The Latest Breaking News from Krishna

What Idol Immersion Puts Into a River: Plaster, Lead Paint, and the Fish Downstream

The chemistry of a submerged idolPlaster of Paris is calcium sulphate hemihydrate. When it enters water, it does not dissolve the way salt does. It absorbs water, hardens briefly, then breaks into fine particulate matter that suspends in the water column and settles into the riverbed. A study published in…

Times Life · Sep 23

Why Rivers Are Seen as Living Goddesses Beside Hindu Temples?

There is something almost familiar about an old temple beside a river. You see people entering the temple with flowers in their hands, while others are sitting quietly near the water. Some take a holy dip, some offer prayers and some simply spend a few peaceful minutes by the river.…

MyLifeXP · Sep 15

Andhra implements Rs 20,884-cr irrigation works to strengthen Rayalaseema's water security: CM

Andhra Pradesh is investing Rs 20,884 crore in irrigation projects across Rayalaseema. These initiatives aim to enhance water security and modernise existing irrigation infrastructure. The Handri-Neeva Sujala Sravanthi project is a central focus, carrying Krishna waters to tail-end areas. Works are also progressing on Galeru-Nagari and Telugu Ganga projects for…

The Economic Times · Jul 21

Fearing heatwaves senior citizens vote in first hour in many booths

Voters brave heatwaves to cast ballots early in NTR and Krishna districts, with high turnout reported.

The Hindu · May 13, 2024

Congress got Krishna and Godavari waters to Hyderabad: Revanth

Congress got Krishna and Godavari waters to Hyderabad: Revanth

The Hindu · May 4, 2024

Fisherman dies after being caught in his own net

38-year-old fisherman drowns in river Krishna in Belagavi, caught in own net; police investigate tragic incident.

The Hindu · May 2, 2024

KCR hurt Telangana’s interests on Krishna waters, colluding with Jagan: Uttam

Irrigation Minister accuses KCR of favoring Andhra Pradesh over Telangana in Krishna water distribution, causing long-term damage.

The Hindu · Apr 24, 2024

Kannada organisations want Karnataka, Maharashtra to resolve stalemate over water exchange agreement

Belagavi Kannada organizations urge Karnataka and Maharashtra to resolve Krishna basin water exchange agreement to combat water scarcity.

The Hindu · Apr 3, 2024

Jagan Mohan Reddy inaugurates flood protection wall, riverfront park along the Krishna

Chief Minister Y.S. Jagan Mohan Reddy inaugurates riverfront park and sewage treatment plants in Vijayawada, emphasizing development initiatives.

The Hindu · Mar 12, 2024

Children connect with nature on Krishna river bank

AWARA organises engaging activities for children to connect with nature on the banks of Krishna river in Vijayawada.

The Hindu · Mar 3, 2024