New PFAS testing method could make water testing more affordable, portable and accessible
University of Massachusetts Amherst researchers have discovered a new way to detect per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances (PFAS) in water. This marks an important step forward in creating testing devices that are simpler, more cost-effective, faster and generally more accessible than existing methods. PFAS, the so-called forever chemicals, have been recognized as a concerning pollutant. These […]
Are Packaged Water Bottles Really Safe? FSSAI’s New ‘High-Risk’ Label Explained
With FSSAI now labelling packaged water as a ‘high-risk’ food category, understanding what you’re drinking is more important than ever. This guide will help you make sense of the new regulations, make safer choices, and stay informed about the safety of your bottled water. Packaged drinking water has long been a popular choice for those […]
Anurag Bajpayee’s Gradiant : The Water Tech Firm Rides Industrial Demand Toward Global Expansion
As the global economy grapples with worsening water scarcity and rising environmental scrutiny, one MIT-born startup founded by Anurag Bajpayee is scaling up its ambitions—and its footprint—by turning wastewater into opportunity. Gradiant Corp., a Boston-based water technology company founded in 2013, is rapidly becoming a key player in the industrial water treatment market. The company […]
Assam Faces Growing Water Crisis: Pollution Control Board Chairman Highlights Challenges And Solutions
Guwahati: The scarcity of water is an alarming reality for many regions, including Assam. As the world marks World Water Day today (March 22), the spotlight falls on the urgent need for sustainable water management and conservation efforts. However, due to rapid urbanisation, industrial pollution, and climate change, Assam, despite its mighty rivers and abundant […]
India’s Groundwater Revival
A single drop of water journeys across the land filtering through rocks and sand to become the invaluable resource we rely on—clean groundwater. This essential source supports life, fuels agricultural productivity and secures water for millions. In 2024, total annual groundwater recharge experienced a significant increase of 15 BCM (Billion Cubic Meters), while extraction decreased […]
Delhi to have centre for real time air, water quality monitoring: Govt
This centre (ICCC) will do real-time monitoring of various environmental parameters like air quality, water quality, noise levels, waste management etc, said the chief minister during budget speech New Delhi: Chief minister Rekha Gupta in her maiden budget presentation on Tuesday proposed “to set up an Integrated Command and Control Center (ICCC)” for real-time monitoring […]
IoT-based prediction model for aquaponic fish pond water quality using multiscale feature fusion with convolutional autoencoder and GRU networks
The Internet of Things (IoT)-based smart solutions have been developed to predict water quality and they are becoming an increasingly important means of providing efficient solutions through communication technologies. IoT systems are used for enabling connection between various devices based on the ability to gather and collect information. Furthermore, IoT systems are designed to address […]
PMC to test water quality at 25 locations under river rejuvenation project
The goal is to determine whether the newly established STPs effectively reduce pollution levels in the river. As part of the Mula-Mutha Rejuvenation Project, five sewage treatment plants (STPs) are currently being built in the city. To assess river water quality, the Pune Municipal Corporation (PMC) will conduct tests at 25 locations to help evaluate […]
Water Quality Monitoring Events
This map shows the station locations where the Division of Environmental Assessment and Restoration monitoring staff are visiting to collect water quality and biological samples. Site visits are updated in real time along with a display of site information, and number of site visits. It includes the monitoring locations and information for Strategic Monitoring, Status […]
World Water Day 2025: Glacier Preservation and Sustainable Water Management for Agriculture
World Water Day 2025 focuses on glacier preservation, highlighting their crucial role in freshwater supply and climate regulation. The theme underscores the urgency of sustainable water management, especially in agriculture, to ensure food security and mitigate climate change impacts. World Water Day, observed annually on March 22, highlights the significance of freshwater and advocates for […]