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How Migratory Fish Navigate India's Rivers During the Monsoon Using a Biological Compass Science Is Still Mapping

The fish that reads the river like a mapThe Hilsa, Tenualosa ilisha, can detect a change in water salinity of less than 0.1 parts per thousand. That sensitivity is not incidental. It is the opening move in one of the most precise navigational performances in freshwater biology. Every monsoon, adult…

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Tamil Nadu to release Mettur Dam water for Delta irrigation from September 1

Tamil Nadu will release Mettur Dam water for 45 days starting September 1. This decision considers drinking and irrigation needs despite monsoon rainfall shortages. The Supreme Court directed Tamil Nadu to approach the Cauvery Water Management Authority. Karnataka has reportedly released water as directed by the authority previously. The court…

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Cauvery water management body upholds order for Karnataka to release 9,000 cusecs to Tamil Nadu

The Cauvery Water Management Authority upheld a directive for Karnataka to release water. Karnataka must ensure 9,000 cusecs flow to Tamil Nadu for fifteen days. This decision follows a Supreme Court direction to the Tamil Nadu government. The release is expected to benefit Kuruvai cultivation and drinking water needs. Officials…

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Cauvery Water Dispute: SC asks Tamil Nadu to approach CWMA over Karnataka's water release

The Supreme Court asked Tamil Nadu to raise its water dispute with the Cauvery Authority. Karnataka stated it had released water as directed by the Cauvery Water Management Authority. Tamil Nadu disputed this, claiming proportionate water was not released as directed. The court then asked Tamil Nadu to approach the…

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Karti Chidambaram defends Congress' national song stance, hits back at BJP

Karti Chidambaram defended the Congress party's stance on Vande Mataram. He stated the BJP need not cast aspersions on their nationalism. The leader also addressed actor Vijay's prime ministerial aspirations and Dhanush's political entry. He emphasized ensuring Tamil Nadu receives its due Cauvery water share.

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Cauvery water row: Protests intensify in Mandya over Tamil Nadu release

Farmers in Karnataka's Cauvery basin intensified protests on Thursday, opposing water release to Tamil Nadu. The Cauvery Water Management Authority ordered Karnataka to release water, which Tamil Nadu seeks to enforce. Protesters questioned the decision, citing low water levels in the KRS dam and drought conditions. Local leaders demanded a…

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Amit Shah chairs southern CMs conclave, Karnataka CM Shivakumar flags delimitation

Union Home Minister Amit Shah led a meeting of southern chief ministers. Karnataka CM DK Shivakumar raised the delimitation issue and women's reservation. Tamil Nadu CM MK Stalin and Kerala CM Pinarayi Vijayan had a key interaction. The Mekedatu dam project and Cauvery water sharing were also discussed. Southern states…

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Ensure compliance of CWMA directions on Cauvery water release to TN: Supreme Court to Karnataka

The Supreme Court has directed Karnataka to comply with the Cauvery Water Management Authority's water release order. Tamil Nadu claimed Karnataka was not releasing the mandated water for its farmers. Karnataka stated the picture projected before the court was extremely incorrect. The court posted the matter for August 24, seeking…

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Supreme Court to hear on Monday Tamil Nadu's plea for directions to Karnataka to release Cauvery water

The Supreme Court will hear Tamil Nadu's plea for Cauvery water release on Monday. Tamil Nadu seeks immediate release of its due share from Karnataka. The state government claims Karnataka is releasing significantly less water than allocated. Reservoir levels in Karnataka are sufficient to meet Tamil Nadu's water needs.

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Karnataka bandh against Cauvery water release to Tamil Nadu loses momentum

A Karnataka bandh against Cauvery water release saw protests in Mandya and detentions elsewhere. Major cities like Bengaluru remained largely unaffected as support for the bandh withdrew. Activist Vatal Nagaraj was taken into preventive custody before planned protests could begin. Farmers protested in Mandya, carrying empty pots and horse gram…

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Cauvery water war: Karnataka bandh brings a long-running feud to the fore again

In Karnataka, protests arose after the authorities ordered the state to release Tamil Nadu's share of Cauvery water. Karnataka has cited its own needs while taking issue with the comission's water-sharing order. TN, on its part, has dug in its heels too even as the issue with a long historical…

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Bangalore bandh today August 13: Will taxi, bus, metro, airport, rail service be affected? Check strike timings, areas and services that may be affected in Bengaluru

Bandh in Bangalore Today: Karnataka is observing a bandh on August 13 over the Cauvery water-sharing dispute. In Bengaluru, the impact is expected to be limited as several major organisations have not backed the shutdown. Check bandh timings, affected areas, transport services, schools, offices and the reason behind today's protest.

