YAMUNA RIVER
'Special experience for Delhiites': CM Rekha Gupta inspects Namo Yamuna River Safari ahead of soft launch
Delhi Chief Minister Rekha Gupta, accompanied by Delhi Minister Kapil Mishra, inspected the capital's first-ever 'Namo Yamuna River Safari' on Sunday ahead of its proposed soft launch before the Chhath festival, describing the project as a new experience for residents and a potential family picnic destination.
Bhai Dooj 2026 Date: When Is Bhai Dooj? Check November 11 Tilak Muhurat, Dwitiya Tithi, Puja Vidhi and Significance
Bhai Dooj 2026 will be celebrated on November 11, Wednesday, following Diwali festivities. Check Bhai Dooj shubh tilak muhurat, Dwitiya Tithi timings, puja vidhi, religious significance, regional celebrations and the legendary story of Lord Yama and Goddess Yamuna.
Yamuna's first recreational cruise to begin Tuesday
A recreational cruise service will begin on the Sonia Vihar-Jagatpur stretch of the Yamuna river. This initiative aims to enhance river-based tourism within the National Capital Region. Electric-powered cruise vessels will showcase clean and sustainable mobility along the waterways. The cruise service development involves multiple authorities, including the Inland Waterways Authority of India and the Delhi Development Authority.
Bhai Dooj 2026 date and time: When is Bhaiya Dooj? Check shubh muhurat, tilak timings, puja rituals and the story of Lord Yama and Yamuna
Bhai Dooj 2026 date and time: Bhai Dooj 2026 will be celebrated on Wednesday, November 11, marking the special bond between brothers and sisters. According to Drik Panchang, the Bhai Dooj Aparahna Puja Muhurat will be observed from 1:30 pm to 3:46 pm, while the Dwitiya Tithi begins at 2:00 pm on November 10 and ends at 3:53 pm on November 11. Also known as Bhaiya Dooj, Bhau Beej and Yama Dwitiya, the festival is celebrated with tilak, aarti, prayers and the exchange of gifts.
Bhai Dooj 2026 date & time: Is it on November 10 or 11? Check 2-hour-16-minute shubh muhurat, exact tilak timings, puja rituals & legend behind the festival
Bhai Dooj 2026 Date: Bhai Dooj will be celebrated on November 11, 2026, marking the bond between brothers and sisters. Check the auspicious Aparahna puja muhurat, Dwitiya Tithi timings, rituals and religious significance of the festival, also known as Yama Dwitiya.
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Keralam to form special committee with trade union representatives on labour codes; report due in 10 days
Keralam government is forming a special committee that will include trade union representatives to review Labour Codes. This committee will submit recommendations within ten days regarding the state's rules implementation. Chief Minister V D Satheesan emphasized the need for protecting workers' interests during the meeting. All trade unions will be invited to provide their suggestions for amendments to the draft prepared in 2021.
Amit Shah launches projects worth Rs 8,941 crore for Delhi Yamuna river cleaning
Union Home Minister Amit Shah inaugurated projects aimed at cleaning the Yamuna river, including a sewage treatment plant. The projects, worth Rs 8,941, also include decentralized sewage treatment plants and new sewer lines. Shah emphasized the importance of these initiatives for wastewater treatment and drinking water. He stated that more than 40% of the goal for cleaning the Yamuna has been achieved so far.
Bittu Tabahi cleans Gurugram after Delhi’s Yamuna: 2,435 Kg waste removed from Khedki Daula, Noida the final stop of #CleanWithBittu drive
Surendra Singh Choudhry, also known as Bittu Tabahi, spearheaded an environmental cleanup initiative starting on World Cleanup Day. This campaign focused on eliminating waste from public areas across Delhi, Gurugram, and Noida. A remarkable 585 kg of trash was retrieved from the Yamuna in Delhi, and an impressive 2,435 kg was collected at Khedki Daula in Gurugram. This effort highlighted the detrimental effects of plastic pollution on local wildlife.
Bittu Tabahi cleans Delhi's Yamuna after Ajnar River in Madhya Pradesh: 585 kg waste cleared in 4.5 hours; watch video
Bittu Tabahi on Sunday took the initative of cleaning Yamuna River in Delhi. He started his cleanliness drive from Ajnar River in Madhya Pradesh. In Delhi he took up 3 days for his drive. After cleaning Yamuna River in Delhi which was his first stop, his next stop was Gurugram’s Kherki Daula. Many people on Sunday came to support him and make the drive a successful one. I almost 4.5 hours he managed to clean 585 kg of waste.
Yamuna water enters parts of Delhi, leading to severe waterlogging
Delhi faces challenges with waterlogging and potential flooding. The Yamuna River overflows, impacting areas like Loha Pul and Kashmere Gate. Water enters Monastery Market and Civil Lines, submerging vehicles. People in low-lying areas are relocated. Relief camps near Mayur Vihar are also flooded. Shopkeepers in Monastery market are taking precautions. The old Yamuna Bridge is closed for traffic.
Key Delhi, Central govt figures put heads together to find a way to save Yamuna river
Union Home Minister Amit Shah chaired a high-level meeting addressing the Yamuna River's pollution crisis, emphasizing collaborative strategies among Delhi, Haryana, and Uttar Pradesh. Key initiatives include boosting STP capacity to 1500 MGD by 2028, regulating industrial discharge, and managing dairy waste.
