Ample rain to help Karnataka release Cauvery water to TN: DKS

DK Shivakumar confirmed Karnataka will release 1 tmcft of water daily to Tamil Nadu from July 12, complying with CWRA’s directive after heavy rains in Kodagu. KRS dam near capacity halts Ranganathittu Bird Sanctuary activities, issues red alert for homes along Cauvery. Farmers expect paddy sowing delay; Tamil Nadu seeks Supreme Court intervention; lakes being filled.