The Times of India

Cauvery flashpoint: DK Shivakumar asks Vijay to defer Bengaluru visit as Karnataka protests erupt

Karnataka's Chief Minister requested Tamil Nadu's CM to postpone his visit. Protests intensified across Karnataka over the Cauvery water release order. Tamil Nadu plans to approach the Supreme Court for its water share. Karnataka's government aims to protect state interests and the Mekedatu project. Both states' opposition parties increased pressure on their governments.