Namami Gange: World Bank approves 400 million USD

The World Bank has approved 400 million USD of loan to support Namami Gange project of India. According to World Bank, the funds will help 500 million people living in the river basin. Highlights The World Bank has enhanced its ..

Month: Current Affairs - July, 2020

IDEAthon launched by Jal Shakti ministry

On May 2, 2020, the National Mission for Clean Ganga operating under Ministry of Jal Shakti launched “IDEAthon”. It focuses on “The Future of River Management” to explore how the COVID-19 crisis will change the river management strategies. Highlights The ..

Month: Current Affairs - May, 2020

Lock Down improves water quality of Ganges

The Lock Down imposed in the country on March 22, 2020 has improved air quality and water quality. According to CPCB (Central Pollution Control Board), 40 million litres of waste water enters water bodies. The Ganges The water pollution of ..

Month: Current Affairs - April, 2020

First meeting of National Ganga Council

The Prime Minister of India, Narendra Modi chaired the first meeting of the National Ganga Council held in Kanpur, Uttar Pradesh on Saturday, 14th December 2019. The National Council for Rejuvenation, Protection, and Management of River Ganga(referred to as National ..

Sarai Sewage Treatment Plant inaugurated in Uttarakhand

King Carl XVI Gustaf and Queen Silvia of Sweden inaugurated Sarai Sewage Treatment Plant (STP) in Uttarakhand. The Swedish King and Queen are on a five-day visit to India to strengthen bilateral ties. About Sarai Sewage Treatment Plant (STP) It ..

Month: Current Affairs - December, 2019

Jal Shakti Ministry

The government has set up a new ministry Jal Shakti to cater for the multiple aspects relating to water. Jal Shakti Ministry Jal Shakti Ministry has been set up with a motto to provide safe drinking water to people. The ..