BEAS RIVER
Delhi turning into Bengaluru? A dive into national capital's water woes
Dehi water crisis: Delhi faces a worsening water crisis, with videos of residents struggling for water going viral. The blame game among politicians, including the AAP government and neighbouring states, has escalated. Despite efforts to increase water production, the city's infrastructure challenges and mismanagement persist. Groundwater overexploitation and inter-state disputes exacerbate the complex situation.
Himachal's hydro project leaked in test phase too, experts demand moratorium on new projects
A 25-megawatt Lambadug hydroelectric project in Himachal Pradesh has suffered leakage during its test phase, causing significant damage to property in Multhan village. The team found muddy water from the leaking penstock affected around 80 families and demanded a complete moratorium on new projects of 25 MW and above capacity. The project, executed by Megha Engineering Infrastructure Limited, is one of 40 projects in different stages of commissioning, construction, and planning on the Beas river and its tributaries.
'Water Terrorism': Pak media on India completely stopping flow of Ravi river into Pakistan
The completion of Shahpurkandi barrage stopped water flow from Ravi river to Pakistan, leading to accusations of 'Water Terrorism' from Pakisatan media. A Lahore rally demanded Indus Waters treaty review. The treaty gives India exclusive rights over Ravi river water usage.
India completely stops Ravi river water flow to Pakistan. Historical context and significance
The completion of the Shahpur Kandi barrage has diverted water from the Ravi river which will benefit Jammu and Kashmir and Punjab. This project, under the Indus Waters Treaty, aids irrigation and hydropower generation, contributing to agricultural and economic growth in the region.
Elizabeth Hoffman passes away at 97. Check out her notable performances
Elizabeth Hoffman, known for her role as Bea in 'Sisters,' passed away at 97 due to natural causes in her Malibu home on August 21. Her career included portraying Eleanor Roosevelt and memorable characters in films like 'The River Wild' and 'Dante's Peak.' Hoffman's legacy spans theater, film, and television, and she is survived by her sons Chris and Paul, along with grandchildren.
If SAD comes to power in Punjab, it will terminate all river water-sharing pacts: Sukhbir
Shiromani Akali Dal president Sukhbir Singh Badal said that if his party comes to power in Punjab in 2027, it will revoke all river water-sharing agreements with any state. He added that neighbouring states had no right on Punjab waters, and they were unduly getting nearly half of their total water. Furthermore, he said that Punjab had an inalienable right over the river waters flowing across it, referring to the Riparian Principle.
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Punjab government advises people of five districts not to go near Beas riverbanks
The Punjab government on Monday warned residents of five districts against going near the Beas riverbanks as surplus water from the Pong dam is going to be released. The move follows heavy incessant rains in the catchment areas of the river. The advisory has been issued for the people of Gurdaspur, Amritsar, Hoshiarpur, Kapurthala and Tarn Taran districts.
Tree logs in Himachal's flooded rivers raise concern
Himachal Pradesh state in northern India is experiencing heavy monsoon rain, flash floods, mudslides, and landslides with logs, trees, and roots in the rivers causing additional hazards for structures. Illegal felling of trees is to blame, according to environment activists, from tunnels and hydropower projects with warnings ignored.
Himachal Pradesh: Chamba DDMA issues advisory amid rain warning
Himachal Pradesh State Disaster Management Authority (HPSDMA) said that 15 people are missing and 187 people have been injured since the beginning of the monsoon. "So far Monsoon has claimed 154 lives since its onset on June 24 in Himachal Pradesh. Till now 15 people are missing and 187 people have been injured. In Himachal Pradesh, 592 houses have been damaged, besides 5265 houses partially damaged," the statement said.
Orange alert for rain in HP, Uttarakhand, 2 other states
"#OrangeAlert: #Jharkhand & #Odisha likely to get heavy to very heavy rainfall (115.6 to 204.4 mm) on 16th July", IMD shared in a tweet. Further, IMD tweeted that Himachal Pradesh and Uttarakhand are likely to recieve heavy to very heavy showers from July 16 to 17.
Bhakra Beas Management Board to release 22,300 cusec of water from Pong Dam
The maximum possible release would be made through a turbine of Pong power house in Kangra district while 4,377 cusec would be released through spillway beginning 4 pm on Sunday (July 16), according to a notification issued by the senior design engineer, water regulation cell, BBMB.
