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Residents of Pune’s Dhanori-Lohegaon area hold protest over poor civic amenities

According to the residents, issues including broken roads and irregular water supply, inadequate sewage systems, poor garbage management, lack of public transport, and unlit streets have made their day-to-day lives difficult

Residents during the protest on Monday. (HT PHOTO)
Updated on Jun 30, 2025 11:40 PM IST
ByVicky Pathare

BJP govt ensured tap water for B’khand villages: UP minister

Jal Shakti minister Swatantra Dev Singh said the double engine BJP government ensured pure tap water at the doorstep for the people of the region

UP Jal Shakti minister Swatantra Dev Singh. (HT file)
Published on Jun 28, 2025 09:24 PM IST
By, Lucknow

Will raise the issue of pending 1,200 cr under JJM with Centre: Himachal dy CM

While reviewing the status of the mission during a meeting, the deputy CM said that out of the ₹6,300 crore sanctioned by the Centre, only ₹5,100 crore has been received so far and an amount of ₹1,200 crore was still pending with the central government

Himachal Pradesh deputy chief minister Mukesh Agnihotri (File)
Published on Jun 22, 2025 08:28 AM IST
By, Shimla

Jammu: Omar reviews delivery of essential services

During the meeting, Jammu divisional commissioner Ramesh Kumar briefed the CM and gave presentation on the functioning of different departments and their action plan for summer preparedness

J&K CM Omar Abdullah. (PTI)
Published on Jun 20, 2025 10:12 AM IST
By, Jammu

Boil and filter water in Kurla before use for 4 days from Monday: BMC

Water supply will be shifted on Monday, July 23, for those from areas in the L and S ward. As a precautionary measure, the civic body has asked citizens to take extra steps to ensure their water is safe

On completing structural repairs on Powai reservoir’s compartment No. 2 the BMC plans to shift water supply to the tank and begin repairs on the reservoir’s compartment No. 1 (Pramod Thakur/HT Photo)
Published on Jun 20, 2025 09:38 AM IST

97 trees to go for alternative water tank behind Hanging Gardens

BMC plans to cut 97 trees for a new water tank at Malabar Hill, ensuring water supply during reservoir repairs, amid public resistance.

97 trees to go for alternative water tank behind Hanging Gardens
Published on Jun 20, 2025 08:34 AM IST

DJB plans new water plants to meet Delhi’s supply gap

Besides increasing water treatment capacity, the water utility is also hopeful of increasing raw water availability from newer dams located upstream of Delhi

Many localities are dependent on tankers for water supply. (HT Archive)
Published on Jun 20, 2025 05:14 AM IST

Saini launches 288-crore devp projects in Rewari

Speaking at a thanksgiving rally at Rao Tula Ram Stadium, the chief minister said eight completed projects worth ₹193.94 crore were inaugurated, while foundation stones were laid for seven others estimated at ₹94.37 crore.

Haryana chief minister Nayab Singh Saini inaugurating the nursing college building in Kosli during a programme organised in Rewari on Sunday. (HT Photo)
Published on Jun 16, 2025 07:18 AM IST
By, Rohtak

New software to complete Delhi Jal Board projects on time, says minister

The digital platform will track the daily status, progress, responsible officials, and deadlines for each project

Delhi cabinet minister Parvesh Sahib Singh Verma. (PTI)
Published on Jun 10, 2025 05:34 AM IST
ByAlok KN Mishra

Al Qaeda tried to poison UK water supply: Ex minister shares shocking details

Lord West, former home office minister, said in 2008, there were attempts by eight al Qaeda operatives to poison the water supplies of north London.

