Drought
(Search results - 48)IndiaMay 3, 2019, 4:48 PM IST
After astrologer’s advice, Kumaraswamy instructs temples to hold pujas for rains; BJP slams move
Based on his astrologer Dwarkanath’s advice, Karnataka chief minister Kumaraswamy has asked temples falling under the Muzrai department to hold special pujas to propitiate the rain god. However, such a move has only invited criticisms from the BJP, which feels it is nothing but a red herring to cover up failed loan waiver promises
IndiaApr 26, 2019, 11:53 AM IST
Andhra people say former MLA indulges in sand mafia leaving regions drought-hit
Illegal sand mining is taking place unabatedly at Prakasam district in Andhra Pradesh and authorities have turned a blind eye to it
PoliticsApr 5, 2019, 11:31 AM IST
HD Kumaraswamy failed to visit all drought-hit districts, RTI report reveals
With districts such as Chitradurga and Yadgiri facing severe water shortage, state chief minister had failed to visit such areas and provide alternatives for the people
IndiaJan 15, 2019, 5:01 PM IST
Happy Pongal 2019: Devotees wanting to take holy bath at Kudala Sangama river rush to water tap
Thanks to drought this year, the Kudala Sangama river has dried up and devotees aren't able to take a holy dip during Sankranti/Pongal. The water department arranged a different tap for the devotees to take bath.
IndiaJan 3, 2019, 7:34 PM IST
KRS dam overflowing, but Mandya still faces severe drought ahead of summer
With summer approaching fast, Karnataka might face acute water shortage this year too if proper planning is not done with immediate effect. Six taluks (sub-divisions) of Mandya have been declared drought-hit already.
IndiaDec 17, 2018, 3:17 PM IST
'Farmer's son' Kumaraswamy fails to stop farm distress; aggrieved march to Delhi for loan waiver
As the Karnataka government broke its promise on farm loan waivers mentioned by chief minister HD Kumaraswamy on waiving farm loans in 24 hours as soon as he takes the oath, Karnataka farmers especially in drought-hit districts of North Karnataka, accused HD Kumaraswamy, calling him an anti-farmer for coming up with lame excuses.
CricketDec 9, 2018, 2:20 PM IST
India vs Australia, 1st Test: Virat Kohli & Co just 6 wickets away from ending drought Down Under
Star Indian spinner Ravichandran Ashwin has been the main threat, targeting the footmarks to trouble Australia's inexperienced batting order. Ashwin and quick Mohammed Shami have two wickets apiece in the second innings
IndiaDec 4, 2018, 9:52 AM IST
If Rahul Gandhi agrees to build Ram Mandir in Ayodhya, I will agree he is a Hindu: Jagadish Shettar
Rahul Gandhi has a Christian mother and claims to be a Hindu. Let him say yes to the construction of Ram Mandir in Ayodhya, then we will believe he is a Hindu, said BJP leader Jagadish Shettar.
IndiaDec 2, 2018, 4:33 PM IST
Cabinet expansion: Siddaramaiah says no berth for Anand Nyamagouda, nobody is disappointed
Former Karnataka chief minister Siddaramaiah has clarified that there are only two MLAs from Bagalkot - Anand Nyamagouda and himself, and the former will not be inducted into the HD Kumaraswamy Cabinet
IndiaNov 28, 2018, 5:45 PM IST
One teacher, three students, no basic facilities: Government school faces closure in Karnataka
The reason for the drastic drop in the number of students is mass migration due to drought in the north Karnataka region.
IndiaNov 28, 2018, 9:18 AM IST
Officials turn drummers to coax people against migrating due to drought in Ballari
Officers were seen using thamate (a kind of drum) at night to persuade people from migrating to cities and promising employment in and around the villages.
IndiaNov 22, 2018, 11:00 AM IST
FootballNov 9, 2018, 11:20 AM IST
IndiaOct 19, 2018, 7:40 PM IST
Deficit rainfall: Kharif yield likely to drop by 30% in Amreli, Gujarat
The ongoing harvesting in Amreli district is pointing out at a drop of 30% in the yield of cotton and groundnut. Six of its 10 taluks (sub-division) have received less than 40% rainfall.
FootballOct 7, 2018, 1:06 PM IST