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Centre calls for convergence of JJM 2.0, VB-G RAM G to ensure sustainable rural drinking waterThe Department of Drinking Water and Sanitation is urging better coordination between Jal Jeevan Mission 2.0 and VB-G RAM G. Initiatives di...
44 lakh households await tap water connections under Jal Jeevan Mission in Rajasthan: Ex- CM Ashok GehlotAshok Gehlot has accused the BJP government of delays in the Jal Jeevan Mission affecting 44 lakh households. He highlighted that the state...
In 1824, construction began on New Jersey’s Morris Canal, where 23 inclined planes carried boats up and down hills; some lifts spanned up to 100 feetConstructed in the early 1830s, the Morris Canal stands as a significant achievement in New Jersey's engineering history. It uniquely utili...
RTI Act turns 21: Commissions choke on backlog, appeals in Tripura, MP may be decided in 2046An independent study has revealed significant delays in the disposal of RTI appeals across various states. Tripura and Madhya Pradesh have ...
Wheat sowing faces heat from water shortage this winterFarmers in India are likely to reduce wheat planting this winter due to water scarcity and low minimum support prices. Regions such as Raja...
Cleveland Fed's Hammack backs restrictive policy, says better if it comes 'relatively quickly'Cleveland Fed President Beth Hammack has stressed the urgency of adopting a strict monetary policy as a response to mounting inflation that...
How did ancient Roman engineers make water flow uphill? The ingenious technology behind their aqueductsRoman engineers had advanced water transport systems, including aqueducts and inverted siphons, to navigate challenging terrains. By levera...
Placing aluminium foil around potted plants: How this simple home trick works, its benefits and the right way to use it to help indoor plants thriveUsing aluminium foil around potted plants can significantly improve light distribution and contribute to healthy growth. When strategically...
NHRC has grown into trusted address for aggrieved: Chief Justice of India Surya KantChief Justice of India (CJI) Surya Kant said the National Human Rights Commission (NHRC) has grown into a trusted institution for the numbe...
Carlsberg India told to close Alwar unit over pollution breach ahead of $700 million IPO plansCarlsberg India's operating consent for its Alwar brewery was revoked due to high particulate emissions. The brewery's pollution levels wer...
How to clean a burnt pan quickly at home: Try these 3 easy methods to remove stubborn food residue without harsh scrubbingCleaning burnt pans doesn't require harsh chemicals—household staples are quite effective. For starters, simmer vinegar with water to loose...
Stale crackers and cereal can turn crisp again instead of going in the trash; a few minutes in a 425°F oven can drive off enough moisture to revive the crunchReviving your stale dry snacks, like crackers, is simple and effective. Using an oven to eliminate excess moisture can bring back their del...
Weak rains clouds recovery in Rs 3.3 lakh crore microfinance sectorIndia's microfinance sector, with a market worth ₹3.30 lakh crore, is encountering credit risk hurdles. Key factors include inconsistent ra...
Bangladesh seeks new or revised Ganges water pact with India ahead of 2026 deadlineBangladesh is requesting a new or revised Ganges water-sharing treaty with India prior to 2026. Water Resources Minister Shahid Uddin Chowd...
‘Expatriates may bring their families to the Kingdom’; Saudi Arabia refreshes family visa processSaudi Arabia has introduced a new family visa process for skilled Indian professionals moving to the Kingdom. Eligible workers can now appl...
New rural jobs framework notifies 375 activitiesThe ministry of rural development said the new schedule under the Viksit Bharat Guarantee for Rozgar and Ajeevika Mission (VB-G RAM G) Gram...
Kabul water crisis: Afghan capital edges towards 'day zero' as boreholes dry, drought bites and aid stays frozenKabul faces a severe water crisis as aquifers deplete faster than they can be replenished. The population growth has resulted in excessive ...
In 2006, Matt Damon built a non-profit after seeing water crisis in a Zambian village; 20 years later, the charity mission has reached more than 95 million peopleMatt Damon's water nonprofit began after a 2006 visit to Zambia, where a borewell near a young girl's home was the only thing standing betw...
Govt notifies 375 permissible works under VB-G RAM G, expands scope by 41 per centThe Centre has introduced 375 new permissible works under the Viksit Bharat Guarantee for Rozgar and Ajeevika Mission. The categories inclu...
Second water bodies census: Maharashtra records 4.74 lakh, UP 2.86 lakh; five states see declineMaharashtra's water bodies rose to 4.74 lakh, nearly five times the first census total. Uttar Pradesh also recorded an increase, with over ...