A novel gravity-based sewage treatment plant (STP) capable of treating 10,000 litres per day was launched in Bengaluru. This four-stage system offers a sustainable solution but requires significant space. Read more about this innovation.
Gurgaon water supply to be disrupted for 36 hours from Jan 7 due to pipeline work at Chandu Budhera plant. Check affected sectors and details.
Learn how Systematic Investment Plans (SIPs) and Systematic Transfer Plans (STPs) can help you average costs, maximise returns, and navigate capital gains tax efficiently. Essential reading for Indian mutual fund investors.
Kerala Water Authority's plan for a 55 MLD sewage treatment plant in Elamkulam hits a roadblock as the Pollution Control Board denies permission citing proximity to residential areas. The city's wastewater crisis deepens.
Noida Authority greenlights a multi-phase project to intercept and treat sewage from city drains flowing into the Yamuna. The plan, mandated by NGT, includes new STPs and bioremediation, with completion targeted for 2028. Read the full story.
A new report forecasts robust earnings growth for India's EMS, telecom, and retail sectors over the next two years, driven by domestic demand and strategic investments. Read the full analysis.
Learn how to identify sector rotation, where big money moves between stocks. Discover strategies to follow institutional cues and protect your portfolio in volatile markets.
PAC exposes gross failure of sewage plants in Ludhiana, discharging toxic waste into Satluj River. An environmental emergency threatens public health and biodiversity. Urgent action needed.
A new report forecasts a strong capital expenditure revival in India, led by the defence and capital goods sectors. Discover the key drivers and investment trends shaping the nation's economic growth.
BWSSB launches Rs 20 crore project to supply 4 million litres of treated water daily to Peenya industries, conserving Cauvery water for drinking. Read about the mixed reactions and project details.
A viral optical illusion IQ test challenges you to find the number 101 hidden in a grid of 181s within 10 seconds. It tests focus, patience, and brain speed. Try it now!
India's real estate in 2026: Housing sales stabilize after a dip, while commercial office and logistics sectors surge. Key trends, top developers, and market drivers explained. Read more.
Gandhinagar's new sewage treatment plant faces a 6-month delay as Jaspur overflows. The Rs 189.58 crore project's tender saw 10 amendments, raising health and environmental concerns. Read more.
Margao Municipal Council targets Jan 26, 2026, to commission its advanced waste gasification plant at Sonsoddo. The Rs 7.2 crore project promises a sustainable solution to the town's garbage woes. Read the full update.
North Chennai residents face a severe drinking water crisis as the 100MLD Minjur desalination plant remains shut for over a year. Families rely on costly private supplies while Metrowater promises a partial restart by April-May.
Mohali gears up for a major urban overhaul in 2026 with a modern STP, ZLD plant, Shaheed Bhagat Singh Expo City, new sectors, and key highway projects set to redefine infrastructure and sustainability.
Scientists in Malaysia have discovered a bizarre new parasitic plant, Thismia selangorensis, that steals nutrients from fungi. Learn about this rare 'fairy lantern' and its unique survival strategy.
Divisional Commissioner Vijay Vishwas Pant mandates regular checks of STPs, power, and sewer lines in private townships to ensure resident welfare. Read the full directive.
RBI data shows a 30% surge in banking fraud amounts to Rs 21,515 crore in H1 FY26, even as the number of cases fell sharply. Public sector banks bore the brunt of the value. Read the full analysis.
Discover the rare Rheum nobile, or Sikkim Sundari, a Himalayan plant that grows for decades, blooms spectacularly once, and then perishes. Anand Mahindra calls it a 'masterclass in patience'.
Southern Railway begins using 6 million litres daily of recycled sewage water for coach cleaning & maintenance in Chennai, a major step for urban water sustainability. Read how it works.
Southern Railway will use treated sewage water for coach cleaning & maintenance in Chennai, sourcing 6 MLD from Langs Garden plant. A major step for water conservation.
CEG research finds Chennai's sewage sludge, after pathogen treatment, is suitable for non-food agriculture. Heavy metals are within limits, but raw sludge is hazardous. Learn about safe reuse methods.
Actor Prakash Raj criticises central and state govt for privatising Vizag Steel Plant and medical colleges. He urges mass agitation to stop anti-people policies. Read more.
Vizag Steel Plant management opens VRS window from Jan 1-20, 2026, aiming to cut 570 permanent jobs. This third phase continues a major workforce reduction strategy amid union criticism. Read the full details.
Russia announces ambitious plan to construct a nuclear power plant on the moon within the next decade, aiming to reclaim its status as a leading space power. Read more about this groundbreaking lunar mission.
Ludhiana Municipal Corporation prepares a draft policy to allow licensed colonies outside its limits to discharge wastewater into city sewerage. The policy will be discussed on Dec 26.
Panchkula's long-delayed horticultural waste processing plant is set to become a reality. The MC has purchased machinery worth Rs 2.42 crore to convert green waste into eco-friendly briquettes, ending months of dumping woes. Read more.
The incomplete sewage treatment plant at Aluva's new KSRTC terminal prevents shop rentals, causing financial losses. Read how the delay impacts the Rs 8.64 crore facility.
An ICAR-NBPGR scientist discovers Luffa aegyptiaca var. alba, a new wild sponge gourd with white seeds in Odisha. This find could boost crop genetics and disease resistance. Read more.