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Managing the monsoon

Holes in the ground can protect crops from flooding, so why don’t more Indian farmers use them?

Wastewater Irrigation in Karnataka

Untreated wastewater often carries pathogens and other dangerous toxins, but many farmers continue to use this water for irrigation because it is the only source available to them.

Tushaar Shah speaks to Members of Indian Parliament

Tushaar Shah made a presentation to a group of 26 Members of Indian Parliament on the central government's core irrigation scheme.

Irrigation for the nation

How one Indian state is leading the way on farm water supply.

India’s Climate Challenge

Innovation in water-use can build community resilience
Payday for India’s first ever “sunshine farmer”

Payday for India’s first ever “sunshine farmer”

Scheme could protect water reserves, boost incomes and guard against climate change.

Fishing for pro-poor solutions in India

New policies are needed to support small-scale fish farmers.
PM Shri Narendra Modi

New Indian PM recognises IWMI contribution

New Delhi, 8 June. The recently elected Prime Minister of India, Shri Narendra Modi, mentions IWMI’s Tushaar Shah at the launch of the book...

World Water Day 2014: Water and Energy

Water and Energy For World Water Day 2014, IWMI Director General Jeremy Bird reflects on the interconnectedness of water and energy and how IWMI’s research...
Tushaar Shah receives the Water for Life Award 2014 from Michel Jarreau, Chair of UN-Water, at the United Nations University in Tokyo on Friday. Photo: UN Water

Indian water policy initiative receives World Water Day global award

Key insights into groundwater 'directly tackle the challenges' facing India’s water future