Faecal Coliform Found in Indore's Groundwater
Pollution Control Board tests confirm faecal contamination in Indore's groundwater, raising severe health concerns. Learn the causes and risks.
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Ghaziabad cook arrested for spitting on chapatis before tandoor
A 23-year-old cook in Ghaziabad was arrested after a viral video showed him spitting on chapatis. This is the latest case under UP's strict new food contamination ordinances. Read the shocking details.
Bhopal Gas Victims Fight for Free Water as BMC Cuts Connections
Residents of a Bhopal gas-affected colony face a dire choice: pay Rs 10,000 for a legal water connection or risk drinking poisoned groundwater. Read about their struggle for a basic right.
Bhopal's Adampur Water Contaminated, NGT Fines BMC
Adampur Khanti in Bhopal reels under water contamination, fires, and a landfill crisis. NGT slaps ₹1.8 crore fine on BMC. CPCB report confirms groundwater unfit for consumption. Read the full investigation.
Odisha clears 7 major industrial projects worth Rs 55,783 cr
Odisha government approves 7 major industrial projects worth Rs 55,783 crore, set to create over 14,500 jobs. Key investments in steel, semiconductors, and rare earths. Discover the details.
High Nitrate Levels Found in Groundwater Across 39 MP Districts
A central report reveals alarming nitrate contamination in Madhya Pradesh's groundwater, second only to UP. The crisis affects 39 districts, including Indore, risking public health. Learn the causes and implications.
Jaundice outbreak closes Odisha school, water contamination found
Jawahar Navodaya Vidyalaya in Khurda shut for a week after 62 jaundice cases. Lab reports confirm faecal contamination in school's water supply. Read for details on the outbreak and corrective measures.
Odisha CM launches Godabarish Mishra Adarsh Primary School scheme
Odisha CM Mohan Majhi launches Godabarish Mishra Adarsh Primary School scheme, laying foundation for 118 schools. A Rs 12,000 crore initiative aims to build 2,200 model primary schools. Read more.
52 students hit by jaundice at Odisha's Navodaya school
Jaundice outbreak at Jawahar Navodaya Vidyalaya in Khurda affects 52 students. School may shut for all except Class X & XII to curb spread. Water contamination suspected.
Fecal Coliform Found in 124 Dwarka Rainwater Harvesting Pits
Delhi Jal Board reports fecal coliform in 124 out of 144 sampled rainwater harvesting pits in Dwarka societies, confirming groundwater contamination risks. Read the full NGT report details.
Haryana forms panel on Water Pollution Act after court warnings
Facing judicial pressure over water wastage and pollution, Haryana sets up a committee led by the Chief Secretary to adopt the 2024 Water Act. Key focus on Yamuna pollution and groundwater contamination.
Odisha's Final BCPPER Plan for Bhubaneswar-Cuttack-Puri-Paradip Soon
Odisha government finalizes the Bhubaneswar-Cuttack-Puri-Paradip Economic Region (BCPPER) plan, a key pillar for Viksit Odisha 2036. The corridor aims to boost the state's economy to $1.5 trillion by 2047. Read more.
Water samples tested after jaundice hits Bhubaneswar school
Health officials investigate water contamination after 35 students contract jaundice at a Khurda school. Latest updates on the outbreak and ongoing safety measures.
Jaundice Outbreak Hits Odisha School, 30+ Students Ill
Panic grips parents as a jaundice outbreak at a Jawahar Navodaya Vidyalaya in Odisha's Khurda district leaves over 30 students ill. Health teams investigate water contamination as the cause. Read for the latest updates.
Indore declares waterborne disease an epidemic, 10 dead
Indore health officials declare a waterborne disease outbreak an epidemic in Bhagirathpura, with 10 fatalities. Central and state teams are investigating the contamination source. Read for latest updates.
Sewage Contamination in Bengaluru's KSFC Layout Sickens Family
A Bengaluru family's ordeal with suspected sewage-contaminated water leads to illness and exposes gaps in BWSSB's monitoring system. Residents demand proactive safety checks.
Jaundice outbreak hits Odisha school, 25 students infected
A jaundice outbreak at Jawahar Navodaya Vidyalaya in Khurda has infected 25 students, with 100 more symptomatic. Authorities suspect viral hepatitis as the cause. Read for details on the response and health measures.
Odisha Approves 55 New Hotel Projects Worth Rs 3,211 Cr
Odisha government greenlights 55 new hotel & resort projects worth Rs 3,211 crore since July 2024, adding 3,800+ rooms. Major brands like Hyatt & Marriott to expand in Bhubaneswar, Puri & tribal areas.
Indore Water Contamination: 20 New Diarrhoea Cases
Indore faces a water contamination crisis with 20 new diarrhoea cases reported. Health officials screen over 9,000 residents. Read about the city's response and safety measures.
Indore Water Tragedy: Old Warnings Ignored, Lives Lost
Bhagirathpura deaths expose years of ignored warnings on Indore's contaminated groundwater. A 2016 PCB report found faecal pollution in 59 locations. Read why action failed.
MP Water Crisis: 36.7% Rural Samples Fail Safety Test
A Union govt survey reveals 36.7% of rural MP's drinking water is unsafe. This follows 10 deaths in Indore, where a 2017 report had flagged sewage contamination but was ignored. Read the shocking district-wise data.
Odisha Groundwater Contamination Poses Health Risk
OSPCB report reveals alarming groundwater pollution in Bhubaneswar, Cuttack, and Puri. High turbidity, faecal matter, and saline intrusion threaten public health. Learn the risks and official response.
Jal Jeevan Mission Survey Reveals MP's Rural Water Woes
A Union govt survey finds stark disparities in potable water access in rural Madhya Pradesh. While some districts score 100%, others hit zero. Discover the alarming data and groundwater contamination risks.
Sewage in Water Pipes Sparks Health Crisis in Two Cities
Gandhinagar reports 70 typhoid cases, Bengaluru residents fall ill as sewage leaks into drinking water pipelines. Officials scramble to contain the public health crisis. Read for details.
Odisha CM Adds 151 Posts to OPSC 2025 Exam After Protest
Odisha CM Mohan Charan Majhi intervenes, asks OPSC to fill 151 additional vacancies in state civil services for 2025 exam after job aspirants' resentment. Details inside.
Indore official shifted over water contamination deaths
Indore's top civic official transferred following deaths linked to contaminated water. Probe ordered as officials face action over public health crisis. Read details.
Rahul Gandhi Slams MP Govt Over Indore Water Contamination
Rahul Gandhi criticizes MP govt for Indore water contamination affecting 50+ areas. Officials 'slept like Kumbhakarna,' he says. Details on the crisis and response.
Indore water contamination: 9 deaths, 4 confirmed linked
Indore reels from a water contamination crisis in Bhagirathpura, with 9 deaths reported. Authorities confirm 4 linked to sewage-mixed water, hundreds hospitalized. Govt announces compensation and probe.
9 Dead in Indore After Drinking Contaminated Water
Madhya Pradesh govt confirms 9 deaths in Indore's Bhagirathpura due to sewage-contaminated water. Over 300 fell ill; compensation announced. Details on the outbreak and state response.
7 Dead in Indore Water Contamination, Officials Admit Lapse
Indore water contamination tragedy claims 7 lives in Bhagirathpura. Mayor Pushyamitra Bhargava confirms deaths, Vijayvargiya admits administrative lapse. Read the full report.
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