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Karnataka government steps up measures to prevent drinking water shortage
Updated : 4 days, 3 hours ago IST
The State Government has initiated proactive measures to ensure that rural communities do not face drinking water shortages during the upcoming summer season, said Priyank Kharge, Minister for Rural Development and Panchayat Raj, and Information Technology & Biotechnology.
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UAE sends 30 tonnes of food aid to support drought-affected communities in
Updated : 2 weeks, 6 days ago IST
The UAE has sent 30 tonnes of food aid to Kenya to support families affected by severe drought and climate challenges. The assistance aims to address worsening food insecurity caused by climatic disruptions, including La Nina, as Kenya continues to face prolonged drought and water shortages.
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Mohit Chauhan, Taapsee Pannu, and Anubhav Sinha Champion Jal Vaani Nationw
Updated : 3 weeks, 3 days ago IST
New Delhi [India], February 18: Water shortages, polluted rivers, and irregular supply have quietly become part of daily life for many Indians. To address this, Mirchi has launched Jal Vaani, a nationwide campaign in association with the National Water Mission and the Ministry of Jal Shakti.
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Afghanistan: World Bank-funded water networks launched in drought-hit Ghaz
Updated : 1 month ago IST
Three World Bank-funded clean drinking water projects have begun in Ghazni province, benefiting about 1,000 families. Residents say drought has caused severe shortages. Authorities said additional water supply networks completed this year have already provided clean water to nearly 4,000 fam
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Pakistan: Sindh Assembly clashes over transport woes, vows bus expansion
Updated : 3 months, 1 week ago IST
Opposition lawmakers in the Sindh Assembly criticised worsening transport, garbage management and water shortages in Karachi and Hyderabad. The provincial government promised expanded bus services, stricter traffic laws and a new taxi scheme. Multiple call attention notices raised concerns o
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Pak: Karachi residents protest at Sakhi Hasan hydrant over acute water cri
Updated : 3 months, 2 weeks ago IST
Residents of Karachi's district Central protested at the Sakhi Hasan hydrant over severe water shortages. Dawn reported that repeated pumping station shutdowns caused major supply disruptions, though KWSC said power issues were resolved and normal water service had resumed.
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After Nepal, Bangladesh, now Madagascar: President Rajoelina flees as Gen
Updated : 5 months ago IST
After weeks of mass protests, Madagascar's President Andry Rajoelina has fled the country, becoming the latest world leader pushed out amid a wave of Gen Z-driven unrest sweeping across multiple continents.
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Kabul residents face severe water shortages, call for urgent action
Updated : 5 months, 1 week ago IST
Kabul residents face worsening water shortages as wells dry up and pipelines supply water only a few times a week, Tolo News reported. Experts warn the capital's groundwater could be depleted by 2030 without urgent management, deep-well projects and upgraded infrastructure.
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Kabul residents struggle daily amid severe water shortages and queues
Updated : 7 months ago IST
Residents of Kabul's District 13 face severe water shortages, waiting in long queues daily. Officials and experts urge coordinated efforts and infrastructure projects, like dam water transfers, to address the crisis. The government is working on plans to improve water supply and reduce the h
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Iran's infrastructure crisis deepens; power outages. water shortages disru
Updated : 7 months ago IST
Millions in Iran face daily hardships due to water shortages, power outages, and extreme heat. Aging infrastructure, fuel problems, and drought have caused frequent blackouts and water cuts, disrupting homes and businesses. Many Iranians are adapting their lives to cope with these ongoing cr
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Nepal's southern plain go dry mid-monsoon, throws life out of gear worryin
Updated : 8 months ago IST
A severe drought in Nepal's Madhesh province has dried up water sources, affecting farming and daily life. Only 36% of paddy fields are planted. The government is using fire engines to deliver water. Locals face acute water shortages, and pleas for aid from the union government remain unansw
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Kashmir valley faces unseasonal heatwave as temperatures soar, residents u
Updated : 9 months, 3 weeks ago IST
Kashmir is facing an intense heatwave with temperatures well above normal, causing hardships like water shortages and loss of tourism income. Authorities have issued warnings and advised staying hydrated and avoiding sun exposure. Recent rains may ease the heatwave in the coming week, but ca
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