Earlier in 2026, United Utilities sent 44-ton tunnel borer Lily beneath Knutsford to build a 1.1-mile stormwater tunnel. Now, the finished system will hold 5.5 million liters of rainwater without closing the high streetKnutsford tunnel boring machine Lily has just completed the first major drive beneath the English town, digging deep underground without te...
22 Aug, 2026, 08.06 PM IST
Kerala: Vizhinjam International seaport to begin full-scale export-import operations from August 18Vizhinjam International Seaport will begin full export-import operations on August 18. This marks a significant step for Kerala's maritime ...
17 Aug, 2026, 01.37 PM IST
Since 2025, University of Manchester researchers modelled 2,300 urban canal sections across Great Britain and Ireland. Now, the study shows canals can lower nearby temperatures by as much as 2.3°C during heatwavesUrban canals cooling: Urban canals provide a notable cooling effect on surrounding areas, particularly during heatwaves. This natural cooli...
14 Aug, 2026, 09.31 PM IST
Thousands of US parks may sit dangerously close to toxic waste and chemical releases; researchers mapped more than 151,000 public parks to uncover the riskIn a comprehensive study, public parks and industrial sites in the United States were meticulously analyzed. Alarmingly, over half of these...
14 Aug, 2026, 03.30 PM IST
Researchers replaced a bare roof with plants; green roof surfaces stayed 30 to 40°F cooler in summerGreen roofs cool surfaces by up to forty degrees Fahrenheit, reducing urban heat island effects. Evapotranspiration from plants cools build...
05 Aug, 2026, 06.03 PM IST
Infra projects see cost overrun of Rs 4.92 lakh cr: MoSPIA significant number of infrastructure projects, each exceeding Rs 150 crore, have encountered notable cost escalations. Out of 1,847 proje...
28 Jul, 2026, 09.00 PM IST
Infrastructure projects see cost overrun of Rs 4.92 lakh cr: MoSPIInfrastructure projects worth over Rs 150 crore each registered substantial cost overruns. A total of 1,847 projects monitored showed revis...
28 Jul, 2026, 06.05 PM IST
Glasgow 2026 Commonwealth Games open with scaled-down format and a promise of a sustainable futureIn a grand display at Glasgow's OVO Hydro, the 23rd Commonwealth Games commenced with King Charles III's official opening. He underscored t...
24 Jul, 2026, 10.24 AM IST
Not a crocodile or alligator: Massive 10-feet-long lizards, world's second largest, roam in India's SundarbansIAS officer Sanjay Kumar highlighted the Asian water monitor and Bengal monitor thriving in the Sundarbans. The Asian water monitor, the wo...
23 Jul, 2026, 02.53 PM IST
West Bengal CM Suvendu Adhikari outlines ambitious transport plans ranging from new metros & electric buses to greenfield airportWest Bengal will see visible transport changes within one year under the new government. Kolkata will receive a Water Metro and two new int...
21 Jul, 2026, 01.04 PM IST
A symphony of spice and sound: Louisiana’s “Year of Outdoors” theme offers local musical treasure trove and culinary experiencesLouisiana offers a soulful experience through its waterways and vibrant music. Travellers can savour memorable dishes and collect small, se...
14 Jul, 2026, 05.28 PM IST
Union Minsiter Sonowal inaugurates Goa's new Captain of Ports Terminal building, announces phase-I priority for Goa water metroUnion Minister of Ports, Shipping and Waterways (MoPSW) Sarbananda Sonowal, in Panaji on June 27, inaugurated Goa's new Captain of Ports Te...
28 Jun, 2026, 09.40 AM IST
Why is market rising today? Sensex soars 800 pts, Nifty above 24,250. 3 key factors powering D-St bullsIndian stock markets experienced a significant surge on Thursday, with both the Sensex and Nifty climbing over 1%. This bullish trend was f...
25 Jun, 2026, 12.40 PM IST
Kolkata to join water metro network; Bengal eyes separate shipping department: CM Suvendu AdhikariWest Bengal is planning a dedicated shipping wing and exploring minor port development. A deep-sea port project will proceed at Dadanpatrab...
04 Jun, 2026, 05.06 PM IST
Govt working on plan to rollout water metro transport system in 18 citiesIndia is set to launch a water metro transport system in 18 cities. This initiative aims to transform waterways into efficient public trans...
18 May, 2026, 11.15 PM IST
Centre plans Guwahati Water Metro in Phase I of nationwide rollout: Union minister Sarbananda SonowalIndia is set to launch Water Metro services in 18 cities, with Guwahati leading Phase I. This initiative aims to transform waterways into e...
18 May, 2026, 11.07 PM IST
Economic Survey 2026: How Kochi can show the 'way' to other citiesIndia's Economic Survey 2025-26 highlights the Kochi Water Metro as a model for sustainable urban transport. This project revitalizes inlan...
29 Jan, 2026, 07.40 PM IST