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No Caste Discrimination In Water Distribution: Madras High Court's Big Order
In a powerful and far-reaching order, the Madurai Bench of the Madras High Court has condemned caste-based discrimination in access to public water resources and directed statewide implementation of equitable practices.
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Over 80% of Rural Indian Families Now Have Access to Piped Drinking Water
Marking a significant achievement in rural water infrastructure, the Centre's flagship initiative, Jal Jeevan Mission (JJM) - Har Ghar Jal, has reached a key milestone.
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Gaza's Children Missed 2 Years Of School And Truce Won't Undo The Damage
Israel's bombardment and ground operations have killed tens of thousands of Palestinians and displaced 90% of Gaza's population. School-age children in crowded shelters and tent camps are often forced to help their families find food, water and wood.
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Millions At Risk After Trump's Funding Cut Stalls Water Projects Globally
The Trump administration's decision to slash nearly all U.S. foreign aid has left dozens of water and sanitation projects half-finished across the globe.
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Pakistan, Russia To Expand Connectivity For Access To Warm Waters: Report
Pakistan and Russia agreed to accelerate infrastructure development across the region to facilitate trade and economic integration.
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All Pakistani X Handles Blocked In India, Ban On YouTube Channels Stays
All Pakistani accounts on X have been blocked in India after briefly being accessible in the past few days, official sources confirmed on Thursday.
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MIT Researchers Test Innovative Device To Tap Water From Air
The system is expected to produce more water in humid environments, providing drinking water for households lacking access to safe water.
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MK Stalin To Launch Fifty Water Vending Machines In Chennai
In a major public welfare initiative to ensure access to clean drinking water for all, Tamil Nadu Chief Minister MK Stalin will inaugurate 50 vending machines across Chennai on Wednesday.
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New Island Forms in Caspian Sea as Water Levels Drop, Russian Scientists Confirm
Russian scientists have verified the existence of a new island in the northern Caspian Sea, first spotted via satellite in late 2024. Located 30 km from Maly Zhemchuzhny Island, the islet appeared as sea levels reached historic lows due to climate change and tectonic shifts. Although researchers couldn’t land due to shallow water, drone images ...
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Greta Thunberg Was Abused By Israeli Authorities, Says French Doctor
The boat also had Swedish climate activist Greta Thunberg onboard, and the doctor, Baptiste Andr said that the Israeli authorities mocked and deliberately deprived passengers of sleep, particularly Thunberg.
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Tea For Rs 10, Vada Pav For Rs 20: Udan Yatri Cafe Launched At Pune Airport
This women-led cafe aims to make air travel more accessible, affordable and passenger-friendly.
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Maharashtra Water Crisis Deepens, Women Walk Kilometers For Water
The water crisis in parts of Maharashtra has deepened, with women in the villages of Arni tehsil, Yavatmal district, facing severe challenges in accessing water for daily use.
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Explore Chile’s Marble Caves: Turquoise Wonders Sculpted by Nature
Chile’s Marble Caves, located on the shores of General Carrera Lake in the Aysén Region, are extraordinary natural formations shaped over 10,000 to 15,000 years. These caverns, known for their smooth, swirling marble walls, reflect vibrant turquoise hues due to the glacial silt in the water. Originally limestone, the rock underwent metamorphosis...
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Water Tap In A Dry Rajasthan Village And A Dream Come True
Easy access to drinking water was a dream for the residents of Sundra village in Rajasthan's Barmer district till last week, when water gushed out of a tap built in the middle of a desert, after overcoming numerous obstacles.
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Sewage Surveillance Might Be a Powerful Tool to Fight Antimicrobial Resistance, New Study Reveals
Sewage surveillance is emerging as a crucial method in combating antimicrobial resistance (AMR), according to new research from Virginia Tech. Published in Nature Water, the study demonstrates that monitoring wastewater provides a more efficient and comprehensive approach to tracking antibiotic-resistant bacteria than testing individuals. This meth...
