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CHENNAI WATER SYSTEM UPGRADE
India, ADB sign $230 million loan to upgrade Chennai water systemIndia and the Asian Development Bank signed a $230 million loan agreement. This project will expand and modernize Chennai's water supply an...
MIT researchers redesigned ordinary fog nets, changing the mesh and coating, to extract drinking water from air in some of Earth's driest regionsScientists have created an innovative mesh tailored for capturing water from fog, enhancing water yield dramatically over current nets. Thi...
A Manhattan office building began freezing water at night; the stored ice now helps cool it during peak summer demandIn the heart of Manhattan, Eleven Madison Avenue has adopted an innovative cooling method utilizing an ice battery. This system freezes wat...
Earlier this year, New York City committed $95 million to turn Brooklyn parks and courts into stormwater storage. Today, the project can manage nearly 30 million gallons of rainwater a year, easing pressure on sewers and streetsNew York City is using an innovative Cloudburst strategy to help manage heavy rainfall by turning everyday public spaces into temporary sto...
Amit Shah chairs southern CMs conclave, Karnataka CM Shivakumar flags delimitationUnion Home Minister Amit Shah led a meeting of southern chief ministers. Karnataka CM DK Shivakumar raised the delimitation issue and women...
Tamil Nadu CM Joseph Vijay announces official vehicles and allowances for MLAs to address public grievancesTamil Nadu Chief Minister C Joseph Vijay announced government vehicles and a monthly allowance for all MLAs. The state's medical insurance ...
US warns Siemens devices can be hacked amid fears Iran is breaching water plantsUS agencies issued a warning about hackers targeting Siemens devices. These devices are crucial for operating water and other critical infr...
Tamil Nadu initiates new schemes to provide security to touristsTamil Nadu has announced a tourism overhaul focused on safety, sustainability and connectivity, including AI-powered surveillance at major ...
In 2026, EDP APAC deployed 13,312 solar panels on more than 30,000 pontoons in Singapore’s Strait of Johor. Today, marine growth has increased floater mass by nearly 43%, putting buoyancy and electrical connectors at riskEDP APAC deployed 13,312 solar panels across 30,000 pontoons in Singapore’s Strait of Johor. Today, heavy marine growth is threatening the ...
Every day, 50,000 litres of polluted water flow from South Africa's Stiebeuel River into natural filter beds, where stones, sand and biochar clean it in 5 days, removing 99% of harmful bacteria and creating water for irrigationResearchers in South Africa are using a nature-based filtration system to treat polluted water from the Stiebeuel River in Franschhoek. At ...
In 723 CE, two 8th-century Chinese polymaths during the Tang dynasty invented the world's first mechanical clockwork escapement mechanism: How Yi Xing and Liang Lingzan changed timekeeping?In 723 CE, two 8th-century Chinese polymaths during the Tang dynasty invented the world's first mechanical clockwork escapement mechanism. ...
17 gallons of Atlantic fog can become drinking water in 24 hours as Morocco’s mountain nets capture moisture above the Anti-Atlas, then gravity carries it downhill to homes where families once walked hours for waterIn southwestern Morocco, Atlantic fog is being transformed into drinking water through a network of specialized mesh nets on Mt. Boutmezgui...
UAE detects two ballistic missiles launched from Iran, warns residents to stay safeThe UAE on Tuesday detected two ballistic missiles launched from Iran, the Defence Ministry said, with one missile falling outside the coun...
This 16-year-old Canadian student built an autonomous AI-powered robot turtle that can detect tiny microplastics in waterThis 16-year-old built an autonomous AI-powered robot turtle that detects microplastics in water. The Canadian student created the turtle-i...
Fertiliser giants bet big on specialty productsSpecialty fertilisers, widely used in horticulture, are gaining popularity as farmers seek better yields and more efficient use of nutrient...
One National Park: Shaping the next generation of commercial destinations in ChennaiOne National Park presents a remarkable opportunity, blending top-tier commercial infrastructure with premier lifestyle amenities. Set next...
Railway passengers take note: If you drink water from station coolers, CAG has found E coli in samples from 8 locationsA CAG report found E coli in drinking water at several railway stations. Hundreds of stations also lacked essential passenger facilities, a...
When the cloud gets thirsty: Should India make AI pay back its water debt?India's AI sector is poised to face a substantial challenge due to its increasing water demands for infrastructure, particularly as data ce...
Railways to overhaul drinking water system across networkThe new actions also include replacement of water tanks and strict compliance on regular water quality testing at source and outlet points....
Fed up with rust stains in your toilet bowl? Here’s how to prevent them from returningRust stains appearing in toilet bowls are frequently a result of high iron levels in the water supply. It is vital to tackle this elevated ...