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Congress never recognised Ambedkar’s efforts as a water conservationist: PM Modi

Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Wednesday launched a scathing attack on the Congress accusing it of ignoring Dr B R Ambedkar’s contribution to water resources development in the country while laying the foundation stone of the inter-state Ken-Betwa river linking project that would flow excess water from Ken River in Madhya Pradesh into Betwa. “The Congress party never paid heed …

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1 month, 3 weeks ago

Zhejiang uses social capital for conservation

China Daily

Zhejiang province has for the first time started using social capital in its approach to investing in soil and water conservation. On Nov 7, in Zhejiang's Pan'an county, Jinhua, a social capital company nurturing ecological products for soil and water conservation, transferred the shared operating rights of ecological agricultural resources to six enterprises for a period of five years, with …

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1 month, 3 weeks ago

Zhejiang uses social capital for conservation

China Daily

Zhejiang province has for the first time started using social capital in its approach to investing in soil and water conservation. On Nov 7, in Zhejiang's Pan'an county, Jinhua, a social capital company nurturing ecological products for soil and water conservation, transferred the shared operating rights of ecological agricultural resources to six enterprises for a period of five years, with …

Conservation Water Conservation Water Soil Zhejiang Social Capital

1 month, 3 weeks ago

Zhejiang uses social capital for conservation

China Daily

Zhejiang province has for the first time started using social capital in its approach to investing in soil and water conservation. On Nov 7, in Zhejiang's Pan'an county, Jinhua, a social capital company nurturing ecological products for soil and water conservation, transferred the shared operating rights of ecological agricultural resources to six enterprises for a period of five years, with …

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Drought Watch: New York City Issues Water Conservation Directive

Deccan Chronicle

New York declares a drought watch and asks residents to conserve water. The city is facing a severe drought due to low precipitation and high temperatures. The mayor urges residents to take shorter showers, fix dripping faucets, and conserve water in various ways. He also asks residents to report open fire hydrants and other street leaks. The city is also …

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2 months, 1 week ago

Drought Watch: New York City Issues Water Conservation Directive

Associated Press

New York declares a drought watch and asks residents to conserve water. The city is facing a severe drought due to low precipitation and high temperatures. The mayor urges residents to take shorter showers, fix dripping faucets, and otherwise conserve water. He also asks residents to report open-up fire hydrants and other street leaks. The city is also repairing a …

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2 months, 2 weeks ago

Transforming Campus into a Sustainable Oasis: A Guide to Waste Management and Water Conservation

India Today

Educational institutions are integrating sustainability into campus practices to create a greener future. The focus is on waste reduction, recycling, and water conservation. Campuses can launch an initiative to be superheroes for net zero, which involves implementing sustainable practices such as recycling, upcycling, and water conservation. By doing so, educational institutions can contribute to a sustainable future and a better …

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2 months, 4 weeks ago

Water's Embrace: A Symphony of Creativity in Kolkata's Durga Puja Pandal

Hindustan Times

Kolkata's raindrop-themed Durga Puja pandal has captured hearts online with its innovative design. The pandal features an array of utensils placed in a pit to collect water droplets, creating a captivating sound that enhances the immersive experience for festival-goers. The viral video has garnered significant attention, with internet users expressing their admiration and appreciation for the unique and creative pandal.

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3 months, 3 weeks ago

Jal Sanchay Jan Bhagidari: All You Need To Know About The Initiative Launched By PM Narendra Modi

News 18

Prime Minister Narendra Modi launched the Jal Sanchay Jan Bhagidari initiative in Surat on September 6, 2024. Five important points of Jal Sanchay Jan Bhagidari you must know: The initiative aims to build around 24,800 rainwater harvesting facilities across the state of Gujarat. National Water Mission: This initiative was initiated by the government with the aim of conserving water, reducing …