These revelations have come following the publication of comprehensive military plans to protect the UK amid threats from Russia and China.(Representational image)
Updated on Jun 04, 2025 09:40 AM IST

Big Delhi water bill waiver on anvil, says minister

On Monday, Verma added that DJB will be rolling out a new integrated control system to respond better to water related issues

Delhi cabinet minister Parvesh Verma (HT Photo)
Published on Jun 03, 2025 04:46 AM IST

PCMC, housing societies lock horns over defunct STPs

The federation, in a letter to PCMC on Saturday, requested the civic body to halt the action. They claimed that societies with STPs are receiving just 90 litres per capita per day (LPCD) of water, compared to 135 LPCD supplied to those without STPs

According to the civic officials, the societies were granted environmental clearance on the condition that their STPs would remain functional. The facility is mandatory for residential buildings with a built-up area of over 2 lakh sq ft and are required to treat sewage and reuse the water for non-drinking purposes such as gardening, flushing, and irrigation. (REPRESENTATIVE PHOTO)
Published on Jun 01, 2025 05:56 AM IST
ByVicky Pathare

Basai water plant runs dry, older Gurugram sectors likely to be affected

To tackle with the shortfall in supply, water from Chandu Budhera will be diverted to Basai water treatment plant for supply to Old Gurugram areas, officials said.

Currently, the Basai plant holds only 685 million litres (ML) of water—just enough for one day’s supply—against its full capacity of 1,385 ML. In contrast, Chandu Budhera has 1,325 ML in storage, maintaining a three-day buffer. (Parveen Kumar/HT Photo)
Published on May 28, 2025 05:43 AM IST

Road works hit by early monsoon rains

The unexpected continuous heavy pre-monsoon rains in the city has affected road works with contractors citing their helplessness to meet the May 31 deadline given by the Pune Municipal Corporation (PMC) to complete projects

PMC’s maintenance vehicle got stuck in a muddy stretch on Tuesday. (HT)
Published on May 28, 2025 05:16 AM IST

9% of city’s water supply is lost, one toilet seat per 1,820 women: Report

Praja Foundation’s annual report analysed the status of civic issues such as water supply, solid waste management, AQI, toilets and more

9% of city’s water supply is lost, one toilet seat per 1,820 women: Report
Published on May 21, 2025 06:05 PM IST

Water war escalates: Delhi accuses Punjab of choking supply, AAP hits back

Leader of the opposition and AAP leaer Atishi said the BJP was deflecting attention from its own failures.

Parvesh Verma (Ritik Jain)
Published on May 07, 2025 06:10 AM IST

BMC to float desalination plant tender for third time in Manori

Once awarded, the desalination plant is expected to take four years to construct. It will initially add 200 MLD to the city’s water supply, with a second phase planned to double that capacity to 400 MLD. The selected contractor will also be responsible for operating and maintaining the plant for 20 years

BMC to float desalination plant tender for third time in Manori
Published on May 04, 2025 05:26 AM IST

"White lie": Punjab minister refutes Parvesh Verma's claims on water supply

Health minister Balbir Singh accused the BJP-led governments of exploiting Punjab's water resources to the detriment of the state's interests.

Delhi Minister for Water, Parvesh Verma, has alleged that Punjab is deliberately blocking water supply to both Haryana and Delhi.(ANI)
Published on May 01, 2025 03:39 PM IST
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Delhi minister accuses Punjab govt of triggering water crisis

BJP MLA Parvesh Sahib Singh, who defeated Arvind Kejriwal in February, says BJP government making efforts to ensure clean water in Delhi but AAP-led Punjab goverment out to exact revenge.

Delhi minister Parvesh Sahib Singh on Thursday alleged that Punjab is deliberately blocking water supply to both Haryana and Delhi in a politically motivated move. (HT file photo)
Published on May 01, 2025 12:00 PM IST
ByAsian News International

CM Rekha Gupta directs DJB for revamp of city's water, sewage infra

CM Rekha Gupta directs DJB for revamp of city's water, sewage infra

CM Rekha Gupta directs DJB for revamp of city's water, sewage infra
Updated on Apr 30, 2025 02:45 PM IST
PTI |

Rising heat sparks water crisis in pimpri-chinchwad; Over 1,800 complaints in two months

Between March 1 and April 28, the municipal corporation has received 1,810 water-related complaints through the ‘Sarathi’ helpline

