Border Tensions in the Cauvery: A Federal Structure Under Siege A long standing water dispute between Karnataka and Tamil Nadu has taken a deadly turn in southern India's Cauvery Wildlife Sanctuary.
Three suspected poachers were killed by Karnataka forest personnel, sparking outrage among Tamil Nadu politicians who are demanding a high level probe into the incident.
Karnataka Chief Minister DK Shivakumar has drawn a firm line against external interference in his state's administration.