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Farmers stage protest at KRS dam over proposed trial blasts

Farmers gathered at KRS reservoir near here in the wake of the arrival of a team of experts from Central Institute of Mining and Fuel Research (CIMFR) in Dhanbad to prepare the ground for proposed trial blasts in the vicinity of the reservoir.

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Water level at KRS dam in Karnataka at five-year low for February

From 2019 to 2023, the water level in the reservoir as on February 28 always hovered above the 100 ft mark. But this year, on February 28, the water level was 90.23 feet.

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Mandya MP stands by farmers in their opposition to trial blasts in vicinity of KRS dam

Mandya MP Sumalatha Ambareesh has decided to stand by the farmers of Pandavapura and Srirangapatna taluks, who have strongly opposed the move by the district administration to conduct trial blasts in the vicinity of KRS reservoir.

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Cauvery pact: a controversial journey

On the 33rd anniversary of the 1892 Agreement, the two parties entered into a fresh agreement at Fort St. George, Madras, on February 18, 1924, which even today remains the last such understanding between the two States. A.R. Banerji, Mysore Dewan, and P. Hawkins, Public Works Department’s Secretary of Madras,…

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Hale Unduwadi drinking water project for Mysuru expected to be commissioned in a year

The Hale Unduwadi drinking water project near Mysuru is expected to be commissioned in a year, supplying water to various areas.

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Mandya officials told to clear lake encroachments

Deputy Commissioner of Mandya directs officials to clear lake encroachments, enforce ban on quarrying around KRS dam.

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Karnataka High Court bans all mining activity within 20 km radius of KRS dam near Mysuru

Karnataka HC bans mining activity within 20-km of KRS dam. Ban will apply even on existing mining licences, and will be in force till statutory study on dam safety is conducted by expert body

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Cauvery water release from KRS, Kabini reservoirs continue in compliance with CWMA directives

Amid protests, Karnataka continues to release water from Cauvery basin reservoirs as per CWMA directives. Outflow from KRS is 6034 cusecs, incl. 2503 cusecs for irrigation in Karnataka. Discharge to TN is 2973 cusecs, plus 2500 cusecs from Kabini reservoir, totalling 5473 cusecs. KRS level is 96.90 ft, Kabini 2275.01…

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Cauvery row: Farmers’ outfit stages road blockade in Mysuru alleging clandestine release of water to T.N.

Farmers in Mysuru protest against water release to TN; police intervene and arrest them. Farmers allege State govt. is betraying them by releasing water clandestinely. Federation of Karnataka Farmers' Association president calls for Minister's replacement and urges State to reject CWMA's direction. Outflow from KRS and Kabini reservoirs shown to…

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BWSSB writes to Cauvery Neeravari Nigam to prioritise drinking water needs of Bengaluru

BWSSB seeks 2.42 tmcft of water from Kabini, KRS reservoirs for Bengaluru to avert drinking water shortage.

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Cauvery: Farmers shift protest from KRS to Srirangapatna as rate of water release comes down

Karnataka has reduced outflow from KRS dam to 3,302 cusecs. Farmers shifted protest from dam site to Srirangapatana, awaiting CWMA decision post-Sept 12 & State govt's reaction. Karnataka released more than 5,000 cusecs as per CWMA directives & will wait for further action.

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Release of Cauvery water triggers farmers protest at KRS

KRRS farmers protest release of Cauvery water to TN. Led by Badagalpura Nagendra, 150 farmers assembled near KRS for day & night sit-in. MLA Darshan Puttanaiah & Kannada activists support protest. Farmers demand more water to save standing crops & distress formula. Kurubur Shanthakumar suggests Mekedatu Project to benefit both…

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Gruha Lakshmi launch: Traffic restrictions announced around Maharaja’s College grounds in Mysuru

Mysuru City Police has imposed traffic restrictions on roads near Maharaja's College Grounds for the launch of Gruha Lakshmi scheme on Aug 30. About 1 lakh people are expected to attend the event. Movement of vehicles and parking prohibited 8am-6pm on roads incl. Krishnaraja Boulevard, Hunsur Road, MUDA junction, Rotary…

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Cauvery dispute: Supreme Court Bench to hear Tamil Nadu’s plea on August 25

Supreme Court to hear Tamil Nadu plea for Cauvery water release on August 25. TN seeks 24,000 cusecs for standing crops, Karnataka to make good 28.849 TMC water shortfall. TN urges SC to direct Karnataka to ensure stipulated releases for September 2023 and to ensure 10,000 cusecs from KRS and…

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KRS breaches 100-ft mark, thanks to copious rain in Kodagu; Kabini inching closer to attaining full reservoir level

KRS water level crosses 100-ft mark due to heavy rain in Kodagu catchment area; inflow rate 48,025 cusecs; outflow 5,449 cusecs; live storage 22.81 tmcft; 46% of gross capacity; rain forecast to abate by Saturday.

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Signs of monsoon revival: Storage position in Cauvery basin reservoirs still an area of concern

Monsoon revival in Cauvery basin brings hope of increased storage in major reservoirs, but current levels remain low. Harangi nearing full capacity of 8.50 tmc ft, KRS 17.05 tmc ft (34%), Hemavathi 19.75 tmc ft (53%), Kabini 2,275.49 ft (FRL 2,284 ft). Cumulative storage of four major dams in basin…

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Sufficient water to last through June in Cauvery basin dams

Though it may appear to be alarming that the water level is dipping fast and could herald a crisis, authorities have dispelled fears of drinking water scarcity in any of the towns and cities including Bengaluru and Mysuru which depend on KRS and Kabini to meet their requirement.

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Was a rhino killed in Botswana’s Khama Rhino Sanctuary?

Officials deny the multiple reports that a white rhino was killed and dehorned within the sanctuary’s borders

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Get set for the adrenalin rush this Dasara in Mysuru

Dasara adventure sports from today; water sports at KRS backwaters

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After month-long closure, Ranganathittu Bird Sanctuary reopens

Boating also resumes; sanctuary was closed for tourists as it was heavily flooded due to heavy discharge from KRS last month

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CM urged not to allow mining near KRS dam site

Don’t take any decision on allowing mining based on the report of trial blasts, Sumalatha writes to Bommai

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CM offers bagina at KRS, says dam’s crest gates replacement to be completed within 18 months

Promises funds to beautify KRS and Brindavan Gardens

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Botanical garden work at Kabini dam to start this year: CM Bommai

Modernisation of irrigation canals of all major dams, including KRS, Kabini and Hemavathy, to be taken up on priority, he said

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CM to offer ‘bagina’ to KRS, Kabini dams on July 20

KRS has reached its full storage capacity in a short span of time

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