Sirhind Protests 10-Year Delay in Drinking Water Project
Residents of Sirhind, Punjab, protest as a crucial drinking water supply project remains incomplete for over a decade. Officials cite land acquisition issues. Read more.
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Surat's Water Network Vulnerability Exposed After 24-Hour Repair
A recent pipeline failure in Surat reveals critical flaws in the city's interconnected water supply system, raising contamination fears. Officials admit limited control. Read the full investigation.
Patna Water Audit: All 75 Wards Checked Post-Indore Scare
Patna Municipal Corporation completes safety audit of drinking water across 75 wards. Water quality found safe, but minor issues flagged. Read details and helpline number.
Ranchi's Public Water Taps in Filthy Condition, Health Risk
Public drinking water taps across Ranchi are in a state of neglect, surrounded by garbage and filth, raising severe health concerns for hundreds of daily users. Read the full investigation.
Kochi faces drinking water shortage after tank collapse
Kochi grapples with severe drinking water shortage due to Thammanam storage tank partial collapse and Pazhoor pumphouse repairs. Councillors raise alarm in first council meeting. Read more.
HC calls reports on Indore water contamination 'insensitive'
Madhya Pradesh High Court criticizes state's handling of Indore's contaminated water crisis, demands action plan from Chief Secretary. Details on court orders and public health emergency.
Indore's Water Disaster Was No Accident
The recent water crisis in Indore was a predictable failure. Explore the systemic lapses in planning, infrastructure, and governance that led to this urban disaster. Learn what must change.
Oil Pipeline Bursts Twice in Assam's Dibrugarh, Spills Crude
An Oil India Limited pipeline in Dibrugarh's Tingkhong area ruptured twice within 12 hours, spilling crude oil onto farmlands and fish ponds. Locals report dead fish and fire risks. Read more on the environmental impact and OIL's response.
Delhi BJP's Ad-Sponsored Free Bottled Water Plan
Delhi BJP leader RP Singh urges Rekha Gupta govt to supply free bottled water to residents. The plan suggests funding via bottle ads & a booking app. Read details.
Indore's Narmada Pipeline Delay Causes Sewage-Mixed Water
Delayed replacement of ageing Narmada pipelines over 5 municipal tenures led to sewage-mixed water in Bhagirathpura, Indore. Officials promise action under AMRUT 2.0. Read details.
BWSSB Finds 40-Year-Old Pipe Caused Bengaluru Water Contamination
A robotic inspection in Bengaluru's Lingarajapuram traced water contamination to a 40-year-old rusted pipeline and a sewage leak. BWSSB is replacing pipes and advises residents to upgrade connections. Read more.
Corroded Pipeline Causes Water Contamination in Lingarajapuram
A BWSSB robot pinpointed a corroded pipeline as the source of water contamination in Lingarajapuram. The issue was identified on Monday morning, prompting immediate action.
Kolhapur MLC Seeks Police Security for Water Pipeline
Congress MLC Satej Patil alleges political tampering with Kalammawadi dam pipelines, seeks police bandobast. He refutes corruption charges, highlights project's success.
Gandhinagar Typhoid Outbreak: 88 Patients, Water Leaks Blamed
88 patients are being treated for typhoid in Gandhinagar amid a suspected water contamination crisis. Health officials confirm no deaths, with 45 already discharged. Read the latest updates.
ONGC Gas Pipeline Fire in Andhra Pradesh: Konaseema Incident
A major fire broke out at an ONGC gas pipeline in Andhra Pradesh's Konaseema district. Watch the video of sky-high flames and thick black smoke. No casualties reported as emergency response continues.
ONGC Well Fire in Andhra Pradesh After Gas Pipeline Leak
A major fire erupted at an ONGC-operated gas well in Andhra Pradesh's East Godavari district following a pipeline leak. No casualties reported. Read the full details on the incident and response.
V-Guard Rejive RO Water Purifiers Launched with 2-Year Warranty
V-Guard launches upgraded Rejive RO water purifier series with 2-year unconditional warranty and BIS-compliant 40% water recovery. Available from Jan 4, 2026. Explore the new range.
Lucknow Jal Kal Issues Public Health Alert on Water Issues
Lucknow's Jal Kal department urges residents to report water leaks or contamination immediately via helpline numbers. Delays could cause serious health risks. Act now to ensure safe drinking water.
113 Typhoid Cases in Gandhinagar, Amit Shah Directs Action
Over 100 suspected typhoid cases linked to water pipeline leakages in Gandhinagar. Amit Shah orders immediate repairs and medical aid. 94 patients currently hospitalized.
CAG warned of MP's contaminated water crisis years before Indore tragedy
Audit reports reveal 5.45 lakh water-borne disease cases in Bhopal & Indore over 5 years, with systemic lapses in water testing. The warnings went unheeded before the recent tragedy. Read the full investigation.
Bhopal Slum's Water Crisis: Conflicting Test Results
In Bhopal's Gond Basti, drinking water pipes run under sewage lanes. While one lab report found dangerous contamination, BMC later declared water safe. Residents face health risks daily. Read the full investigation.
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.
Audits Warned of Contaminated Water in MP Years Before Deaths
Years of CAG reports flagged contaminated drinking water risks in Bhopal & Indore, recording 5.45 lakh disease cases. Warnings went unheeded, culminating in recent deaths. Urgent action demanded.
Ranchi's drinking water pipelines run through sewage, garbage
Exposed water pipelines in Ranchi's drains pose severe contamination risks, raising fears of water-borne diseases. Residents demand urgent action from authorities. Read more.
Sewage contaminates drinking water in Bengaluru's Lingarajapuram
Residents of KSFC Layout in Bengaluru's Lingarajapuram discover sewage sludge in their water supply, leading to multiple illnesses and hospitalisations. BWSSB confirms pipeline breach. Read more.
Indore's Water Contamination Sparks Health, Financial Crisis
Residents of Indore's Bhagirathpura face illness and financial strain due to contaminated tap water. In India's cleanest city, the crisis reveals a bitter irony. Read more.
Indore Water Contamination: Deaths, Denial & Despair
Residents of Indore's Bhagirathpura mourn as contaminated water leads to deaths. Officials downplay the crisis, but locals demand truth and action. Read the full story.
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.
Gandhinagar: 70 Typhoid Cases from Contaminated Water
Gandhinagar faces a typhoid outbreak with 70 cases linked to leaks in new water pipelines. Officials scramble to fix contamination and advise boiling water.
Ahmedabad's Water Woes: Sewage Mixing Poses Health Threat
The Indore sewage tragedy highlights Ahmedabad's persistent water contamination crisis. AMC data reveals thousands of illness cases, with infrastructure leaks to blame. Read more.
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