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Karnataka bandh August 13, 2026: What's open & what's closed? Full list of schools, buses, shops, offices and essential services

Karnataka bandh today August 13, 2026: On August 13, pro-Kannada groups are organising a statewide bandh to express their dissatisfaction over the unresolved Cauvery water dispute and delays in key irrigation projects. The shutdown is likely to disrupt public transport and businesses across the state. Meanwhile, unsettled monsoon conditions are…

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Cauvery water to Tamil Nadu: Karnataka to decide future course after SC hearing, says minister

Karnataka faces challenges releasing 12,000 cusecs of Cauvery water daily to Tamil Nadu. The state awaits a Supreme Court hearing to determine its future course of action. Officials discussed the matter with the Chief Minister and legal advocates in Delhi. Karnataka argues the requested water release is inappropriate given its…

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Cauvery water dispute: SC to hear on August 17 pleas urging direction to Karnataka to release water to Tamil Nadu

The Supreme Court will hear Tamil Nadu's plea on August 17. This hearing concerns Karnataka's compliance with Cauvery water release orders. The matter was postponed due to a judge's illness, which caused a delay. Tamil Nadu seeks enforcement of the Cauvery Water Management Authority's directives. The court aims to ensure…

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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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India's Beloved Mahseer Fish Is Vanishing From Its Rivers and Conservation Is Running Out of Time

A Fish That Held Sacred Status for CenturiesThe golden mahseer, Tor putitora, can grow to over 2.5 metres in length and weigh upward of 54 kilograms, numbers that sound implausible until you see one held up in a black-and-white photograph from the Ramganga or the Cauvery, dwarfing the men around…

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Tamil Nadu CM Vijay proposes Karnataka talks in first remarks over Cauvery row

Tamil Nadu's Chief Minister C Joseph Vijay has extended an olive branch to Karnataka regarding the Cauvery issue, underscoring the importance of dialogue. He steered clear of trivial political maneuvering, recalling the state's long-standing efforts dating back to 1969 in managing the conflict. Vijay insisted on a strong legal approach…

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"No need for all-party meeting on Mekedatu": Tamil Nadu CM Vijay says " will not compromise on the rights regarding the Cauvery water issue"

Tamil Nadu Chief Minister Vijay stated no all-party meeting is needed for the Mekedatu Dam issue. He assured the government will protect the state's Cauvery water rights. Opposition leader Udhayanidhi Stalin criticized the Chief Minister's stance and arrest. Stalin questioned the delay in convening an all-party meeting on the dispute.…

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DMK leader Udhayanidhi Stalin dismisses 'double-meaning' allegation, says he demanded release of Cauvery water

Former Deputy CM Udhayanidhi Stalin, released by police, refuted allegations of a "double-meaning" remark, stating his comments were "single meaning" and focused on demanding Cauvery water for Tamil Nadu farmers. He accused the Chief Minister of a diversionary tactic and dismissed the cases as false, criticizing his treatment by the…

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Stalin slams TVK govt over Udhayanidhi's arrest, warns 'arrogance leads to destruction'

DMK President M.K. Stalin condemned the TVK government's alleged arrogance and high-handedness. He demanded the immediate release of all detained DMK cadres across the state. Udhayanidhi Stalin's arrest followed his remarks during a Cauvery water dispute protest. The Madras High Court ordered Udhayanidhi Stalin's immediate release, which Stalin hailed. Stalin…

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Cauvery Dispute: Tamil Nadu moves Supreme Court against Karnataka over water release

The Tamil Nadu government on Monday moved the Supreme Court seeking directions to ensure the release of Cauvery water to the State, following the alleged failure of the Karnataka government to comply with the orders of the Cauvery Water Management Authority (CWMA) and the Cauvery Water Regulation Committee (CWRC).

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Karnataka CM DK Shivakumar holds high-level meet as Cauvery row intensifies

Karnataka Chief Minister reviewed the Cauvery water situation after recent authority orders. The Cauvery Water Management Authority directed Karnataka to release more water to Tamil Nadu. India's government returned the Mekedatu project report for revisions and compliance. The Supreme Court clarified states do not need consent for river structures. This…

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Karnataka to challenge CWRC order on Cauvery water release to Tamil Nadu

Karnataka will challenge the Cauvery Water Regulation Committee's directive. The state plans to appeal the order to release water to Tamil Nadu. Chief Minister DK Shivakumar stated that rain has not been favorable this year. Officials noted significantly lower water inflows into the state's reservoirs. Ensuring drinking water for residents…

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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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