A shift toward purified and packaged drinking water in India
Packaged drinking water crates are virtually everywhere. Railway stations, airports, schools, offices, and homes all across India have countless numbered stacks of elements/package cases, etc. People buy these crates out of habit, as they don’t know what else to use. It feels like the safer choice, especially when trust in public water systems wavers. That […]
India’s WASH progress through the lens of JMP
In development talk, the Human Development Index or the Global Hunger Index tends to be on everyone’s lips. Unnoticed in the background tends to be the Joint Monitoring Programme, or JMP, a powerful monitoring tool following global achievement in water, sanitation, and hygiene, or WASH, without making much noise. Co-governed by UNICEF and the World […]
Blockchain and IoT: A new avenue for effective water management
This article examines how blockchain and IoT can assist in managing drinking water supply. Implementation should prioritize inclusive knowledge distribution rather than technical aspects to bridge access gaps between the Global North and South. It should also consider potential knowledge disparities and foster cooperation through centralized governance. The Challenges The scarcity of safe drinking water […]
Know more about Total Dissolved Solids
What are Total Dissolved Solids (TDS)? Total Dissolved Solids (TDS) in water are some organic and inorganic materials, which include minerals and ions that are dissolved in a particular quantity in water. During transportation, water passes through different surfaces. At such times, water absorbs many materials. For example, TDS in water can come from different […]
Why clean and safe drinking water is still a struggle in Indian cities
Clean and safe drinking water, which we consider as a basic right, is still a dream for millions in our country? Why, you may ask. Reasons are many. Majority of the sewage that India generates is not treated. Untreated sewage is disposed of into rivers polluting them in a big way. Apart from untreated sewage, […]
Pune declares Water Cuts owing to deficit rainfall
Its monsoon and naturally we are of the opinion that the entire country is reeling under heavy rains and floods. Yes, that’s true and some parts of our country are facing floods and related water contamination and loss of lives. But unfortunately, there are parts of our country that have received less or negligible rainfall. […]
What is Shigellosis? Steps to protect yourself and your family from this bacterial infection
Developments in medical science have brought about many advantages for the human race and among them, one of the most critical ones have been the ability to identify harmful virus and bacteria. As we get over the after effects of Covid-19 virus, another harmful bacteria that is presently doing the rounds is the Shigella bacteria. Investigation […]
E.Coli in public drinking water : A danger sign that you should look out for
News of E-coli in Drinking water samples in Teynampet & Royapuram shouldnot be taken lightly. Here’s what E-coli does and the solution.
An RO water purifier or the world’s best water filter? The decision is yours.
Covid 19 has made us consider our health choices. Decisions once made without much thought are now made after much research. Especially where water purity is concerned. Can you be sure your water is clean? Are you happy with the taste? Is it safe? Even if one of these answers is negative, it’s time to […]
Case Study | How Kasaragod district in Kerala overcame their water crisis
When subject to pressure, it is important to find solutions with the resources in hand to flourish against all odds. A district in Kerala, Kasaragod exhibited sheer grit and far-sighted commitment in the face of the water crisis and successfully overcame the problem. We’re sharing their water story which might just inspire another city, district, […]