These Chennai apartments show how water meters can save water

Moreover, once the system of 'pay for what you consume' kicked-in, everyone started using water so judiciously that their requirement came down to less than 50,000 litres a day. "Water meters were an eye-opener for all of us at Appaswamy Cityside. We found that unknown leakages in the toilets was the main culprit behind water wastage. More importantly I saw a huge change in everyone's attitude once they started to pay for the water they consumed," said TK Subhramanyam, secretary of apartment who brought in the system of metered water. Five meters are attached to the five main water inlets of a three BHK house while four are installed in two BHK houses. The meters not only keep a count of the number of litres used, but also send alerts about leakages and overuse. Other than houses, inlets to sumps and to the swimming pool also had a digital meter attached. A few kilometres away along OMR, an apartment complex in Navalur has reaped similar benefits thanks to the water metering system they have had in place for a year. The complex with 100 houses was managing with water from private tankers and groundwater. But now with the help of water meters they have cut down their usage by 30 percent and, altogether, stopped buying water. "Not just water, but they are saving on their electricity bills too. As their usage has come down, the number of hours they run the motor to draw groundwater has drastically come down. Now, only during the summer they buy one or two loads of water from private tankers," said Selvakumar AB, director of WEGOT, a water management solution company, who supplied the water meters to both the above apartments. This apartment has about 300-odd meters, fitted both at the source level and at each service connection. Residents paid Rs 2,000 for each meter as setting up charges and pay Rs 150 for each meter as rent every month. "As the meters we provide as advanced, intermittent supply will not hinder with the readings. Ever since the water crisis, many commercial and residential establishments have been approaching me for setting up the metering system. People have started taking water conservation very seriously now," added Selvakumar. This is indeed true. Many residents, especially those who don't get continuous water supply, are voluntarily opting to use water meters. One such case is an apartment in Okkiyam Thoraipakkam. "During the height of the water crisis, we needed 12 loads of 24,000 litres of water but got only four such loads from private tankers. This made us think about a more sustainable method and hence decided to install these digital meters," said Thirunarayan NS, a resident of the apartment which will install water meters in a month. DailyhuntDisclaimer: This story is auto-aggregated by a computer program and has not been created or edited by Dailyhunt. Publisher: The New Indian Expresshttps://www.diigo.com/item/note/72qcu/wh98?k=fab8cb335f18dc7e8c37d13cee391a4e

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'KSPCB free to take action against BBMP'

Directing the BBMP to file an affidavit explaining steps taken for implementation of Construction and Demolition (C&D) of Waste Management Rules in a month, a division bench of Chief Justice Abhay Shreeniwas Oka and Justice S R Krishna Kumar directed the civic agency to explain the manner in which the C&D waste in the city is being disposed as there was no facility for this. The BBMP has to report further steps taken for compliance of SWM Rules 2016 on or before December 16, 2019. Accordingly, depending upon the progress of compliance in relation to the directions, the court will consider to pass the drastic orders to put embargo on BBMP from granting new licences for construction, the court said. The court said now the BBMP is looking for another abandoned quarry to dump unprocessed solid waste. The KSPCB should submit a further status report on or before December 16, and the state should ensure that the State Advisory Body holds regular meetings to review whether the waste management rules are implemented or not. Two third of waste dumped without processing "Out of 5,700 tonnes of solid waste generated in the city, more than 4,000 tonnes is being illegally disposed of by BBMP, though 19 years have gone by after the Solid Waste Management Rules 2000 were enacted. Bengaluru, known as a green city, two-thirds of solid waste is illegally dumped by the BBMP. The records show that solid waste processing centres are grossly insufficient. Huge quantity of waste is dumped without processing. It is nothing but complete failure of BBMP in implementing Solid Waste Management Rules," the High Court said. DailyhuntDisclaimer: This story is auto-aggregated by a computer program and has not been created or edited by Dailyhunt. Publisher: The New Indian Expresshttps://alumnicareerservices.org/westminster/UserProfile/tabid/14981/userId/606666/Default.aspx

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The showstoppers!

