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Israel Signs Energy Agreement with Ethiopia
Jerusalem, February 6: Israel's Minister of Energy and Infrastructure Eli Cohen signed an agreement with his Ethiopian counterpart, the Minister of Energy and Water of Ethiopia Habtamu Itefa Geleta, to promote cooperation between the countries in the fields of energy, water and innovation. Ethiopia has a population of 130 million, and its economy is one of the largest in Africa.
Centre ignored Karnataka in Union Budget: Minister Boseraju
Bengaluru, Feb 1: Karnataka Minor Irrigation, Science and Technology Minister N. S. Boseraju said on Saturday that the Union Government has once again demonstrated a "step-motherly" attitude towards the state, disregarding its legitimate expectations and pressing concerns.
Budget outlay for Jal Jeevan Mission hiked to Rs 67,000 crore
New Delhi, Feb 1: Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman on Saturday enhanced the total outlay for Jal Jeevan Mission to Rs 67,000 crore in her proposals for Budget 2025-26 and said that the Mission stands extended until 2028.
Residents of MP's Manasa thanks PM Modi for getting fresh water access under AMRUT 2.0 scheme
Neemuch, Jan 31: In a transformative shift for the residents of Madhya Pradesh's Manasa, women are extending their heartfelt thanks to Prime Minister Narendra Modi for bringing pure drinking water to their homes through the AMRUT 2.0 scheme.
'Not just infrastructure project, but vision for sustainable future': Meghalaya CM on Tura water supply scheme
Shillong, Jan 27: Meghalaya Chief Minister Conrad K Sangma on Monday laid the foundation stone for the Greater Tura Urban Water Supply Scheme, saying it is not an infrastructure project but a vision for a sustainable future for the area.
Water crisis deepens in PoGB as filtration plants fall into disrepair
Gilgit, January 25: The water crisis in Pakistan-occupied Gilgit Baltistan (PoGB) is worsening as many of the region's filtration plants have not been repaired, leaving residents without access to clean drinking water, as reported by Markhor Times.
Jal Jeevan Mission Pavilion a hit at Mahakumbh Mela, people praise PM Modi
Mahakumbh Nagar, Jan 24: In the ongoing Mahakumbh in Sangam city Prayagraj, a pavilion related to the Jal Jeevan Mission has been set up in which the special features of the mission have been explained.
Gwalior Municipal Corporation issues order to construct water plant at Ramua Dam after request from Jyotiraditya Scindia
Gwalior, January 23: The Gwalior Municipal Corporation has issued an order regarding the construction of a drinking water plant on Ramua Dam after a request from Union Minister Jyotiraditya Scindia.
Karachi water supply severely impacted by Dhabeji Pumping Station power failure
Karachi, January 20: Karachi's water supply has been significantly disrupted following a power failure at the Dhabeji pumping station. The incident, caused by an explosion during the breakdown, resulted in the rupture of two major pipelines, halting water delivery to several areas across the city.
World Bank approves 257.8-million-USD financing to improve water supply services in Lebanon
Beirut, Jan 16: The World Bank approved a 257.8-million-US. dollar financing to improve water supply services in Greater Beirut and Mount Lebanon.
MP CM descends 32 m deep to inspect work of Kanh Close Duct Diversion Project
Ujjain, January 13: Madhya Pradesh Chief Minister Mohan Yadav on Monday inspected the construction work of the Kanh Close Duct Diversion Project by descending into the 32-meter-deep Shaft-3 under construction tunnel located in Bamora village in Ujjain for Kshipra river purification.
MP CM Yadav, Union Minister CR Patil performs Bhoomi Pujan of Sewarkhedi-Silarkhedi project worth Rs 614 crores in Ujjain
Ujjain, January 13: Madhya Pradesh Chief Minister Mohan Yadav in the presence of Union Minister CR Patil performed the Bhoomi Pujan of Sewarkhedi-Silarkhedi project worth Rs 614 crores at a program organised in Ujjain on Monday.
'Swachh Sujal Gaon' stall showcases Uttar Pradesh's rural transformation at Maha Kumbh
Prayagraj, January 12: The Jal Jeevan Mission's 'Swachh Sujal Gaon' stall at the Maha Kumbh 2025 in Prayagraj is offering a unique glimpse into Uttar Pradesh's rural transformation.
Rajouri residents rejoice as Jal Jeevan Mission nears completion in border district
Rajouri, Jan 7: The long-cherished dream of people in the city is coming true as the Jal Jeevan Mission (JJM) is moving closer to completion in the border district of Jammu and Kashmir.
40 per cent of Rajasthan's population will benefit from ERCP: Bhajan Lal Sharma
Jaipur, Jan 4: Rajasthan Chief Minister Bhajan Lal Sharma on Saturday said that the state government has achieved unprecedented progress in enhancing water availability during its one-year tenure.