The Maharashtra Cabinet approved a series of major initiatives covering healthcare, drinking water, technology, digital connectivity and governance. The Cabinet gave its nod to the establishment of a High Energy Medical Cyclotron Project in Nagpur. The project, the first of its kind in Central India, is expected to strengthen the diagnosis of various diseases and improve the precision of medical treatment. The Cabinet also approved the Maharashtra Rural Drinking Water Policy 2026 to address drinking water scarcity in rural areas. The policy aims to ensure the supply of clean, safe…
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SUPREME COURT RETURNS RIVER POLLUTION MONITORING TO NGT
On February 24, the Supreme Court of India closed its suo motu proceedings regarding river pollution, handing the responsibility of continuous monitoring back to the National Green Tribunal (NGT). Chief Justice Surya Kant noted that specialized environmental courts are better positioned to handle the technical complexities of sewage treatment and industrial discharge. The court stated that the right to clean water is a fundamental right, but oversight must be technically rigorous. This procedural shift is expected to accelerate the enforcement of pollution norms. The NGT will now have the primary…
Read MoreMembrane Group and Kurita Establish JV for Advanced Semiconductor Water Treatment Solutions
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…
Read MoreABB advances flow measurement for harsh and low-flow applications
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…
Read MoreEP BIOCOMPOSITES LIMITED PARTNERS WITH IISC BENGALURU FOR ADVANCED WASTEWATER TREATMENT SOLUTIONS
E P Biocomposites Limited has signed a technical consultancy agreement with the Indian Institute of Science (IISc), Bengaluru, to strengthen its capabilities in advanced wastewater treatment solutions. The collaboration focuses on technical consultancy, design review, & expert inputs for non-biological wastewater treatment systems, enabling the company to offer unique non-biological treatment solutions for wastewater Recycling. Partnership Overview The agreement establishes a framework for technical collaboration focused on advanced wastewater treatment technologies. IISc will provide technical consultancy & expert advisory support for system design & process optimisation, enabling EP Biocomposites to…
Read MoreEP BIOCOMPOSITES LIMITED PARTNERS WITH IISC BENGALURU FOR ADVANCED WASTEWATER TREATMENT SOLUTIONS
E P Biocomposites Limited has signed a technical consultancy agreement with the Indian Institute of Science (IISc), Bengaluru, to strengthen its capabilities in advanced wastewater treatment solutions. The collaboration focuses on technical consultancy, design review, & expert inputs for non-biological wastewater treatment systems, enabling the company to offer unique non-biological treatment solutions for wastewater recycling. Partnership Overview The agreement establishes a framework for technical collaboration focused on advanced wastewater treatment technologies. IISc will provide technical consultancy & expert advisory support for system design & process optimisation, enabling EP Biocomposites to…
Read MoreTop 7 Emerging Technologies Transforming Wastewater Treatment in 2026
International Water News & National Water News Coverage Angle The wastewater treatment industry in 2026 is rapidly shifting from conventional treatment models toward intelligent, resource-efficient, and circular water management systems. Rising industrialization, stricter discharge norms, climate pressures, and growing water scarcity are accelerating the adoption of advanced technologies worldwide. From AI-powered treatment optimization to PFAS removal technologies, the sector is witnessing a major transformation. Recent global research and industry developments highlight how digitalization, smart automation, membrane innovation, and decentralized systems are redefining wastewater infrastructure. Article Agenda / Structure 1. Introduction…
Read MoreUK GOVERNMENT UNVEILS BIGGEST OVERHAUL OF WATER SECTOR IN A GENERATION
A new once-in-a-generation plan to overhaul the water system has been unveiled today (Tuesday 20 January) by the UK government, with the publication of the much anticipated Water White Paper. The policy paper, ‘A new vision for water’ sets out clear powers for the new regulator, delivering tougher oversight and stronger accountability for water companies. For the first time in two decades, a Chief Engineer will sit inside the new single water regulator to bring back hands-on checks of water infrastructure, which the government says will end the days of…
Read MoreToray to Launch Lower-Biofouling Ultrafiltration Membrane Module with One of the Industry’s Smallest Nominal Pore Sizes*, at Just 0.005 micrometers
Tokyo, Japan, April 27, 2026 – Toray Industries, Inc., announced today thatit plans to launch the F-HFUG Series ultrafiltration (UF) membrane module in May this year for wastewater reuse. It has completed mass production technology and product reliability evaluations for the new offering, whose helps improve lower-biofouling performance of reverse osmosis (RO) membrane and stabilizes long-term operations. This module is based on a high removal UF membrane that the company unveiled in February 2025. Nations everywhere are tightening wastewater regulations as water demand rises. Regions with limited resources position reusing…
Read MoreAlfa Laval to drive water transition dialogue at Global Water Summit 2026 in Madrid
As global temperatures rise and only 7% of water is reused in Europe, the world faces a critical water security challenge. With half of all wastewater still untreated and 90% of the Sustainable Development Goals dependent on water, the need for resilient, circular, and digitally enabled solutions has never been greater. At the Global Water Summit 2026 in Madrid, Alfa Laval is part of the conversation driving innovation, collaboration, and action to accelerate the water transition and empower industries to build operational resilience for a changing planet. Water reuse through…
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