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Prime Minister Narendra Modi's visit to the Afsluitdijk dam in the Netherlands highlighted Dutch expertise in water management, relevant to India's ambitious Kalpasar Project. This mega-project aims to create a freshwater reservoir in Gujarat, addressing water scarcity and flood protection, mirroring the multi-functional Dutch approach to climate resilience.

The Bombay High Court has upheld the acquittal of 21 police officers and a civilian in the 2005 Sohrabuddin Shaikh fake encounter case. Appeals filed by Shaikh's brothers were dismissed, with the court finding the trial court's verdict reasoned and justified. The CBI had accepted the acquittal, not filing its own appeal.

Fire and rescue teams are intensively searching for the missing people.

Rescue teams continue a relentless search at Bargi Dam after a tourist boat capsized. The ninth body, a mother holding her child, was recovered, deeply affecting rescuers. The vessel sank rapidly after a sudden storm. Survivors recount chaos and lack of safety measures. Efforts are underway to locate more missing individuals feared trapped inside the wreckage.

A cruise boat capsized at Jabalpur's Bargi Dam on Thursday evening. The vessel was caught in a sudden storm with high winds. Nine people have died, and 22 were rescued. Officials are investigating the incident. The state government announced compensation for the families of the deceased.

The Bombay High Court upheld a trial court's acquittal of 21 police officers and others in the Sohrabuddin Shaikh, Kausar Bi, and Tulsiram Prajapati alleged fake encounter case. The court found the prosecution failed to establish abduction, conspiracy, or murder, deeming the evidence insufficient to overturn the initial verdict. Appeals by Shaikh's brothers were dismissed.

A recent cruise boat capsizing in Jabalpur's Bargi dam has sparked outrage over Madhya Pradesh Tourism's alleged safety negligence. Eyewitnesses reported a lack of life jackets and inadequate safety measures, echoing a similar near-disaster in Bhopal four years ago. Despite promises of reforms, inspections remain irregular, leaving tourists demanding accountability and stricter enforcement.

A cruise boat operated by the Madhya Pradesh tourism department capsized in Bargi Dam near Jabalpur, resulting in at least nine deaths. The vessel, carrying 43 passengers, overturned during a sudden, severe storm with high winds. Survivors allege life jackets were distributed only after the boat began sinking, raising questions about safety protocols.

A Delhi family's housewarming trip turned tragic in Madhya Pradesh. A cruise boat accident on the narmada river claimed three lives from the Massey family. The vessel capsized during a sudden storm. Survivors recounted moments of panic and a desperate search for life jackets. Relatives allege negligence by boat operators and authorities.

A sudden storm capsized a cruise boat on Jabalpur's Bargi Dam reservoir, claiming four lives and leaving 17 missing. The vessel, carrying 43 people, was caught in 60-70 kmph winds. Rescue efforts are ongoing, with survivors alleging delayed life jacket distribution amid the chaos. An inquiry has been ordered.

Approximately 11,000 litres of milk were poured into the narmada river in Madhya Pradesh's Sehore district following a 21-day 'Mahayajna'. Organizers stated the ritual was a prayer for clean river water, the well-being of pilgrims, and the prosperity of riverside communities. Thousands of devotees witnessed the symbolic offering on the final day of the event.

A massive religious ritual in Madhya Pradesh is trending online. Devotees offered 11,000 litres of milk at the Pataleshwar Mahadev Temple in Sehore district. The 21-day program concluded with a special ceremony for Maa Narmada. Large arrangements were made for the event, which included daily Mahahavan ceremonies and coconut offerings. The ritual has sparked widespread discussion about faith and scale.

Tragedy struck Mathura's Yamuna River as a boat carrying devotees capsized near Kesi Ghat. At least six lives were lost in the unfortunate incident that occurred Friday afternoon. Around 30 individuals were on two boats when one suddenly sank. Rescue efforts are actively ongoing to locate those still missing, with several already brought to safety.

Residents of Bharuch and Ankleshwar want another bridge built on narmada river so that they get reprieve from the regular traffic jams.They want the bridge to be built adjacent to the Golden Bridge.

In the wake of the Brijeshwari Annexe fire disaster, a survivor has stepped forward with a shocking assertion: it was an electric pole, not an EV charger, that sparked the inferno responsible for claiming eight lives. Citing administrative oversight and a delayed fire brigade response, he questions the adequacy of resources allocated to combat the flames.

Body of a 29-year-old man was found floating on narmada river water in Khalghat area on Monday morning.

The Narmda river continued to hover around the danger mark near Bharuch town on Tuesday following release of 9lakh cusec of water from the Sardar Sarovar Dam. Over 9,000 people have been shifted to safer places in Bharuch, Narmada and Vadodara districts over the past couple of days, said state government officials.

Narmada Jayanti, a Hindu festival, celebrates the narmada river. Observed on February 16, 2024, devotees take a holy bath, express gratitude, seek protection and wealth, make donations and charity, and perform puja rituals at temples along the riverbanks.