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First air, now water: Delhi in for water shortage until November 1 due to high ammonia levels in Yamuna river

Maintenance on the Upper Ganga Canal has forced two major water plants to rely on the polluted rive…

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Water shortage detrimental to India's credit health, may spark social unrest: Moody's

Moody's Ratings on Tuesday said India's growing water shortage can disrupt farm and industry sector…

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Russian troops likely facing water shortages in Ukraine, with some now drinking from 'stagnant puddles': UK intel

The shortages are likely the result of Russia's own strikes on utility infrastructure and have been…

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A Nevada mayor is battling one of the worst housing shortages in the US. Her solution: looser construction regulation.

Nevada is one of the most unaffordable places in the country. The mayor of Reno says cities need to…

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Delhi heatwaves are likely to abate after May 30, but the power sector is already suffering

Scorching temperatures continue to grip northern and central India, with parts of Delhi recording h…

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Amazon's AI data center dream runs into the reality of 'zombie' facilities, higher costs, and labor shortages

The cloud giant's predicament highlights broader tech industry challenges as generative AI upends t…

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Thailand is now welcoming Indians with open arms, but are its drought-hit islands really prepared for a tourism influx?

Thailand's tourism sector has been strategically easing visa regulations to attract visitors from k…

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Dipping reservoir stores in South India raise alarms on possible water shortages ahead

Looking ahead, despite current shortages, many state governments assure the public of sufficient wa…

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Garden city to concrete jungle: Bengaluru city has just 7% green cover left, reveals IISc study

Bengaluru's urbanised area has expanded by a staggering 1055% since 1973, from a mere 8% to 93.3% i…

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As winter storms arrive later in the year, North India faces dual threat of water scarcity and flooding

Traditionally, winter storms have graced the Himalayas with abundant snow from December to March, e…

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Delhi has recorded rainfall deficiencies of 61% so far this year, but the monsoons are almost here?

Between January 1 and June 26, the national capital has seen less than 20 mm of rainfall, resulting…

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As North Indian states battle severe monsoon, parts of Maharashtra see water shortage

Heavy rains have been reported in several parts of the country in the last 24 hours. We take a look…

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Taiwan earthquake: 9 dead, 1,038 injured, rescue underway

The number of deaths has reached nine, with 1,038 injured, 96 trapped, and 52 missing, as per the C…

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Water crisis affects businesses across Bengaluru; Is there room for cautious optimism?

Bidding to reduce their reliance on the exorbitant tankers — a necessary step after the exhaustion …

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Worst drought in four decades, says Dy CM Shivakumar on Karnataka's water crisis

Amid the acute water shortage in Bengaluru, Karnataka Deputy Chief Minister D K Shivakumar said on …

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After water crisis, Shimla now facing shortage in fuel supply

Triggered by high demand amidst tourist season, and the reduced supply by the oil companies, Himach…

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An ex-California official quietly stole over $1.5 million of water in a heist that lasted decades, but mysteries remain

A former California official pleaded guilty to conspiring to steal over $1.5 million of water, but …

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San Diego temporarily solved its water crisis by turning ocean water into fresh water. But desalination won't work everywhere.

Desalination is often touted as a solution to the US’ water crisis. But the process’ cost financial…

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Water woes grip Bengaluru as city faces severe crisis ahead of summer

Bengaluru, often referred to as India's Silicon Valley, is facing a water crisis. As the sweltering…

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EXPLAINED: Why is there a looming power shortage in India

India is currently undergoing the worst electricity shortage in more than six years just as a bruta…