Tenkasi Traders Stage Bath Protest Over Falls Ban

Traders and communist parties in Tenkasi held a symbolic bath protest against restrictions on night bathing at Old Courtallam Falls and new entry fees, citing loss of livelihood and commercialisation.

NH-507 Blocked Near Sarigad Due to Landslides in Uttarkashi

National Highway NH-507 near Sarigad in Uttarkashi has been blocked due to continuous landslides. The administration halted vehicular movement as a safety precaution, with machinery deployed but operations pending until landslides cease.

Lightning Kills Two, Cows in Mysuru Region

Two individuals and several cows died after a lightning strike amid heavy rain in the Mysuru region of Karnataka. The incident occurred in a village, prompting officials to urge caution during thunderstorms.

Tenkasi Traders' Symbolic Bath Protests Falls Ban

Traders and communist parties in Tenkasi staged a symbolic bath outside the collectorate to protest restrictions on night bathing at Old Courtallam Falls and new entry fees, citing impact on tourism livelihoods.

Yamuna River Shrinks to a Trickle in Delhi, Raising Concerns

The Yamuna River has narrowed to a thin brownish stream at the Delhi-Haryana border, with exposed sandbanks and dry riverbeds allowing people to cross on foot. Experts warn of severe ecological damage due to low water flow and pollution.

Andhra Forms Task Force to Protect Godavari River

Andhra Pradesh government has constituted a high-level environment protection task force to monitor and prevent contamination in the Godavari and other major rivers ahead of the 2027 Pushkarams.

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