Amit Shah chairs high-level meeting on Yamuna Rejuvenation with Delhi CM Rekha Gupta
Union Home Minister Amit Shah convened a high-level meeting with Delhi Chief Minister Rekha Gupta and other officials to discuss the rejuvenation of the Yamuna River. A comprehensive 45-point action plan, backed by a Rs 9,000 crore budget, aims to enhance water infrastructure, upgrade sewerage networks, and rejuvenate the polluted river by next year.
Delhi: 45-point action plan to rejuvenate Yamuna River
Under Chief Minister Rekha Gupta, the Delhi Jal Board has launched a Rs 9,000 crore, 45-point action plan to overhaul Delhi's water infrastructure and rejuvenate the Yamuna River. The initiative, targeted for completion next year, includes upgrading sewerage, enhancing tanker transparency, and intensive pollution monitoring.
We will support BJP's Yamuna cleanup plan so they can take a dip: AAP's Anil Jha
AAP's winning candidate from the Kirari Assembly constituency, Anil Jha, stated that he intends to play a constructive role in the opposition while supporting initiatives that benefit the public, particularly the BJP's pledge to clean the Yamuna River, and holding the party accountable for its promises.
Industrial waste in Yamuna River coming from UP, Haryana: AAP's Satyendra Jain
AAP's Satyendra Jain asserts that industrial waste in the Yamuna River comes from Haryana and Uttar Pradesh, not Delhi. BJP's Virendra Sachdeva protests against AAP over Yamuna pollution. Lieutenant Governor VK Saxena urges relief measures for Delhi residents. Jain addresses alleged money laundering case during his statement.
Yamuna river froth contains harmful organic matter that releases volatile gases directly into atmosphere, warns expert
Experts express alarm over the toxic white froth in the Yamuna River, which contains harmful organic matter, releasing volatile gases and forming secondary organic aerosols. This froth also depletes dissolved oxygen, endangering aquatic life. Solutions include increased wastewater treatment and stricter industrial waste regulation.
Reason behind poisonous water and air is AAP's poisonous politics: Shehzad Poonawalla
BJP spokesperson Shehzad Poonawalla criticized Delhi's AAP government, blaming Arvind Kejriwal's 'poisonous politics' for the toxic state of the Yamuna River and Delhi's poor air quality. He accused the AAP of misusing funds allocated for Yamuna cleaning on advertisements. Union Minister Harsh Malhotra echoed these claims, highlighting corruption and environmental neglect. Delhi's AQI is currently at a 'Poor' level, making breathing difficult.
Delhi HC orders removal of encroachment, illegal constructions near Yamuna
The Delhi High Court has instructed the DDA vice-chairperson to eliminate encroachments and unauthorized constructions on the Yamuna river bank, bed, and drains, appointing them as the nodal officer to coordinate with various agencies. The order, issued on July 8, followed a petition seeking the removal of illegal structures near Shaheen Bagh and measures to prevent future encroachments.
Atishi urges Haryana government to release water in Yamuna river
Delhi Water Minister Atishi visited Wazirabad barrage, urging Haryana to release water into the Yamuna river. Atishi highlighted the importance of water supply to treatment plants in Chandrawal, Okhla, and Wazirabad. She emphasized the critical need for water to ensure these plants operate efficiently, appealing to Haryana to address Delhi's water concerns.
Delhi: Devotees stand in knee-deep toxic foam in Yamuna for Chhath Puja
As part of Chhath Puja, devotees across India worship the sun, concluding with offerings to the rising sun. In Delhi, devotees stand amidst toxic foam in the polluted Yamuna River to worship the sun. This festivity, emphasizing purity and prayers for family well-being, involves fasting and offerings for four days. Originating in Nepal, it's celebrated mainly in Bihar, Uttar Pradesh, Jharkhand, and Bengal, attracting devotees even in Delhi. Women play a significant role, embracing a break from chores.
Uttar Pradesh: As Hindon River swells up, water enters nearby houses
The Hindon River is a tributary of the Yamuna River. After days of receding, the Yamuna water level in the national capital once again crossed the danger mark of 205.33 meters on Friday evening. After July 13, the Yamuna had been receding gradually after reaching an all-time high of 208.66 meters but there have been marginal fluctuations in the water level over the last two-three days.
Entry and exit at Yamuna Bank Metro Station open now: DMRC
On July 13, the entry and exit at the Yamuna Bank Metro station were temporarily closed due to the rising water level of the Yamuna River. The swollen Yamuna has crossed the danger mark, breaching the all-time record of 1978, flooding low-lying areas near the banks.
Yamuna again crosses danger mark; authorities issue directions to avoid flood-like situation
According to the east Delhi district administration, the water level of the Yamuna river reached 205.08 metres today while its danger mark is 204.83 metres.
Delhi government presents plan for cleaning Yamuna to Centre
The Delhi government today presented to the Centre a comprehensive plan to clean the Yamuna river and restore its ecological value and was assured of support for the initiative.
Delhi to implement 'Seechewal model' to clean Yamuna river
Punjab's 'Seechewal model' of river cleaning involves eco-friendly and natural processes to treat wastewater and sewage.
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