Lakes, Ponds and Wetlands

NGT slams NMCG and DJB over pollution in Ganga and Yamuna rivers

Tidal mudflats of Gulf of Khambhat on west coast constitute an important ecosystem on India’s coastline. Scientists have now found that these mudflats are experiencing severe erosion which is threatening the vital habitat. 

Decline in Dolphin population observed in India's only dolphin sanctuary

Karnataka budget focuses on big water projects, misses out on sustainability

In India, although we have approximately four months of monsoon (which is basically 45 days of effective rainfall), in drought prone areas, there are only 10-15 days of harvestable rain in the entire season. If you don't get enough rain during those days, it's a cause for worry.

A growing demand for water implies the need for an improved understanding of our resources, and the ability to manage that demand in an equitable and sustainable way.

Wells, not dams, have been the temples of modern India

Up until two decades ago, the main sources of drinking water in Rajasthan included surface water from perennial ponds, reservoirs, lakes, dams, rivers and streams with borewells and tubewells used sparingly and only in remote areas. All this changed when guinea worm infections started appearing in the state. 

Good rainfall fails to improve Hyderabad's groundwater table

Punjab introduces “Paani Bacho, Paise Kamao” scheme to motivate farmers to pump less

Gujarat tops Niti Aayog's composite water management index