Water Resources
First food: business of taste
Good Food is First Food. It is not junk food. It is the food that connects nature and nutrition with livelihoods. This food is good for our health; it comes from the rich biodiversity of our regions; it provides employment to people. Most importantly, cooking and eating give us pleasure. …Order of the National Green Tribunal regarding encroachment of 6 ponds in village Mundka, Delhi, 02/12/2024
Order of the National Green Tribunal in the matter of Dr. Jeet Singh Yadav Vs Govt. of NCT of Delhi & Others dated 02/12/2024. The matter related to restoration of 6 ponds in Delhi which have been occupied unauthorizedly or otherwise filled in by raising constructions. In the order dated …Order of the National Green Tribunal regarding encroachment of three ponds in Darbhanga, Bihar, 30/04/2024
Order of the National Green Tribunal (Eastern Zone Bench, Kolkata) in the matter of Talab Bachao Abhiyan (TBA) Vs Govt of Bihar & Others dated 30/04/2024. The NGT through its previous order, March 23, 2023 had directed the constitution of a committee under the Chairmanship of Additional Chief Secretary, Department …Exploring ways to fill Delhi’s unmet water needs
Delhi—a city and union territory of India containing the country’s capital, New Delhi—continues to grow in population, posing challenges to civic agencies in the provision of citizens’ essential needs. This brief examines the experience of Delhi’s water agency in obtaining raw water, amid the growing gap in supply and demand …Order of the National Green Tribunal regarding waterbodies in Chhattisgarh, 10/04/2024
Order of the National Green Tribunal (Central Zone Bench, Bhopal) in the matter of Jagdish Prasad Devgan Vs State of Chhattisgarh & Others dated 10/04/2024. The NGT directed a joint committee to compile the total number of ponds and water bodies within the state of Chhattisgarh and call the status …Report to the NGT on steps taken for demarcation of land of johad/pond situated in village Kanganheri, Delhi, 09/04/2024
Report by SDM, Kapashera alongwith joint committee report dated April 9, 2024. The NGT directed a joint committee of stakeholder agencies for demarcation of land of johad/pond situated in village Kanganheri, New Delhi. The joint committee observed some amount of illegal encroachments/illegal possessions. A demolition drive was carried out on …Sociocultural dimensions in water resources management: policies, practices, and challenges
Sociocultural Dimensions in Water Resources Management: Policies, Practices, and Challenges critically explores the complex challenges of ensuring sustainable development and effective water governance amid diverse cultural contexts. Through a compilation of insightful case studies and research from across Asia, the book emphasizes the importance of acknowledging and incorporating cultural values, …Order of the National Green Tribunal regarding encroachment and illegal construction on a pukur (water body), in Kazipura village, Barasat, North 24 Parganas, West Bengal, …
Order of the National Green Tribunal (Eastern Zone Bench, Kolkata) in the matter of Md. Sheik Ansaruddin Vs State of West Bengal & Others dated 01/04/2024. The matter related to encroachment and illegal construction on a pukur (water body), in Kazipura village, Barasat, North 24 Parganas, West Bengal. It was …Resource book for springshed management in the mountainous regions of India
This book contains 11 chapters covering various essential aspects of spring-shed management like database assessment, standard definitions and classifications, mapping methodologies, discharge measurement techniques, holistic management strategies, water quality protocols, environmental isotopes' use, tailored guidelines, discharge indexes, project impacts, and capacity building, addressing challenges, skills gaps, and effective mechanisms through …Order of the National Green Tribunal regarding filling up of a pond in village Uchheypota, District South 24 Parganas, West Bengal, 21/03/2024
Order of the National Green Tribunal (Eastern Zone Bench, Kolkata) in the matter of Ram Gayan & Others Vs State of West Bengal & Others dated 21/03/2024. The matter related to filling up of a pond in village Uchheypota, District South 24 Parganas, West Bengal. The pond is being filled …2024 water funding gap report
