water crisis

Gaza’s Water Crisis Deepens: Residents Struggle For Survival Amid Ceasefire

15 Feb 2025

A ceasefire has enabled some of the displaced Gazans to come back to their ruins, but many are now confronted with an acute water crisis on top of the war's tribulations. Bassel Rajab, a 50-year-old farmer from Beit Lahiya, painted the desperate picture upon his return. "There are no wells,...

Water Crisis Threatens 50% of Global Food Production: WATCH

18 Oct 2024

A new report from the Global Commission on the Economics of Water reveals that for the first time in recorded history, the global water cycle is experiencing severe stress. This alarming situation is attributed to a combination of human activities and climate change, highlighting the urgent need for action. The...

Central Water Commission’s Latest Report Reveals Critical Water Level Crisis!

12 Jul 2024

As per the latest report from India's Central Water Commission(CWC),India faces water crisis. Water storage levels across the country's reservoirs are reportedly concerning. Despite their large storage capacity, the current data reveals a decrease in stored water compared to previous years, reflecting the impacts of fluctuating water management practices. As...

BJP Protest Against Delhi CM Arvind Kejriwal Over Water Crisis

27 Jun 2024

Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) councillors protested against Delhi CM Arvind Kejriwal in the Municipal Corporation of Delhi (MCD) house over the ongoing water crisis in the capital. Delhi Mayor Shelly Oberoi accused BJP councillors of disrupting House proceedings, noting that the session, intended for discussing monsoon preparations and drain cleaning,...

AAP’s Atishi Hospitalised Due to Health Deterioration During Hunger Strike

25 Jun 2024

Delhi Minister Atishi has been hospitalized following a deterioration in her health due to an indefinite hunger strike protesting against the Haryana government for not releasing 100 million gallons per day (MGD) of water to Delhi, causing a water crisis. She was admitted to Lok Nayak Jai Prakash (LNJP) Hospital...

Watch: Delhiites Stand In Front Of Water Tankers With Cans & Buckets

18 Jun 2024

Amidst the ongoing heatwave and recurring incidents of power outages, residents of Delhi were standing in long lines in front of water tankers at the national capital Delhi on Tuesday. These long ques reflect the deepening water crisis, which continues to affect some parts of the city gravely. As per...

‘Water Is Being Stolen Under AAP’s Government’: BJP Chief Virendra Sachdeva

11 Jun 2024

On Tuesday, the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) strongly criticized the Delhi government amidst an intensifying water crisis in the capital, accusing it of mismanaging the city's water resources and alleging corruption within the Delhi Jal Board. "Water is being stolen under the Delhi government's protection. The Delhi Jal Board, its...

Delhi Government Implements Emergency Measures Amid Severe Water Crisis

30 May 2024

The Delhi government has announced emergency measures to combat a crippling water crisis exacerbated by a record-breaking heatwave. In response to severe water shortages, the Delhi government has instructed the Delhi Jal Board to take stringent actions against water wastage, including imposing a ₹2,000 fine on violators. Additionally, the use...

Water Shortage: Delhi Government To Hold Emergency Meeting

30 May 2024

As Delhi faces a water shortage in several areas, the Delhi Government has scheduled an emergency meeting on Thursday at the Delhi Secretariat to tackle the issue. The meeting will be led by Water Minister Atishi and Health Minister Saurabh Bhardwaj, with the Chief Secretary and other senior officials in...

Water Crisis Escalates: 38 Villages in Karnataka’s Mandya District Seek Aid, Helpline Established for Assistance

27 Mar 2024

Bengaluru is currently experiencing a severe water shortage, and a similar crisis has emerged in Mandya, Karnataka, where 38 villages are grappling with water scarcity due to decreasing water levels during the summer season. To combat this, local authorities have commandeered private borewells to secure water distribution in the impacted...

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