Rivers
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Which countries have no rivers and how do they survive without natural waterways
World | Nov 15, 2025, 02:45 PM ISTDespite lacking rivers, many of these countries, especially in the Middle East and island nations, have managed to sustain urban growth, agriculture, and daily life through technological innovation and careful water management.
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World Rivers Day 2025: 5 gorgeous Indian river destinations you should explore
Travel | Sep 27, 2025, 07:15 PM ISTFrom spiritual ghats to adventurous rapids, India’s rivers are not only lifelines of culture and spirituality but also stunning travel destinations. Here are some gorgeous Indian river destinations you should explore.
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World's most enthralling destinations to visit
Fashion | Jan 02, 2025, 08:30 AM ISTHere's our round-up of the world's greatest bucket list destinations we think you should visit at least once in your lifetime.
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Unexpected consequence of climate change? Rivers in Alaska are turning ORANGE. Here's why
World | May 31, 2024, 04:05 PM ISTA study by the National Park Service, the University of California at Davis and the US Geological Survey showed rivers at Alaska's Brooks Range turning orange. These findings have worrying implications for those communities who are reliant on this water for drinking or fishing.
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Several rivers flowing above danger level in Bihar; villagers forced to stay on roads
India | Jun 21, 2021, 02:46 PM ISTThe water level of Ganga river has increased from Buxar to Kahalgaon in Bhagalpur district. Besides Patna, in Munger water level rose 1.16 meter above danger mark, and by 1.10 meter in Bhagalpur.
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Rivers swell in J&K's Udhampur due to incessant rains
News | Aug 28, 2020, 12:58 PM ISTRivers in Jammu and Kashmir's Udhampur district are overflowing as the region has been receiving heavy rainfall from past few days.
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Right to Water Act: MP CM Kamal Nath has decided to revive 40 of the 300 rivers facing death
India | Aug 29, 2019, 05:42 PM ISTAccording to sources, these 40 rivers flow in 36 districts like Chhindwara, Neemuch, Agar-Malwa, Alirajpur, Chhatarpur, Seoni, Shahdol and Sheopur. While the draft 'Right to Water Act' is being finalised, as part of efforts to conserve water, the campaign to promote rain and groundwater conservation is also being intensified.
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J&K, Himachal Pradesh receive heavy rain, rivers flowing above danger mark
News | Jun 30, 2018, 07:23 AM ISTभारी बारिश की वजह से हिमाचल से कश्मीर तक बढ़ा सैलाब का खतरा
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Lashkar planning massive attack in India, may use rivers to sneak in India: Report
India | Nov 07, 2016, 01:48 PM ISTThe Lashkar-e-Taiba terrorists are now planning to sneak into the Indian territories through a different route.
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Inter-linking of rivers not feasible: Murli Manohar Joshi
National | May 11, 2016, 07:10 PM ISTNew Delhi: Inter-linking of rivers may not be feasible in most parts of the country as most rivers in India are already short of water, veteran BJP leader Murli Manohar Joshi said today. Joshi was
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Two rivers turn blue in Meghalaya, high acid content doubted
India | Nov 18, 2015, 04:49 PM ISTSonapyrdi (Meghalaya): At least two rivers in eastern Meghalaya have turned blue again apparently due to "high acid content", resulting in death of scores of fishes.The Lukha river in East Jaintia Hills district and certain
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Rains lash UP, several rivers flowing close to danger mark
India | Jul 23, 2013, 07:00 PM ISTLucknow, Jul 23: With south-west monsoon remaining normal and the state receiving moderate to heavy rain and thundershowers at some places with very heavy rains at isolated places, majority of rivers have registered an upward
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World's 10 most powerful rivers
World | Dec 16, 2012, 09:17 AM ISTNew Delhi: How many times have you gone to a riverside and stood watching it flow from a riverbank? What if S D Burman's soulful tunes start wafting across the river breeze making you drip
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Major rivers in UP flow above danger mark
India | Aug 05, 2012, 08:16 PM ISTLucknow, Aug 5: Major rivers in Uttar Pradesh have crossed the danger mark as monsoon remained active over the state bringing continuous rainfall in many areas.Rivers like Sharda and Ghagra have crossed the danger mark