Author: eawater

Membrane Group and Kurita Establish JV for Advanced Semiconductor Water Treatment Solutions

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2026, 30 June, 2026: Membrane Group India Private Limited (“Membrane Group”), one of India’s leading providers of advanced process water and wastewater treatment solutions, has announced the establishment of Kurita Membrane India Private Limited, a joint venture with Japan-based Kurita Water Industries Ltd. (“Kurita”), a global leader in water treatment technologies and solutions. With a significant capital commitment from both companies, the new venture aims to emerge as the trusted water treatment solutions partner for the rapidly growing semiconductor and advanced electronics manufacturing sectors in India with its advanced water and wastewater…

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UNVEILS DIGITAL TOOL TO BETTER MANAGE IRRIGATION AND DAM WATER

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Kenya

The Ministry of Water & Irrigation is rolling out a Water Availability and Demand (WAD) tool dashboard to guide decisions on how the country allocates & stores its increasingly scarce water resources.  Irrigation Principal Secretary Ephantus Kimani said the digital dashboard will consolidate data on rainfall, groundwater levels, crop water needs, and irrigation demand to show where water exists, where it is lacking, and where storage infrastructure, such as dams, could have the biggest impact.  “As we abstract water, we must do it sustainably. This tool will show both availability…

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PM MODI LAUNCHES MASSIVE WATER INFRASTRUCTURE PROJECTS IN RAJASTHAN

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On February 28, Prime Minister Narendra Modi visited Ajmer, Rajasthan, to inaugurate & lay the foundation stones for development projects worth over ₹16,680 crore. A significant portion of this outlay is dedicated to strengthening drinking water supply and irrigation systems across the state. These projects are designed to tackle the perennial water scarcity in Rajasthan by expanding the pipeline network and creating sustainable surface water sources.  The Prime Minister emphasized that these interventions are part of a broader “Indian Century” vision, where reliable utility services form the backbone of industrial…

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DDA TO MONITOR SEWAGE TREATMENT PLANTS FOR PARKS IN REAL TIME

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Jal Jeevan Mission

In a significant step towards strengthening service delivery and community ownership under the Jal Jeevan Mission, the Department of Drinking Water and Sanitation (DDWS), Ministry of Jal Shakti, today e- launched Jal Seva Aankalan, a Gram Panchayat-led digital drinking water service functionality assessment tool on the Jal Jeevan Mission (JJM) portal. The initiative marks a decisive shift from infrastructure creation to sustained service delivery, placing Gram Panchayats and village institutions at the centre of assessing the regularity, adequacy, quality and sustainability of drinking water supply in Har Ghar Jal (HGJ)…

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WORLD BANK APPROVES RS. 5,700 CRORE ASSISTANCE FOR ‘JAL SANRAKSHIT HARYANA.’

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The World Bank has approved technical and financial assistance of ₹25,700 crore under the ‘Jal Sanrakshit Haryana Project’, intending to make the state self-reliant in the water sector.  Chief Minister Nayab Singh Saini, who was chairing a meeting of officials on the Jal Sanrakshit Haryana programme, said the funds will be disbursed in a phased manner over 2026 to 2032. The funds will be utilised for large-scale works in the canal sector. According to an official statement, Saini said that out of a total of 1,570 canals in the state,…

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XYLEM VUE: THE DIGITAL TRANSFORMATION OF WATER IN EUROPE WILL PAVE THE WAY FOR A PROACTIVE MODEL TO ADDRESS NEW CHALLENGES IN AN UNCERTAIN AND COMPLEX ENVIRONMENT

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Smart water meters are becoming strategic assets, highlighting the value of data as a tool for better decision-making, smoother operations and more efficient management of water resources June 22, 2026. In May, Brussels launched a public consultation inviting various water sector stakeholders to work together to promote digital transformation in the industry at different levels, focusing on key aspects such as the roll-out of smart meters and sensors to improve water management across the EU. Digital transformation is rapidly moving from aspiration to reality. Last year, the European Investment Bank…

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ABB advances flow measurement for harsh and low-flow applications

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ABB advances flow measurement performance with a major upgrade to the ProcessMaster FER620 flowmeter family, delivering greater accuracy, reliability and efficiency for harsh conditions and low-flow applications. The ProcessMaster FER620 features a rugged, fully welded and hermetically sealed sensor that ensures long‑term stability and performance in the most challenging environments across pumping stations, water abstraction, water treatment, water distribution and irrigation. The ProcessMaster FER620 sensor design supports direct burial of the flowmeter without the need for a chamber. The sensor is protected against continuous submersion in water with an IP68…

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Celebrating 26 Years of Water Leadership

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The Anniversary Special Issue of EverythingAboutWater is Here For over two decades, EverythingAboutWater has been at the forefront of India’s water & wastewater industry — connecting innovators, industry leaders, policymakers and solution providers shaping the future of water. To mark this milestone, we proudly present our 26th Anniversary Special Edition – June 2026 “In Conversation with Industry Leaders” An exclusive feature bringing together the most influential voices from across the water sector to share their journey, achievements, challenges, innovations and vision for a sustainable water future. This special edition is…

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 DYNAMIC GROUNDWATER RESOURCES ASSESSMENT, 2025

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CGWB

The annual Dynamic Ground Water Resource assessment for 2025 has been completed by Central Ground Water Board (CGWB) in coordination with State Governments. The total Annual Ground Water Recharge in the country is 448.52 Billion Cubic Meter (BCM) and the Annual Extractable Ground Water Resources is estimated as 407.75 BCM. The total Annual Ground Water Extraction has been assessed as 247.22 BCM, with the Stage of Ground Water Extraction (SoE) at 60.63% for the country as a whole. Assessment Units (AUs) are categorised based on SoE: ‘Safe’ (less than 70%),…

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40 MILLION GALLONS OF EXTRA POTABLE WATER FOR SOUTH KOLKATA HIGH-RISES 

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The Kolkata Municipal Corporation is set to construct a water treatment plant at Garden Reach that will cater to safe drinking water demands from the high-rises in large parts of south Kolkata. The proposal for the construction of the plant was taken up last year after requests for potable water from high-rise residents staying in south Kolkata flooded the KMC headquarters. Most of the high-rises in south Kolkata do not have access to treated water from Garden Reach. They depend on groundwater.  The proposed water treatment plant, with a capacity…

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