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Writ petition to SC seeks barrage in place of bridge across Krishna river

SC Advocate-on-Record D. Sivarami Reddy filed a KURNOOLA writ petition in SC, seeking direction to Govt. to construct a barrage at proposed site of cable bridge across Krishna river. This would address drinking & irrigation water needs of drought-prone Rayalaseema region. Centre proposed bridge as tourist spot, but AP parties…

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First the drought, then flood: Climate crisis compounds woes for Somalis

The shocks from a relentless climate crisis have upended the lives of millions in Somalia and the Horn of Africa region.

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Amazon region hit by trio of droughts in grim snapshot of the century to come

The Amazon is facing an unprecedented drought that is projected to continue affecting the region at least until mid-2024. The lowest water levels in 121 years of river-level records have been recorded in the city of Manaus. Vast areas of the Amazon River’s bed have been exposed, and more than…

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‘Everything is dry and very sad’: Lake Titicaca gripped by drought crisis

The waters of South America’s largest freshwater lake have severely receded leaving the Indigenous people around its shores struggling to maintain their livelihoods

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YSRCP has prostrated before the Centre, says CPI at 30-hour protest

CPI and other parties protest Union govt's decision on Krishna water redistribution and State govt's indifferent approach to drought. CPI's Narayana alleges YSRCP unable to question BJP/Centre. TDP, Amaravati JAC, Water Users' Association demand drought be declared national calamity, G.O. relating to Krishna water redistribution be withdrawn.

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Karnataka govt. to assist farmers in case of delay in Centre’s drought relief, says Minister

State govt. to support farmers if Centre delays drought relief funds; 224 taluks declared drought-affected; ₹18,000 crore sought from Centre; Minister for Agriculture N. Cheluvarayaswamy said State govt. will remain with farmers; ₹11 crore road development works launched in Mandya.

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BJP will raise crop loss compensation, farm loan waiver during winter session, says Leader of Opposition Ashok

Opposition Leader R. Ashok visits Kalaburagi, pledges to move motion in Belagavi winter session on crop loss comp. & loan waiver for farmers affected by drought. Admits hurdles in payment of comp., recalls initiatives to quickly gather data & pay relief. Encourages BJP workers to work hard for party's victory…

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Amid drought, a political slugfest in Karnataka

Drought in Karnataka: In Karnataka's drought-hit areas, political bickering has taken precedence over relief measures, with the Congress and Opposition in a war of words.

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End of a dream run: On the World Cup final

India’s ICC title drought since 2013 continues but there was no shame in the final as Australia, the better team won

The Hindu

Krishi Mela 2023 sees 15.60 lakh visitors; captures wallet share of ₹5 crore

Krishi Mela in Karnataka receives encouraging response from farmers despite drought-like situation. Farmers purchased items worth ₹5 crore and 150 farmers were honoured for their best practices. The crop museum showcased diverse technologies and on-the-field experience.

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CPI launches 30-hour protest against government inaction

CPI launched 30-hr protest against Centre's decision to redistribute Krishna River waters & State govt's 'indifferent approach' to drought. Speakers demanded compensation for affected farmers, CM's attention to drought, village-level assistance & contingency plans for drinking water. Centre urged to put plans to redistribute river waters on hold & accord…

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France begins massive handouts of bottled water in drought-stricken Mayotte

Months into an historic drought on the Indian Ocean islands of Mayotte, France is ramping up its distribution of bottled water. From Monday everyone on the archipelago – no longer just its most vulnerable residents – will be entitled to a one-litre bottle per day, in a vast operation that…

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Mega convention of farmers next month to seek fulfillment of various demands, including crop loan waiver

Karnataka Sugarcane Growers Association to host Bruhat Kisan Maha Panchayat in Bengaluru on Dec 23 to demand crop loan waiver, drought relief funds, MSP as per M.S. Swaminathan Committee, and fair and remunerative price for sugarcane. Farmers from neighboring States invited to show strength and pressure govt. to fulfill demands.

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Union Government not supporting drought relief efforts, says Karnataka CM

“We wrote to the Centre seeking approval for extension of MNREGA person days. But the Centre neither responded, nor provided approval. We wrote a letter seeking modification of NDRF norms to increase compensation to farmers, but there was no response. Over a month ago, the Centre sent a team of…

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Low-interest loans for farmers as drought grips NSW

NSW farmers struggling with drought will be able to apply for cheap loans under a $250 million state government program.

The Hindu

Farmers demand higher prices for sugarcane in the wake of drought, reduced yield

Farmers demand higher prices for sugarcane due to drought and reduced yield. Leaders urge State govt to ensure factories pay at least ₹4,000/tonne. Some suggest farmers be treated as shareholders in factories to share profits. Farmers willing to share profits & losses if they become shareholders.

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BJP lashes out at YSRCP government for leaving farmers in the lurch in drought-hit mandals in A.P.

BJP lashes out at YSRCP government for leaving farmers in the lurch in drought-hit mandals. The government has not prepared any contingency plan to mitigate drought, and it is unfortunate that Chief Minister Jagan Mohan Reddy is not ready to accept its prevalence in about 400 mandals, alleges BJP national…

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Declare all mandals in Prakasam drought-hit: Congress

Cong. urges YSRCP to declare 38 mandals in Prakasam drought-hit; provide relief to farmers. Eda Sudhakar Reddy laments govt's indifference to farmers' plight, urges release of compensation & interest-free loan of ₹1 lakh to raise crops afresh. Cong. pays homage to Indira Gandhi on her 106th birth anniversary.

Radio France Internationale

'Crisis upon crisis' as Kenya and Somalia go from drought to floods

Around 80 people in Kenya and Somalia have lost their lives in less than a month as a result of floods caused by heavy rains, which come on the heels of East Africa's worst drought in decades.

The Hindu

ICC World Cup finals | Key points: Australia outbat, outbowl, outfield India

Australia's grizzly-haired veterans dominated India in the World Cup final, restricting them to 240 all out. Rohit Sharma's strategy was to blunt the Aussies' new ball bowlers, but his innings ended with a running-diving catch. Australia's fielding was top-notch, forcing India to change their gung-ho approach. Shubman Gill and Shreyas…

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Sufficient funds available for Jal Jeevan Mission works, says Minister Buggana

Finance Minister Buggana Rajendranath Reddy said sufficient funds are available for Jal Jeevan Mission works. He urged local reps to get contractors to participate in tenders. He also said drought mandals will be announced based on rainfall, soil moisture, etc. He revealed 200 cusecs of water are taken daily from…

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Farmers air their grievances before Siddaramaiah

Karnataka farmers met CM Siddaramaiah to demand higher FRP, 10-hr electricity, drought relief funds. CM assured to uphold their interests, convene meeting of sugar mills & direct police to be more thoughtful. Delegation criticized govt's attitude similar to Union govt's anti-farmers stance.

The Hindu

Farmers in Anantapur urged to cultivate pulses to overcome drought conditions

In Anantapur, Joint Collector Ketan Garg suggested farmers cultivate pulses that consume less water due to poor rainfall. He encouraged farmers to stay away from crops like rice and maize that require more water. Field officials were tasked with educating farmers and promoting crops like ragi and korralu. Zilla Parishad…

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Drought-hit farmers in State lost crops worth ₹33,000 crore: Siddaramaiah

Farmers in Karnataka have incurred crop and harvest losses of a whopping ₹33,000 crore so far this year due to drought, erratic weather conditions, and other vagaries of nature, said Chief Minister Siddaramaiah here on Friday.

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