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NGT pulls up DJB over delay in regulating groundwater extraction in Paharganj

In its July 17 order, the NGT noted the poor pace of compliance and said the DJB had failed to take prompt action. (Hindustan Times)

Published 4 days ago

Delhi govt orders probe into alleged ₹2,000cr building approval irregularities

Probe centres on approvals granted for new construction on plots measuring more than 200 square metres, where property owners are required to pay IFC to the DJB and obtain a no-objection certificate (NOC) (Representative photo)

Published 10 days ago

Drain discharge in Yamuna rises 76% more than estimated: Delhi Jal Board

The 22-km stretch of the Yamuna from Wazirabad to Okhla in Delhi contributes the most to its overall pollution load.

Updated 11 days ago

Maintenance work to cut water supply in Delhi. Check if your area is affected

This work is likely to impact water supply between July 6 morning to July 7 evening.

Updated 20 days ago

Delhi water crisis: Plug the leaks aggressively at every level of supply

The Delhi Jal Board (DJB) currently treats and pumps a massive 1,000 million gallons per day (MGD) of potable water against a peak summer demand of 1,250 MGD.

Updated 30 days ago

Delhi LG directs DJB to restore water supply to Sanjay Lake

Delhi lieutenant governor Taranjit Singh Sandhu inspects the ongoing restoration and rejuvenation work at Sanjay Lake. (PTI)

Published 30 days ago

DJB seeks more water to begin work at four new WTPs

The move comes even as several areas located at what officials described as the “tail end” of DJB’s distribution system continue to face supply disruptions

Published 31 days ago

Delhi Jal Board initiates ₹500cr project to improve Yamuna’s e-flow

Delhi Jal Board initiates <span class='webrupee'>₹</span>500cr project to improve Yamuna’s e-flow

Published 41 days ago

Yamuna clean up pitch asks firms to adopt drains, fund wastewater treatment

A partially dried-up river bed of Yamuna is pictured on a hot summer day in New Delhi.

Published 44 days ago

Senior IAS officer Sajjan Yadav appointed as Delhi Jal Board chief again

DJB chief Sajjan Singh Yadav

Updated 46 days ago

Over 15 STP operators fined more than ₹2 cr for failing standards: DPCC

Over 15 STP operators fined more than <span class='webrupee'>₹</span>2 cr for failing standards: DPCC

Published 46 days ago

PWD orders drain-cleaning work completion by June 15, before monsoon's arrival

The order from PWD, whose ministry is held by Parvesh Verma, directs officials to begin drain-cleaning work immediately and ensure that drains are cleaned by June 15.

Updated 48 days ago

Two weeks on, Delhi residents face water woes amid supply disruptions

Authorities say transmission losses and reduced Yamuna river flow continue to impact key treatment plants, affecting supply across the Capital. (Arvind Yadav/HT)

Updated 48 days ago

Power outage at Delhi's Sonia Vihar WTP triggers more water crisis

Officials compounded the ongoing water crisis in the national capital after Yamuna levels declined with the onset of summer.

Published 54 days ago

Haryana has assured to supply 1,000 cusecs of water to national capital: Delhi CM

Haryana has assured to supply 1,000 cusecs of water to national capital: Delhi CM

Published 57 days ago

Water crisis continues in Delhi as supply hit for over a week in several pockets

AAP supporters stage a matka phod protest against the Delhi government and the Delhi Jal Board (DJB) over the water crisis outside the Mayur Vihar DJB office in New Delhi. (Photo by Raj K Raj / Hindustan Times)

Updated 57 days ago

NGT notice to MCD, DJB and DDA over encroachments on village water body

NGT was hearing a plea filed by a resident, claiming that the village pond has been encroached upon by the MCD and DJB for carrying out constructions there. (HT archive)

Published 57 days ago

Parched Delhi to push Haryana for water via the Somb route

As temperatures soar across the capital, several pockets of South and Central Delhi are facing acute water shortages, leaving thousands of families dependent on the arrival of municipal tankers for their daily needs.

Updated 58 days ago

Wazirabad barrage faced low water levels for 494 days during 2017-22: CAG

The report, “Functioning of the Delhi Jal Board,” said water levels at the barrage stays below the designated level for 494 days or 27% of the annual cycle between 2017-22 — mostly during the summer season. (Representative photo)

Published 58 days ago

Project to increase capacity of Wazirabad WTP pending as capital braces for water shortage

Project to increase capacity of Wazirabad WTP pending as capital braces for water shortage

Published 61 days ago

Delhi water supply takes a hit as Yamuna levels fall amid heat woes

A view of the dried bed of the Yamuna River due to extreme heat conditions at Wazirabad in New Delhi, India, on Sunday,

Updated 62 days ago

Only 11.5% dues cleared under Delhi Jal Board’s water bill waiver scheme

Delhi Jal Board struggles to recover pending dues despite extending its water bill relief scheme. (Representative image)

Updated 65 days ago

Water supply to be disrupted in parts of Delhi as ammonia levels rise in Yamuna

Water supply to be disrupted in parts of Delhi as ammonia levels rise in Yamuna

Published 67 days ago

BJP MLA Satish Upadhyay appointed Delhi Jal Board vice-chairman

New DJB V-C Satish Upadhyay

Published 68 days ago

Punjab seeks share in Yamuna water allocation ahead of 1994 treaty negotiation

Two women contending over a spot in a long queue for tap water. The image depicts the daily struggle of people in many parts of the country, suffering from acute water scarcity.

Published 74 days ago

DJB to maintain peak water production during summer months: Delhi CM

DJB to maintain peak water production during summer months: Delhi CM

Updated 82 days ago

Delhi CM launches water harvesting campaign, unveils mascot ‘Neera’

Mascot ‘Neera’ flanked by CM Rekha Gupta and water minister Parvesh Verma. (HT)

Published 85 days ago

DJB plans 250 water ATMs in schools to combat heat

DJB plans 250 water ATMs in schools to combat heat

Published 88 days ago

Delhi flags Yamuna fish deaths to Haryana, calls for curbing effluent dumping

Dead fish spotted over the past week at Rawta village (HT Photo)

Published 92 days ago

Green tribunal asks DJB for action report on illegal borewells in S Delhi

The court disposed of a plea, directing the DJB to follow due procedure. (Representative photo)

Published 93 days ago

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