Gurgaon's groundwater level hits a decade high of 30.6m, but experts reveal the rise is due to heavy monsoon rains, not sustainable water management. The city still extracts 212% of its safe limit.
A Gurgaon district survey reveals 78% of dug wells are defunct, highlighting a critical loss of traditional water infrastructure. Experts call for urgent revival and rainwater harvesting. Read more.
JD(S) leader M Mallesh Babu urges for a direct train service between Bengaluru and Kolar, citing severe daily overcrowding on the current 12-coach trains via Bangarapete-KGF. Read more.
BWSSB expands its Sarala Cauvery EMI plan to commercial properties, aiming to boost piped water connections. Over 25,000 residential users have already enrolled, and the 5th Stage project is halfway to its 2028 goal.
Earth Warriors flags Delhi's toxic groundwater to L-G & CM. Group demands immediate action on water quality reports, treatment systems, and accountability. Citizens' right to safe water violated.
Jalaun district in Uttar Pradesh wins Best District in North Zone at National Water Award 2024. Groundwater levels rise by 2m, crop area expands, and farmer income grows 20-30%. Discover the community-driven success story.
A new study reveals Delhi's severe smog hours tripled after Punjab & Haryana's 2009 groundwater policy. Learn the link between paddy cultivation and toxic air.
Punjab, Rajasthan, and Haryana exceed 100% groundwater extraction, far above India's 60% average. Over-reliance on paddy cultivation drives the crisis. Read the full report.
A 48-year-old man was murdered outside a Bhopal liquor shop. The accused, taunted about his sister's suicide, staged it as an accident. Police unraveled the truth. Read the full investigation details.
Odisha faces delays in 705 multi-village water schemes due to land acquisition and contractor issues. Learn about the state's challenges and measures to ensure safe drinking water.
Meghalaya's social welfare department receives 24 children rescued from an unregistered Karnataka facility. Officials call for stricter SOPs to prevent improper inter-state transfers of minors.
A new women-centric study from Kolar, Karnataka, identifies key genetic mutations like CASP8 driving aggressive oral cancer in female tobacco chewers, paving the way for personalised treatment. Read more.
A 2025 report reveals alarming groundwater over-extraction in Kolar, Bengaluru Urban, Chikkaballapur, Bengaluru Rural, and Chitradurga. Urgent action is needed to prevent a water crisis.
Patna workshop led by CGWB and state officials stresses judicious use of field data in national groundwater mapping. Experts call for a common platform and training for effective resource management.
Odisha faces delays in 705 multi-village water supply projects. Minister V Somanna cites land acquisition & contractor issues. Learn about state's corrective measures & plans to tackle water scarcity.
A Patna workshop organized by CGWB and state officials emphasized creating a common data platform for groundwater mapping. Experts called for judicious data use and specialized training for effective resource management.
Moovar Nagar playground in Pozhichalur near Pallavaram has transformed into an illegal dumpyard due to irregular waste collection, causing environmental and health hazards for residents.
Kerala's draft water policy 2025 proposes government ownership of groundwater, differential pricing, and strict regulations to combat scarcity. Read how this will impact households and industries.
India's annual groundwater recharge increased to 448.52 BCM in 2025, yet 25% of units face over-exploitation. Discover the critical state-wise data and solutions.
Shocking NGT report reveals Delhi's groundwater contains dangerous levels of heavy metals and contaminants. Urgent action needed to address this public health emergency.
Five family members from Kolar died in a head-on collision near Kotekal curve in Kurnool. The victims, including two children, were traveling to Mantralaya for religious visit.
CPCB report flags severe uranium & lead contamination in Delhi's groundwater, posing serious health risks for borewell users. Urgent action demanded.
Bengaluru faces tomato price surge as supply fails to meet 3,000-tonne daily demand. Kolar APMC reports 60% price hike due to weather disruptions and crop shifts. Learn what's driving the crisis.
Alarming rise in Delhi's uranium groundwater contamination to 15%, making it India's 3rd worst-affected region. Learn the health risks and hotspots.
Laju Thomas, 42, died in a Bhopal hospital after being found injured near a school. Police are investigating if it was a bike fall or hit-and-run. Read for details.
Shocking study reveals uranium contamination in breast milk across Bihar districts. 70% of infants face health risks. Researchers urge continued breastfeeding while demanding urgent action.
Nikolaj Coster-Waldau visits Bengaluru to document traditional well diggers creating recharge wells for groundwater improvement. See how Mannu Vaddars are solving water crisis.
A new study detects uranium contamination in breast milk across Bihar districts, raising urgent concerns about groundwater safety and infant health. Learn the facts now.
Shocking PGI study reveals 62.5% of Punjab's groundwater contains uranium above safe limits. Learn about health risks and urgent government action needed.
Four people died tragically when their car fell from a flyover in Kolar, Karnataka. Police investigation underway to determine the cause of the fatal accident.