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Stakeholders against scaling down Dasara as farmers call for low-key festival

Amidst calls to scale down Dasara, stakeholders debate pros/cons: some argue for low-key celebrations, while others suggest traditional festivities to aid local economy, generate jobs.

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Water release for two weeks from Malaprabha Dam starting today

Belagavi Officials to release water from Malaprabha Dam Thurs. to meet drinking water needs of downstream villages/towns. Minister Hebbalkar said water release will help farmers whose crops are drying up. DC Patil asked officials to release water keeping in mind storage till June 2024. MLA Konareddi demanded immediate water release…

The Hindu

Officials in Yadgir district told to tackle drought effectively

YadgirMinister directs officials to tackle drought, provide potable water. 195 taluks in State declared drought-hit, of which 161 severely, 34 moderately. 21 villages in district identified as problematic areas. 410 reverse osmosis plants, 214 functioning, 50 scrapped, repairs to be taken up. Fodder in stock to last 41 weeks. 1.66…

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Hold discussion on India-Canada diplomatic row in Parliament: NCP asks government

NCP MP Supriya Sule urges government to discuss India-Canada ties in special Parliament session. Raises issues of onion prices, inflation, drought, and Maharashtra, Maratha, Dhangar, Lingayat and Muslim reservation

The Hindu

Immediate aid and sustainable solutions: how the Red Cross is bringing relief to drought-stricken Kenya

Countries across sub-Saharan Africa are experiencing multiple, overlapping crises. In Kenya, where drought is affecting millions, the Red Cross has supported more than 200,000 people as part of its response – providing access to life-saving humanitarian support

The Guardian - UK

Central team will visit Mandya soon to assess drought: Minister

Minister N. Cheluvarayaswamy urges officers to coordinate & collate info on drought situation in Mandya. Drinking water distribution top priority; sinking of borewells only if necessary. Task force committees to be constituted soon. DC to engage officers in handling drought. MLAs to head task forces.

The Hindu

Climate action must respond to extreme weather driving health crisis, says WHO

Melting ice caps and rising sea levels are urgent but people care more about the floods, wildfires and droughts that are here now, New York summit hears

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'From mud to concrete' farmers feeling the El Nino heat

With drier and hotter weather patterns confirmed some Aussie farmers are already in drought.

AAP

Orioles GM Hits Beer Bong During Wild Clubhouse Celebration

It was a party worthy of snapping a seven-year playoff drought.

Sports Illustrated

Bitter taste of climate change: Drought diminishes China's tea yields, alters flavour

Climate change is disrupting China’s tea industry. The country is the world's leading producer of tea leaves, but this year, spring harvests fell by 20%, according to official figures. What’s more, the taste of the national beverage is also changing – the consequences of last summer’s drought. Lou Kisiela, Antoine…

France 24

Sepp Kuss brings back a GC victory – and likability – to US cycling

The 29-year-old ended a long American drought with victory in the Vuelta a España. And he did so with a very different style to his predecessors

The Guardian - US

KSDMA recommends drought mitigation steps for Kerala

Kerala initiates drought mitigation measures despite 6% reduction in monsoon deficit. 3R approach for water security, assessment of rainfall, water availability & temperature, infrastructural works, rain harvesting pits, and availability of drinking water to animals. IMD forecasts above normal rainfall till Sep 28, but monsoon likely to end as deficient…

The Hindu

Accessing drinking water ‘a battle’ in French overseas territory Mayotte

In response to the most severe drought Mayotte has experienced in decades, the French government and local authorities in the overseas territory are taking drastic measures to ensure inhabitants get basic access to water. The unprecedented shortage is pushing locals into desperation and mounting tensions at a time when Mayotte…

France 24

Karnataka awaits outcome of CWMA meeting scheduled today

Karnataka awaits CWMA outcome; BJP MP calls for talks b/w TN & Karnataka to ease tension. Karnataka opposes citing shortage for drinking & crops. BJP MP urges TN to consider Karnataka's water needs & suggests CMs meet to discuss situation.

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Sugarcane farmers seek loan waiver

Sugarcane farmers in Karnataka seek waiver on agri loans due to drought. Prolonged water stress affects crops, causing distress & financial hardship. Association demands ₹25K/acre relief & SAP announcement, else will stage indefinite dharna at Vidhana Soudha. Centre criticised for FRP increase & State for Cauvery issue. 10-member team to…

The Hindu

Get drought norms changed by Centre rather than indulge in politics: Karnataka CM to BJP

Chief Minister Siddaramaiah has urged the Opposition BJP to put pressure on the Centre to bring changes to the Manual for Drought Management 2016 (updated in 2020) for the declaration of drought by States rather than “indulge in politics” over it in the State.

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Soybean Prices Poised to Decline Further Into Their October Seasonal Lows

The USDA's Economic Research Service (ERS) reported that global soybean production is forecasted to reach 410.6 million metric tons for the 2023/24 season, an incredible crop year. Will this bumper crop year be enough to push soybean prices from their current levels to their typical seasonal low in October?

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Govt. officially declares 195 taluks as drought-hit in Karnataka

A day after the Cabinet panel’s meeting, the Karnataka government on Thursday issued an official order declaring 195 taluks in the State as drought-hit, including nine taluks surrounding the capital city.

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All taluks in Mysuru except K.R. Nagar declared drought-hit

Barring K.R. Nagar, all taluks in Mysuru district have been declared drought-affected, said Deputy Commissioner K.V. Rajendra.

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Start drought relief works immediately, Minister tells officials

Karnataka facing drought: Revenue Minister urges officials to take up relief measures, increase person days under MGNREGA, stop supply of fodder to other States, extend help to fodder farmers, submit report to Centre for NDRF assistance, clear tank encroachment, issue title deeds to revenue villages in 6 months.

The Independent UK

France sends the army to ensure water to drought-stricken Indian Ocean island of Mayotte

France is sending military forces to distribute water on the French Indian Ocean territory of Mayotte

The Independent UK

Spain records its third hottest summer since records began as a drought drags on

Spain has recorded its third hottest summer since official records began 62 years ago

The Hindu

Cabinet panel says 195 taluks are drought-hit in Karnataka

A total of 195 taluks out of the 236 in Karnataka will be declared as drought hit owing to deficient rainfall during the southwest monsoon.

The Hindu

Hampi Utsav postponed to February in view of drought

In view of the drought situation in Karnataka, the State government has decided to hold the world-famous Hampi Utsav in February next. Generally, the utsav is held in November.

The Conversation

Addis Ababa faces growing climate change risks like heat, drought and floods, study warns

Addis Ababa, Ethiopia’s capital city, will likely face increased heatwaves, droughts and severe flooding over the next 67 years. These changes will pose risks to public health and infrastructure. They’ll also be felt most acutely by the city’s most vulnerable residents: those living in informal settlements.

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