Pune's Vimannagar Water Crisis Returns, Residents Buy Tankers
Vimannagar residents in Pune report worsening water supply issues, forcing them to depend on expensive private tankers again. PMC officials claim unawareness despite complaints.
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Himachal Pradesh Faces Third Consecutive Dry Month
Himachal Pradesh reports a 93% rainfall deficit in January, marking the third consecutive dry month. The state faces severe water scarcity and agricultural challenges.
Maharashtra Water Fund: Over Half to Vidarbha
Maharashtra government released ₹41.5 crore to tackle drinking water scarcity, with more than half allocated to Vidarbha region. Funds will clear pending payments for emergency measures from 2024-25.
Goa to Install Smart Water Meters, Save Rs 50 Crore Annually
Goa government considers replacing manual water meters with smart meters via PPP model to reduce Rs 50 crore annual loss from theft and faulty readings, aiming for 24x7 water supply.
Day Zero Droughts: The Looming Water Crisis
Scientists warn that Day Zero Droughts are already happening, threatening water supplies for millions. New research maps global hotspots and urgent solutions needed to prevent taps from running dry.
Ex-MP Pushes for Varada-Bedti River Project in Haveri
Former MP Manjunath Kunnur calls on state and union governments to implement the Varada-Bedti river linking project to aid farmers in Haveri, Gadag, Koppal, and Raichur districts.
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.
Chhatrapati Sambhajinagar Ward 9 Residents Protest Civic Failures
Residents of Ward 9 in Chhatrapati Sambhajinagar express deep frustration over unresolved civic issues including garbage collection, water scarcity, poor roads, and lack of a government hospital, demanding immediate attention from municipal authorities.
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.
Hyderabad's alarming groundwater depletion in winter
Hyderabad faces a severe groundwater crisis with levels plummeting in 13 mandals. Experts blame over-extraction and poor recharge. Discover the data and solutions.
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.
Kuwait's Water Miracle: Surviving with No Rivers
Kuwait, with no rivers or lakes, relies 90% on desalination. Discover how this oil-rich nation engineers its water supply in one of Earth's most arid landscapes.
Kashmir faces second dry Chillai Kalan, raising water fears
Kashmir's crucial winter period, Chillai Kalan, has seen minimal snow for the second year, threatening water security and ecology. Experts warn of long-term climate impacts.
Ludhiana water project woes: Pipeline bursts flood streets
Ludhiana's flagship canal water project causes chaos as repeated pipeline bursts flood Model Town. Residents cite safety hazards and poor oversight. Read more.
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.
How UAE Uses AI & Planes to Make Rain in the Desert
Discover how the UAE's cloud seeding program uses aircraft, AI, and nano-materials to enhance rainfall in one of Earth's driest regions. A high-tech answer to water scarcity.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
Kochi's 190 MLD Water Treatment Plant Tender Delayed
Kochi's crucial 190 MLD water treatment plant faces tender delays as KWA awaits fresh administrative sanction from the Kerala government. 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.
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.
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