Day: February 6, 2026

Kirloskar Brothers strengthens manufacturing capacity; renewables power 80% of new facility

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Kirloskar Brothers Limited (KBL), a leader in fluid management solutions, has inaugurated a new factory building at its Kaniyur Manufacturing Facility in Tamil Nadu. This expansion marks 100 years since KBL manufactured and installed India’s first centrifugal pump in 1926. The new facility is designed to enhance productivity and operational efficiency, enabling KBL to meet growing domestic and global demand while maintaining high quality standards. A significant highlight of the facility is its commitment to sustainability. Approximately 80% of its electricity requirements are met through renewable energy, reducing carbon emissions by 122.5 tCO₂e and…

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Scarcity of Groundwater – an Emerging Concern for Future India

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India’s groundwater crisis is intensifying, raising concerns about whether current reserves can meet increasing demand driven by climate change and rising temperatures. Groundwater is a major water source in India, used extensively for agriculture while supplying fresh water to billions and sustaining the nation’s food security. Groundwater sources are mostly recharged by rain, with 60 per cent from monsoon showers. With a warming climate, rain patterns have shifted or are missing in some cases. According to the Central Ground Water Board, total annual groundwater recharge fell from 449.08 BCM in…

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