Articles for Extraction

Annual groundwater recharge plummets in Karnataka, but extraction goes up
6 days, 3 hours ago

Annual groundwater recharge plummets in Karnataka, but extraction goes up

The Hindu  

Between 2023 and 2024, the annual groundwater recharge in Karnataka fell from 18.93 bcm to 18.74 bcm and annual extractable groundwater resources went down from 17.08 bcm to 16.88 bcm. Kolar at 193.35% and Bengaluru Urban at 186.70% topped in extraction in 2024, said a Central Groundwater Board report. The present annual groundwater extraction is 11.55 bcm or 68.44%, according …

Karnataka Water State Groundwater Extraction
How this Indian company is making water from thin air
6 days, 18 hours ago

How this Indian company is making water from thin air

India Today  

In a world grappling with water scarcity, an Indian company is redefining how we access this life-sustaining resource—straight from the air we breathe. Schools, hospitals, disaster relief operations, and even military bases can benefit from on-site water generation. "In lower humidity environments, our systems utilize advanced condensers and smart algorithms to optimize water extraction," Navkaran Singh Bagga added. Unlike groundwater …

Air Drinking Water
Pilbara traditional owners push back on Rio Tinto, state government water extraction from sacred sites
6 days, 18 hours ago

Pilbara traditional owners push back on Rio Tinto, state government water extraction from sacred sites

ABC  

Elaine James shakes her head as she walks on the dry river bed where water ran only months ago. Since 2014, mining giant Rio Tinto has taken water from nine bores in the Bungaroo Valley, around 1,400km north of Perth, with state government permission to extract 10 gigalitres each year. "While groundwater remains an important drinking water source in the …

Water Traditional State River Valley Charlie Rio
Thoothukudi farmers seek training on neera extraction
1 week, 1 day ago

Thoothukudi farmers seek training on neera extraction

The Hindu  

Farmers from Thoothukudi district have urged the authorities to provide training for extraction of neera from coconut trees, while submitting petitions at the grievance redress meeting at the Collectorate here on Thursday. The farmers raised several concerns including full compensation for shallots and cotton crops under 2023-2024 crop insurance scheme, a demand that has been repeatedly raised in previous meetings. …

Farmers Bank Neera Extraction
Coalbed methane in green focus
3 weeks, 1 day ago

Coalbed methane in green focus

China Daily  

By ZHENG XIN | China Daily | Updated: 2025-03-06 09:22 Workers relocate a drilling rig at a coalbed methane well in Jinzhong, Shanxi province. SHEN ZHIJUN/CHINA NEWS SERVICE Greater efforts are needed to develop coalbed methane resources in China, among other unconventional natural gas forms, highlighting its potential to enhance the country's energy security and promote cleaner energy use, said …

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Vast majority of Scots support continued oil and gas extraction, poll finds
1 month ago

Vast majority of Scots support continued oil and gas extraction, poll finds

The Independent  

For free real time breaking news alerts sent straight to your inbox sign up to our breaking news emails Sign up to our free breaking news emails Sign up to our free breaking news emails SIGN UP I would like to be emailed about offers, events and updates from The Independent. “Labour’s current stance on oil and gas risks further …

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Omar Sy to star in Netflix’s ‘Extraction’ spin-off series
1 month, 1 week ago

Omar Sy to star in Netflix’s ‘Extraction’ spin-off series

The Hindu  

Lupin star Omar Sy will headline a spin-off series to Netflix's smash hit Extraction movies. The show will be set in the high-octane world of Extraction, which started with the 2020 movie starring Chris Hemsworth as mercenary Tyler Rake. Glen Mazzara serves as writer, executive producer, and showrunner on the series, which will be executive produced by filmmaker duo Anthony …

Netflix Series Extraction
Why can’t Mangaluru police curb illegal sand extraction, asks CPI(M)
1 month, 1 week ago

Why can’t Mangaluru police curb illegal sand extraction, asks CPI(M)

The Hindu  

When Udpui police are able to curb illegal sand extraction in Udupi district, what is preventing Mangaluru police from doing so, asked Communist Party of India Dakshina Kannada District Secretary Muneer Katipalla on Monday. Expressing his displeasure over Dakshina Kannada district in charge Minister Dinesh Gundu Rao for taking to task a woman official from Mines and Geology Department for …

Rao Illegal Sand Mangaluru Katipalla Extraction Mangaluru Police
E-waste provides $6 billion opportunity for metal extraction
1 month, 1 week ago

