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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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24.24 Lakh Water Bodies Enlisted In First-Ever Census
PM Modi's call on Sunday for public participation in water conservation has brought into focus the Jal Shakti Ministry's 'Jal Shakti Abhiyan: Catch the Rain - 2025' drive that has enlisted 24.24 lakh water bodies in the first-ever census.
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Gigantic Ocean Lies 700 Km Beneath Earth's Surface. Scientific Discovery Goes Viral
Researchers made the discovery after studying earthquakes and discovering that seismometers were picking up shockwaves under the surface of the Earth.
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World Oceans Day 2023: From Natural Dyes To Reef-Safe Sunscreens, Here's How Brands Are Slowly Yet Steadily Helping Save Our Oceans
Here are some sustainable practices brands are following to move in the right direction in order to protect the oceans
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In A First, Centre Conducts Water Bodies' Census
For the first time in India, the government has conducted the first-ever census of water bodies.
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Delhi Makes Last Ditch Attempt To Save "Extinct" Water Bodies. Here's How
The Delhi government is making one last effort to salvage the water bodies which have gone extinct over the years due to large-scale encroachment and negligence.
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Protect Water Bodies, Dry Or Wet: High Court To Tamil Nadu Government
In a State where water bodies develop for a few months following rains and leave no sign in the dry season, the channels have to be left undisturbed, the Madras High Court ruled on Tuesday.
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Take Genuine Steps To Protect Water Bodies: High Court To Tamil Nadu
The Madras High Court on Wednesday directed the State Chief Secretary to take genuine steps to protect the water bodies and forests and the coastal regions of Tamil Nadu, so that the future generations find the state habitable and can survive here.
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850 Water Bodies Identified For Rejuvenation, 700 For Water Conservation In Jammu
As many as 850 water bodies have been identified for rejuvenation, while a target for developing 700 new ones have been set under water conservation activities in Jammu, a senior official has said.
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Madras High Court Pulls Up Tamil Nadu Government Over Encroachment Of Water Bodies
The Madras High Court on Thursday pulled up the Tamil Nadu government for its apathy towards encroachment of water bodies and said development cannot be permitted at the cost of nature.
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Bengaluru Water Bodies Look Cleaner, 3 Weeks Into Coronavirus Lockdown
Bengaluru's water bodies have been notorious for being polluted all the time.
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Throwing Waste Into Water Bodies To Attract Jail Term In Kerala
Throwing waste into water bodies will attract a jail term in Kerala. As per the new ordinance introduced by the state government, dumping "rubbish, filth or excreta in any water course" will attract a jail term of two years and a fine of upto Rs 3 lakh for violators. The Ordinance is pending the Governor's approval.
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Revive Water Bodies In Dwarka Before Rains: Green Tribunal To Delhi Government
The National Green Tribunal today directed the Delhi government to revive water bodies in Dwarka sub-city in Delhi before the onset of monsoon after a plea alleged that they were in a dilapidated condition.
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Environment Activist Moves Green Tribunal For Revival Of Water Bodies In Dwarka
Days after the National Green Tribunal (NGT) directed the Delhi government to clean and restore all natural water bodies in the city, an environment activist has moved the green panel seeking its intervention to revive water bodies in the Dwarka sub-city in Delhi.
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Madras High Court Moved For Removing Encroachments In Water Bodies
The Madras High Court has ordered a notice to officials, including the Revenue Secretary, on a PIL by Puthia Tamizhagam leader S Krishnaswamy seeking to remove encroachments in water bodies, waterways and government poramboke land in Tuticorin district.
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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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24.24 Lakh Water Bodies Enlisted In First-Ever Census
PM Modi's call on Sunday for public participation in water conservation has brought into focus the Jal Shakti Ministry's 'Jal Shakti Abhiyan: Catch the Rain - 2025' drive that has enlisted 24.24 lakh water bodies in the first-ever census.
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Gigantic Ocean Lies 700 Km Beneath Earth's Surface. Scientific Discovery Goes Viral
Researchers made the discovery after studying earthquakes and discovering that seismometers were picking up shockwaves under the surface of the Earth.
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World Oceans Day 2023: From Natural Dyes To Reef-Safe Sunscreens, Here's How Brands Are Slowly Yet Steadily Helping Save Our Oceans
Here are some sustainable practices brands are following to move in the right direction in order to protect the oceans
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In A First, Centre Conducts Water Bodies' Census
For the first time in India, the government has conducted the first-ever census of water bodies.
-
Delhi Makes Last Ditch Attempt To Save "Extinct" Water Bodies. Here's How
The Delhi government is making one last effort to salvage the water bodies which have gone extinct over the years due to large-scale encroachment and negligence.
-
Protect Water Bodies, Dry Or Wet: High Court To Tamil Nadu Government
In a State where water bodies develop for a few months following rains and leave no sign in the dry season, the channels have to be left undisturbed, the Madras High Court ruled on Tuesday.
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Take Genuine Steps To Protect Water Bodies: High Court To Tamil Nadu
The Madras High Court on Wednesday directed the State Chief Secretary to take genuine steps to protect the water bodies and forests and the coastal regions of Tamil Nadu, so that the future generations find the state habitable and can survive here.
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850 Water Bodies Identified For Rejuvenation, 700 For Water Conservation In Jammu
As many as 850 water bodies have been identified for rejuvenation, while a target for developing 700 new ones have been set under water conservation activities in Jammu, a senior official has said.
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Madras High Court Pulls Up Tamil Nadu Government Over Encroachment Of Water Bodies
The Madras High Court on Thursday pulled up the Tamil Nadu government for its apathy towards encroachment of water bodies and said development cannot be permitted at the cost of nature.
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Bengaluru Water Bodies Look Cleaner, 3 Weeks Into Coronavirus Lockdown
Bengaluru's water bodies have been notorious for being polluted all the time.
-
Throwing Waste Into Water Bodies To Attract Jail Term In Kerala
Throwing waste into water bodies will attract a jail term in Kerala. As per the new ordinance introduced by the state government, dumping "rubbish, filth or excreta in any water course" will attract a jail term of two years and a fine of upto Rs 3 lakh for violators. The Ordinance is pending the Governor's approval.
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Revive Water Bodies In Dwarka Before Rains: Green Tribunal To Delhi Government
The National Green Tribunal today directed the Delhi government to revive water bodies in Dwarka sub-city in Delhi before the onset of monsoon after a plea alleged that they were in a dilapidated condition.
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Environment Activist Moves Green Tribunal For Revival Of Water Bodies In Dwarka
Days after the National Green Tribunal (NGT) directed the Delhi government to clean and restore all natural water bodies in the city, an environment activist has moved the green panel seeking its intervention to revive water bodies in the Dwarka sub-city in Delhi.
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Madras High Court Moved For Removing Encroachments In Water Bodies
The Madras High Court has ordered a notice to officials, including the Revenue Secretary, on a PIL by Puthia Tamizhagam leader S Krishnaswamy seeking to remove encroachments in water bodies, waterways and government poramboke land in Tuticorin district.
