Gurgaon MCG to Use Treated Sewage Water for Parks
MCG Gurgaon approves Rs 1.98 crore plan to lay pipelines supplying treated sewage water to parks, reducing drinking water use for irrigation and promoting sustainability.
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Noida Waterlogging: Decade of Delays Led to Tragedy
A software engineer drowned in a waterlogged trench in Noida's Sector 150. The site, meant for a mall, became a pond over 10 years due to stalled stormwater plans.
ISEC Faculty Shaped India's Agricultural Policies
Faculty members from the Institute for Social and Economic Change have played crucial roles in key agricultural developments, including Karnataka's irrigation projects and national sericulture policies.
Hyderabad: Munneru-Palair Canal to Finish by Jan 2027
Irrigation Minister N Uttam Kumar Reddy promises swift completion of the Munneru-Palair link canal, aiming for full operation by January 2027 to benefit farmers and reduce electricity costs.
Odisha CM Launches Rs 891 Crore Projects in Kalahandi
Chief Minister Mohan Charan Majhi inaugurated development projects worth Rs 891.39 crore for Kalahandi district during Ghumura festival celebrations in Bhawanipatna.
Foreign Experts to Inspect Polavaram Project from Jan 19
A panel of international dam safety experts will conduct a technical review of the Polavaram Project from January 19 to 22, assessing progress and providing advisory inputs for quality and timely execution.
Maharashtra Approves Rs4,775 Crore for Bembla River Project
The Maharashtra cabinet has cleared Rs4,775 crore to complete the long-pending Bembla river irrigation project in Yavatmal, aiming to irrigate nearly 59,000 hectares after over 50 years of delays.
Revanth Reddy Promises Irrigation Projects in Mahbubnagar
Chief Minister A Revanth Reddy pledges to finish all pending irrigation projects in Mahbubnagar district and develop it into a model region during a public meeting.
Telangana's Munneru-Palair Gravity Irrigation Project Announced
The Telangana government announced the Munneru-Palair link scheme, a gravity-based irrigation and drinking water project that will harness surplus floodwaters to benefit Khammam, Suryapet, and Mahabubabad districts.
Polavaram Project Cost Soars to ₹62,436 Crore
The Polavaram irrigation project's cost has surged six-fold to ₹62,436 crore due to delays, design changes, and rising rehabilitation expenses, posing financial challenges for Andhra Pradesh.
Telangana CM Announces Major Development Projects for Adilabad
Chief Minister A Revanth Reddy unveiled plans for an airport, industrial park, and irrigation projects in Adilabad district, emphasizing cooperation with the Centre for development.
Harish Rao Accuses CM of Stealing Credit for BRS Projects
Senior BRS leader T Harish Rao criticizes Chief Minister Revanth Reddy for taking credit for irrigation projects built under KCR's leadership, alleging zero progress in two years of Congress rule.
Patna: 42 Watershed Schemes Launched, 61 Commissioned by Minister
Agriculture Minister Ram Kripal Yadav inaugurated 42 new watershed schemes and commissioned 61 existing ones under PM Agricultural Irrigation Scheme 2.0 at Bihar Watershed Mahotsava 2026 event in Patna.
UP Agriculture Becomes Development Axis Under Yogi Govt
Uttar Pradesh government declares agriculture as the new development axis, highlighting reforms that boosted growth to over 14% and increased foodgrain contribution to 21% nationally.
Ajit Pawar's Rs110 Crore Purandar Scheme Claim Sparks Firestorm
Deputy CM Ajit Pawar alleges Rs110 crore inflation in Purandar irrigation scheme during BJP-Shiv Sena rule for party funds, drawing sharp reactions across political spectrum.
Ajit Pawar Alleges Irrigation Fraud, BJP Denies Claims
Deputy CM Ajit Pawar claims a 1999 irrigation project cost was inflated by Rs 100 crore for BJP party funds. BJP ministers express surprise and counter-allege diversion tactics.
Bihar Cabinet Clears Indrapuri Reservoir Project
The Bihar Cabinet has cleared the Indrapuri Reservoir Project after approving a water-sharing agreement with Jharkhand. This decision resolves a 25-year deadlock and will boost irrigation in eight districts.
Sirsa Canal Breach Floods School, Crops; Farmers Angry
A breach in Gudiya Khera Minor Canal near Nirban village school inundated hundreds of acres of crops and flooded school premises, sparking farmer anger over repeated infrastructure failures.
Naidu Launches ₹126 Crore Canal Project in Tirupati
Chief Minister Nara Chandrababu Naidu laid the foundation for the Neeva branch canal-Kalyani dam linkage project worth ₹126 crore during his visit to Naravaripalli. He also inaugurated several development works.
Bihar-Jharkhand Resolve Sone River Water Dispute, Clear Indrapuri Reservoir
The Bihar cabinet has approved a resolution to share Sone river water with Jharkhand, ending a long-standing dispute. This clears the path for constructing the Indrapuri reservoir in Rohtas district, expected to boost irrigation in eight districts of sout
NDMC Smart Irrigation System in Delhi to Save 70% Water
New Delhi Municipal Council introduces automated smart irrigation across key roads and parks, aiming to reduce treated water wastage by 70% and lower pollution from water tankers.
Farmer declared dead in records fights to prove he's alive
Irappa Abbai, a Belagavi farmer, discovered he was officially dead for 5 years, blocking govt benefits. His struggle highlights bureaucratic errors. Read his shocking story.
Telangana to restart SLBC tunnel work with new methods
A year after a fatal roof collapse, Telangana's SLBC tunnel project resumes with advanced tunnelling methodology and safety systems. The project aims to irrigate 3 lakh acres.
Haryana Junior Hockey Coach Held for Raping Minor Player
A junior hockey coach in Haryana's Rewari has been arrested for allegedly raping and impregnating a minor girl. Police confirm the accused used his position of trust to commit the crime. Read the full details.
Telangana seeks national project status for PRLIS in budget
Deputy CM Mallu Bhatti Vikramarka urged the Centre to declare PRLIS a national project & allocate funds for Hyderabad Metro Phase-2, RRR, and semiconductor hub in pre-budget meeting.
Hipparagi Barrage damage causes major water loss, farmers anxious
A damaged crest gate at Hipparagi barrage leads to loss of 2 TMC water, raising irrigation fears in Belagavi & Bagalkot. Repair work is on war footing. Read more.
Maharashtra's ₹70,000 Cr Irrigation Scam Resurfaces
The massive ₹70,000 crore irrigation scandal is back in Maharashtra's political arena as elections near. Read about the allegations, political sparring, and the unresolved legal battle.
Prakasam irrigation crisis: NSRC water shortage hits crops
Farmers in Prakasam district face wilting crops due to a severe shortfall of water from the Nagarjuna Sagar right canal. With only 26 tmc ft left in Andhra's quota, urgent action is needed to prevent massive agricultural losses.
Karnataka to count lakes, resolve ownership confusion
Karnataka minister NS Boseraju directs officials to prepare an accurate list of all water bodies to end inter-departmental ambiguity and protect lakes from encroachment. Urgent action ordered.
Father among 12 arrested for minor's sexual exploitation in Karnataka
Karnataka police arrest 12, including father & grandmother, for forcing a minor into prostitution in Chikkamagaluru. Case filed under POCSO, BNS, and Immoral Traffic Act. Read the shocking details.
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