Action Against Hunger released the 2024 Water Funding Gap report, finding that globally, only 36% of appeals for water- and sanitation-related funding were met in 2023, leaving a 64% gap. Despite dwindling aid, the need for assistance is intensifying – 3.6 billion people worldwide lack adequate sanitation, and are susceptible …The United Nations world water development report 2024: water for prosperity and peace
Developing and maintaining a secure and equitable water future underpins prosperity and peace for all. The relationship also works in the opposite direction, as poverty and inequality, social tensions, and conflict can amplify water insecurity. This report calls attention to the complex and interlinked relationships between sustainable water management, prosperity …Order of the National Green Tribunal regarding encroachment, pollution, reduction of area of the pond in Smriti Van, Kishangarh village, Delhi, 13/03/2024
Order of the National Green Tribunal in the matter of Manish Kumar Vs Govt. of NCT of Delhi & Others dated 13/03/2024. The matter related to encroachment, pollution, reduction of area of the pond in Smriti Van which is a DDA park at Kishangarh village, Delhi. District Magistrate, South Delhi …Enabling circular economy in used water management in India: a municipal index for assessing urban local bodies’ performance
This study develops and computes a first-of-its-kind municipal index for evaluating the performance of Indian urban local bodies (ULBs) in used water management. ULBs, being the main authorities responsible for managing urban domestic used water, are the focus of the index. Such an evaluation can provide them with information on …Compliance report on behalf of Madhya Pradesh on encroachment of Teliya Talab, Mandsaur district, March 11, 2024
Compliance report on behalf of Madhya Pradesh in the matter of Abhay Kumar Akolkar Vs State of Madhya Pradesh dated March 11, 2024. The matter related to the encroachment of Teliya Talab, Mandsaur district on the basis of forged and fictitious map. Through the order dated February 24, 2024 of …Order of the National Green Tribunal regarding the issue of encroachment and pollution being faced by lakes and water bodies of Terai region, Uttar Pradesh, …
Order of the National Green Tribunal in the matter of News item titled "Map and Save Water Bodies" appearing in Civil Society Magazine May 2023 issue. The news report reflects the issue of encroachment and pollution being faced by lakes and water bodies of Terai region in Uttar Pradesh. The …Report on Laxmi Taal, Jhansi by a joint committee, 23/02/2024
Report on Laxmi Taal, Jhansi in compliance of the National Green Tribunal order, October 10, 2023. A ten member committee has produced a detailed report. They have studied the historical aspect of Laxmi Taal based on various research studies and reports about water balance - water recharge resource, ecological balance, …Mizoram Water Resources (Management and Regulation) Bill, 2024
A bill to provide for the establishment of institutional mechanism within the State of Mizoram for effective management, protection, conservation, development, equitable distribution, regulation, conjunctive judicious and efficient use of the state water resources with the objective of ensuring water, food and ecological security.Judgment of the National Green Tribunal regarding violation of environmental laws within a stretch comprising about 3.5 kms of length falling in 3 villages of …
Judgment of the National Green Tribunal in the matter of Prem Mohan Gaur Vs National Highway Authority of India & Others dated 13/02/2024. Aggrieved by the encroachment over the water body and other violations at village Kiranj, district Nuh, Haryana by National Highway Authority of India (NHAI), an application had …Water management in oil and gas operations: industry practice and policy guidelines for Developing Countries
This report aims to raise awareness of the challenges and opportunities associated with the use of fresh water and the reuse of water produced in oil and gas operations, with the view to support evidence-based policy making and regulation. To that end, the report proposes a list of operational and …Meghalaya Waterbodies (Conservation and Protection) Amendment Guidelines, 2023
The Government of Meghalaya on February 13, 2024, notified the Meghalaya Waterbodies (Conservation and Protection) Amendment Guidelines 2023 to amend the Meghalaya Waterbodies (Preservation and Conservation) Guidelines, 2023. The following has been stated: In clause (c) in paragraph 2, the words and figure "no-construction zone" and "paragraph 5" shall respectively …