BRAHMAPUTRA GANGA
Dibrugarh sends first international cargo from Bogibeel to Bangladesh since Independence
A momentous occasion unfolded as the cargo vessel 'DLB Patkai' set sail from Bogibeel Terminal in Dibrugarh, heading to Dhaka. This significant shipment is the first direct trade from Upper Assam to an international market since Independence. Carrying methanol from Namrup, the vessel will embark on a 1,300 km journey to Bangladesh.
Himalayas running out of water, 20% of India's GDP at risk: 200 glacial lakes linked to rivers like Ganga, Yamuna found to be high risk
A new report by Systemiq and the Integrated Mountain Initiative, backed by the Rockefeller Foundation, warns that the Himalayas are approaching a tipping point, with glaciers melting 65 percent faster than a decade ago. Nearly 200 glacial lakes have been rated high risk, and the region underpins over 20 percent of India's GDP, putting water, food and economic security at stake for hundreds of millions of people.
Centre speeds up work on early warning systems for 188 Himalayan lakes
India is enhancing efforts to establish early warning systems for 188 critical lakes. These lakes in the Indian Himalayan Region are vulnerable to glacial lake outburst floods. Recent devastating floods in Nepal and Sikkim highlight the growing hazard. Scientific studies show a significant increase in glacial lake numbers and surface area.
20 river sites under flood risk, 3 locations in Assam and Bihar face severe inundation: CWC
Several regions in India are on high alert. The Central Water Commission reports twenty river sites are under flood threat. Assam and Bihar are experiencing severe conditions. Water levels have crossed danger marks in Golaghat, Muzaffarpur and Gopalganj. The Brahmaputra and Ganga river systems are most affected. Authorities are monitoring the situation closely.
First-ever survey finds over 6,300 river dolphins in India
India's first population estimation of riverine dolphins has revealed 6,327 dolphins in the Ganga, Brahmaputra, and Indus River systems. The census was part of 'Project Dolphin', covering over 8,000 km across eight states from 2021 to 2023. The results indicate dolphins thrive in areas with adequate water depth and minimal human disturbances.
India conducts first-ever riverine dolphin population estimation exercise
India has completed its first estimation of riverine dolphin populations across the Ganga, Brahmaputra, and Indus river systems. Conducted under Project Dolphin, this survey covered 8,000 kilometers and spanned two years. Findings will establish a baseline population for future assessments and support efforts to protect these species.
Ganga and Brahmaputra are ready for scaling up goods and services movement: Sarbananda Sonowal
Speaking to ET at the sidelines of a ceremony to mark the arrival of the MV Ganga Vilas, tourist vessel, Sonowal said that the focus is on developing the economic potential of the Brahmaputra river.
World’s longest river cruise MV Ganga enters Assam
The Minister congratulated the people of Assam and the Northeast on this historic moment that is set to unlock huge potential of river tourism, allowing trickle down development for people across the bank of the Brahmaputra.
First Digestor package of Assam Bio Refinery sails from Kolkata
This opens up the Brahmaputra riverway for Cargo transportation.
Nitin Gadkari to discuss restructuring of Brahmaputra board
On Saturday, the Union Minister will chair the 9th meeting of High Powered Review Board of Brahmaputra Board (HPRB).
Proposal to revamp Brahmaputra Board under consideration: Govt to Rajya Sabha
Minister of State for Water Resources Sanwar Lal Jat said the bill has been circulated to the states in the northeast region for their views and suggestions.
Floods claimed 14,000 lives, caused damage of Rs 1 lakh crore in last 6 years: Panel
Standing Committee report said that annual floods between 2007 and 2013 have affected 21.821 Mha area and 167.617 million people with loss of human lives.
Gaurav Gogoi pitches construction of hydro power projects on River Brahmaputra to counter China
Gaurav added various use of river Brahmaputra including hydro power and transportation will help India in establishing users right over the river.
Government accused of diluting importance of Water ministry
Congress member Gaurav Gogoi said no one will have any objection to the ambitious programme of cleaning the holy Ganga.
Water supply in Ganga, Brahmaputra will increase: Research
Glacier and snowmelt contribute water to ten important river basins originating from the Himalayas and in the Tibetan plateau serving over 1.3 billion people.
Water supply in Ganga, Brahmaputra will increase: Study
Despite the retreating of glaciers in Himalayas, water supply in rivers like Ganga, Brahmaputra and Indus will increase in the coming decades, a new study said.
Biodiversity in river basins discussed
Experts from Bangladesh and different parts of the country participated in the symposium jointly organized by the International Union for Conservation of Nature (IUCN), Patna University, and University of Chittagong, Bangladesh, on Saturday.
Take a river cruise and enjoy India’s iconic rivers
Wake up to the sound of birds, the splash of oars cutting through water and the smell of rural India and its natural greenery when you go on an Indian River Cruise.
Network of Indian rivers covering the entire country mooted
Creating a network of Indian rivers is more viable than interlinking of rivers and it will help in ensuring water security in the country.
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