Himachal Pradesh: Beas river overflows following incessant rainfall in state
The Beas river in Mandi district is in spate on Saturday as the torrential rains continued to lash Himachal Pradesh. Heavy rains have battered Himachal Pradesh, triggering floods and landslides across the state with more than 90 people having died in the state due to rain-related incidents since June 24.
19 dead as heavy rains lash north India, rivers in spate
Heavy downpour warnings have been issued for certain areas of Jammu and Kashmir, Ladakh and Himachal Pradesh, while in Delhi, which recorded its highest rainfall in a single day in July since 1982, authorities have cautioned over rising water level of the Yamuna.
Himachal Pradesh: Five dead in landslides, all major rivers in spate after heavy rains
According to Kullu's deputy commissioner, Ashutosh Garg, landslides have blocked the Kullu-Manali road in a number of locations. Traffic from Kullu to Manali and Manali to Atal Tunnel has been stopped because the Beas River is overflowing near Ramshela. According to him, the Mandi-Kullu road has also experienced landslides, and only emergency vehicles are permitted on this section. Tourists and locals have been asked by the administration to stay indoors during periods of heavy rain.
HP, Delhi CMs discuss water sharing
In the Sunday evening meeting, various common issues between both states were discussed besides electric supply for the upcoming Bulk Drug Park in Una district with the support of Bhakra Beas Management Board, it said. Sukhu said that high-level discussions will be held for the memorandum of understanding between the Delhi and Himachal governments regarding Yamuna river water sharing.
India discusses Kishenganga and Ratle Hydroelectric Projects related to Indus Waters Treaty
India on Monday discussed ongoing Neutral Expert proceedings pertaining to the Kishenganga and Ratle Hydroelectric Projects during the sixth meeting of the Steering Committee on matters related to the Indus Waters Treaty.
Haryana govt committed to construct SYL canal to get state's share of waters in Ravi-Beas: Guv Bandaru Dattatreya
In his address to the Haryana assembly on the first day of the Budget Session, the governor also lauded the government's efforts for ensuring good governance by evolving customised policies for all sectors and showing zero-tolerance to corruption.
River linking projects may adversely impact monsoon: Experts
The Ken-Betwa scheme, the first being implemented under the National River Linking Project (NRLP), seeks to bring nearly 11 lakh hectares of land under irrigation in the parched Bundelkhand region straddling Uttar Pradesh and Madhya Pradesh.
Pakistan objects to PM Modi's visit to Kashmir
Prime Minister Modi visited Jammu and Kashmir on Sunday for the first time for a public engagement since the abrogation of Article 370 in August 2019.
India agrees to give more data on western river projects to Pakistan: Report
According to the Dawn newspaper, Pakistan raised objections regarding 10 projects including Kulan Ramwari, Feb-II, Tamasha Hydro, Baltikulan, Darbuk Shyok, Nummu Chilling, Kargil Hunderman, Phagla and Mandi HEP.
Lease of life: The 185-km long Beas Conservation Reserve is helping protect many endangered aquatic species
Today, the Beas in Punjab is the only Indian habitat of the functionally blind mammal, which uses echolocation to navigate underwater and hunt for food. “Till 2017, there was no legal protection for this area from the Wildlife (Protection) Act. Declaring it a conservation reserve was important,” says Kuldeep Kumar, Punjab’s principal chief conservator of forests.
Lok Sabha passes Inter-State River Water Disputes (Amendment) Bill
The Lower House approved the bill, which seeks to amend the Inter State River Water Disputes Act, 1956, by a voice vote.
Government asks locals, tourists to stay away from river Beas in Himachal Pradesh due to rising water levels
Due to increasing water levels, the gates of Pandoh Dam on the river may be opened at anytime and an advisory has been issued to avert any mishap, an official said.
Centre okays dam on Ravi, will cut water flow to Pakistan
Once completed in June 2022, it will improve irrigation potential of farmers in Jammu & Kashmir and Punjab.
Project for better use of water of rivers flowing into Pakistan
The project aims to better utilise rain and flood water to solve drinking and irrigation water shortages of 10 districts of Rajasthan.
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