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Karnataka Bandh 2026: Will schools, banks, offices, train, taxi, buses, markets remain closed? Here's all you should know

Karnataka Bandh 2026 will be observed on August 13 from 6 am to 6 pm over the Cauvery water dispute and demands linked to the Mekedatu, Mahadayi and Kalasa-Banduri projects. Schools, offices and essential services are expected to remain open, while transport, shops and inter-state travel may face disruptions.

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Cauvery water: Will not allow any project that adversely affects water sharing, says BJP TN spokesperson Narayanan Thirupathy

The BJP has assured all Cauvery basin states of strict adherence to the law. The party stands by the Union government's responsible position on the Mekedatu project. No project adversely affecting water sharing will be permitted by the CWMA. The Central government remains committed to equitable implementation of the Cauvery…

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Mekedatu dam row: File contempt case against Karnataka in SC, says AMMK chief Dhinakaran

AMMK chief T T V Dhinakaran has urged the Tamil Nadu government to initiate contempt proceedings against Karnataka for proceeding with Mekedatu dam construction, allegedly violating Supreme Court orders. He called for Chief Minister C Joseph Vijay to meet Prime Minister Narendra Modi to intervene and halt the unilateral work.

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Karnataka Minister Priyank Kharge dismisses TNCC's opposition to Mekedatu project, says "personal opinions don't matter"

"Whether it is me, you, or anyone else, we must proceed in accordance with the directions of the Supreme Court. They themselves have said that excess water is flowing into the sea. They have also said that Kannadigas can make productive use of that water. We will take whatever steps…

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Karnataka LoP questions CM Shivakumar's 'silence' over TN Cong warning against Mekedatu project

BJP leader R Ashoka slammed Karnataka CM D K Shivakumar for his silence on Tamil Nadu Congress' warning against the Mekedatu dam. Ashoka challenged Shivakumar to protest in Chennai, questioning if coalition politics in Tamil Nadu has made him fearful. He accused the Congress government of using the dam issue…

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PMK opposes new tribunal on Mekedatu dam issue, urges TN Government to withdraw proposal

PMK leader Anbumani Ramadoss has strongly opposed the Tamil Nadu Assembly's resolution seeking a tribunal for the Mekedatu dam issue. He warned that this move would jeopardize the state's legal rights and benefit Karnataka. Ramadoss urged the Chief Minister to remove the tribunal demand, stating that existing legal rulings favor…

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Tamil Nadu CM Vijay moves resolution in Assembly against Mekedatu dam; Congress, VCK extend support

The Tamil Nadu Legislative Assembly is set to pass a unanimous resolution today against the Karnataka government's proposal to construct a dam at Mekedatu across the Cauvery River.

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Mekedatu dam row: TVK mortgaged Tamil Nadu rights by offering RS seat to Congress, says BJP

The Bharatiya Janata Party has criticized the Tamil Nadu government. They allege the state's rights on the Mekedatu dam project were compromised. This happened by offering a Rajya Sabha seat to the Congress party. The BJP claims this move benefits the Congress and is a betrayal of Tamil Nadu's interests.

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What Really Happened In Vijay And Modi’s 20-Minute Talk?

Just weeks after taking charge as Tamil Nadu’s Chief Minister, actor-turned-politician Vijay walked into one of the country’s most closely watched political meetings. His first official meeting with Prime Minister Narendra Modi in Delhi lasted only 20 minutes, but the conversations inside carried massive political weight. From the explosive Mekedatu…

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Tamil Nadu CM Vijay opposes Mekedatu project, writes to PM Modi after SC nod to Karnataka

Tamil Nadu Chief Minister C. Joseph Vijay has appealed to Prime Minister Narendra Modi to halt Karnataka's Mekedatu Reservoir Project. Vijay stated the project violates Supreme Court rulings and the Cauvery Water Disputes Tribunal award. Farmers in Tamil Nadu are concerned about their water supply. Karnataka, however, views a recent…

The Economic Times

PMK urges Centre to reject Karnataka's Mekedatu dam DPR

PMK president Anbumani Ramadoss has urged the Centre to reject Karnataka’s Detailed Project Report (DPR) for the proposed Mekedatu dam, asserting that Tamil Nadu has every right to oppose the project. He warned that the dam could adversely affect irrigation and drinking water supplies for millions of people in Tamil…

