India's wicked water problem warrants solutions beyond better budgetary outlays. We need to improve cost recovery to at least cover the operation and maintenance of water infrastructure.
New Delhi’s concerns include need to accelerate development of clean energy for emission reduction targets, changes in population demographics & impact of cross-border terrorism.
Delhi Minister Atishi was admitted to LNJP hospital after her blood sugar levels dropped during the indefinite hunger strike against the water crisis in the national capital.
Contracts were awarded by Mahagathbandhan govt for supplying drinking water in rural areas. Minister says inquiry found irregularities in selecting contractors, due process not followed.
The minister's indefinite hunger strike to demand water for Delhi, which is under the grip of a severe water crisis and scorching heat, entered its third day Sunday.
Haryana Minister for Water Resources Abhe Singh Yadav says the AAP govt in Punjab is obstructing it from drawing water from Sutlej Yamuna Link & Hansi-Butana canals despite SC orders.
SC has directed Delhi govt to approach Upper Yamuna River Board after Himachal Pradesh informed the court that it does not have surplus water to spare.
Countering insurgency needs the Pakistan Army to demonstrate a political will that ties leaders at the centre with those in the borderlands. But it may not have the imagination.
Centre for Science and Environment in new report makes case for rationalising GST on waste material, saying most informal operators can’t afford high tax & it also hinders recycling.
21st edition of annual joint military exercise will be held from 1 to 16 September, aimed at sharing military tech, operational best practices & disaster relief coordination methods.
Standing up to America is usually not a personal risk for a leader in India. Any suggestions of foreign pressure unites India behind who they see as leading them in that fight.
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