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Centre Mandates 65% Nregs Spending on Water Conservation Works in ‘over -exploited’, ‘critical’ Rural Blocks

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The Centre has amended Schedule I of the Mahatma Gandhi National Rural Employment Guarantee Act (MNREGA), 2005, fixing a minimum percentage of funds to be spent on water conservation and harvesting works in rural blocks based on their stage of groundwater extraction. In rural blocks categorised as ‘over-exploited’ and ‘critical’ by the Central Ground Water Board (CGWB), a minimum of 65 per cent of the National Rural Employment Guarantee Scheme (NREGS) works in terms of cost shall be taken up for water conservation, water harvesting and other water-related works. ‘Over-exploited’…

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INDIA’S FORTUNE IS RIVERS, AND THROUGH THEM, CULTURAL ESSENCE REMAINS INTACT: SMT. MALINI AWASTHI

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The 6th Nadi Utsav, organised by the Indira Gandhi National Centre for the Arts (IGNCA) under the Ministry of Culture, Government of India, concluded today at IGNCA, Janpath, New Delhi. Over three days, the festival celebrated rivers as ecological lifelines and cultural reservoirs, blending scholarship, art, and performance. The festival was inaugurated by Union Minister of Jal Shakti, Shri C.R. Patil. The valedictory session was graced by Shri Gopal Arya, Central Once Secretary of the RSS, as Chief Guest, chaired by Prof. K. Anil Kumar and moderated by Shri Abhay…

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Gvmc Launches Three New Sewage Treatment Plants to Boost Visakhapatnam’s Wastewater Management

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The Greater Visakhapatnam Municipal Corporation (GVMC) is set to strengthen the city’s sewage management infrastructure by constructing three new sewage treatment plants (STPs) at Appughar, Sagar Nagar, and Bheemili. This initiative is aimed at addressing rising sewage volumes and reducing untreated e􀃯uent discharged into the Bay of Bengal. Currently, Visakhapatnam generates around 225 million litres per day (MLD) of sewage. Of this, approximately 171 MLD undergoes treatment, while the remaining 54 MLD flows untreated into the ocean. The planned STPs are expected to add a combined treatment capacity of 38…

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THE DIGITAL REVOLUTION NOW ENABLES PRECISE TECHNOLOGICAL SOLUTIONS TO REDUCE WATER LOSSES

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November 11, 2025. Water loss control is a critical issue for utilities across the globe. As several studies indicate, the total global Non-Revenue Water (NRW) amounts to 30% of total water input, with the economic cost of lost water reaching USD 39 billion per year (IWA Water Practice & Technology). In this context, optimizing water distribution systems and reducing unaccounted-for water—while enhancing leak detection—is essential to ensure continuous improvement in hydraulic efficiency. The use of advanced technologies such as AI, IoT, enhanced sensors, and digital platforms is already enabling better…

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NANOBUBBLES: THE TECHNOLOGICAL EDGE IN BIG DATA–DRIVEN WATER RESOURCE OPTIMIZATION

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Introduction: The World’s Water Dilemma Water is the world’s most critical resource — yet also the most mismanaged. With rising urbanization, erratic climate patterns, and surging industrial demand, the challenge of balancing water availability with consumption has never been more pressing, it is clear that traditional approaches are no longer enough. Blowers, Di users, and chemical dosing systems continue to consume massive resources but deliver diminishing returns, creating bottlenecks that stall true progress. Today, Big Data has emerged as the game-changer in optimizing water resources, enabling policymakers, industries, and communities…

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HARNESSING BIG DATA FOR SUSTAINABLE WATER RESOURCE MANAGEMENT: CHALLENGES AND STRATEGIC SOLUTIONS

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Water management is a critical global challenge, especially with increasing urbanization, climate change, and growing demands for water resources. The integration of big data technologies into water management systems oers immense potential for enhancing the eciency, sustainability, and resilience of water resources. In particular, the widespread adoption of Big Data has the potential to revolutionize water resource management, expanding the possibilities of water-related work and altering the development of water systems to improve sustainability in both agriculture and metropolitan areas. management, challenges encountered in implementation and possible strategies to overcome…

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EverythingAboutWater Buyer’s Guide 2025 Now Available – Your Complete Resource for the Water Industry

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New Delhi, India — The Earth Water Foundation is pleased to announce the release of the EverythingAboutWater Buyer’s Guide 2025, the industry’s most comprehensive reference publication for the water and wastewater sector. This annual edition is now available for purchase online, providing unparalleled access to the latest information, suppliers, and technologies shaping the water industry in India and beyond. The EverythingAboutWater Buyer’s Guide serves as a trusted resource for engineers, consultants, government officials, researchers, and industry professionals, offering an extensive directory of manufacturers, service providers, and solution experts. The 2025…

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EAW Global Aqua Expo 2026: Uniting the World for a Water-Secure Future

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Global Aqua Expo

New Delhi, India — The Earth Water Foundation proudly announces the launch of the EAW Global Aqua Expo 2026, a premier international exhibition and conference dedicated to the water and wastewater industry. Scheduled to take place from 6–8 August 2026 at Hall No. 1, Pragati Maidan, New Delhi, the event promises to be one of the largest gatherings of global water professionals, innovators, policymakers, and solution providers under one roof. Building upon the resounding success of the 20th EverythingAboutWater Expo 2025, this global edition is envisioned as a larger, more…

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How to Use Ozone Chorine Combination in Swimming Pools

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It is a fact that the standards of water quality for swimming pools have changed. Ozone is being preferred by many countries as a primary disinfectant agent . The role of chlorine is being limited to performing the role of residual disinfectant. What does ozone do and Chlorine does not To understand this we need to go in detail on each of this attributes . This is a one page summary for those decision makers who do not have of much of time to study each attribute but want reliable…

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Bentley Systems’ Innovation Day—hyderabad Spotlights the Power of Digital Twins to Advance India’s Infrastructure

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Hyderabad, India — July 18, 2025 — Bentley Systems, Incorporated (Nasdaq: BSY), the infrastructure engineering software company, successfully concluded its Innovation Day—Hyderabad on July 17, 2025. The full-day event brought together senior leaders from government agencies, engineering firms, and infrastructure consultancies to explore how digital twins and open, integrated digital delivery are transforming the way India designs, builds, and manages infrastructure. The event focused on Bentley’s industry-leading capabilities in transportation and water infrastructure, showcasing how digital twin technology is enabling real-time decision-making, operational resilience, and long-term sustainability. The diverse agenda…

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