India’s first census of waterbodies is a much awaited one but experts question the methodology; here is why

There is confusion regarding the definition of waterbodies used; there are also discrepancies about whether waterbodies are in rural or …

Tourism provides an opportunity for rural areas to reposition themselves, stem depopulation: Sandra Carvao

Down To Earth speaks with Sandra Carvao from the United Nations World Tourism Organization (UNWTO), on its unique initiative  

Consumer forum stays water privatisation in Khandwa

Town's municipal body asked to first address objections filed by residents

Welfare schemes benefited only a quarter of urban slums: NSSO

Over 30 per cent urban slums across India have no toilets or drainage facilities, in spite of funds being made available under JNNURM and other …

Panel calls for halt to water privatisation in Khandwa

Government committee says town municipality committed irregularities to favour private vendor Vishwaa Utilities; pressure builds to cancel contract