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.
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BWSSB Halts Water Supply in Bengaluru's Lingarajapuram
BWSSB stops water supply to parts of Lingarajapuram, Bengaluru, after detecting contamination. Residents face disruption as authorities investigate the source. Stay informed.
Untreated Effluents Poison Ludhiana's Satluj, Buddha Dariya
PAC exposes gross failure of sewage plants in Ludhiana, discharging toxic waste into Satluj River. An environmental emergency threatens public health and biodiversity. Urgent action needed.
Raipur Acts After Indore Water Contamination Tragedy
Following the deadly water contamination in Indore, Raipur Mayor Meenal Choubey launches emergency inspections of water and sewage systems to prevent a similar crisis. Details inside.
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.
Bhopal Water Supply Disrupted Due to Power Shutdown
Bhopal residents face water supply disruption in several colonies as Kerwa treatment plant shuts down for maintenance on Jan 4. BMC advises cooperation.
Bengaluru Water Crisis: Sewage Mix Sparks Health Fears
Residents of Lingarajapuram's KSFC Layout battle sewage-contaminated drinking water, causing illnesses and forcing reliance on costly private tankers. BWSSB struggles to locate the leak.
Bengaluru Water Board Waives ₹299 Cr Penalty for 6.2L Consumers
Over 6.2 lakh Cauvery water consumers in Bengaluru to get penalty waiver under BWSSB's one-time settlement scheme. Pay principal dues in 90 days to save ₹299 crore. Act now!
Vizag Water Supply Cut on Monday for Maintenance
Water supply in several Vizag areas will be disrupted on Monday due to maintenance. Check the full list of affected wards and emergency tanker contact numbers here.
Bengaluru BWSSB Tender for 4 MLD Treated Water to Peenya
BWSSB launches Rs 20 crore project to supply 4 million litres of treated water daily to Peenya industries, conserving Cauvery water for drinking. Read about the mixed reactions and project details.
Peenya Industrial Area to Receive High-Quality Treated Water
Bengaluru's Peenya industrial hub will soon receive 20 million liters per day of high-quality treated water from the BWSSB, reducing reliance on groundwater and Cauvery water. Learn about this major sustainability initiative.
Kolkata Water Alert: KMC Tightens Safety After Indore Tragedy
Following 10 deaths in Indore from contaminated water, Kolkata's civic body orders stringent lab tests at all major treatment plants and booster stations to ensure safe drinking water.
Gandhinagar's 100 MLD STP project delayed by 6 months
Gandhinagar's new sewage treatment plant faces a 6-month delay as Jaspur overflows. The Rs 189.58 crore project's tender saw 10 amendments, raising health and environmental concerns. Read more.
Margao's Waste Gasification Plant Aims for Jan 2026 Launch
Margao Municipal Council targets Jan 26, 2026, to commission its advanced waste gasification plant at Sonsoddo. The Rs 7.2 crore project promises a sustainable solution to the town's garbage woes. Read the full update.
North Chennai's year-long water crisis after plant shutdown
North Chennai residents face a severe drinking water crisis as the 100MLD Minjur desalination plant remains shut for over a year. Families rely on costly private supplies while Metrowater promises a partial restart by April-May.
Gomti River in Lucknow Fails Safety Standards: UPPCB
UPPCB report reveals Gomti River water in Lucknow is unsafe, with critically low oxygen levels. Experts blame untreated sewage. Discover the alarming details and expert analysis.
HC Seeks Unified Authority for Periyar River Pollution
Kerala High Court reiterates need for a unified body to tackle Periyar River contamination, issues warning to state government. Details on the ETP plan and fund lapse inside.
New 'Fairy Lantern' Parasitic Plant Found in Malaysia
Scientists in Malaysia have discovered a bizarre new parasitic plant, Thismia selangorensis, that steals nutrients from fungi. Learn about this rare 'fairy lantern' and its unique survival strategy.
Nagpur's New Waste Plant Dry Run Starts at Bhandewadi
Nagpur Municipal Corporation begins dry run of new solid waste plant at Bhandewadi. The 10-acre facility, to be fully operational from Jan 20, will process 500 MT of fresh garbage daily, aiming for near-total scientific waste management.
Sikkim Sundari: Himalayan Flower Blooms Once Then Dies
Discover the rare Rheum nobile, or Sikkim Sundari, a Himalayan plant that grows for decades, blooms spectacularly once, and then perishes. Anand Mahindra calls it a 'masterclass in patience'.
Southern Railway Switches to Treated Sewage Water in Chennai
Southern Railway begins using 6 million litres daily of recycled sewage water for coach cleaning & maintenance in Chennai, a major step for urban water sustainability. Read how it works.
Southern Railway Switches to Recycled Sewage Water in Chennai
Southern Railway will use treated sewage water for coach cleaning & maintenance in Chennai, sourcing 6 MLD from Langs Garden plant. A major step for water conservation.
Chennai STP Sludge Can Be Reused for Gardening: Study
CEG research finds Chennai's sewage sludge, after pathogen treatment, is suitable for non-food agriculture. Heavy metals are within limits, but raw sludge is hazardous. Learn about safe reuse methods.
BWSSB Offers Full Interest Waiver on Pending Water Bills
Bengaluru's water board announces a 100% interest waiver scheme for consumers to clear pending bills. Act before July 31 to avail this one-time settlement offer.
Rare Plant Compound's Cancer-Fighting Power Decoded
Indian researchers unlock how a rare plant compound from the Indian snakeroot fights cancer cells. A breakthrough for future oncology treatments. Read the full study details.
Bengaluru residents confused over lake supervision after JCB entry
A JCB's entry into Vidyaranyapura Lake for alleged BWSSB work sparks confusion among Bengaluru citizens about which body is in charge of lake supervision and conservation efforts.
Vizag Steel Plant's Third VRS to Remove 570 Employees
Vizag Steel Plant management opens VRS window from Jan 1-20, 2026, aiming to cut 570 permanent jobs. This third phase continues a major workforce reduction strategy amid union criticism. Read the full details.
Indore confectionery units get notices for pollution norm violations
MPPCB issues show-cause notices to three Sanwer Road confectionery units for serious pollution control breaches. Units given 7 days to respond or face legal action. Read the full report.
IFC's First Direct Municipal Loan Funds Vizag's ₹550 Cr Sewage Project
GVMC secures a landmark ₹498 crore loan from the World Bank's IFC for a new underground drainage system and sewage treatment plant in Madhurawada, aiming to serve 2.5 lakh residents and curb sea pollution.
Russia Plans Lunar Nuclear Plant Within a Decade
Russia announces ambitious plan to construct a nuclear power plant on the moon within the next decade, aiming to reclaim its status as a leading space power. Read more about this groundbreaking lunar mission.
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