Karnataka

India is the second most populous country in the world, with more than one billion citizens. 163 million people lack access to safe water and 210 million people lack access to improved sanitation. With the per capita availability of water continuing to decline, the nation hurtles towards water scarcity. 

Water, the most precious commodity is being abused to such an extent that there is fear that this might lead to another world war or it may be difficult even to get drinking water. Water is indeed an integral part of human body as it accounts for 66 percent of it.

Survey reveals MGNREGA failed to curb migration

More than 50 percent districts yet to be declared open defecation free

Green nod to Inland waterway terminal at Haldia

States freeze payments to MGNREGA workers

Study says 40 percent of NCR's water bodies lost to urbanisation in 42 years

Elephants enjoy a special place in India. They play a significant role not only in the Indian ecological system but also in its cultural and religious landscape. 

India Water Portal is a website that shares knowledge and builds communities around water and related issues in India. Managed by Arghyam, the Portal has become a valuable archive of resources, working papers, reports, data, articles, news, events, opportunities and discussions on water.

Niti Aayog proposes 300-metre high dam in Arunachal Pradesh