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After nod for Aluva plant, Kerala Water Authority reconsidering its pilot 10 MLD desalination project at Munambam

Desalination project, proposed by previous LDF govt, was envisaged as a solution to persistent drinking water crisis in coastal regions of Ernakulam district. A new 190 MLD Water Treatment Plant at Aluva has received administrative sanction

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Australia: Bystanders dive into floodwaters to save trapped driver

Two men plunged into raging floodwaters in Queensland, Australia, to save a driver from a sinking four-wheel-drive on Thursday. The dramatic rescue ended in an emotional embrace.

  • Two bystanders waded into floodwaters to rescue trapped driver
  • They opened rear door, allowing driver to escape sinking vehicle
  • No serious injuries reported in severe Morayfield flooding

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