SC posts Karnataka plea against Centre’s choke on drought relief for detailed hearing after four weeks
5 months, 4 weeks ago

SC posts Karnataka plea against Centre’s choke on drought relief for detailed hearing after four weeks

The Hindu  

The Supreme Court on July 12 scheduled the hearing of a writ petition filed by the State of Karnataka seeking a direction to the Centre to release over ₹18,000 crore for drought relief under National Disaster Response Fund after four weeks. In an earlier hearing, the court had advised the Centre against entering into a “contest” with water-starved Karnataka over its request for drought relief. Recently, Tamil Nadu government had accused the Centre in the Supreme Court of treating the people of the State in a “step-motherly” fashion by delaying the release of disaster relief funds to the tune of nearly ₹38000 crore to help tide over the twin calamities of cyclone Michaung and unprecedented floods in the southern districts. Likewise, Kerala had filed a first-of-its-kind suit directly in the apex court, blaming the Centre of arbitrarily interfering in its net borrowing limits, pushing the State to the brink of a financial emergency.

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Centre, Karnataka should resolve issue related to drought aid: Supreme Court
1 month ago

Centre, Karnataka should resolve issue related to drought aid: Supreme Court

The Hindu  

The Supreme Court on Tuesday said the Centre and the Karnataka Government should resolve the issue of release of financial assistance from the National Disaster Response Fund to the State for drought management Attorney General R. Venkataramani, appearing for the Centre, told a Bench of Justices B.R. The Supreme Court was hearing a plea filed by the Karnataka Government seeking …

'By Now You Should Resolve It' : Supreme Court To Union In Karnataka Govt's Plea Alleging Denial Of Drought Relief
1 month ago

'By Now You Should Resolve It' : Supreme Court To Union In Karnataka Govt's Plea Alleging Denial Of Drought Relief

Live Law  

In a writ petition filed by the Karnataka government alleging that the Centre was denying it financial assistance for drought management, the Supreme Court today urged the Union of India to resolve the issue at its end. To recap, the State of Karnataka filed the present petition alleging that the Central Government was denying financial assistance to the state for …

Supreme Court tells Centre, Karnataka to resolve NDRF drought relief dispute
1 month ago

Supreme Court tells Centre, Karnataka to resolve NDRF drought relief dispute

India Today  

The Supreme Court on Tuesday urged the Centre and the Karnataka government to resolve their disagreement over releasing financial assistance from the National Disaster Response Fund for drought management. The apex court was hearing a plea filed by the Karnataka government seeking a direction to the Centre to release financial assistance from the NDRF to the state. Karnataka alleged the …

Centre's drought aid to Karnataka far less than what was asked for; SC to hear case in July
8 months ago

Centre's drought aid to Karnataka far less than what was asked for; SC to hear case in July

New Indian Express  

NEW DELHI: The Supreme Court said it will hear in July a plea filed by the Karnataka government seeking a direction to the Centre to release financial assistance from the National Disaster Response Fund to the state for drought management. The Karnataka government told the Supreme Court that the Centre's decision to release drought relief and rehabilitation of Rs 3,454 …

Around ₹3,400 crore released to Karnataka for drought management: Centre to SC
8 months, 1 week ago

Around ₹3,400 crore released to Karnataka for drought management: Centre to SC

Hindustan Times  

The Centre on Monday told the Supreme Court that around ₹3,400 crore has been released to the Karnataka government for drought management in the state. Around ₹ 3,400 crore released to Karnataka for drought management: Centre to SC A bench of Justices B R Gavai and Sandeep Mehta was hearing a plea filed by the Karnataka government seeking a direction …

Sidda, Congress protest over ‘insufficient’ funds
8 months, 1 week ago

Sidda, Congress protest over ‘insufficient’ funds

Hindustan Times  

Chief minister Siddaramaiah, deputy CM DK Shivakumar along with their cabinet colleagues and Congress leaders staged a protest in the Vidhana Soudha premises on Sunday against the insufficient amount released by the Centre as drought relief. Karnataka chief minister Siddaramaiah with AICC general secretary Randeep Singh Surjewala, ministers and other Congress leaders protest against the central government demanding the immediate …

