Tamil Nadu News

Protests against Cauvery water release to Tamil Nadu continue in Karnataka, with a city-wide shutdown planned in Bengaluru on September 26. Kuruburu Shanthakumar, State President of the Sugarcane Growers' Association, is leading the protest, demanding an immediate halt to water release. He calls for unity and support from various sectors, including IT companies and the film industry.
 

The Tamil Nadu Forest Department is trying to send back Arikomban, the wild tusker that entered the inhabited area of Manjolai, Tamil Nadu, on September 20. The forest department has shared images of the wild tusker roaming in the Ooth Estate.

MLC Ravikumar criticized Karnataka's Congress-led government for prioritizing Cauvery water supply to Tamil Nadu over farmers' drinking water. He discussed BJP's plans to address these issues during a statewide tour, emphasizing potential alliances and concerns within the party and government.

A Tamil Nadu woman, Selvi, was arrested at Kollegala bus stand in Karnataka for stealing gold necklaces from women traveling under the 'Shakti Yojana' scheme. She used spiked juice to incapacitate victims. 57 grams of stolen gold were recovered, and she confessed to two thefts.

Karnataka has been directed by the Cauvery Water Regulatory Committee (CWRC) to release 5,000 cusecs of water to Tamil Nadu daily for 15 days, despite facing a severe drought. This decision has sparked protests in Karnataka due to concerns about dwindling water levels in the Krishnaraja Sagar reservoir, affecting local farmers. Tamil Nadu has insisted on receiving its allocated water, increasing the water-sharing dispute. The Supreme Court is scheduled to address this issue on September 21.

A stationed van fell on seven women when a goods lorry hit the van from behind on the Chennai-Bengaluru Highway (NH 44) at Sandaipalli village near Natrampalli town in Tirupattur district. All the seven women were killed on the spot.

The Supreme Court delays the Cauvery River water-sharing decision to September 21, causing anger. Protests erupt, with concerns about water depletion from the KRS reservoir. Critics blame the state government and legal experts and demand an assessment team. Multiple groups and individuals join demonstrations for a fair resolution.

Farmers and their children protest in Mandya against the diversion of Cauvery water to Tamil Nadu due to low rainfall, emphasizing the need to preserve the resource for future generations. They demand the cancellation of the water release order and urge assessment of Karnataka's reservoir conditions.

Karnataka's KRS reservoir faces a severe water shortage, with continuous releases to Tamil Nadu causing concerns about drinking water availability. Hemavati reservoir transfers water to KRS, but it risks a shortage. KRS is well below its capacity, and residents hope for rainfall to replenish it.

Controversy surrounds the inter-state metro project between Karnataka and Tamil Nadu as the latter begins a feasibility study amid opposition from Karnataka and Pro-Kannada groups. Tenders have been extended, and Phase 2 of 'Namma Metro' is almost complete. Debates center on potential benefits and land acquisition concerns.

Water flow from Krishnarajasagar Reservoir to Tamil Nadu has ceased due to the Karnataka-Tamil Nadu dispute. Over 11 days, 10 tmcf of water was released. Daily release reduced to 7654 cusecs. Reservoir storage dropped from 35.175 to 25.035 tmcft. Outrage followed Congress-led government's decision to release water, leading to protests. Drought impacts agriculture.

Supreme Court has postponed Tamil Nadu's plea on the Cauvery water dispute to September 1, deferring to the Cauvery River Water Management Authority. Karnataka faces drought, countering Tamil Nadu's request for water release. Dispute includes accusations of violations and rainfall deficits, while Karnataka diverts water despite challenges.

The proposal for Bangalore-Hosur Inter-State Metro Rail sparks controversy in Karnataka due to potential economic and industrial impacts on the state. Priyank Kharge expresses concern for Karnataka's interests and investment climate, while pro-Kannada groups oppose its extension to Tamil Nadu's Hosur.

Tamil Nadu petitions the Supreme Court over the ongoing Cauvery water dispute with Karnataka. The plea calls for adherence to previous rulings, releasing the remaining water shortfall. Karnataka Deputy Chief Minister emphasizes collaboration, considering rainfall for water release. Conflict resolution sought while maintaining water supply for both states.

Pro-Kannada organizations in Bengaluru oppose the proposed metro rail connection between Bommasandra and Hosur, fearing it may threaten Kannadigas' identity. They argue that extending the Bengaluru Metro into Tamil Nadu could lead to job competition and cultural concerns. Tensions between the two states further fuel the resistance.