Karnataka, which has faced an overall rain deficit of about 68%, will submit a report to the Centre only after a comprehensive ground situation survey by the district officials across the State, Chief Minister D.K. Shivakumar said on Sunday.

Chief Minister D.K. Shivakumar has called an emergency Cabinet meeting on Sunday to discuss the drought situation in Karnataka and the measures to be taken to manage it. This will…

Karnataka's Chief Minister has directed officials to prepare for drought conditions. He stressed protecting farmers and ensuring drinking water supply remains paramount. …