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

Dec 31, 2025Dec 31, 2025 eawater

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…

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

Dec 30, 2025Dec 30, 2025 eawater

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…

Greywater Recycling to Become Mandatory for New Buildings

Dec 29, 2025Dec 29, 2025 eawater

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…

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

Dec 26, 2025Dec 26, 2025 eawater

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…

Artificial Rain: First Cloud-seeding Trial Conducted in Parts of Delhi

Dec 23, 2025Dec 23, 2025 eawater

Delhi has conducted its first cloud-seeding trial, using aircraft to disperse silver iodide and sodium chloride over areas such as Burari and Karol Bagh. The initiative, led by the Delhi government in collaboration with IIT Kanpur, seeks to trigger artificial rainfall to wash out particulate pollution. This trial reflects a significant shift in Delhi’s environmental strategy; from reactive pollution control to proactive, technology-driven interventions. While cloud seeding has been used in other parts of the world, its application here underscores how water industry thinking must increasingly overlap with meteorology and…

Molecor Presents Its Latest Technological Developments at K2025

Dec 20, 2025Dec 20, 2025 eawater

These days everybody has a unique thing in mind, the K fair. It starts next 8th October with a huge affluency of exhibitors, and Molecor, the leader company in the development of technology for the manufacture of OPVC pipes, will be present with its latest innovations. This sectorial fair, with more than 220.000 visitors per edition, is the most important event of the year for the plastics sector, and it takes place between 8th and 15th of October in Düsseldorf, Germany. This year, Molecor presents SilkWorm®, the first comprehensive system…

Enviro Infra Engineers Limited Closes the Loop in Water Recycling: An Example From the Panipat Facility

Dec 16, 2025Dec 16, 2025 eawater

INTRODUCTION : In 2016, Enviro Infra Engineering Limited (EIEL) successfully commissioned a 21MLD Common Effluent Treatment Plant (CETP) in Panipat, Haryana. Executed on a complete EPC (Engineering, Procurement, and Construction) basis- including detailed design, civil works, equipment supply, commissioning and ongoing operations and maintenance. This project underscores Enviro’s capability to deliver advanced, efficient and environmentally sustainable wastewater treatment solutions. The Panipat CETP plays a pivotal role in treating industrial wastewater from multiple textile dyeing and processing units in the area, an area known for its high water consumption and complex…

Microplastic Contamination in Water Resources of India

Dec 15, 2025Dec 15, 2025 eawater

Microplastics in water resources are an emerging global concern because of their persistence, mobility, and potential ecological and human health risks. India’s rivers, lakes, aquifers, and coasts are increasingly burdened by microplastics. Over the past decade, evidence from field surveys and laboratory analyses has confirmed that microplastics (MPs) are now present across the country’s freshwater and marine systems, with hotspots near dense populations and industrial hubs. What are Microplastics? Microplastics are plastic particles smaller than 5 mm. They can be:• Primary microplastics – manufactured small particles (e.g., cosmetic microbeads, industrial…

Somaiya Vidyavihar University’s Reach Fellowship Focuses on Water Stewardship in Rural India

Dec 12, 2025Dec 12, 2025 eawater

Mumbai, October 1, 2025 — Somaiya Vidyavihar University (SVU) has launched two rural water projects under its 2024–25 REACH Fellowship, a field-based initiative that places students in underserved communities to lead scientific and sustainable development work. Anchored by the University’s Centre for Achieving Sustainable Climate Action, Development and Engagement (CASCADE) and institutionalised under the Somaiya Institute for Research and Consultancy (SIRAC), the 2024–25 cycle is focused on one urgent theme: Water Stewardship. REACH, short for Rural Engagement for Action through Community-led Holistic Development, is designed to bridge academic research with…

Cool Under Pressure: Winning the War on Corrosion in Data Center Cooling Systems

Dec 10, 2025Dec 10, 2025 eawater

With the unprecedented rise in cloud-computing and AI, the need for data centers and supercomputers is booming. This astronomical output of artificial brain activity demands enormous amounts of power that quickly convert to heat as these mega-computers process billions of “thoughts” per second. The natural consequence is the proliferation of giant cooling towers alongside new data centers, with backup chillers kicking in for hot summer months and going idle during cold weather. Whatever the season, taking proactive steps to fight corrosion is critical to maintaining a healthy system long-term. Cortec®…