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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Kochi to decide on canal residents' rehab on Tuesday
Kochi corporation council meets Tuesday to decide on rehabilitating 129 families from Konthuruthy canal shores, following a 2020 High Court order. The plan faces a Rs 4.75 lakh per family funding gap.
Congress Counters BRS on Irrigation, Defends Govt Presentation
Telangana Congress leader T Jagga Reddy defends CM Revanth Reddy's irrigation presentation, calls Harish Rao's claims misleading. Details on the political clash over water projects here.
BRS Leader Slams Telangana Govt Over Irrigation Schemes
Former minister T Harish Rao accuses CM Revanth Reddy of misleading the public on Rayalaseema project, citing AP govt documents. He highlights neglect of key irrigation projects harming farmers. Read the full expose.
Ludhiana Food Street Project Fails Again
Ludhiana's flagship food street project, worth ₹4.89 crore, is in limbo after the irrigation department denied a critical NOC. The project has failed for the third time due to bureaucratic hurdles.
KRS Dam Holds Sufficient Water for Drinking and Irrigation
Heavy Southwest Monsoon rains have filled Karnataka's Krishna Raja Sagara dam to comfortable levels, ensuring ample water for drinking and irrigation needs in the Cauvery basin. Read the full report.
Punjab's Economic Slowdown: A Crisis of Confidence
Punjab's economic woes stem from a deeper collapse of belief. Explore why fiscal stress, migration, and stalled industry are symptoms of a profound crisis of confidence in the state's future.
Rs 1 Crore Canal Water Project Launched in Ludhiana
Ludhiana gets a major water boost! A new Rs 1 crore canal water supply project promises to solve water scarcity for many residents. Learn how this initiative will transform the city's water infrastructure.
Telangana CM to go ahead with PRLIS, dares Centre and AP
Telangana CM A Revanth Reddy declared the state will draw water from Jurala for the Palamuru-Rangareddy project if Centre denies permission. He launched a sharp attack on BRS and former CM KCR.
Vadodara civic body's Rs 5,082 crore water bill crisis
The Vadodara Municipal Corporation faces a staggering Rs 5,082 crore water dues demand due to missing partnership documents from the 1970s for Panam dam. The dispute threatens 85% of its annual budget. Read the full story.
Minister Blames BRS for Telangana's Water Woes, Details 'Suicidal' Decisions
Telangana's irrigation minister N Uttam Kumar Reddy accuses the previous BRS govt of gross injustice on Krishna water and Palamuru-Rangareddy project. He vows to fight for state's rightful share and complete pending irrigation works. Read the full story.
Owaisi: Same contractors benefit, demands CBI probe
MIM leader Akbaruddin Owaisi alleges a select group of contractors benefit from all govts, citing inflated school bench prices. He urges a CBI probe into irrigation contracts. Read more.
New Crest Gates for Tungabhadra Dam by June: Karnataka CM
Karnataka CM Siddaramaiah announced new crest gates for Tungabhadra Dam by June 2026, reaffirming the state's commitment to irrigation projects during a Sindhanur event.
BJP Hits Back at Ajit Pawar Over Corruption Allegations
BJP slams Ajit Pawar for justifying tickets to candidates with criminal records. Pawar cited his own Rs 70,000 crore irrigation scam allegations. Read the full political clash.
Rs 240 Crore Kukadi Canal Repair to Revive Farmland
After decades of neglect, a Rs 240 crore restoration project for the Kukadi left-bank canal in Pune promises to end water woes for thousands of farmers, ensuring equitable water distribution.
Pawar defends NCP support for gangsters' kin in Pune civic polls
NCP chief Ajit Pawar justifies party's backing of gangsters' relatives in Pune Municipal Corporation elections, citing his own irrigation scam allegations. He argues guilt must be proven in court.
Kavitha: No water from PRLIS in 12 years, demands KCR answer
Kalvakuntla Kavitha alleges Palamuru-Rangareddy lift irrigation project failed, demands KCR explain shift from Jurala to Srisailam. She criticizes Congress govt's neglect of irrigation.
Hisar Canal Breach Damages Crops on 30 Acres, Farmers Allege Corruption
A breach in the Balsamand minor canal in Hisar flooded fields, damaging wheat and mustard crops. Farmers allege substandard construction and demand compensation and a thorough investigation.
Bhadra Dam to Irrigate Crops for 120 Days Starting Jan 3
Shivamogga & Davanagere farmers rejoice as Bhadra Reservoir's IAC approves 120-day water release for summer crops. Learn the schedule and key decisions from the 88th meeting.
Uttarakhand HC quashes govt employee suspension
Uttarakhand High Court sets aside suspension of a junior assistant, citing legal flaws in the order. The ruling clarifies mandatory requirements for suspending government servants.
Two Women Drown in Karnataka Canal in Raichur
Two women tragically drowned in a canal in Karnataka's Raichur district while collecting water. The incident occurred on Monday evening, highlighting local water access issues.
Minister Uttam Reddy: BRS lied on Palamuru-Ranga Reddy project
Telangana's irrigation minister accuses BRS of a 'major blunder' in shifting PRLIS, causing cost to soar to Rs 80,000 crore. Read the full expose on the project's controversial history.
Telangana CM Orders Probe into Palamuru Project Source Shift
Telangana CM A Revanth Reddy announces an assembly debate and inquiry into the BRS government's decision to shift the PRLIS source from Jurala to Srisailam, alleging massive corruption and cost escalation.
Two Women Drown in Karnataka Canal in Raichur
Two women tragically drowned in a canal in Karnataka's Raichur district while collecting water. The incident occurred on Friday, highlighting local water access issues. Read the full report.
400+ Acres in Sangrur to Get Canal Water, Cheema Inaugurates Project
Punjab Finance Minister Harpal Singh Cheema inaugurates Rs 1.61 crore canal lining in Dharmgarh, bringing over 400 acres under irrigation. Project to cut farmer costs, boost soil health.
Punjab Tax Dues Scheme Deadline Extended to March 31
Punjab government extends deadline for its 'Settlement of Arrears of Tax Dues Scheme' to March 31, 2025. Traders get more time to clear pending dues with significant concessions. Act now to benefit!
Punjab's 2025 Industrial Reset: Key Reforms & MSME Plan
Punjab's 2025 policy push amended a 160-year-old law, launched a one-time settlement for disputes, and outlined a plan to save MSMEs. Industry eyes better GST refunds and execution in 2026.
2025 Punjab Politics: A Year of Drama, Comebacks & Wit
A look back at 2025 in Punjab politics: Bhagwant Mann's humour, Sukhbir Badal's revival, flood heroes, and the personalities that defined a dramatic year. Read the full analysis.
Punjab Sinks Deeper in Debt: Rs 3.73 Lakh Crore Burden
Punjab's debt crisis escalates to Rs 3.73 lakh crore, consuming 46% of revenue. This fiscal emergency threatens development and demands urgent policy action. Read the full analysis.
Punjab MGNREGA Debate Becomes Caste Political Battle
Punjab assembly's MGNREGA debate reveals AAP's strategy to frame it as an anti-Dalit move, countering BJP's outreach. SCs form 70% of scheme's workers. Explore the political narrative.
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