E-waste provides $6 billion opportunity for metal extraction

Deccan Chronicle  

India holds a $6 billion potential of extracting secondary copper, iron, aluminium and gold from e-waste. However, just $1.1 billion is being recovered currently.India generated 3.8 million metric tons of e-waste in 2024 and it is expected to rise almost twice in the coming years due to the growing number of appliances, and shorter replacement cycles.Secondary metal extraction holds a …

India Billion Cent Extraction Metal Extraction Metal Recovery
Ground water extraction: three Kerala blocks continue in ‘critical’ list
1 month, 1 week ago

Ground water extraction: three Kerala blocks continue in ‘critical’ list

The Hindu  

Chittur, Malampuzha blocks in Palakkad district and the Kasaragod block in Kasaragod district continue to languish in the ‘critical’ category in terms of groundwater extraction, according to the latest National Compilation on Dynamic Ground Water Resources of India report. Blocks where extraction exceeds the annual replenished ground water recharge are categorised as ‘over-exploited.’ Kerala has none in this category. Kerala …

Kerala Water State List Critical Ground Category
Police, Dakshina Kannada district administration hand-in-glove with sand mafia: CPI (M)
1 month, 2 weeks ago

Police, Dakshina Kannada district administration hand-in-glove with sand mafia: CPI (M)

The Hindu  

The Communist Party of India has alleged that Dakshina Kannada district administration and the police department have turned the district, particularly rivers in the coastal regulation zone, into safe havens for illegal sand extraction with thousands of sand loads being extracted and transported overnight. Going a step ahead, the administration provides details of complainants of illegal sand extraction to the …

District River Illegal Sand Mafia Katipalla Extraction
Earthquake hits northern Groningen, shaking homes
1 month, 2 weeks ago

Earthquake hits northern Groningen, shaking homes

Dutch News  

An earthquake struck northern Groningen shortly after midnight on Thursday, with a magnitude of 2.2 on the Richter scale. The epicentre was located in Usquert, between the now-closed Groningen gas mining site and Warffum, where gas extraction is still ongoing. Although the main Groningen gas field was shut down last year, smaller gas fields remain active, and the government is …

Gas Extraction Groningen Gas
2.2 magnitude earthquake in Groningen town
1 month, 2 weeks ago

2.2 magnitude earthquake in Groningen town

NL Times  

A 2.2 magnitude earthquake occurred in the Groningen province shortly after midnight. The meteorological institute spoke of an “induced earthquake,” which means that it was caused by decades of gas extraction in the area. Measuring 2.2 on the Richter’s scale, the overnight earthquake was just as strong as the strongest earthquake in Groningen last year, according to NOS. The strongest …

Groningen Gas Extraction Extraction Earthquake
Viral video shows abusive phone call to govt. official purportedly by legislator’s son sparks demand for action
1 month, 2 weeks ago

Viral video shows abusive phone call to govt. official purportedly by legislator’s son sparks demand for action

The Hindu  

A video clip showing a person scolding a lady officer of the Mines and Geology Department in abusive language over the phone has gone viral in Shivamogga district. Jyothi, a geologist, in filthy language for taking action against illegal sand extraction near Holehonnur in Bhadravathi taluk. The officer visited Seegebage village near Holehonnur on Sunday after receiving information about illegal …

Son Officer
Kattakada launches community-driven water conservation drive ahead of summer
1 month, 3 weeks ago

Kattakada launches community-driven water conservation drive ahead of summer

The Hindu  

Kattakada constituency has taken proactive steps to ensure a sustainable water supply during the scorching summer months. On Sunday, a major community-driven initiative was launched as part of the renowned Jalasamrudhi project for water conservation, coinciding with World Wetlands Day. The initiative involves digging percolation pits across residential areas, schools and other public spaces, and the project is set to …

Water Conservation Water Kattakada
Landslide threat looms large over four hills in Kasaragod, say geologists
1 month, 4 weeks ago

Landslide threat looms large over four hills in Kasaragod, say geologists

The Hindu  

Experts have warned of an imminent risk of landslides in four hills across the district—Bevinche, Thekkil, Veeramalakkunnu, and Mattali—due to unscientific soil extraction for national highway work. The geologists recommend strengthening the surface based on soil type and slope conditions while implementing water drainage systems to prevent water accumulation. It was pointed out that horizontal drainages on most hills were …

Report Landslide Threat Soil Extraction
Best cold press juicer: Top 10 picks for high-quality, nutrient-rich juices with efficient extraction and easy cleaning
1 month, 4 weeks ago

Best cold press juicer: Top 10 picks for high-quality, nutrient-rich juices with efficient extraction and easy cleaning