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‘The Congress government in Karnataka will emerge stronger after elections’

Even as a perceived turf war is on between Deputy Chief Minister and Karnataka Congress president D.K. Shivakumar and Janata Dal (Secular) leader H.D. Kumaraswamy over leadership of the Vokkaliga community, the former says that he is not just “one community’s leader” but works on a larger canvas as a…

The Hindu

Congress demands assurance from Modi on granting clearances for irrigation, drinking water projects

Ahead of Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s visit to Karnataka on Sunday to campaign for the BJP-JD(S) candidates, the Congress has posed a bunch of questions to him related to denial of permissions and funds to irrigation projects, including Mekedatu, and sought answers from him.

The Hindu

HDK and DKS spar over Mekedatu and other irrigation projects

Political spat in Karnataka over Mekedatu reservoir project between D.K. Shivakumar and H.D. Kumaraswamy heats up.

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A bag full of wishes: Ahead of the Lok Sabha polls T.N. voters look for fulfillment of multiple demands

Tamil Nadu's key election issues include Cauvery water, farm profits, power tariffs, AIIMS, NEET, and industrial challenges.

The Hindu

Deve Gowda calls upon all political parties in Karnataka to put up a united fight for Mekedatu project to solve drinking water woes

Former Prime Minister H.D. Deve Gowda urges unity among Karnataka political parties for Mekedatu project, appealing to PM Modi for support.

The Hindu

DMK stand against Mekedatu in poll manifesto triggers political row in Karnataka

Congress had made Mekedatu a major issue in the May 2023 Assembly elections

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Farmers observe fast against Karnataka’s bid to build dam at Mekedatu

Farmers and members of the Coordination Committee of All Farmers’ Associations of Tamil Nadu observed a fast at Tiruvarur on Friday urging the State government to take up legal steps to prevent Karnataka government from going ahead with its proposal to build a dam across the Cauvery at Mekedatu.

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Palaniswami warns of stir against Karnataka, Tamil Nadu and Central govts. over Mekedatu

Edappadi K. Palaniswami criticizes DMK government for Mekedatu dam project, threatens agitation against Karnataka, Central, and Tamil Nadu governments.

The Hindu

CWC is better placed to decide on Mekedatu and Vennar projects, says CWMA chairman

ChennaiCauvery Water Management Authority defends decision to refer Vennar sub-basin and Mekedatu projects to Central Water Commission.

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Mekedatu imperative for Bengaluru’s water needs: HDD

Asserting that immediate permission should be given for the Mekedatu project to meet the growing demand for drinking water in Bengaluru, the former Prime Minister H.D. Deve Gowda said that it is crucial for Bengaluru’s water needs.

The Hindu

Mekedatu issue will be discussed at next meeting of CWMA: D.K. Shivakumar

Noting the Congress government’s proposal for implementation of the Mekedatu reservoir across the river Cauvery in Kanakapura constituency, Deputy Chief Minister and Water Resources Minister D.K. Shivakumar said the State officials have flagged the Mekedatu project before the 89th meeting of the Cauvery Water Management Authority (CWMA) and the issue would…

The Hindu

Govt. protecting farmers’ interests, says DKS; Opposition begs to differ

CWRC orders 3K cusecs for 15 days; BJP, JD(S) blame govt for “failure”; Shivakumar says farmers’ interest will be protected; Bommai, Kumaraswamy call order “big shock”; Shivakumar says Mekedatu is priority.

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Will protect Karnataka farmers’ interests despite Cauvery panel’s directions, says DKS

Karnataka Deputy CM Shivakumar assures farmers' interests will be protected despite CWRC's water release directions. Inflows to reservoirs are 8-10K cusecs/day, and rainfall will make up for any shortfall. State govt. is taking steps to provide alternative land for Mekedatu project. Power shortage due to drought, govt. taking steps to…

The Hindu

Mekedatu project is a remedy to Cauvery dispute between Karnataka, Tamil Nadu: Prasad

Chamarajnagar MP and former Union Minister V. Srinivas Prasad on Monday observed that Mekedatu project is the only solution to the Cauvery water sharing dispute between Karnataka and Tamil Nadu. Another dam for impounding surplus Cauvery water is the best possible solution to put an end to the dispute that…

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