Odisha's 705 Water Supply Projects Delayed: Minister
Odisha faces delays in 705 multi-village water schemes due to land acquisition and contractor issues. Learn about the state's challenges and measures to ensure safe drinking water.
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Groundwater Overuse in 5 Karnataka Districts: Report
A 2025 report reveals alarming groundwater over-extraction in Kolar, Bengaluru Urban, Chikkaballapur, Bengaluru Rural, and Chitradurga. Urgent action is needed to prevent a water crisis.
Patna Workshop Urges Unified Data Use for Groundwater Mapping
Patna workshop led by CGWB and state officials stresses judicious use of field data in national groundwater mapping. Experts call for a common platform and training for effective resource management.
705 Odisha Water Schemes Delayed Due to Land, Contractor Issues
Odisha faces delays in 705 multi-village water supply projects. Minister V Somanna cites land acquisition & contractor issues. Learn about state's corrective measures & plans to tackle water scarcity.
Patna Workshop Stresses Unified Data for Groundwater Management
A Patna workshop organized by CGWB and state officials emphasized creating a common data platform for groundwater mapping. Experts called for judicious data use and specialized training for effective resource management.
Bangladesh Court Sentences PM Sheikh Hasina to 5 Years
A Bangladesh court sentences Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina to 5 years in prison for corruption. The case, filed in 2007, involves a gas extraction deal. Read the full details and political implications.
Chennai Playground Becomes Illegal Garbage Dump
Moovar Nagar playground in Pozhichalur near Pallavaram has transformed into an illegal dumpyard due to irregular waste collection, causing environmental and health hazards for residents.
Kerala Water Policy 2025: Groundwater Now State Property
Kerala's draft water policy 2025 proposes government ownership of groundwater, differential pricing, and strict regulations to combat scarcity. Read how this will impact households and industries.
India's Groundwater Recharge Rises, Crisis Remains
India's annual groundwater recharge increased to 448.52 BCM in 2025, yet 25% of units face over-exploitation. Discover the critical state-wise data and solutions.
Delhi groundwater among India's most toxic: Report
Shocking NGT report reveals Delhi's groundwater contains dangerous levels of heavy metals and contaminants. Urgent action needed to address this public health emergency.
Indian Firm Negotiates Mining Rights in Afghanistan
Deccan Gold Mines Ltd engages in crucial discussions with Afghan authorities to extract valuable minerals from Afghanistan's rich mines. Historic opportunity for Indian mining sector.
Delhi groundwater contamination 3rd highest in India
CPCB report flags severe uranium & lead contamination in Delhi's groundwater, posing serious health risks for borewell users. Urgent action demanded.
Delhi's Uranium Groundwater Crisis Deepens
Alarming rise in Delhi's uranium groundwater contamination to 15%, making it India's 3rd worst-affected region. Learn the health risks and hotspots.
Uranium in Bihar Breast Milk Puts Infants at Risk
Shocking study reveals uranium contamination in breast milk across Bihar districts. 70% of infants face health risks. Researchers urge continued breastfeeding while demanding urgent action.
GOT Star Films Water Management in Bengaluru
Nikolaj Coster-Waldau visits Bengaluru to document traditional well diggers creating recharge wells for groundwater improvement. See how Mannu Vaddars are solving water crisis.
Cuttack fines ₹12 crore for illegal sand mining via drone survey
Cuttack administration imposes ₹12 crore penalties after drone survey exposes massive illegal sand extraction across 15 quarries. Operators given 15-day deadline for payment.
Uranium Found in Bihar Breast Milk Samples
A new study detects uranium contamination in breast milk across Bihar districts, raising urgent concerns about groundwater safety and infant health. Learn the facts now.
62.5% of Punjab Groundwater Has Unsafe Uranium Levels
Shocking PGI study reveals 62.5% of Punjab's groundwater contains uranium above safe limits. Learn about health risks and urgent government action needed.
Pollution driving lung cancer in non-smokers across India
Experts reveal alarming rise in lung cancer among non-smokers due to air pollution and contaminated food/water. Bihar's groundwater arsenic levels exceed WHO limits by 20 times. Learn how to protect yourself.
Uranium in Breast Milk in 6 Bihar Districts: Study
Shocking study reveals uranium contamination in breast milk across six Bihar districts. Learn about health risks and urgent calls for government action to protect mothers and infants.
Uranium in Breast Milk Puts Bihar Infants at Health Risk
Alarming study reveals dangerous uranium levels in breast milk of lactating mothers in Bihar's Nawada district. Infants face potential health risks from radioactive contamination.
Uranium Contamination Found in Bihar Mothers' Breast Milk
Shocking study finds uranium in breast milk samples from Bihar mothers. Learn about health impacts, contamination sources, and safety concerns. Read full analysis.
New Aravalli definition may open hills to mining
Environmentalists warn Supreme Court's elevation-based Aravalli definition could remove protection from low hills, threatening ecological balance and increasing desert dust in Delhi-NCR.
India's Megacities Face Land Subsidence Crisis
Rapid urban development and groundwater extraction are causing land subsidence in Indian megacities, threatening infrastructure and millions of residents. Immediate action needed.
Punjab's Water Crisis: 78% Groundwater Over-Exploited
Punjab faces severe water crisis with 78% groundwater blocks over-exploited. Farmers struggle as water table drops 0.5 meters yearly. Urgent action needed to save India's breadbasket.
13-Year-Old's Cancer Death Sparks Village Water Mission
A Jalandhar family turns grief into action after losing their 13-year-old son to cancer they blame on polluted water. Their mission: clean water for Bhagwanpura village.
AERC's Rs 17,000 rainwater system tackles water crisis
Assam Electricity Regulatory Commission installs low-cost rainwater harvesting, saving Rs 33,000 monthly. Learn how this model fights groundwater depletion in Guwahati.
BCL Industries Q2 Results: Revenue Falls, Profit Rises
BCL Industries reports ₹720 crore Q2 revenue, down 12.4% sequentially. Operating profit jumps to ₹67 crore with margins improving to 10%. Distillery segment emerges as strong performer.
India's Mega-Cities Sinking: Urban Crisis Deepens
A 2025 study reveals Delhi, Mumbai, and Chennai are sinking due to groundwater extraction. Over 2,400 buildings at risk. Discover the science behind India's next big urban crisis.
Bidadi Waste Plant Exposed: Serious Environmental Violations
A damning KSPCB report reveals serious environmental violations at Bidadi's waste processing plant, raising concerns about groundwater contamination and public health risks in Karnataka.
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