25 states drinking unsafe water: Ministry data

25 states drinking unsafe water: Ministry data New Delhi: Are we drinking poisoned water? According to data submitted in Parliament, groundwater across 25 states is contaminated with chemicals beyond permissible limits, and this may cause severe health complications. Dangerous levels of fluorides, nitrates and heavy metals like lead have been found in pockets of 158 districts across 25 states. The information is according to the latest data with the Ministry of Water Resources, tabled in Parliament. "It...
07:46 AM, May 04, 2012

Haryana farmers drill borewells, reap drought

Haryana farmers drill borewells, reap drought NASA satellites point out that the drop in water level is alarming in Haryana. ...
09:12 AM, Aug 20, 2009

Biotech major Biocon alleged of ground water pollution

Biotech major Biocon alleged of ground water pollution Villagers allege it has polluted air and ground water in the Hebbagodi region. ...
03:58 PM, Dec 02, 2008

Kerala's anti-Coke crusader is dead

Kerala's anti-Coke crusader is dead The icon of Kerala’s anti-Coke struggle, Mayilamma, passed away on Saturday night following psoriasis ailment. ...
12:12 PM, Jan 07, 2007
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