Drought
India
Indian state of Maharashtra declares drought across 85% of its districts’ subdivisions
Maharashtra Chief Minister Devendra Fadnavis announced on October 14 that drought now covers 305 of the state's 358 talukas and…
Environment
India: Maharashtra orders 10% water cut as drought declared in 265 talukas
Maharashtra has directed all municipal corporations, municipalities and gram panchayats to impose a minimum 10% water cut from October 16…
Agriculture
India: Karnataka drought hits 177 taluks, state seeks central aid
Karnataka has estimated drought losses of Rs 46,324.50 crore across 177 taluks and sought Rs 7,142.64 crore from the Centre's…