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JAL JEEVAN MISSION EXTENDED TO 2028 WITH FOCUS ON “NAL JAL MITRAS”

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As of early February 2026, the Jal Jeevan Mission (JJM) has achieved a significant milestone, providing tap water connections to over 81.5% of rural households. To ensure the long-term sustainability of this massive infrastructure, the government has officially announced the extension of the mission until December 2028.  The new phase of the mission shifts focus from “infrastructure creation” to “operational excellence.” A key component of this strategy is the Nal Jal Mitra Programme, a collaboration with the Ministry of Skill Development to train local villagers in maintenance and water quality…

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EARLY WARNING SYSTEMS MUST EVOLVE INTO TOOLS THAT ANTICIPATE FLOODING AND PROTECT LIVES

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According to a report by Xylem Vue, these systems must be integrated as operational platforms within water management frameworks, automatically linked to the activation of emergency plans, municipal protocols, and interagency decision-making processes. Floods do not cause severe damage due to a lack of data. They cause it because there is not enough actionable time to make decisions and respond. May 14, 2026. Far from being understood as simple alert platforms, Early Warning Systems (EWS) must urgently evolve into operational systems for flood and extreme event management. This is highlighted…

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NGT MANDATES IMMEDIATE SEWAGE INTERCEPTION FOR DELHI’S JJ CLUSTERS

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The National Green Tribunal (NGT) has issued a stern directive to the Delhi Urban Shelter Improvement Board (DUSIB) and the Delhi Jal Board (DJB) to intercept untreated sewage from eight major JJ clusters. The order, delivered on February 3, aims to prevent the direct discharge of waste into the Barapullah drain, a major contributor to Yamuna River pollution.  The DJB has proposed the installation of modular Decentralized Sewage Treatment Plants (DSTPs) at specific discharge points to tackle the issue at the source. This intervention highlights a growing regulatory shift toward…

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NX Filtration to enable reliable drinking  water production from challenging  surface water in Canada

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Hengelo, the Netherlands – 12 May 2026 NX Filtration has been selected to supply its hollow fiber nanofiltration (HFNF)  technology to Komline Pure Water, a Canadian industrial water and wastewater  treatment company. The HFNF modules will be applied in a new drinking water  project in Canada to treat challenging surface water for the Ministry of Environment  and Parks, with McElhanney acting as Engineer of Record.  The water source is characterized by highly variable quality, including elevated levels of  natural organic matter (NOM), color, and low UV transmittance. These conditions limit …

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HARMFUL INVESTMENTS OUTPACE NATURE PROTECTION BY 30 TO 1, ACCORDING TO NEW UNEP REPORT

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A new report by the United Nations Environment Programme (UNEP), has found that for every US$1 the world invests in protecting nature, it spends US$30 on destroying it.  This stark imbalance is the central finding of the report, released 22 January 2026. UNEP is calling for a major shift in global financing of nature-based solutions and phasing out harmful investments to deliver high returns, reduce risk exposure, and enhance resilience.  The State of Finance for Nature 2026 which uses data for 2023 – finds:  US$ 7.3 trillion in total nature-negative…

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Nijhuis Saur Industries and Vortech Water Solutions announce strategic partnership for new generation aeration system

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Münich, May 6 – Vortech and Nijhuis Saur Industries (NSI), part of the Saur Group, today announced a European‑wide distribution agreement to make Vortech’s Vortex Powered Aeration (VPA™) technology available to industrial Dairy and Pulp & Paper wastewater treatment customers across Europe.  This partnership brings together NSI’s extensive wastewater treatment process knowledge and project delivery experience with Vortech’s patented VPA™ system, which uses cyclonic flow to bring water to air in a fundamentally different way, improving aeration and mixing performance. At a time when the water industry faces stricter discharge…

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IDE TECHNOLOGIES SIGNS CONTRACT FOR SIPCOTSEAWATER DESALINATION PLANT IN TAMIL NADU, INDIA

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IDE Technologies, a leading global provider of water treatment solutions, announced the signing of a contract with the State Industries Promotion Corporation of Tamil Nadu Limited (SIPCOT) for the design, construction, and operation of a new seawater reverse osmosis (SWRO) desalination plant in Tamil Nadu, India. The project, to be executed in partnership with Jindal Water Infrastructure Limited (JWIL) and Vishnusurya Projects and Infra (VPIL), will deliver 60 MLD to Mullakadu, Tuticorin in Tamil Nadu to support local water management and address growing water scarcity challenges. “Solving water challenges for…

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DELHI CM ANNOUNCES 105 MGD WATER TREATMENT PLANT AT CHANDRAWAL

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Delhi Chief Minister Rekha Gupta has announced the construction of a state-of-the-art 105 million gallons per day (MGD) water treatment plant at Chandrawal.  The project, estimated at ₹599 crore, is a critical move to strengthen the capital’s water infrastructure ahead of the 2026 summer season. Once commissioned, the plant is expected to benefit approximately 11% of Delhi’s population, specifically targeting high-density areas like Karol Bagh, Sadar Bazar, and Chandni Chowk.  The project also includes a massive ₹1,331 crore investment into replacing aging distribution pipelines. A primary objective of this overhaul…

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CENTRE ROLLS OUT ₹235 CRORES PORT PROJECTS IN TAMIL NADU; SARBANANDA SONOWAL SAYS BOOST TO MARITIME-LED GROWTH

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Addressing the “Viksit Bharat, Viksit Ports” programme in Chennai, Sarbananda Sonowal said the projects underscore the Centre’s commitment to building globally competitive, climate-resilient and digitally enabled ports, while improving ease of doing business (EODB) and coastal safety.  “Prime Minister Narendra Modi ji provides the vision and leadership that drives India’s maritime transformation,” Sarbananda Sonowal said. “We are modernising ports, strengthening coastal resilience, digitising operations & expanding trade facilitation so that Indian ports emerge as engines of growth, national self-reliance and global competitiveness.”  Of the total outlay, ₹129.36 crore covers projects…

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HSIIDC FINALISES ₹490 CRORE WATER MANAGEMENT PLAN FOR MANESAR TILL 2031

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The Haryana State Industrial and Infrastructure Development Corporation has finalised a long-term water management proposal to address rising demand in the fast-urbanising residential and industrial areas of Manesar, officials said. The plan, to be implemented in four phases by 2031, focuses on supplying both fresh and recycled water while reducing wastewater discharge into drains.  According to officials, the decentralised project, estimated at ₹490.59 crore, includes a new raw water outlet near the Transport Hub within the Industrial Model Township and the construction of multiple modular water treatment plants, along with…

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