Opposition contradicts Congress claim on drought relief
8 months, 1 week ago

Opposition contradicts Congress claim on drought relief

The Hindu  

A war of words over the quantum of drought relief released by the Centre to Karnataka ensued on Sunday, with the Opposition Janata Dal and BJP accusing the Congress of politicising the issue. Instead of misguiding people, the State government should reach the money to the beneficiaries efficiently,” the former Chief Minister H.D. In another press conference, Leader of the …

Siddaramaiah, D.K. Shivakumar stage dharna against ‘meagre’ drought relief released by Centre to Karnataka
8 months, 1 week ago

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

The Hindu  

Chief Minister Siddaramaiah and Deputy Chief Minister D.K. This followed the Centre’s assurance to Supreme Court based on a petition filed by the Karnataka government seeking early release of drought relief. Though Karnataka had requested drought relief in October, the Centre had not released the relief forcing the State Government to knock on the doors of Supreme Court. Relief is …

Siddaramaiah expresses gratitude to SC after Centre assures swift action for drought relief
8 months, 2 weeks ago

Siddaramaiah expresses gratitude to SC after Centre assures swift action for drought relief

Hindustan Times  

Chief Minister Siddaramaiah expressed gratitude towards the Supreme Court after the Centre assured swift action on Karnataka's drought relief plea stating that this is a milestone and a success in their long fight for justice and relief. READ | K Eshwarappa, expelled BJP leader, to contest election as non-party candidate "Thanks to the intervention of the Hon Supreme Court, the …

Shivakumar urges EC to direct Centre to release drought relief for Karnataka
9 months ago

Shivakumar urges EC to direct Centre to release drought relief for Karnataka

The Hindu  

Karnataka Deputy Chief Minister and Congress State president D.K. Shivakumar has appealed to the Election Commission to direct the Union government to release ₹4,663 crore from National Disaster Response Fund and additional support fund of ₹18,171 crore to the State to meet the severe drought situation. Citing the recent statement of Union Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman at a press conference …

CM accuses Centre for giving ‘false information’ to SC
9 months ago

CM accuses Centre for giving ‘false information’ to SC

Hindustan Times  

Hours after the Attorney General and the Solicitor General told the Supreme Court that they would get instructions from the Centre on the matter of drought relief, chief minister Siddaramaiah said that the Union government has submitted false information to the apex court, attempting to deceive it about the rightful drought relief that was due to the state. A statement …

This is not a ‘contest’, several States coming to court against Union, says Supreme Court
9 months ago

This is not a ‘contest’, several States coming to court against Union, says Supreme Court

The Hindu  

The Supreme Court said a steady stream of States are compelled to approach it against the Centre while cautioning the Union government against entering into a “contest” with water-starved Karnataka over its request for drought relief. Recently, the Tamil Nadu government accused the Centre in the Supreme Court of treating the people of the State in a “step-motherly” fashion by …

Karnataka's Plea In Supreme Court For Drought Relief : AG & SG Agree To Get Instructions From Union Govt
9 months ago

Karnataka's Plea In Supreme Court For Drought Relief : AG & SG Agree To Get Instructions From Union Govt

Live Law  

In a writ petition filed by the Karnataka government alleging that the Centre was denying it financial assistance for drought management, the Attorney General and the Solicitor General told the Supreme Court today that they would get instructions from the Union Government.The Bench of Justices BR Gavai and Sandeep Mehta, though initially inclined to issue formal notice to the Union, …

Centre rejects Karnataka’s ₹2,594-crore proposal under Sinchayee scheme for dry land irrigation
10 months, 2 weeks ago

Centre rejects Karnataka’s ₹2,594-crore proposal under Sinchayee scheme for dry land irrigation

