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Water crisis deepens across Iran as Tehran's taps run dry- All you need to know

December 02, 2025 9:56 am

The stakes in Iran are high for the clerical rulers as the water scarcity in 2021 triggered violent protests across the southern Khuzestan province.

This capital city could be the first in the world to run out of water. Here’s why

July 22, 2025 5:57 am

Mercy Corps says up to 80 per cent of Kabul’s groundwater is polluted due to sewage and waste. Residents report frequent sickness from using water, even for brushing their teeth.

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Muddy water, dry tanks: Chandigarh reels under worsening water crisis

May 26, 2025 12:04 pm

Across sectors and villages, residents face dirty or no water, low pressure, and rising health risks as civic response remains patchy.

A study reveals nearly 12% of Kerala's wards are facing acute water stress, especially during peak summer months.

12% wards in Kerala suffer from acute water stress during summer: Study

March 29, 2025 2:37 pm

Thiruvananthapuram, Kozhikode and Pathanamthitta districts worst affected

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Greater Kailash to Vasant Kunj — Delhi reels under water shortage; no relief until November 1

October 28, 2024 10:37 am

The Yamuna, however, saw the ammonia levels rise — to more than 1.5 parts per million (ppm) — affecting treatment capacity.

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Sardar Sarovar Dam near capacity as rain brings water storage up to 92.05% in state

September 21, 2024 1:30 am

Major dams in the state are also nearing their full reservoir levels. In Mahisagar, Kadana at 99.84% filling and Panam at 99.97% filling are on high alert as well as Ukai dam in Tapi with 91.67% filling. Karjan Dam in Narmada district is also on alert with 87.18% filling.

On day 4 of fast for water, TMC leaders lend support to Atishi

June 25, 2024 8:48 am

Amid party workers and supporters — who later took out a candlelight march on Jangpura Road in solidarity with her — Atishi, who has been on an indefinite fast since June 21 protesting against alleged reduced supply of water by the Haryana government, said she would go on.

Why Delhi struggles with water shortage — and how this problem can be fixed

June 03, 2024 4:27 pm

Delhi must implement sustainable policy and governance reforms with technological interventions, infrastructure development and alternate water conservation methods. At the same time, the people should also take it as a collective responsibility and inculcate responsible water consumption behaviours.