the findings question the need for costly filters. Read the full report.
Bhopal Tap Water Tests Show Mineral-Grade Quality
Bhopal's tap water matches premium bottled water specs, tests reveal. With TDS levels far below safety caps, residents question the need for costly filters. Discover the full report.
Chandigarh 24-hour water shutdown Jan 7-8
Chandigarh announces a 24-hour water supply shutdown from Jan 7 to Jan 8 to replace a damaged pipeline. Check sector-wise schedule and store water.
Hyderabad drinking water sources critically polluted: Studies
Studies reveal 4 of Hyderabad's 6 major water sources are critically polluted, posing severe public health risks. Experts warn of an Indore-like tragedy. Learn the shocking details.
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