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Opposition contradicts Congress claim on drought relief

A war of words over the quantum of drought relief released by the Centre to Karnataka ensued on Sunday, with the Opposition Janata Dal (Secular) and BJP accusing the Congress of politicising the issue. They claimed the State had received less in Central assistance when the Congress was in power.

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After Lok Sabha polls phase II 'washout', desperate PM 'fear mongering': Congress

The Congress alleged that Prime Minister Narendra Modi is indulging in “fear mongering” as he is “desperate” after facing a “washout” in the second phase of the Lok Sabha polls.

The Hindu

Siddaramaiah, D.K. Shivakumar stage dharna against ‘meagre’ drought relief released by Centre to Karnataka

Karnataka drough relief: Congress leaders protest against Centre's 'meagre' drought relief, demand higher compensation for farmers.

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Drought could be 'nail in the coffin' for some farmers

A prolonged drought, soaring livestock production costs and uncertainty about the future of the live export trade could force some farmers off the land.

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Beavers are helping fight climate change, satellite data shows

As global warming intensifies droughts, floods and wildfires around the world, scientists in western United States are turning to beavers to help reverse some of the damage.

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Under a dry spell

65-year-old Chilaka Bhukya Bhai's daily struggle for water in drought-hit Andhra Pradesh village highlights severe water scarcity.

The Hindu

Repeated periods of heat and drought causing some trees to die – study

Researchers in the Netherlands find climate change is increasing vulnerability of some species

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Guarantee schemes will be continued even after the Lok Sabha elections, assures Karnataka Chief Minister

Chief Minister Siddaramaiah assures continuation of guarantee schemes post Lok Sabha elections, criticizes BJP's false claims and neglect towards Karnataka.

The Hindu

Best perennial plants for pots – 16 beautiful varieties for stunning container displays year after year

Choose the right perennial plants for pots and you can enjoy eye-catching combinations of color, texture and scent throughout summer and beyond

Homes & Gardens

Drought In Mexico Threatens Avocado Orchards And Lakes

Severe water crisis in Michoacan due to avocado farming leading to conflicts and environmental degradation.

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BJP is destroying India’s federal system, says Ajay Singh

Jewargi MLA criticizes BJP for unfair tax distribution, neglect of drought relief in Karnataka, harming federal system.

The Hindu

Here are the big stories from Karnataka today

Karnataka Today newsletter: CM Siddaramaiah offers condolence to Neha Hiremath’s father over phone, and more

The Hindu

Karnataka Chief Minister Siddaramaiah leads symbolic protest against delay in drought relief by Centre

Karnataka drought relief row: Karnataka CM Siddaramaiah protests against delay in drought relief from Centre, demands PM Modi and Home Minister Amit Shah to act.

The Hindu

Pre-poll meeting: Farmers seek revision in norms determining agricultural loan, drought and flood relief

The State Sugarcane Farmers’ Association and the Federation of State Farmers’ Association have called for revision in norms that determine crop loans and scientific assessment of flood and drought relief through NDRF and SDRF.

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Cava firm Freixenet to furlough 80% of its workers in Catalonia due to drought

Spanish-German company announces layoffs as conditions in north-eastern Spain hit grape production

Evening Standard

How climate change will transform London: a guide to the city in 10, 50 and 100 years

From flooding, drought and disease to total societal upheaval, Robbie Griffiths investigates the grim future that awaits our capital if global warming is allowed to continue

The Hindu

Centre seeks and gets a week from Supreme Court to do ’something’ about Karnataka’s drought worries

Attorney General updates Supreme Court on Karnataka drought relief discussions, awaiting Election Commission involvement by April 29.

The Guardian - AU

‘They just make you happy’: the Queensland farmers who took a chance on a million sunflowers

Battling drought, Jenny and Russell Jenner tore out their failing crops. Could fields of sunflowers for selfies save their Queensland farm?

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Upper Bhadra project is crucial, but farmers on the ground hardly know about the Centre-State row over it

Drought-stricken villages in Tumakuru/Chitradurga demand water from Upper Bhadra project amid political funding disputes, risking crop loss.

Latin Times

MLB's Latino of the night: Texas Ranger Adolis García snaps HR drought in win over the Detroit Tigers

No Rangers player has connected more home runs than Adolis García (102) since the start of the 2021 season

The Guardian - AU

Western Australia’s eucalypt forests fade to brown as century-old giant jarrahs die in heat and drought

Dead and dying shrubs and trees – some of which are found nowhere else on Earth – line more than 1,000km across the state’s south-west

International Business Times

Ecuador Hit By Power Cuts Of Up To 13 Hours Amid Drought

Parts of Ecuador were facing power cuts of up to 13 hours on Thursday amid an electricity crisis sparked by a drought that has left key hydroelectric reservoirs nearly depleted.

The Texas Tribune

South Texas farmers are in peril as the Rio Grande Valley runs dry — again

With the hottest days still ahead, local leaders have declared emergencies. And farmers are lobbying for the U.S. government to pressure Mexico to release water.

WEKU

What are 'orphan crops'? And why is there a new campaign to get them adopted?

The grass pea is one: a hardy crop that can thrive in a drought. An agriculturist is spearheading an effort to diversity what farmers grow as climate change threatens staples like corn and wheat.

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Texas Drought Threatens Agriculture Amid US-Mexico Water Dispute

Tensions over Rio Grande water treaty impact Texas agriculture. US and Mexico seek resolution for sustainable water supply.

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