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Grundfos India – the World’s First Pump Manufacturing Site to Achieve True Certification

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Chennai

CHENNAI, India, 06 October 2025 – Grundfos is proud to announce that our facility in Chennai, India, has become the first pump manufacturing site to receive the prestigious TRUE (Total Resource Use and Efficiency) Platinum Certification for zero waste, the highest level of recognition demonstrating sustainability and resource efficiency. A global benchmark for organisations that go beyond compliance, TRUE enables the adoption of holistic, resource-efficient waste management practices. Accorded by Green Business Certification Inc.(GBCI), the exclusive certification and credentialing body within the green business and sustainability industry, the TRUE framework…

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The Department of Drinking Water and Sanitation Holds 2nd Edition of “district Collectors’ Peyjal Samvad”

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DDWS Hosts 2nd District Collectors’ Peyjal Samvad under JJM

The Department of Drinking Water and Sanitation (DDWS), Ministry of Jal Shakti, organised the second edition of the ‘District Collectors’ Peyjal Samvad’, a national dialogue aimed at empowering district leadership to strengthen local governance, ensure source sustainability, and enhance accountability in rural water service delivery under Jal Jeevan Mission (JJM). The event was held via video conference and chaired by Shri Kamal Kishore Soan, Additional Secretary & Mission Director, National Jal Jeevan Mission (NJJM). Smt. Swati Meena Naik, Joint Secretary, NJJM, along with senior officials, District Collectors/ District Magistrates from…

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EKKI HOMA announces its association with industry veteran N.K. Ranganath as Chief Advisor

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Coimbatore, India | Cologne, Germany | 5 th Jan 2026 EKKI HOMA, the international joint venture between EKKI Pumps, India, and HOMA Pumpenfabrik GmbH, Germany, today announced the association of Mr. N. K. Ranganath as Chief Advisor to the joint venture. This association comes as HOMA ranked among the world’s top five sewage pump manufacturers continues to deepen its engagement in India through its strategic partnership with EKKI Group. Mr. Ranganath brings over four decades of leadership experience across the water technology and industrial sectors. He is best known for…

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New Siphon-powered Desalination Breakthrough Turns Saltwater Into Sweetwater

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IISc Develops Siphon-Based Solar Desalination System

A new siphon-based thermal desalination system can now transform salty seawater into clean drinking water—faster, cheaper, and more reliably than existing methods. Traditional solar stills, which mimic nature’s water cycle, have long been promoted as simple water purifiers. However, they face two persistent challenges: • Salt buildup, where crusts form on evaporator surfaces, blocking water flow.  • Scaling limits, as wicking materials can only lift water about 10–15 cm, restricting system size and output. A research team from the Indian Institute of Science (IISc) has addressed both challenges using a…

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16th Meeting of Empowered Task Force on Ganga Rejuvenation Held Under Chairmanship of the Union Minister for Jal Shakti C.r. Paatil

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Empowered Task Force on River Ganga

The 16th meeting of the Empowered Task Force (ETF) on River Ganga was held under the chairmanship of Union Minister for Jal Shakti C.R. Paatil, reaffirming India’s commitment to reviving and conserving its most sacred river. The Minister emphasized that the rejuvenation of the Ganga is not merely an environmental initiative but a mission intertwined with the nation’s cultural heritage, faith, and the livelihoods of millions. The meeting brought together key officials from the Department of Water Resources, the National Mission for Clean Ganga (NMCG), and Ganga basin states. Highlighting…

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Membrane Group Secures Usd 50 Million Investment Commitment From Gef Capital to Accelerate Scale and Innovation in Sustainable Water Solutions

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Membrane Group India

Membrane Group India

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North Tripura Dm Launches Historic Water Conservation Drive, 50,000 Soak Pits in 2 Days Under ‘uttar Jal Sanchay Yatra’

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Uttar Jal Sanchay Yatra

In a groundbreaking step towards sustainable water management, the District Magistrate of North Tripura, Chandni Chandran, has announced a first-of its-kind initiative in the state, ‘Uttar Jal Sanchay Yatra’, aimed at constructing 50,000 soak pits within just two days. The ambitious mission, scheduled for November 3 and 4, 2025, marks a major milestone in Tripura’s journey toward water conservation and environmental sustainability. Taking to her official Facebook page, District Magistrate Chandni Chandran wrote: “Uttar Jal Sanchay Yatra – Let’s Save Every Drop! The District Administration, North Tripura is set to…

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New Nanotech Water Treatment System Unveiled at T-chip Semiconductor Museum Launch

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Nanotechnology water purification

A new nanotechnology-based water purification system that aims to clean polluted rivers and reduce industrial waste was unveiled at the inauguration of India’s first Semiconductor Innovation Museum, T-Chip SIM, in Hyderabad on Sunday. The technology, developed by researchers at the University of Hyderabad, promises to help restore the city’s historic Musi River by converting wastewater into reusable, clean water. Professor Swati Ghosh Acharya from the University of Hyderabad shared that her team has been working on advanced materials designed to tackle industrial and urban water pollution. “We have been developing…

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Greywater Recycling to Become Mandatory for New Buildings

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BWSSB greywater recycling

In a major step toward sustainable urban water management, the Bangalore Water Supply and Sewerage Board (BWSSB) plans to make greywater recycling compulsory for all new buildings and detached houses. The initiative aims to conserve resources and reduce Bengaluru’s heavy dependence on the Cauvery River. A detailed framework is being prepared and is expected to be submitted to the state government for approval by the end of the year. At present, wastewater treatment and reuse are mandatory only for apartment complexes with over 120 flats. However, with rapid urbanisation, depleting…

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With `2.08 Lakh Crore Central Outlay, Delivering Tap Water to Over 15.72 Crore Rural Households

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Jal Jeevan Mission

The Jal Jeevan Mission (JJM), spearheaded by the Department of Drinking Water and Sanitation under the Ministry of Jal Shakti, is revolutionizing rural India by extending functional household tap connections (FHTCs) and promoting sustainable management of water resources. Encompassing the creation of in-village piped water infrastructure, augmentation of reliable drinking water sources, and establishment of bulk transfer systems and treatment plants, the Mission simultaneously integrates technological interventions for quality enhancement, grey water management, community capacity building, and contingency measures to address unforeseen disruptions. A major stride in digital governance has…

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