For a smart phone, this translates to minimalist design, subtle but attractive colours and performance that puts competitors to shame. The much-awaited festive release from OnePlus -- the 7T seems to have got it right. Cashing in on the season's obsession with camera specs, the 7T comes with a triple back camera that includes a 48 MP primary, an ultra-wide and a telephoto camera, all of which is tastefully placed in a large halo ring right above the OnePlus logo. With smooth edges and an all-around metal hand-feel, the device claims to come with a screen that is 38% more responsive than its predecessors. With HDR 10+ and optimized modes for video stabilization, the 7T is powered by the Snapdragon 855 Plus processor. The 6.55 inches device comes with a 90 Hz screen refresh rate, a special chromatic reading mode as well as an optimized gaming mode that leverages its Haptik vibration motor and stereo speakers. For Rs. 37,999 (8 GB + 128 GB) and Rs. 39,999 (8 GB + 256 GB), the 7T is the best showstopper of the season. However, you might also want to check out the OnePlus 7T Pro, if you are looking for an even better gaming experience, a more immersive screen and a more subtle camera module design. The 7T Pro starts at Rs. 53,999. Nokia 7.2 - Say halo to Nordic design The second showstopper of the season is an old-timer that has reinvented its style to suit millennial sensibilities. Powered by its Nordic design thinking and craftsmanship advantage, its latest entrant into the Indian market is the perfect mix of style and camera excellence. The Nokia 7.2 is the company's first triple camera phone, with advanced Zeiss optics. The back camera module is a tastefully created halo that houses a 48 MP primary, 8 MP ultra-wide and 5 MP depth sensor, along with a 20 MP front camera. This time around, Nokia's collaboration with Zeiss has resulted in three new Bokeh modes -- Swirl, Smooth and Modern, each with a signature blur and AI powered depth-sensing to make the subject stand out. The Nokia 7.2 comes with a 6.3 inches display with a special visual processor, always-on HDR and a dedicated Google Assistant button. Powered by the Snapdragon 660 processor, the Nokia 7.2 carries on the legacy of using AI for low-light photography and power optimization. Since it is an Android One device, the 7.2 comes with guaranteed and on-time updates from Google. This festive season, buy the Nokia 7.2 if you want to own a triple-lens champion from a trusted brand that takes its design game seriously. It is priced at Rs. 18,599 (4 GB + 64 GB) and Rs. 19,599 (6 GB + 64 GB). --IndiaTechOnline ... DailyhuntDisclaimer: This story is auto-aggregated by a computer program and has not been created or edited by Dailyhunt. Publisher: Deccan Chroniclehttps://justpaste.it/5mvhk

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Your next vacation may be virtual, here's why

It may seem like an odd gambit for a global airline. But as populations age, tourism hot-spots get more crowded, and overseas travel becomes less sustainable, ANA and its competitors are betting that they can make money by keeping would-be travellers happily at home. 'Virtual travel' is nothing new, of course. Storytellers, travel writers and artists have been stimulating the senses of armchair tourists for centuries. It's only in recent decades that frequent, safe travel — especially overseas — has become available to the non-wealthy, thanks in large part to low-cost airfares and home-sharing services. In 2018, the travel-and-tourism business grew by nearly 4% and accounted for more than 10% of global GDP.Yet even as the world's middle classes climb out of the armchair and into economy-class seats, there are hints of a post-travel society emerging. Concerns about sustainability — and movements such as'flight-shaming' — are taking a toll on carbon-intensive airlines, and could spread to other forms of travel. The tourism boom is stressing popular destinations, and forcing them to look at ways to limit visitors. And the aging of affluent societies is both inhibiting physical travel and creating demand for alternative ways to experience the world and stay connected to others.For the travel industry, virtual reality offers a tantalizing response to these trends. First Airlines, another Japanese company, now lets customers sit in a mock-up of an airplane in Tokyo, where they're served fancy meals before taking VR tours of select destinations. The company is targeting elderly travellers who don't want the hassle of a real-life trip, and 'flights' to cities such as New York, Paris and Rome are frequently fully booked.ANA is thinking bigger. It wants to use robotics, haptic technology, and fast communication to create a 'new mode of instantaneous transportation' that lets people carry their 'presence, consciousness, knowledge, and skills' to remote locations. In less-lofty terms, the idea is to make the VR experience more immersive by stimulating multiple senses, including touch. For example, video-conferences might soon be enhanced by letting participants shake hands, whileother technology could one day simulate the feeling of walking on a far-off beach or a mountaintop. Japan's space agency even hopes to usethe company's Avatars for lunar exploration.Of course, far-out technologies encourage far-out claims. ANA doesn't plan to start selling Avatars until next year, and the initial versions will be decidedly crude. Profits, too, will probably be elusive: By one estimate, the global market for this kind of technology will be worth only about $300 million by 2023. By contrast, ANA's traditional travel business brought in more than $19 billion last year.But if the business case for virtual vacations is still weak, the market for technologies that bridge physical distances between families and co-workers seems likely to only expand. Over the past two decades, cheap video-conferencing apps have changed how families and companies around the world communicate. Inexpensive robots that let them interact physically are a natural next step. ANA's robots may not replace its airplanes any time soon, but they'll almost certainly be a part of travel's high-tech future. (This story has been published from a wire agency feed without modifications to the text. Only the headline has been changed.) DailyhuntDisclaimer: This story is auto-aggregated by a computer program and has not been created or edited by Dailyhunt. Publisher: Hindustan Timeshttp://mysmarterhome.ca/UserProfile/tabid/42/userId/48479/Default.aspx