The Hindu  

The Centre has rejected the Karnataka’s State government’s proposal for ₹2,594 crore under the Pradhan Mantri Krishi Sinchayee Yojane meant to benefit dry land areas in the State to extend irrigation coverage and increase water use efficiency. Bose Raju on Friday told the Legislative Council that the Centre has conveyed to the State that due to non-availability of funds, the …

Karnataka allocates Rs 895 crore for Drought Management Amidst Alarming Situation
1 year ago

Karnataka allocates Rs 895 crore for Drought Management Amidst Alarming Situation

Deccan Chronicle  

Belagavi: In response to the severe drought gripping the state, Revenue Minister Krishna Byre Gowda told the assembly on Monday that Rs 895 crore has been allocated for drought management in the accounts of deputy commissioners and tahsildars. During a debate on drought management, he revealed that despite a sowing target of 82.95 lakh hectares for the year, only 74 …

Karnataka Drought: SLBC urged to restructure loan repayment period
1 year, 1 month ago

Karnataka Drought: SLBC urged to restructure loan repayment period

Deccan Chronicle  

Belagavi: Agriculture Minister, N Chaluvaraya Swamy, on Tuesday said that the State Level Bankers Committee has been asked to restructure loan repayment periods in light of the prevailing drought conditions in the state. Responding to a calling attention motion presented by MLC K Govindaraj, Minister Swamy stated, "The SLBC has been directed to restructure the repayment duration of crop loans …

Karnataka hopeful of Centre acknowledging ‘green drought’
1 year, 3 months ago

Karnataka hopeful of Centre acknowledging ‘green drought’

The Hindu  

The Inter-ministerial Central Team wound up its tour of 13 drought-affected districts in Karnataka. Karnataka is hopeful that the Centre will acknowledge what it has termed as a ‘green drought’ this year, caused by erratic rainfall, damaging crop output. While the team is learnt to have expressed satisfaction over the drought memorandum matching ground realities, Revenue Minister Krishna Byre Gowda …

CM Siddaramaiah appeals for ₹4860 crore relief on drought, but actual loss is…
1 year, 3 months ago

CM Siddaramaiah appeals for ₹4860 crore relief on drought, but actual loss is…

Hindustan Times  

Karnataka Chief Minister Siddaramaiah on Friday said he has appealed for a compensation of ₹4860 crore from the central leadership amid a drought-like situation in several districts, however estimating the actual loss incurred by the state to be over ₹30,000 crore. This comes in the backdrop of the raging Cauvery river water sharing dispute with neighbouring state Tamil Nadu. The …

Drought Caused Rs 30K Crore Loss In Karnataka: Revenue Minister
1 year, 3 months ago

Drought Caused Rs 30K Crore Loss In Karnataka: Revenue Minister

Deccan Chronicle  

BENGALURU: The loss owing to drought in Karnataka is estimated to be Rs 30,000 crore, said Minister for Revenue Krishna Byregowda and stated that Karnataka is the first State in the country to declare drought affected areas this season while about 15 States also face deficit rainfall this season. At a press conference in Bengaluru after meeting Central team which …

Drought-hit taluks will be declared after July 15: Krishna Byre Gowda
1 year, 6 months ago

Drought-hit taluks will be declared after July 15: Krishna Byre Gowda

The Hindu  

The government will declare drought-hit taluks only after July 15 based on the rainfall till then, Revenue Minister Krishna Byre Gowda informed the Legislative Assembly on Thursday. In a reply to the issue raised by several members of the Congress and the BJP during the Zero Hour, Mr. Gowda said the monsoon had become active for the past few days …

Karnataka moves SC on Krishna river water dispute
2 years, 10 months ago

Karnataka moves SC on Krishna river water dispute

Deccan Chronicle  

New Delhi: The Karnataka government Friday moved the Supreme Court seeking setting up of a bench to hear a plea relating to the dispute over the allocation of water of Krishna river, flowing in states of Maharashtra, Karnataka, Andhra Pradesh, and Telangana, after two judges recused themselves on January 10. A bench comprising Justice D Y Chandrachud, hailing from Maharashtra, …

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