High levels of fecal bacteria in Sangam waters at Maha Kumbh: Report
Tuesday, 18 February 2025 The Sangam waters during Maha Kumbh have alarming levels of faecal and total coliform, exceeding CPCB standards by up to 1,400 times in the Ganga and 660 times in the Yamuna. This contamination endangers public health, prompting NGT to summon UP authorities for not complying with directives to maintain water quality, posing risks of waterborne diseases and environmental harm.
Shocking reports reveal that the sacred waters of the Ganga and Yamuna at Maha Kumbh in Prayagraj are severely contaminated with faecal bacteria, failing official bathing water standards. Devotees gathering for the holy dip are unknowingly exposing themselves to dangerous pathogens, raising serious...
The Yamuna's rising water levels continue to wreak havoc in parts of the NCR (National Capital Region) following heavy rainfall. The submerged roads, farms, and.. DNA
North India experienced unprecedented rainfall between August 22 and September 4, with nearly three times the normal amount. This intense spell, the wettest in.. IndiaTimes
Concurrently, the water level of the Yamuna River in Delhi has reached 207.39 meters, exceeding the 2013 record of 207.32 meters and marking the third-highest.. DNA
Our team went on an exclusive boat ride to the flood-hit areas of Burari, Delhi, where the Yamuna river has crossed the danger mark. Nearly 100 families, mostly landless farmers and migrant workers from Bihar and Eastern UP, have lost their homes. Around 500 acres of vegetable crops and papaya orchards have been completely destroyed by the rising floodwaters. Fodder for livestock has also been washed away. While the Delhi government has provided relief through food, water tankers, and mobile toilets, the victims are demanding proper compensation for their massive losses. Watch our full ground report to see the devastating impact of the Yamuna floods.
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SpiceJet issued a travel advisory due to heavy rains disrupting flight operations in Delhi, warning passengers of potential delays and cancellations. The India.. IndiaTimes
Tuesday, 18 February 2025
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