Pimpri-Chinchwad has been receiving water on alternate days since November 2019 but residents claim that even this supply is often irregular, insufficient and low in pressure. (HT)
Published on Apr 30, 2025 07:18 AM IST

Punjab, Haryana lock horns yet again over Bhakra waters

Punjab caps allocation of Bhakra water to Haryana at 4,000 cusecs as against 8,500 cusecs decided by BBMB technical committee

The reduced water supply would affect Hisar, Sirsa and Fatehabad districts of Haryana. (HT File)
Published on Apr 30, 2025 07:14 AM IST
ByHitender Rao /Gurpreet Singh Nibber, Chandigarh

Ludhiana: Posh colony left high and dry as water crisis enters Day 11

Numerous households have reportedly spent upwards of ₹5,000 from their own pockets to inspect and replace their individual water connections, yet the fundamental issue persists; residents report that even when water does trickle through, it is sporadic and unreliable – a problem that has plagued them for the past six months

Residents are questioning why the Greater Ludhiana Area Development Authority (GLADA) continues to levy charges for water supply when the service is not being provided. (HT Archive)
Published on Apr 29, 2025 05:16 AM IST
By, Ludhiana

Gurugram to get 100 MLD extra drinking water from June: CM

The chief minister, on Wednesday, also indicated that 400 new electric buses will be added to the transport infrastructure of the city, a government spokesperson said

Haryana chief minister Nayab Singh Saini and cabinet minister Rao Narbir Singh at a meeting in Gurugram on Wednesday. (HT PHOTO)
Published on Apr 24, 2025 06:38 AM IST

Gurugram to get 670 MLD water supply after May 31: Haryana CM

Gurugram to get 670 MLD water supply after May 31: Haryana CM

Gurugram to get 670 MLD water supply after May 31: Haryana CM
Published on Apr 23, 2025 10:33 PM IST
PTI |

Delhi targets 1,000 MGD water supply for summer

Delhi Jal Board aims to supply 1,000 MGD this summer, increasing tankers to 1,111, but faces a 290 MGD water deficit amid rising demand.

Delhi targets 1,000 MGD water supply for summer
Published on Apr 21, 2025 06:16 AM IST

BMC to restart withdrawn services by tanker association with police help

Despite the stay given to notices issued to well and borewell owners until June 15, 2025, following directives from chief minister Devendra Fadnavis and union minister of Jal Shakti Chandrakant Patil, the tanker operators have not called off their withdrawal of services

Tanker operators withdrew services in opposition to revised guidelines of the Central Ground Water Authority (CGWA) (Hindustan Times)
Published on Apr 14, 2025 06:44 AM IST

BMC invokes Disaster Management Act as Mumbai water tankers strike enters day 5

Tanker operations will be managed through coordinated efforts of teams from BMC wards, Mumbai police and the transport commissionerate

Workers rest atop a water tanker during an indefinite strike called by the Mumbai Water Tanker Association (MWTA), protesting civic body notices to private ring well and borewell owners. The strike has prompted Maharashtra politicians to seek intervention from the Centre in Mumbai, India, on Thursday, April 10, 2025.(Satish Bate/ Hindustan Times)
Updated on Apr 14, 2025 02:00 AM IST
PTI |

Mira-Bhayandar to get 218 MLD water by Diwali

This much-needed boost in water supply is part of the Surya Regional Water Supply Scheme, a project by the Mumbai Metropolitan Region Development Authority.

Mira-Bhayandar to get 218 MLD water by Diwali
Updated on Apr 14, 2025 01:19 PM IST

Panchkula residents strained by low water supply amid rising heat

Panchkula Citizen Welfare Association (CWA) president SK Nayar highlighted the recurring problem of low water pressure in sectors 10, 11, 12, 12-A, 14 and 15

Superintendent engineer of Haryana Shahari Vikas Pradhikaran (HSVP) Pawan K Verma said that they usually receive individual complaints and he was not aware that residents, especially on ground floors, have been facing low potable water supply for a month. (File)
Published on Apr 09, 2025 08:04 AM IST
By, Panchkula
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