Sandalwood actors Darshan, Sudeep express support for Cauvery River protests
Bengaluru: Amidst ongoing uproar over the silence of sandalwood actors over the Cauvery River issue, actors Darshan and Sudeep on Wednesday voiced their concerns in favour of the Kaveri protest.
Expressing concerns over sharing Cauvery water, actor Darshan wrote on X, formerly known as Twitter, “There has been a continuous attempt to source more water from Karnataka's share of Cauvery water. The state is experiencing severe water shortage this time. There is a lot of possibility of damage to the irrigated area, so let's consider all the statistics and let justice be done as soon as possible.''
Meanwhile, actor Sudeep, taking to the micro-blogging site, expressed, “Dear friends, our Cauvery is our right. I believe the government that has won with such a consensus will not abandon the people who trust the Cauvery River. I urge experts to shape a strategy and deliver justice. In the battle for land, water, and language, my voice is also present. Let Mother Cauvery protect Karnataka."
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What is Iran’s 10-point plan? Key demands ahead of US talks in Islamabad
Tehran/Islamabad: Iran has outlined a 10-point plan as the basis for upcoming talks with the United States, expected to begin in Islamabad on April 11, according to a statement from the Iranian Supreme National Security Council.
The plan lays out Tehran’s key political, military and economic demands, and is being seen as a framework for negotiations following the recent escalation in the region.
Strait of Hormuz at the centre
A major focus of the plan is the Strait of Hormuz, a critical global shipping route. Iran has proposed “controlled passage through the Strait of Hormuz in coordination with the Iranian armed forces,” which it says would give the country a unique economic and geopolitical position.
The plan also calls for the “establishment of a safe transit protocol” in the Strait that would guarantee Iran’s dominance under an agreed mechanism.
Call to end conflict
Iran has demanded “the necessity of ending the war against all elements of the axis of resistance,” signalling its expectation that hostilities should stop not only in Iran but also involving allied groups in the region.
US troop withdrawal
Another key demand is the “withdrawal of US combat forces from all bases and deployment points in the region,” indicating Tehran’s long-standing position against American military presence in West Asia.
Sanctions relief and compensation
The plan places strong emphasis on economic measures. It calls for “full payment of Iran’s damages according to estimates,” along with “the lifting of all primary and secondary sanctions and resolutions of the Board of Governors and the Security Council.”
It also seeks “the release of all Iranian assets and properties frozen abroad,” which have been a major point of contention for years.
Binding global guarantee
Finally, Iran has demanded that all these terms be formally recognised through “a binding Security Council resolution,” suggesting it wants international legal backing to ensure enforcement.
What this means
The 10-point plan reflects Iran’s broader push for security guarantees, economic relief and regional influence. The upcoming talks in Islamabad are expected to test how far both sides are willing to negotiate on these demands.
