Himachal Pradesh approved 1,181 land sales to non-agriculturists under Section 118, generating Rs 73 crore. The state now plans to amend this protective law. Explore the district-wise data and proposed changes.
MetroWater hikes pre-booked water tanker prices in Chennai by 16% to 46% from Dec 5. Residents and businesses face higher costs as tanker reliance grows. Details inside.
Despite the Krishna river's bounty, Vijayawada residents depend on unregulated private RO plants, leading to diarrhoea outbreaks. Officials seize 51 plants as E. coli is found. Read more.
Exploring the real impact of a 30-day cinnamon water regimen on blood sugar, digestion, and metabolism. Learn the science, benefits, and crucial risks from a clinical nutrition expert.
Himachal Pradesh Assembly refers contentious land law amendment bill to Select Committee for scrutiny after BJP MLA warns it could harm state interests. Read the full details.
Living in high-pollution cities? Your water purifier choice is critical. Learn the 3-step guide to match purification tech to your water quality and protect your family's health.
World Bank officials review Ludhiana's ₹650 crore water supply project. Key discussions on timelines, funding, and ensuring 24x7 clean water for the city. Read more.
Rajya Sabha member Balbir Singh Seechewal reports significant improvement in Ludhiana's Buddha Dariya water quality. TDS levels have fallen, and sewage discharge is being tackled. Read about the ongoing cleanup campaign.
Nagpur MLA Pravin Datke submitted a memorandum to the municipal commissioner against OCW's inflated water bills, demanding immediate correction and transparency.
Is cold water bad for digestion? Experts reveal the science behind water temperature and gut health. Discover the right choice for your meals and overall wellness.
Rajya Sabha passes resolution to extend Water Pollution Amendment Act to Manipur under President's Rule. Opposition MPs criticize govt, demand immediate state elections to restore normalcy. Read the full debate.
Trinamool Congress MP Sushmita Dev criticizes the Centre over President's rule in Manipur during a parliamentary debate on extending the Water Pollution Act. Read the full story.
Punjab, Rajasthan, and Haryana exceed 100% groundwater extraction, far above India's 60% average. Over-reliance on paddy cultivation drives the crisis. Read the full report.
Students & faculty at BIET Davangere develop a novel method to extract pure water from air moisture using condensers & solar power, producing 10 litres daily. A potential solution for water scarcity.
Kinfra seeks PWD permission to restart the Aluva water treatment plant. Protests over Periyar River water shortage addressed with new regulator plan. Read the latest updates.
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.
Iran faces a deepening water crisis with taps running dry in Tehran. Learn about the causes, protests, and government response to this critical situation.
National Pollution Control Day, observed on Dec 2, marks the Bhopal Gas Tragedy & highlights pollution's deadly health impact, causing 8.1 million deaths in 2021. Learn risks and solutions.
BMC cancels 15% water cut in 14 wards to avoid inconvenience for lakhs of Dr. Babasaheb Ambedkar's followers expected in Mumbai on Mahaparinirvan Day. Details here.
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.
Livpure introduces a new 2X Power Filter water purifier range designed to slash maintenance costs by Rs 21,000 over 8 years. It tackles high TDS water and offers extended filter life. Explore the new models available now.
Discover the top 10 energy-efficient and quick-heating water heaters under ₹10,000 in India. Our guide helps you choose the best geyser for your home to save on electricity bills.
Massive price drops on Crompton instant & storage geysers in Black Friday sale. Up to 53% off. Offers end today. Check best deals now!
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.
Delhi's water crisis gets relief as Himachal Pradesh agrees to supply 113.5 MGD via Haryana canals. Learn how this long-pending solution will impact water-scarce areas.
Delhi's air quality shows slight improvement, moving from 'very poor' to 'poor' category with AQI at 269. However, thick smog continues to blanket ITO and other areas. Political criticism mounts over pollution crisis.
Approximately 10,000 residents in Lucknow's Aishbagh area faced drinking water outage after Jalkal department's main supply line ruptured. Repair work underway, supply expected by Sunday.
Karnataka government requests ₹5,300 crore from Centre to complete Jal Jeevan Mission works, aiming to provide tap water connections to 25 lakh households by 2024.
India plans to amend its Arbitration Act to include emergency arbitration and digital proceedings, aiming for faster commercial dispute resolution and to become a global arbitration hub.
Punjab cabinet approves Societies Registration Amendment Act 2025, bringing all societies under RTI, mandatory renewal every 5 years to ensure proper fund usage.