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5 months, 1 week ago

Groundwater level of 12 Haryana districts up by over 1 metre

Hindustan Times

Haryana chief secretary TVSN Prasad on Thursday said the state has secured second position nationwide in implementing the Jal Shakti Abhiyan-2023 as the groundwater level increased in 12 districts following rainwater conservation initiatives. Chief secretary TVSN Prasad says over 65,000 rainwater conservation structures have been constructed under the ‘Jal Shakti Abhiyan: Catch the Rain-2024’. “Due to this campaign, the water …

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6 months, 2 weeks ago

Rainwater conservation stagnates in Lucknow’s govt buildings

Hindustan Times

Despite the pressing need for sustainable water management, only a fraction of government buildings in Lucknow are equipped with rooftop rainwater harvesting systems. If all the 587 state government and 110 central government buildings get proper rooftop water harvesting systems, then the city will send more than 50 lakh gallons of water back to earth.” Virendra Singh Yadav, who retired …

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7 months, 1 week ago

Efforts to save water ramped up

China Daily

SHI YU/CHINA DAILY China has further intensified policy incentives and constraints to continuously promote water conservation and enhance water use efficiency across various sectors, according to a series of newly adopted regulations. In 2019, the National Development and Reform Commission and the Ministry of Water Resources issued the National Water Conservation Action Plan, setting control targets for national water consumption, …

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7 months, 2 weeks ago

President's insights well received by intl experts

China Daily

By HOU LIQIANG | China Daily | Updated: 2024-05-27 07:06 An English-language publication highlighting President Xi Jinping's insights into water governance has been well received by international experts, who noted its potential in offering solutions to countries grappling with a water crisis exacerbated by climate change. "Guided by his water governance principles, China has achieved historic successes and undergone transformative …

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8 months ago

Green initiatives for sustainable construction practices

Hindustan Times

Despite the progress made, there is a long way to travel for the real estate sector to completely turn sustainable. The sector is utilising sustainable construction methods with biodegradable materials, integrating digital technologies to construct energy-efficient buildings, and prioritising efficient waste management practices essential for green building initiatives, with the goal of minimising construction and operational waste through the principles …

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8 months, 2 weeks ago

Can green credits benefit India’s forests?

The Hindu

The Green Credit Programme, announced by the Environment Ministry in October 2023, is a market-based mechanism where individuals and companies can claim incentives called ‘green credits’ for contributions to environmental and ecological restoration. And let’s say growing 1,000 trees in a particular patch earns you one green credit per tree. In green credits, one is a biodiversity credit, one is …

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8 months, 3 weeks ago

Radio Modi: How India’s prime minister sweet-talks the nation

The Economist

Asia | Accentuate the positive Radio Modi: How India’s prime minister sweet-talks the nation We analysed hundreds of Narendra Modi’s broadcasts. On occasion Mr Modi uses “Mann Ki Baat” to defend the government’s policies, and especially his own decision-making. In the first episode of “Mann Ki Baat”, Mr Modi said radio would allow him to reach “each and every corner …

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9 months, 2 weeks ago

Water, an instrument to build world peace

The Hindu

World Water Day, which falls on March 22, is a global initiative backed by the United Nations, and has been observed every year since 1993. India too faces problems This water crisis may be physical or economic based on multiple factors such as rapid urbanisation, industrialisation, unsustainable agricultural practices, climate change, erratic rainfall patterns, water overuse and inefficient water management, …

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9 months, 2 weeks ago

World Water Day 2024: Date, Theme, History, Significance, Quotes & Activities

The Quint

World Water Day presents an important opportunity to raise awareness about the necessity of water conservation and sustainable water management practices. There are various different activities to celebrate the World Water Day. Tree Planting: Another way to celebrate World Water Day is to organize tree planting events near water sources. Other ways to celebrate World Water Day include community outreach, …

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10 months, 2 weeks ago

Leafy greens and cardiovascular function: Reduced risk of heart diseases, other benefits of plant-based diet

