waterways

Ayodhya to be connected with waterways soon, Yogi Adityanath govt announces ambitious plan

A state government spokesman said, "Thousands of years ago, the princess of Ayodhya travelled to Korea through waterways. Taking a cue, the state government will now explore options to connect Ayodhya with waterways through the Saryu and Ghaghra rivers which flow through the temple town."

Dec 26, 2021, 10:41 AM IST

Bengal to replace or upgrade 15,000 semi-mechanised ferries

West Bengal on Tuesday sought participation of boat manufacturers from different states in its bid to replace or upgrade nearly 15,000 semi-mechanised ferries plying in the state's waterways.

Jun 06, 2017, 16:39 PM IST

World Rivers Day: Celebration highlights plight of Yamuna!

With many of the world's rivers facing severe and increasing threats associated with climate change, pollution, and industrial development, over 70 countries are taking part in this year’s celebrations.

Sep 25, 2016, 04:28 AM IST

World Rivers Day 2016: 10 ways you can help save waterways!

We all know that rivers are an important natural resource playing a critical role in many aspects of human life. Besides being valuable sources of water, these water bodies – rivers and lakes – are valuable features of our natural landscape.

Sep 25, 2016, 03:55 AM IST

Monster-sized goldfish a menace, says Australian researcher

Stephen Beatty from the school of Veterinary and Life Sciences at Perth's Murdoch University said on Tuesday that goldfish released into the waterways have grown to over 1 kg, with the largest weighing at 1.9 kg.

Aug 16, 2016, 12:32 PM IST

Maruti to transport vehicles on water!

After Hyundai opened up car transport through coastal waterways earlier this year, India’s largest car manufacturer Maruti Suzuki India Limited, is now planning to execute India’s pilot project for vehicle transport using inland waterways. 

Jul 29, 2016, 10:59 AM IST

Water metro proposed to start on Hindon river

Building water metro on hindon river has been proposed. Take a look.

Jan 23, 2016, 12:03 PM IST

After Myanmar, new waterways in offing to link India, Bangladesh

After Myanmar, India has kicked off the process to open new waterways with Bangladesh, a move that would facilitate the movement of people, goods and machinery between them and hugely help land-locked northeastern India.

Oct 27, 2015, 15:05 PM IST

Bill for converting 101 rivers into waterways in next session

Keen on promoting water transport, the government will introduce a bill in the upcoming monsoon session of Parliament that seeks to convert 101 rivers across the country into waterways.

Jul 05, 2015, 11:35 AM IST