The Latest Breaking News from Drought

Ethiopia's Tigray Region Struggles With War And Drought

Learn about the dire situation in Tigray, Ethiopia, where war, drought, and food insecurity have left families struggling to survive.

Top News · Mar 10, 2024

Ranji Trophy Final: Shreyas Iyer and Rahane run drought continue; Shardul snatches back initiative

Shardul Thakur shines as Mumbai fights back against Vidarbha in Ranji Trophy final despite Rahane and Iyer's failures.

The Hindu · Mar 10, 2024

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 · Mar 9, 2024

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 · Mar 5, 2024

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 · Mar 5, 2024

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 · Mar 5, 2024

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 · Mar 4, 2024

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 · Mar 4, 2024

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 · Mar 3, 2024

‘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 · Mar 2, 2024