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The Latest Breaking News from Drought

Statewide farmers’ protest on March 12

Karnataka farmers to protest in solidarity with Delhi counterparts, demand MSP, water, and relief from drought crisis.

The Hindu

Western States Propose Water Cuts To Save Colorado River

Three Western states propose water cuts to preserve the Colorado River in response to ongoing drought conditions.

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Contact numbers for drinking water woes in Chamarajanagar district

The general public in Chamarajanagar district have been urged to contact the Disaster Management Cell set up by the district administration to tackle the drought situation.

The Hindu

Ashok says Nasir Hussain should submit his resignation immediately

Leader of Opposition demands resignation of Rajya Sabha member for Pro-Pakistan slogans, accuses Congress of appeasement politics.

The Hindu

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Model Code of Conduct will not affect drought relief work, officials told

Deputy Commissioner K.V. Rajendra apprised the officials of the district administration that the Model Code of Conduct for the forthcoming Lok Sabha elections will not be an impediment to carrying out drought relief works.

The Hindu

Government committed to farmers’ welfare, says Eknath Shinde

Maharashtra CM Eknath Shinde highlights government schemes to double farmers' income, emphasizing support during challenges like drought.

The Hindu

Winter drought threatens livelihoods in Himalayas amid lack of snow

This winter, the Himalayan region on the Indian side experienced record high temperatures and an unprecedented drought. With almost no snowfall, this January was the hottest and driest in 43 years. Meteorologists say temperatures in recent months have been up to eight degrees above normal. Climate change is also leading…

France 24

Artificial Glaciers Stave Off Drought In Kyrgyzstan

In the Tian-Shan mountains of Kyrgyzstan, villagers have made an artificial glacier to provide water for their drought-hit farms.

International Business Times

‘It makes me so sad’: church reemerges from reservoir as Spain faces droughts

Increased evaporation, shorter rainy seasons and less mountain snow cover are set to worsen water crises in the western Mediterranean

The Guardian - UK

Ranji Trophy Semi-final: Mumbai, Tamil Nadu set for blockbuster contest

MUMBAI: A batsman itching to prove his worth after being sidelined, a reputed coach in domestic cricket keen to prove a point against his former team, a veteran batsman struggling with perhaps his worst form ever and two teams fired up to end their Ranji Trophy drought.

The Times of India

Wildfires ravage cattle country, threatening Texas’ agriculture economy

Texas wildfires have consumed acres of agricultural land, killing thousands of livestock, destroying crops and exacerbating challenges lingering from last year’s drought.

The Texas Tribune

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Maclaren's goal drought only adds to City's ALM misery

Aurelio Vidmar says Melbourne City must get their act together to save their A-League Men season amid Jamie Maclaren's goal drought.

The Hindu

Drought shrinks inland fisheries output by over 30%

The severe drought this year has hit inland fisheries hard across the State as tanks and lakes are drying up. Officials in the Directorate of Fisheries say both production and sowing of inland fish have reduced by around 30% this year. Across the districts, fish production target reached only 65%…

The Hindu

BJP leaders say State government has failed on all fronts

Ameen Reddy Patil Yalagi, president of the District unit of the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP), has alleged that the State government has failed in all fronts, particularly in addressing farmer issues and drought.

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Zambia Declares National Disaster Due To Severe Drought

Zambia faces national disaster as severe drought impacts food production and electricity generation, requiring urgent action and international assistance.

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The Hindu

Private member Bill on cloud seedings gets Assembly nod

The Legislative Assembly on Thursday unanimously approved the Karnataka Cloud Seeding Bill, 2024, a private member Bill, for carrying out cloud seeding to mitigate drought.

The Guardian - UK

Risotto crisis: the fight to save Italy’s beloved dish from extinction

After drought devastated prized arborio and carnaroli harvests in the Po valley, new rice varieties offer a glimmer of hope. But none are yet suitable for use in the traditional recipe

Motorsport

Ducati "in no hurry" to re-sign Bagnaia beyond MotoGP 2024

The Italian snapped a 15-year title drought for Ducati in 2022 when he beat Yamaha’s Fabio Quartararo to the championship, marking the Italian brand’s first since 2007.

Autosport

Ducati “in no hurry” to re-sign Bagnaia beyond MotoGP 2024

The Italian snapped a 15-year title drought for Ducati in 2022 when he beat Yamaha’s Fabio Quartararo to the championship, marking the Italian brand’s first since 2007.

Evening Standard

Easter egg prices set to rise as cost of chocolate soars, expert warns

The price of cocoa has gone up partly due to drought in West Africa

International Business Times

Oil Spills Pile On Pressure For Iraq's Farmers

Iraq enjoys tremendous oil wealth but many hard-scrabble farmers in the north say crude spills have contaminated their lands, piling on pressure as they already battle drought.

LiveScience

Mexico City could be just months away from running out of drinking water

Record droughts have been draining Mexico City's aquifers faster than they can be replenished, placing the city at risk of severe water shortages.

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