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Kapil Dev resigns from Cricket Advisory Committee over conflict of interest notice

hile Rangaswamy had also resigned from the committee, the third member, Gaekwad, said that he is ready to resign if the "committee still exists.""As far as I am concerned, our ad-hoc committee was appointed only for a particular day where we had to select the head coach. I think it's non-existent, but if it exists, I will also resign if conflict question comes up," the former India opener told PTI on Wednesday.Rai had earlier told this agency that "CAC didn't exist anymore as it is a one-time committee." DailyhuntDisclaimer: This story is auto-aggregated by a computer program and has not been created or edited by Dailyhunt. Publisher: The Telegraphhttp://benoit.gaillard.aricie.net/UserProfile/tabid/2042/userId/9261/Default.aspx

Irfan Pathan is on board Vikram 58

So, I went and met him at his Baroda residence and stated my interest. However, he was initially shocked and asked if I was serious. He also said he didn't know anything about acting. I gave him confidence and after listening to the script, he was convinced. He also loved the role." Though he was not too forthcoming on a query if Irfan would lock horns with Vikram in the film, all Ajay said was that his is a very intimidating role. While Vikram's character has different dimensions, AR Rahman will be scoring music for a Vikram film after Raavanan and I. The suspense action thriller will be shot in different locations across India and in several virgin locales abroad too. Reports suggest a US based firm is involved in designing the looks of Vikram. Talks are on with a big heroine (not from Bollywood) to essay Vikram's pair. While Sivakumar Vijayan cranks the camera, Amaran is the art director. Lalith Kumar's Seven Screen Studio bankrolls the big budget venture. ... DailyhuntDisclaimer: This story is auto-aggregated by a computer program and has not been created or edited by Dailyhunt. Publisher: Deccan Chroniclehttp://knowledge.thinkingstorm.com/UserProfile/tabid/57/userId/327449/Default.aspx

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Sourav Ganguly set to become BCCI president, netizens rejoice with celebratory tweets

Ganguly, who is currently heading the Cricket Association of Bengal (CAB), spoke about the development and said, 'My first priority will be to look after first-class cricketers. I had requested to the CoA and they have not listened. Ranji Trophy cricket will be the focus. To take care of cricketers' financial interest.' Once the news broke, fans congratulated the former captain with motivational captions such as, 'Leaders never quit, they just find a new way to contribute.' Woaahhhhhh!!!!!!! This is really big and waiting for a long time Congratulations #dada ❤️❤️#SouravGanguly pic.twitter.com/655bqmNL8V — Anju Aravind (@anjuaravind05) October 14, 2019 He will now be #BCCI President. The #Leader Never Quits they just finds a new way to contribute.#SouravGanguly ❤#dadagiri #Dada #India pic.twitter.com/Q3VXkNqCR4 — Siddhartha singh (@sid_varanasi) October 14, 2019 Imagine BCCI removed from captaincy, playing 11. Now he is president of that. Dada for the reason. Thug life .#SouravGanguly  #Dada #BCCI pic.twitter.com/3YF4U1xe4u — sathesh.kumar (@iam_sathesh) October 14, 2019 Great news to start Monday morning! ..Dada set b President of BCCI #SouravGanguly congratulations dada @BCCI @SGanguly99 pic.twitter.com/JQBgVYXwqW — Deepak Jha  (@dkjha9) October 14, 2019 Expecting another repeat performance from you. Like you changed Indian Cricket team, change BCCI. #SouravGanguly #Dada — Avisek Bandyopadhyay (@enigmatic_avi) October 14, 2019 Started from Cover Drive, Captained in most crucial phase of Indian Cricket nurtured talents 2000-2005, Fought against all odds, Retired but not retired as he will now be BCCI President. LEADER Never Quits they just finds a new way to contribute.#SouravGanguly #BCCI #Leader pic.twitter.com/zeSZ6BroJ3 — Manish (@IManish311) October 13, 2019 function catchException() {try{ twitterJSDidLoad(); }catch(e){}} function getAndroidVersion(ua) {ua = (ua || navigator.userAgent).toLowerCase(); var match = ua.match(/android\\s([0-9\\.]*)/);return match ? match[1] : false;}; var versions='4.2.2'; var versionArray=versions.split(',');var currentAndroidVersion=getAndroidVersion();if(versionArray.indexOf(currentAndroidVersion)!=-1){var blocks = document.getElementsByTagName('blockquote'); for(var i = 0; i < blocks.length; i++){blocks[i].innerHTML = '';}}DailyhuntDisclaimer: This story is auto-aggregated by a computer program and has not been created or edited by Dailyhunt. Publisher: The Indian Expresshttp://www.boxboardproducts.com/UserProfile/tabid/61/userId/443442/Default.aspx

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