Hindustan Times  

A cold press juicer differs from a regular mixer blender by using a slow, pressing mechanism instead of high-speed blades. The Hamilton Beach Professional Cold Press Slow Juicer uses Smart PurePress Technology to extract maximum juice while retaining nutrients and minimising oxidation. The AGARO Royal Slow Juicer is a professional-grade cold press juicer designed for efficient juice extraction. Top 3 …

Fruits Press Easy Cold This Product Slow Watts
Randeep Hooda Teams Up With John Cena For Sam Hargrave’s Action Thriller Matchbox
2 months ago

Randeep Hooda Teams Up With John Cena For Sam Hargrave’s Action Thriller Matchbox

ABP News  

Hindi film actor Randeep Hooda will be seen sharing screen space with Hollywood star John Cena in the upcoming action thriller “Matchbox.” The film is currently being shot in Budapest. The actor will be reuniting with “Extraction” director Sam Hargrave with the movie, which marks their second collaboration following their 2020 Netflix hit, reports variety.com. Hargrave, whose action credentials include …

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Randeep Hooda joins John Cena in Sam Hargrave's action thriller | Check details
2 months ago

Randeep Hooda joins John Cena in Sam Hargrave's action thriller | Check details

India TV News  

After the historical biographical film Swatantra Veer Savarkar, actor Randeep Hooda is all set to team up with director Sam Hargrave for an upcoming action thriller titled Matchbox. The live-action film, which is inspired by Mattel's popular Matchbox toy vehicle line, will also feature Hollywood stars Teyonah Parris, Jessica Biel, and Sam Richardson. The film is directed by the Avengers: …

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Randeep Hooda joins John Cena and Sam Hargrave's Matchbox, to shoot in Budapest
2 months ago

Randeep Hooda joins John Cena and Sam Hargrave's Matchbox, to shoot in Budapest

India Today  

Actor Randeep Hooda is gearing up to star in a Hollywood project, alongside actor and wrestler John Cena. Titled Matchbox, the action film is being helmed by celebrated filmmaker Sam Hargrave. Matchbox marks Randeep Hooda’s second collaboration with Sam Hargrave after the roaring success of Extraction, where he captivated audiences worldwide with his intense portrayal of Saju. In a statement, …

Action Budapest Matchbox Randeep Hooda Sam Hargrave
Illegal sand extraction from Netravathi’s CRZ continues unabated in DK
2 months, 1 week ago

Illegal sand extraction from Netravathi’s CRZ continues unabated in DK

The Hindu  

Notwithstanding clear prohibition on sand extraction for commercial purposes from rivers in the Coastal Regulation Zone imposed by the National Green Tribunal, rampant sand extraction is taking place from the Netravathi CRZ in Faringipet, near Mangaluru, in broad daylight. Residents of of Pavoor-Uliya Kudru downstream Farangipet have launched a massive campaign a month ago against illegal sand extraction that threatened …

Ngt River Netravathi Extraction Sand Extraction Illegal Sand Extraction Dk District
Three months after official initiation of process, ethanol extraction yet to start at Amaravathy Cooperative Sugar Mill
2 months, 1 week ago

Three months after official initiation of process, ethanol extraction yet to start at Amaravathy Cooperative Sugar Mill

The Hindu  

Over three months after official initiation of the process for extracting rectified spirit and ethanol at the distillery division of Amaravathy Cooperative Sugar Mill, the activity is yet to begin. The distillery unit with a capacity to process 100 metric tonnes of molasses per day will be able to produce 225 litres of rectified spirit and 215 litres of ethanol …

Process Sugar Ethanol Ethanol Production
Action needed or NL will not have enough drinking water in 2030
2 months, 1 week ago

Action needed or NL will not have enough drinking water in 2030

Dutch News  

Quicker licencing procedures for existing water extraction sites and designating new sites are two of the main measures needed to ensure the Netherlands has enough drinking water in 2030, according to a new action plan. The plan was put together following a warning from public health organisation RIVM two years ago, citing existing regional water shortages and increasing demand boosted …

Water Drinking Water Rivm Extraction Sites
Netherlands faces increased climate impact from U.S. LNG imports
2 months, 2 weeks ago

Netherlands faces increased climate impact from U.S. LNG imports

NL Times  

The Netherlands' growing reliance on liquefied natural gas from the United States has led to a sharp increase in the climate impact of its natural gas consumption, according to new data from Energie Beheer Nederland. "It matters whether the gas comes from Groningen, Qatar, or the U.S.," said van den Beukel. Dick van Dam of the Planbureau voor de Leefomgeving …

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