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Working on 50-year plan to resolve water woes in Delhi, says minister Verma

Parvesh Verma at the Wazirabad water treatment plant. (Sanjeev Verma/HT Photo)
Published on Apr 04, 2025 05:30 AM IST

‘Rising temp threat to agriculture, ecosystems’

Workshop presented findings from evidence-based study examining the impact of rising land surface temperatures across Maharashtra and Telangana. (AFP FILE (PIC FOR REPRESENTATION))
Published on Mar 21, 2025 09:28 AM IST

Preparing for the summer heat

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Given that several heat-related illnesses are linked to dehydration, adequate water supply should be ensured in summer (AFP)
Published on Mar 17, 2025 08:15 PM IST

Govt to connect 20 rivers to address future water shortage: CR Patil

Several water conservation schemes are being accelerated, with rainwater harvesting being prioritised. India has 18% of the world’s population but only 4% of its water is clean and potable. (REPRESENTATIVE PHOTO)
Updated on Sep 22, 2024 06:54 AM IST

Study flags record low snow over Hindu Kush, risk to over 600 mn in Ganga basin

The Hindu Kush-Himalaya-Tibetan Plateau region (Wikimedia Commons)
Updated on Jun 17, 2024 08:51 AM IST

Delhi’s water augmentation plans fail to take off

The water level at Yamuna has been below the usual availability over the last week of May in Delhi. (HT)
Updated on Jun 03, 2024 05:56 AM IST

Experts to conduct critical economic evaluation of water in Pune city

Experts from various fields will jointly work under ‘Project Jal Mulya’ to carry out critical economic evaluation of water availability, distribution and consumption in Pune city. ((PIC FOR REPRESENTATION))
Updated on Apr 26, 2024 06:22 AM IST

Berlin to face water shortages owing to Germany’s decision to end use of coal

With Berlin already facing less rainfall due to the climate crisis, the end of lignite mining in nearby regions means groundwater pumped out to extract the fossil fuel will no longer feed the Spree.
Published on Jun 17, 2023 01:12 PM IST

Climate change and water security in Asia-Pacific

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Published on May 11, 2024 02:35 PM IST

No water cuts for now but PMC worries how to manage current stock till end-August

The PMC has issued an advisory to save water and not waste it on washing vehicles and construction activities. (HT PHOTO)
Updated on Apr 18, 2023 10:52 PM IST

From rooms to red sand, NASA unveils 'Mars' habitat on Earth

Instruments are seen inside the Mars landscape simulation area at Mars Dune Alpha, NASA's simulated Mars habitat.
Published on Apr 12, 2023 08:47 AM IST

Pakistan in ‘critically water insecure’ category: UN report

Pakistan in ‘critically water insecure’ category: UN report. (HT File)
Updated on Mar 25, 2023 06:27 AM IST

World Water Day 2023: History, significance, theme

World Water Day: The day is celebrated around the world since 1993.
Published on Mar 22, 2023 06:36 AM IST

No one paying up for 38% potable water in Chandigarh

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Updated on Mar 03, 2020 12:54 AM IST

Tap water to each household by 2024, says Union minister Gajendra Singh Shekhawat

Union Jal Shakti minister Gajendra Singh Shekhawat on Tuesday said the Centre has set a target of providing tap water to every household by 2024.
Published on Jun 11, 2019 11:54 PM IST

To clean India, invest in water conservation

A groom comes out from a toilet as brides stand at the venue for a mass wedding ceremony, Ramlila Ground, New Delhi
Updated on Feb 06, 2019 04:25 PM IST

Delhi to see 15-20% increase in water availability by 2020: Kejriwal

The chief minister, who inspected the Coronation Sewage Treatment Plant (STP) in North Delhi’s Burari, said such projects would put an end to the city’s water woes.
Updated on Jul 10, 2018 02:59 PM IST

Elephant dies of ‘thirst’ in Haldwani range

Rivers and streams dry up during summer months in Haldwani range posing problems for the animals.
Updated on Apr 25, 2018 10:11 PM IST

20 mn tonnes of potential food production hit by land degradation

Degradation, desertification and drought erode the quality of land and adversely impact productivity, biodiversity and water availability.
Updated on Apr 24, 2018 11:51 PM IST