Punjab Water Quality Satisfaction Below National Average
A 2024 Jal Jeevan Mission survey reveals 87.8% of Punjab households are satisfied with tap water quality, lower than India's 92.4%. Discover district-wise data and key findings.
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Haryana's Jal Jeevan Mission Faces Coverage Gaps: Report
A new report reveals Haryana's Jal Jeevan Mission has not achieved full coverage, with districts like Mewat and Hisar facing severe water shortages. Read the key findings.
Congress Targets BJP Over Indore Contaminated Water Deaths
Congress leaders Kharge and Rahul Gandhi accuse BJP of misgovernance and corruption after deaths from contaminated water in Indore. They question PM Modi's silence and the failure of schemes like Jal Jeevan Mission.
Centre Forms Panel for Telangana-AP Water Dispute
The Jal Shakti Ministry forms a high-level committee to resolve the escalating Krishna and Godavari river water disputes between Telangana and Andhra Pradesh. Read the full details.
Khalifa Education Award Winners Announcement in April
The winners of the prestigious 17th Khalifa Award for Education will be revealed in April 2024. The award, recognising global educational excellence, has received entries from 57 countries.
Delhi ranks last in India for accredited water testing labs
Delhi, the national capital, has less than 8% of its public water testing labs accredited, raising serious public health concerns. Discover the facts and implications.
Panchkula's Rs 128 Crore Infrastructure Projects Cleared
CM Nayab Singh Saini's committee approves two major projects for Panchkula: a new 3-lane Ghaggar bridge and beautification of two water channels. Read how this will ease traffic and transform the city's landscape.
Jal Seva Anakalan launched to ensure safe tap water daily
Union Minister C R Patil launches Jal Seva Anakalan to ensure reliable daily water supply under Jal Jeevan Mission. Read about the new focus for Har Ghar Jal.
23 Mohali Schools Win National Green School Award
23 government schools in Mohali, Punjab, have been selected for the prestigious National Green School Award. They will be honored in Delhi on January 30 for their outstanding environmental initiatives.
Rajkot's Dr Himanshu Thakkar Honoured with IMA Dr A K N Sinha Award
Dr Himanshu Thakkar, a renowned ENT specialist from Rajkot, received the IMA Dr A K N Sinha National Award for his exceptional medical services. The award was presented at IMA NATCON 2025 in Ahmedabad.
MP Congress Accuses Govt of Using AI Images for Water Award
Madhya Pradesh Congress alleges the state's national water conservation award submission used AI-generated images. The administration strongly refutes the claims, calling them baseless.
RSWM Wins 3 Major Sustainability Awards in 2024
LNJ Bhilwara Group's RSWM secures three prestigious industry awards for sustainability and green initiatives, reinforcing its leadership in eco-friendly textile manufacturing.
Basant Lane Closed Till Jan 2, CP Traffic to be Hit
Delhi Jal Board's sewer work shuts Basant Lane near Connaught Place till Jan 2. Traffic police advise alternative routes. Plan your commute to avoid delays.
Delhi Govt Probes Officials in Paharganj Groundwater Scam
Delhi govt launches inquiry to identify officials behind illegal groundwater extraction in Paharganj. NGT calls it a 'scam'. Rs 4.32 crore penalty recovered. Full report in six weeks.
Delhi Govt Faces Busy Year with Unfulfilled Promises
The Delhi government, led by CM Arvind Kejriwal, confronts a packed 2024 with critical unfulfilled promises like 24x7 water supply and 12,000 new buses. Can they deliver?
Madikeri Gram Sabha: Villagers Raise JJM, Wildlife Issues
Residents of Nellihudikeri voiced grievances over Jal Jeevan Mission work quality and rising human-animal conflict at the gram sabha. Officials respond with assurances. Read the full report.
Netaji's Heir Joins Fight to Save Polluted Tungabhadra River
Rajshree Chaudhary, great-grand niece of Netaji Subhas Chandra Bose, warns of Tungabhadra River's dire state. A 9-taluk foot march aims to inspire national water conservation action. Join the cause!
9-Year-Old Vyoma's Bravery Honoured on Veer Bal Diwas
On Veer Bal Diwas 2025, India posthumously honoured nine-year-old Vyoma Priya from Coimbatore with the Pradhan Mantri Rashtriya Bal Puraskar for her act of supreme courage. Read her inspiring story.
Mizoram's Esther Hnamte, 9, Wins Top Child Award
Esther Lalduhomi Hnamte, a 9-year-old singer from Lunglei, becomes the first child from Mizoram to receive the prestigious Pradhan Mantri Bal Shakti Puraskar from President Murmu. Read her inspiring story.
Vinod Kumar Shukla, Renowned Hindi Writer, Passes Away at 88
Celebrated Hindi author Vinod Kumar Shukla, winner of Sahitya Akademi and Jnanpith awards, died in Raipur at 88. Explore his unique literary legacy and iconic works.
Copper wire theft hits Har Ghar Jal water tank in Lucknow
Thieves stole 400m of costly copper wire from a solar-powered water tank under Har Ghar Jal Mission in Udaipur village, Lucknow, disrupting supply. Police probe underway.
17 Lucknow Police, Fire Personnel Honoured for Outstanding Work
Seventeen Lucknow Police and fire service personnel were felicitated for cracking heinous crimes, rescuing lives, and reuniting missing children. Read about their inspiring stories of courage and dedication.
Gorakhpur village becomes state's first Jal Arpan village
Jungle Teenkoniya Number Teen in Gorakhpur is now UP's first Jal Arpan village under Har Ghar Jal. Every home has 24x7 tap water. Read about this sustainable water model.
Excessive Defoamer Use in Yamuna Sparks Environmental Concern
Earth Warrior flags prolonged, unregulated spraying of silicone-based defoamers in Yamuna, citing ecological risks. Calls for action against DJB and compensation under 'polluter pays' principle.
IISER Kolkata Scientist Dibyendu Das Wins Vigyan Yuva SSB Award
Dibyendu Das from IISER Kolkata receives the Vigyan Yuva Shanti Swarup Bhatnagar Award 2025 from President Murmu. Discover his groundbreaking chemistry research and this top scientific honour.
24 Athletes Get Arjuna, Dhyan Chand Awards; No Khel Ratna
The Ministry of Youth Affairs & Sports announced 25 National Sports Awards for 2024, with 24 athletes receiving Arjuna and Dhyan Chand honours. Notably, no athlete was selected for the prestigious Khel Ratna award this year. Discover the full list of winn
Hardik Singh Nominated for Khel Ratna; 24 Arjuna Nominees
Indian men's hockey vice-captain Hardik Singh nominated for Major Dhyan Chand Khel Ratna Award. Ministry announces 24 nominees for Arjuna Awards for 2024. Full list inside.
President Murmu Presents Rashtriya Vigyan Puraskar 2025
President Droupadi Murmu conferred the prestigious Rashtriya Vigyan Puraskar 2025 upon eminent scientists at Rashtrapati Bhavan, honouring their groundbreaking contributions.
Hindi Literary Icon Vinod Kumar Shukla Passes Away
Eminent Hindi writer Vinod Kumar Shukla, recipient of the 59th Jnanpith Award, passed away at AIIMS Raipur on December 23, 2025. Remembering his legacy of simplicity and magic realism in literature.
Ambedkar National Human Rights Award 2025 Announced
The Dr. Bhimrao Ambedkar National Human Rights Award 2025 was announced at a major international convention in New Delhi. Discover the winners and the event's key highlights.
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