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Ministry of Jal Shakti pushes for scientific planning to secure rural drinking water

The Department of Drinking Water and Sanitation (DDWS), Ministry of Jal Shakti, held a virtual conference on 14 October 2026 to coordinate the Jal Jeevan Mission (JJM) 2.0 with the VB-G RAM G programme. The initiative aims to ensure the long-term sustainability of rural water sources through scientific planning and Gram Panchayat-led governance.

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Department of Drinking Water and Sanitation (DDWS), Ministry of Jal Shakti
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14 October 2026
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IMD launches new Decision Support System for cyclone and marine weather warnings

The India Meteorological Department (IMD) launched the Cyclone Warning and Marine Weather Services Decision Support System (DSS) on 12 October 2026. This interactive WebGIS-based platform provides critical information on cyclone tracks, intensity, wind, and rainfall to help disaster management authorities and the public make informed decisions.

Who it affects
general public, disaster management authorities, and government agencies
When · Where
From 1 October 2026: post-monsoon season (+2 more) · Several states
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India Meteorological Department (IMD)
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Press Information Bureau, pib.gov.in (Press releases)
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Dated
12 October 2026
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