Hindustan Times

A world where health-conscious choices intersect with environmental awareness, adopting a green diet has emerged as a powerful way to nourish both your body and the Earth. Leafy greens and cardiovascular function: Reduced risk of heart diseases, other benefits of plant-based diet In an interview with HT Lifestyle, Dr Mukesh Kwatra, Founder of Smiling Tree, shared, “The goal of green …

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11 months, 1 week ago

How to fight water scarcity in summer? Make water conservation a law, say activists

The Hindu

Barely weeks from a scorching summer, Bengalureans are deeply worried about a perennial problem that just does not seem to go away: Drinking water woes. Srikant Narasimhan, Bengaluru Navanirman Party General Secretary and Bangalore Apartments Federation Founder, has a suggestion: “For an individual house with five to six people, the rough water usage should be about 500 litres per house …

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1 year, 2 months ago

‘Jal Deepavali’ helps make women more aware on water conservation: Mayor

The Hindu

The new ‘Jal Deepavali’ programme of the Union government not only helps women understand the process of treating drinking water and its supply, but also involves them more in water conversation exercises, Mayor Sudheer Shetty Kannur said on Thursday. Speaking at the inauguration of the programme at the Thumbe vented dam, built across the Netravathi and the main source of …

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1 year, 2 months ago

Sustainable water management: 10 tips you can save water

India Today

In today's modern world, water has become an increasingly invaluable natural resource. With limited water supplies and a growing global demand for this essential element, the significance of water conservation extends beyond economic benefits to encompass environmental sustainability. Sustainable water management: 10 tips you can save water Let us explore ten practical tips for individuals and communities to save water …

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1 year, 2 months ago

New ideas floated to curb carbon

China Daily

Hundreds of solar panels of a photovoltaic plant float on a reservoir in Liaocheng, Shandong province. ZHANG ZHENGXIANG/FOR CHINA DAILY River course Shandong has ramped up its efforts on green development in various sectors from grassroots initiatives to provincial-level projects, and established a pilot zone for green, low-carbon and high-quality development, the first of its kind in the country. After …

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1 year, 2 months ago

COP28: Why India's role is pivotal in climate justice and finance

Firstpost

India, along with other developing countries, is pushing for a new global climate finance target, acknowledging the growing costs of addressing and adapting to climate change India’s stance at COP28, the United Nations Climate Change Conference, centres around the importance of adaptation and equity in addressing climate change. Over the past two years, developed economies have also collaborated with major …

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Congress never recognised Ambedkar’s efforts as a water conservationist: PM Modi

Zhejiang uses social capital for conservation

Zhejiang uses social capital for conservation

Zhejiang uses social capital for conservation

Drought Watch: New York City Issues Water Conservation Directive

Drought Watch: New York City Issues Water Conservation Directive

Transforming Campus into a Sustainable Oasis: A Guide to Waste Management and Water Conservation

Water's Embrace: A Symphony of Creativity in Kolkata's Durga Puja Pandal

Jal Sanchay Jan Bhagidari: All You Need To Know About The Initiative Launched By PM Narendra Modi

Groundwater level of 12 Haryana districts up by over 1 metre

Rainwater conservation stagnates in Lucknow’s govt buildings

Efforts to save water ramped up

President's insights well received by intl experts

Green initiatives for sustainable construction practices

Can green credits benefit India’s forests?

Radio Modi: How India’s prime minister sweet-talks the nation

Water, an instrument to build world peace

World Water Day 2024: Date, Theme, History, Significance, Quotes & Activities

Leafy greens and cardiovascular function: Reduced risk of heart diseases, other benefits of plant-based diet

How to fight water scarcity in summer? Make water conservation a law, say activists

‘Jal Deepavali’ helps make women more aware on water conservation: Mayor

Sustainable water management: 10 tips you can save water

New ideas floated to curb carbon

COP28: Why India's role is pivotal in climate justice and finance