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Signing of Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) on Modified Parbati-Kalisindh-Chambal-ERCP (PKC-ERCP) Link Project amongst States of Madhya Pradesh & Rajasthan and Govt. of India

It is another feather in the cap for Government of India in water management sector in the country, especially for the interlinking of rivers (ILR) program and also a momentous occasion for the people of Rajasthan and Madhya Pradesh (MP), as an MoU was signed by both these states with Ministry of Jal Shakti (MoJS), Govt. of India (GoI) today at New Delhi for implementation of the “Modified PKC-ERCP” (integration of original PKC with Eastern Rajasthan Canal Project of Rajasthan), which is the second project under the national perspective plan…

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For J&K Swachh Mission, Centre Okays Rs. 365 Cr. Plan

The Department of Drinking Water and Sanitation, Union Ministry of Jal Shakti, today approved the Annual Implementation Plan 2024-25 for J&K under the Swachh Bharat Mission (SBM) in a meeting convened with the Department of Rural Development and Panchayati Raj, J&K. Chaired by Vini Mahajan, Secretary, Department of Drinking Water and Sanitation, the meeting witnessed the participation of Joint Secretary Jitendra Srivastava and other senior officials of the Union Government, a spokesperson said. Shahid Iqbal Choudhary, Secretary, Rural Development Department and Panchayati Raj, J&K, made a detailed presentation before the…

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Tamil Nadu: Jal Shakti Abhiyan Improves Groundwater in Six Revenue Blocks in Dharmapuri

The ambitious Jal Shakti Abhiyan that aims to promote the conservation of water in water-stressed blocks in the country has proved to be a success in the dry Dharmapuri district of Tamil Nadu. The district administration has spent over Rs 77.03 crores under the central government programme in improving water storage, reusing water sources and watershed development. The efforts have paid off well as per early indicators as the groundwater levels in six firkas (revenue blocks) across Dharmapuri district have improved. Though the rivers Cauvery and Thenpennai flow through Dharmapuri,…

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VA Tech Wabag Secures $33.5 Million Contract for Industrial Wastewater Treatment Plant in Saudi Arabia

VA Tech WABAG, a water technology firm listed on the Bombay Stock Exchange, has secured a $33.5 million order from SEPCO III Electric Power Construction Corporation. The order includes the engineering and procurement (EP) of a 20 MLD industrial wastewater treatment plant at the Ras Tanura refinery complex in Saudi Arabia. Wabag will serve as the process and technology contractor for the treatment plant, which is being constructed by SEPCO III and developed by Miahona for its off-taker Saudi Aramco, as per the company’s disclosure to the stock exchange. The…

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Budget 2024: Implementing Vision for Development

Anil Sethi, Chairman, Pump Academy Private Limited The Finance Minister’s Budget 2024 presentation has laid the foundation for fostering India’s growth trajectory, in an effort to solidifying India’s growing credibility in the global economy. This Interim Budget for 2024 is focused on reforms and stimulating investments, aligning with the vision of a ‘Viksit Bharat’ by 2047, marking the 100th year of independence and aspiring to attain a $30 trillion economy. According to the International Monetary Fund (IMF), India is projected to secure the position of the third-largest economy by 2027.…

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Post Budget Quote from SmarterHomes

By Jitender Thirwani, COO, SmarterHomes In recent years, India has shown a proactive stance in the fight against climate change. The government’s commitment to addressing climate issues and promoting sustainability is evident in the initiatives outlined in the interim budget. The government’s allocation of  ₹ 70,163 crore for the Jal Jeevan Mission (JJM) in the budget 2024-25 is a great step towards ensuring clean water to millions of households. This is a reflection of the government’s recognition of the critical importance of water security in the country. This not only…

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Whether a non-eventful budget?

By Dr. Mayur J. Kapadia, Former Additional General Manager, GNFC Ltd. The Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman, while presenting an interim budget or a “vote-of-account” in a record creating shortest speech of 58 minutes, abstained from any populist measures, but offered a vision for ‘Viksit Bharat 2047’ through fiscal prudence, discipline and reduced fiscal deficit. ‘Vote-of-account’ is generally believed to be a non-eventful one, but several specific measures of budget 2024 make it an eventful budget. While promising government support for farmers, young, women and poor; the FM intends to continue…

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Post Budget Quote from Danfoss India

By Mr. Ravichandran Purushothaman, President, Danfoss India We commend the government’s continued visionary approach towards green and sustainable economic growth as outlined in the interim Budget.  The measures introduced for developing green energy capacity in the country – viability gap funding for offshore wind energy, boost for electrification and promotion of compressed biogas – demonstrate the nation’s focus towards building a cleaner energy ecosystem. These initiatives will also stimulate innovation and growth within the renewable energy sector. The budget’s focus on agriculture and food processing, along with investments in efficient…

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Application of Advanced Automation an Chemostat Bioreactor in the Dyes & Chemicals and Refinery Sectors

Bio Petro Clean India Pvt Ltd (BPC India) stands as the wholly-owned Indian subsidiary of Bio Petro Clean Ltd in Israel (BPC Israel), a distinguished provider of wastewater treatment technologies and solutions. Over the past decade, BPC India has been at the forefront of delivering 100% “Made in India” solutions for wastewater treatment plants across multiple sectors in India. Additionally, these solutions have been successfully exported to Israel, South Africa, and Nigeria from India. BPC’s comprehensive technology and solutions portfolio includes: All these solutions are offered in a Build-Own-Operate (BOO)…

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Self- Sufficient Community Run Water Supply Scheme at the foothills of Himalayas: Swajaldhara Piped Water Supply Scheme, Sisodangi Gulma Tea Estate, Darjeeling

Dr. Debasri Mukherjee1, Dr. M.N.Roy2, Er. Sohini Tarafdar3, Rupam Mandal4, Kabirul Islam5 1Senior Research Officer, SIGMA Foundation, 2President, SIGMA Foundation, 3Research Officer, SIGMA Foundation, 4 Field Officer, SIGMA Foundation, 5Field Officer, SIGMA Foundation. BACKGROUND: The Swajaldhara scheme was launched by the Department of Drinking Water Supply & Sanitation (DDWS), Government of India (GOI) as a reform in the water sector. This allows establishment of village-based schemes with involvement of the Panchayats and the community. Installation of one such scheme was facilitated by the NGO, Child in Need Institute (CINI) in…

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