Undoing the damage done by human beings to nature is not a novel idea any more, not in the face of climate change. But actual actions in this regard are rare.

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SALEM: Tirumanimutharu River that vivisects the city has become a major dump yard for garbage.

Shops and business establishments on the banks of the river dump their waste including plastics and used leaves, into it.
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BY RASHME SEHGAL
NEW DELHI

Jan. 13: Yamuna enjoys the distinction of being the most polluted river in the country.

The latest status of water quality in India 2007 released by the Central Pollution Control Board, ministry of environment and forests, observes that the total coliform and faecal coliform numbers are the highest in this river.

Mumbai: Environmentalists take a leaf out of Magsaysay winner

Mumbai: Mithi river, much abused by encroachment and pollution, is set to receive a fresh lease of life. In a bid to revive Mithi's pristine glory, a group of environmentalists from the city, inspired by Magsaysay Award-winning conservationist, Rajendra Singh, formed a core group, christened Mithi Sansad, with 60 members and a five-member coordination committee, for the purpose.

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PANJIM, JAN 5
Guidelines for location of industries on river banks have been framed and are referred to Task Force on Regional Plan, the Government said today.
The guidelines have been drafted by Goa State Pollution Control Board (GSPCB) on the direction of High Court in suo motto writ petition on water.

Waldhuni river polluted at its source: studyMumbai: Terror and drinking water may have little in common, but a group of citizens will soon attempt to channelise the collective spirit fortified since last month