Karnataka Floods

Karnataka Boy, Who Guided Ambulance During Floods, To Be Awarded On Republic Day

Offbeat | Sanya Jain | Friday January 24, 2020

A 12-year-old boy from Karnataka, who guided an ambulance across a submerged bridge, will be presented with the National Bravery Award on Republic Day.

First 100 Days Were Like An "Agni Pareeksha", Admits Karnataka Chief Minister BS Yediyurappa

Karnataka News | Written by Maya Sharma | Tuesday November 5, 2019

The BJP government in Karnataka has just completed 100 days in power, and the journey has been turbulent so far.

13 Dead In Karnataka Amid Fresh Flood Scare, Chief Minister Blames Stars

Karnataka News | Written by Maya Sharma | Wednesday October 23, 2019

Two months after the Karnataka floods left more than 80 people dead, the state was once again battered by heavy rainfall last week, claiming more lives, mostly in the northern region. At least 13 people have died in rain-related incidents since Friday, for which Chief Minister BS Yediyurappa reportedly blamed the stars.

"Our Stars Are Not Good": BS Yediyurappa As Rain Hits Karnataka Again

Karnataka News | Press Trust of India | Wednesday October 23, 2019

As rainfall hit the regions battered by floods two months ago, Karnataka Chief Minister BS Yediyurappa questioned whether the stars are to be blamed for nature's fury again.

Heavy Rain In North Karnataka Districts, "Orange Alert" Issued

Karnataka News | Written by Maya Sharma | Monday October 21, 2019

Karnataka is once again being hit by heavy rain and floods. Earlier this monsoon, in August, the state had seen devastation by floods that left 80 people dead - and there has barely been time to recover from that.

Took Steps Over Karnataka Floods "Beyond Limits": BS Yediyurappa

India News | Press Trust of India | Saturday October 12, 2019

Strongly defending his government's flood relief measures, Karnataka Chief Minister BS Yediyurappa on Friday said his administration has taken steps "beyond its limits".

Congress Hits Out At PM Modi, BS Yediyurappa Over Karnataka Flood Relief

Karnataka News | Press Trust of India | Friday October 11, 2019

Congress leader Siddaramaiah on Thursday tore into the BJP governments both at the Centre and in Karnataka over delay in flood relief and mocked at Chief Minister BS Yediyurappa, calling him an "unwanted child" of the party leadership.

Will Meet PM, Seek More Funds For Karnataka Flood Relief, Says BS Yediyurappa

Karnataka News | Press Trust of India | Sunday October 6, 2019

A day after the Centre sanctioned Rs 1,200 crore as initial relief for flood-hit Karnataka, Chief Minister BS Yediyurappa on Saturday said he would meet Prime Minister Narendra Modi and seek more funds.

BS Yediyurappa Thanks Centre For Rs 1,200 Crore Aid For Floods

India News | ANI | Saturday October 5, 2019

Chief Minister BS Yediyurappa on Friday thanked the Central government for the financial assistance of Rs 1,200 crores to the flood-hit Karnataka while Congress slammed the move calling it a ''humiliation'' to the people of the state.

Centre Announces Rs 1813 Crore Flood Relief For Karnataka, Bihar

India News | Press Trust of India | Friday October 4, 2019

The Centre on Friday approved an additional financial assistance of Rs 1813.75 crore to Karnataka and Bihar for the damages caused by the rains and floods in the two states, the Home Ministry said on Friday.

Central Funds For Flood To Be Released In Couple Of Days: BS Yediyurappa

Karnataka News | Press Trust of India | Wednesday October 2, 2019

Amid growing criticism against the delay in release of central funds for flood relief, Karnataka Chief Minister BS Yediyurappa on Wednesday said it would be released in a couple of days as Prime Minister Narendra Modi was aware of the situation.

"Wonder If Bihar's 40 Seats...": Karnataka Congress Leader On Flood Aid

India News | Edited by Chandrashekar Srinivasan | Tuesday October 1, 2019

PM Modi has been criticised for "gross apathy" towards southern Indian states ravaged by floods, with former Karnataka Deputy Chief Minister G Parameshwara wondering if Bihar's 12 extra Lok Sabha seats was why the North Indian state received speedier aid

BS Yeddyurappa Meets Amit Shah, Seeks Rs 2,000 Crore For Flood Relief

Karnataka News | Press Trust of India | Sunday September 22, 2019

Karnataka Chief Minister BS Yeddyurappa on Sunday met Union Home Minister Amit Shah and sought Rs 2,000 crore as urgent relief for the flood-affected state.

"Expecting Good News From Centre": BS Yediyurappa On Karnataka Floods

Karnataka News | Press Trust of India | Saturday September 7, 2019

Karnataka Chief Minister BS Yediyurappa on Saturday said some good news was in the offing from the Centre amid an outcry for central aid for effective relief work in the flood-hit areas of the state.

Top Court Notice To Centre On Funds For Flood Relief In Maharashtra, Karnataka

India News | Press Trust of India | Friday August 30, 2019

The Supreme Court on Friday sought the Centre's response on a plea seeking complete rehabilitation of flood-affected families of Sangli, Kolhapur and Satara districts of Maharashtra.