CAUVERY ISSUE
Karnataka govt. to appeal against Cauvery panel directive on water release to Tamil Nadu
Karnataka Chief Minister Siddaramaiah announced plans to appeal against the Cauvery Water Regulation Committee's directive to release one tmcft of Cauvery river water daily to Tamil Nadu until the end of July. Despite the state's plea for deferment due to a 28% deficit in rainfall, the CWRC's decision prompted the decision for an appeal before the Cauvery Water Management Authority. Siddaramaiah emphasized unity across political parties in Karnataka on the water issue, scheduling an all-party meeting on July 14 to strategize the state's response.
Karnataka CM Siddaramaiah slams PM Modi over 'tech city to tanker city' remark
Training his guns at Modi, Siddaramaiah asserted that former Chief Minister B S Yediyurappa and some of his cabinet colleagues were jailed due to denotification and land grab cases during the BJP rule from 2008 to 2013. The CM also said that the previous BJP government allegedly collected '40 per cent commission' from contractors for executing projects.
Bengaluru govt fines 22 families Rs 5000 for over-using Cauvery water amid water crisis
Bengaluru has fined 22 families ₹5,000 each for using Cauvery water for non-essential activities during the water crisis. The Bangalore Water Supply and Sewerage Board (BWSSB) collected a total of ₹1.1 lakh in fines from these households, which were found to be using drinking water for activities like washing cars and gardening. The BWSSB has also issued regulations for the upcoming Holi celebrations, urging against the use of Cauvery or borewell water for festivities.
AIADMK manifesto promises Rs 3,000 monthly assistance to women
AIADMK's 2024 manifesto, led by Edappadi K Palaniswami, pledges Rs 3,000 monthly aid for women. It addresses various issues including Cauvery, Mekedatu dam, and promises infrastructure development like Chennai-Nagapattinam waterway.
DryLuru: India’s Silicon Valley either looking up at the skies or awaiting tankers for water
India’s technology city is either looking up at the skies or awaiting tankers for water. Since Cauvery alone cannot fulfill Bengaluru’s water needs, experts say the city needs an approach integrating multiple sources for long-term solutions. What happened earlier this month is just a warning.
Holi rain dance, pool party banned in Bengaluru amid water crisis
In the midst of Bengaluru's water crisis, the BWSSB has issued guidelines urging against using Cauvery or borewell water for Holi pool parties. Despite this, some hotels are planning such events. Chief Minister Siddaramaiah highlighted the city's severe water shortage and instructed officials to address it. Residents are opting for dry Holi celebrations, and the government is promoting rainwater harvesting. BWSSB emphasized the importance of water conservation and urged responsible water usage.
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India looks for new Bengalurus as its Silicon Valley goes downhill
Bengaluru's severe water crisis and traffic congestion are prompting tech giants to consider relocating from the $245 billion IT hub. The city's civic challenges may impact India's IT industry landscape, compelling companies to explore emerging cities.
Bengaluru bans use of drinking water for other purposes as water crisis rages
Karnataka Deputy Chief Minister DK Shivakumar has accused the BJP of playing politics with the water shortage issue in Bengaluru. He said the BJP should approach the central government and seek permission for the Mahadayi and Mekedaatu projects before protesting against the state government.
Former PM Deve Gowda vows to fight for Cauvery water till his last breath
At a press conference at the JD(S) party office here, he said only Modi has the power to solve the Cauvery water crisis which Karnataka is facing. "Only Narendra Modi, who is set to become Prime Minister again, can solve the Cauvery problem," the JS(S) supremo said.
"Rivers cannot be owned by any state": DMK's TKS Elangovan on Cauvery water row
Amidst protests in Tamil Nadu over the Cauvery water issue, DMK leader TKS Elangovan stated that rivers cannot be owned by any state and Karnataka must release water. The Central Water Commission and the Supreme Court should ensure that water is released as directed.
Karnataka files petition before Cauvery body seeking review of its order on water release to TN
The Karnataka government has filed a petition with the Cauvery Water Management Authority (CWMA) to review its order on releasing water to Tamil Nadu. The Deputy Chief Minister, D K Shivakumar, also stated that preparations are underway for the construction of the Mekedatu balancing reservoir.
