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.
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.
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.
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.
CPCB report flags severe uranium & lead contamination in Delhi's groundwater, posing serious health risks for borewell users. Urgent action demanded.
Alarming rise in Delhi's uranium groundwater contamination to 15%, making it India's 3rd worst-affected region. Learn the health risks and hotspots.
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.
NASA and NOAA report Antarctic ozone hole ranked 5th smallest since 1992, breaking up 3 weeks early due to Montreal Protocol success. Learn how global efforts are healing our planet.
Experts reveal alarming rise in lung cancer among non-smokers due to air pollution and contaminated food/water. Bihar's groundwater arsenic levels exceed WHO limits by 20 times. Learn how to protect yourself.
Shocking study reveals uranium contamination in breast milk across six Bihar districts. Learn about health risks and urgent calls for government action to protect mothers and infants.
Alarming study reveals dangerous uranium levels in breast milk of lactating mothers in Bihar's Nawada district. Infants face potential health risks from radioactive contamination.
Shocking study finds uranium in breast milk samples from Bihar mothers. Learn about health impacts, contamination sources, and safety concerns. Read full analysis.
Environmentalists warn Supreme Court's elevation-based Aravalli definition could remove protection from low hills, threatening ecological balance and increasing desert dust in Delhi-NCR.
Rapid urban development and groundwater extraction are causing land subsidence in Indian megacities, threatening infrastructure and millions of residents. Immediate action needed.
Punjab faces severe water crisis with 78% groundwater blocks over-exploited. Farmers struggle as water table drops 0.5 meters yearly. Urgent action needed to save India's breadbasket.