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No Caste Discrimination In Water Distribution: Madras High Court's Big Order
In a powerful and far-reaching order, the Madurai Bench of the Madras High Court has condemned caste-based discrimination in access to public water resources and directed statewide implementation of equitable practices.
-
Over 80% of Rural Indian Families Now Have Access to Piped Drinking Water
Marking a significant achievement in rural water infrastructure, the Centre's flagship initiative, Jal Jeevan Mission (JJM) - Har Ghar Jal, has reached a key milestone.
-
Gaza's Children Missed 2 Years Of School And Truce Won't Undo The Damage
Israel's bombardment and ground operations have killed tens of thousands of Palestinians and displaced 90% of Gaza's population. School-age children in crowded shelters and tent camps are often forced to help their families find food, water and wood.
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Millions At Risk After Trump's Funding Cut Stalls Water Projects Globally
The Trump administration's decision to slash nearly all U.S. foreign aid has left dozens of water and sanitation projects half-finished across the globe.
-
Pakistan, Russia To Expand Connectivity For Access To Warm Waters: Report
Pakistan and Russia agreed to accelerate infrastructure development across the region to facilitate trade and economic integration.
-
All Pakistani X Handles Blocked In India, Ban On YouTube Channels Stays
All Pakistani accounts on X have been blocked in India after briefly being accessible in the past few days, official sources confirmed on Thursday.
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MIT Researchers Test Innovative Device To Tap Water From Air
The system is expected to produce more water in humid environments, providing drinking water for households lacking access to safe water.
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MK Stalin To Launch Fifty Water Vending Machines In Chennai
In a major public welfare initiative to ensure access to clean drinking water for all, Tamil Nadu Chief Minister MK Stalin will inaugurate 50 vending machines across Chennai on Wednesday.
-
New Island Forms in Caspian Sea as Water Levels Drop, Russian Scientists Confirm
Russian scientists have verified the existence of a new island in the northern Caspian Sea, first spotted via satellite in late 2024. Located 30 km from Maly Zhemchuzhny Island, the islet appeared as sea levels reached historic lows due to climate change and tectonic shifts. Although researchers couldn’t land due to shallow water, drone images ...
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Greta Thunberg Was Abused By Israeli Authorities, Says French Doctor
The boat also had Swedish climate activist Greta Thunberg onboard, and the doctor, Baptiste Andr said that the Israeli authorities mocked and deliberately deprived passengers of sleep, particularly Thunberg.
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Tea For Rs 10, Vada Pav For Rs 20: Udan Yatri Cafe Launched At Pune Airport
This women-led cafe aims to make air travel more accessible, affordable and passenger-friendly.
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Maharashtra Water Crisis Deepens, Women Walk Kilometers For Water
The water crisis in parts of Maharashtra has deepened, with women in the villages of Arni tehsil, Yavatmal district, facing severe challenges in accessing water for daily use.
-
Explore Chile’s Marble Caves: Turquoise Wonders Sculpted by Nature
Chile’s Marble Caves, located on the shores of General Carrera Lake in the Aysén Region, are extraordinary natural formations shaped over 10,000 to 15,000 years. These caverns, known for their smooth, swirling marble walls, reflect vibrant turquoise hues due to the glacial silt in the water. Originally limestone, the rock underwent metamorphosis...
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Water Tap In A Dry Rajasthan Village And A Dream Come True
Easy access to drinking water was a dream for the residents of Sundra village in Rajasthan's Barmer district till last week, when water gushed out of a tap built in the middle of a desert, after overcoming numerous obstacles.
-
Sewage Surveillance Might Be a Powerful Tool to Fight Antimicrobial Resistance, New Study Reveals
Sewage surveillance is emerging as a crucial method in combating antimicrobial resistance (AMR), according to new research from Virginia Tech. Published in Nature Water, the study demonstrates that monitoring wastewater provides a more efficient and comprehensive approach to tracking antibiotic-resistant bacteria than testing individuals. This meth...