Inflows into reservoirs in Karnataka's Cauvery basin are decreasing: DK Shivakumar
Karnataka's Deputy Chief Minister, DK Shivakumar, has stated that water inflows into the reservoirs in the Cauvery basin are decreasing. He emphasized that the water levels are just above half of what is required. Shivakumar also suggested that the agricultural department should consider not allowing the cultivation of crops in the Cauvery basin area due to the scarcity of water.
Edappadi K Palaniswami slams ruling DMK over Cauvery issue
The AIADMK general secretary also charged "puppet CM Stalin" with lacking any foresight, saying he released water from the Mettur Dam in Salem on June 12.
Recent rains enough for Tamil Nadu, no need to release so much water: DK Shivakumar
The deputy CM’s statement comes at a time when farmer and pro-Kannada organisations are ramping up protests against releasing Cauvery water to Tamil Nadu while Karnataka is undergoing through a water shortage crisis.
Karnataka bandh: Flights cancelled, city life halted yet again
The bandh, which comes within days after the previous one, has received widespread support from transport organisations, sandalwood stars and political parties. Theatres across the State have cancelled shows till evening, with the Karnataka Film Exhibitors Association backing the bandh.
BJP, JD(S) jointly stage protest against Congress govt for "failure" in handling Cauvery issue
The BJP and JD(S) held a joint protest against the Congress government in Karnataka over its handling of the Cauvery water issue. This protest marks the first event where leaders from both parties have come together since announcing an alliance for the upcoming Lok Sabha polls.
BJP leaders hold protest against Karnataka government over Cauvery water release
BJP leaders in Karnataka protested against the state government's release of Cauvery water to Tamil Nadu. Former CM BS Yediyurappa staged a sit-in against the government, calling the CM and deputy CM agents of Tamil Nadu. BJP MP Tejasvi Surya demanded that Karnataka stop water release to Tamil Nadu. The state home minister said the government would handle the issue, while the CM stated that the state will challenge the order in the Supreme Court. The Cauvery Water Regulation Committee had ordered Karnataka to release 3000 cusecs of water.
BJP MP urges Karnataka, Tamil Nadu CMs to meet, discuss Cauvery issue
BJP MP Lehar Singh Siroya has called on the Chief Ministers of Karnataka and Tamil Nadu to meet and address the ongoing Cauvery water-sharing dispute. Siroya urged the two leaders to view the issue as a humanitarian crisis and not a regional conflict. He stressed that there should be no scope for politics and rhetoric in the matter.
BJP, JD(S) politicising Cauvery issue, says Karnataka CM Siddaramaiah
CM Siddaramaiah reiterated the importance of the distress water sharing formula and the construction of a Mekedatu balancing reservoir across Cauvery river as the resolution for the dispute with neighbouring Tamil Nadu. The Bengaluru bandh called by farmers and Kannada organisations and backed by the BJP and JD(S) on Tuesday in protest against the release of Cauvery river water to Tamil Nadu evoked partial response, with most of the public services functioning normally, but many people staying indoors.
Cauvery Water Dispute: Deve Gowda urges PM Modi to set up external agency to study reservoirs in Cauvery basin
Former Prime Minister H D Deve Gowda has urged Prime Minister Narendra Modi to appoint an independent agency to conduct studies of all reservoirs in the Cauvery basin. Gowda highlighted the need for a distress formula applicable to all states involved in managing the Cauvery waters. He said the insufficient storage in the four reservoirs in Karnataka due to the failure of the monsoon, leading to difficulties in meeting drinking water and irrigation requirements.
TN causing 'unnecessary nuisance' over Cauvery river water sharing issue: Karnataka CM Siddaramaiah
The chief minister was responding to a question on BJP's criticism of his government for releasing Cauvery river water to Tamil Nadu, despite the river basin region in the state facing the threat of water scarcity due to deficit rainfall. Pointing out that Karnataka was not releasing water to Tamil Nadu with joy but because of the CWMA order, Siddaramaiah said the government is duty-bound to protect the interest of the state's farmers, and drinking water needs of Mysuru, Bengaluru, and several other districts.
Cauvery water row: BJP MP Tejaswi Surya accuses Karnataka government of negligence; says 'caught napping'
"The primary responsibility for ensuring parity and justice for the state before the Cauvery Water Management Authority as well as the Supreme Court lies primarily before the state government," Tejaswi Surya said while speaking to ANI.
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