Andhra Pradesh

Bill to manage river basins out

When it comes to managing huge piles of waste, Indian metros have a monumental task in hand. As per 2011 figures, Delhi is the biggest waste generator with 6800 tonnes of waste being produced daily.

Rains cause havoc in Hyderabad while Mumbai lakes, dams overflow with water

The Marathwada and Vidarbha region of Maharashtra have been witnessing drought and drinking water crises for a long time. A drought situation always makes headlines for its impact on human lives, but rarely for the effect it has on the livelihoods of these farmers. Livestock are their lifeline and extreme climatic variations are bound to affect them adversely.

The demand, supply, availability and access of water resources do not always match. Going by the UN estimates, by the year 2022, India is expected to surpass China's population to become the most populous country in the world.

Encroachment of lakes and riverbeds caused Chennai floods: Panel

NGT raps UP government over Yamuna's pollution near the Taj Mahal

India has largest number of stunted children in the world: Study

Floods grip many parts of the country

Maharashtra government withdraws plea against ban on construction on wetlands