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  • Kashmir faces extreme heatwave, air coolers sell like hot cakes

    Kashmir faces extreme heatwave, air coolers sell like hot cakes

    Kashmir is grappling with record temperatures, driving demand for affordable air coolers. Climate change, urbanization, and environmental degradation threaten the region’s economy, water resources, and agriculture

  • Summer Solstice 21 June 2025: What it means and how it changes our day

    Summer Solstice 21 June 2025: What it means and how it changes our day

    The Earth revolves around the Sun on a slanted axis. This is what causes variations in seasons and daylight hours.

  • Delhi records highest peak power demand of this summer on June 11

    Delhi records highest peak power demand of this summer on June 11

    This year, the peak power demand of Delhi is expected to cross 9,000 MW. In 2024, the national capital recorded an all-time high peak demand of 8,656 MW

  • May 2025 ranked second-hottest globally, EU data shows

    May 2025 ranked second-hottest globally, EU data shows

    May's average global temperature was 1.4°C higher than the 1850-1900 pre-industrial average. That figure pushes Earth further into the danger zone agreed upon in the Paris climate pact.

  • Heatwave To Continue Across North India For Four More Days, IMD Issues Alert For Delhi-NCR

    Heatwave To Continue Across North India For Four More Days, IMD Issues Alert For Delhi-NCR

    The India Meteorological Department (IMD) has issued heatwave warnings for Delhi and surrounding areas, forecasting temperatures to rise above 45°C. On Monday, Delhi’s Ayanagar recorded 45.3°C, while Sri Ganganagar in Rajasthan saw a scorching 47.3°C. Similar extreme heat is affecting Haryana and Punjab, with Sirsa at 46.4°C and Samrala at 46.1°C. The IMD expects continued heatwave conditions in northwest India over the next four days. Hot and humid weather is also impacting parts of Bihar, coastal Andhra Pradesh, and Gangetic West Bengal. Meanwhile, heavy rainfall is predicted for Assam, Meghalaya, and coastal Karnataka, providing a stark contrast to the north’s dry heat. Nighttime temperatures remain high in Delhi, Punjab, and Haryana, offering little relief. However, a shift in weather is expected in Delhi from Thursday, with light rain and thunderstorms anticipated. The IMD forecasts no heatwave-like conditions in the capital from Thursday until at least June 15.

  • Real-feel temperature shoots to 49 degree Celsius in Delhi; orange alert issued amid heatwave

    Real-feel temperature shoots to 49 degree Celsius in Delhi; orange alert issued amid heatwave

    The actual maximum temperature in the city touched 43.4 degrees Celsius on Monday, 3.4 degrees higher than the seasonal average

  • Heatwave risk soars across India, 76% of population affected: Report

    Heatwave risk soars across India, 76% of population affected: Report

    The report, published on Tuesday by the New Delhi-based Council on Energy, Environment and Water (CEEW) think tank, analysed climate, health, and infrastructure data to calculate a heat-risk score.

  • Healthy habits that protect your joints in summer, keep you moving

    Healthy habits that protect your joints in summer, keep you moving

    Summer is the time to move more and stay active. Joint pain doesn’t have to be part of this season. Here’s how with small steps and the right approach, you can stay active and comfortable during hotter months.

  • Heatwave Grips India: Temperatures Cross 45°C, IMD Issues Alerts Across Multiple States

    Heatwave Grips India: Temperatures Cross 45°C, IMD Issues Alerts Across Multiple States

    India faces a severe heatwave with temps surpassing 45°C. IMD issues alerts for Jharkhand, Telangana, Odisha, and Maharashtra. Stay safe with essential precautions.

  • Summer fatigue and dizziness: 1-minute heat hacks that actually work

    Summer fatigue and dizziness: 1-minute heat hacks that actually work

    How to prevent dizziness in summer: Overheating in summer can hit fast  and cause dizziness, fatigue, even fainting. Before it gets worse, try these 1-minute heat remedies to cool your body and regain balance instantly.

  • Labour Ministry asks states to safeguard workers from heatwave

    Labour Ministry asks states to safeguard workers from heatwave

    The states have been recommended to reschedule working hours to avoid peak heat times, ensure access to adequate drinking water for workers, provide shaded rest areas and ventilation or cooling at worksites, and make arrangements for conducting regular health check-ups.

  • Dust storms, light rain likely in Delhi; Rajasthan scorches at 45°C

    Dust storms, light rain likely in Delhi; Rajasthan scorches at 45°C

    The rain and gusty winds provided some relief from the heat in Delhi, where the maximum temperature reached 41 degrees Celsius

  • 7 herbs you need this summer to keep cool: Use mint, lemongrass, others to shield yourself from heatwave

    7 herbs you need this summer to keep cool: Use mint, lemongrass, others to shield yourself from heatwave

    When the heat feels unbearable, reach out for grandmother’s remedies. Here are 7 herbs that are easy to use, help to heal, and keep you cool. Add them to your meals, teas, or skincare routine and let nature help you stay chill this summer:

  • Herbal butter milk to ORS: Recharge your body for summer with these healthy, hydrating drinks

    Herbal butter milk to ORS: Recharge your body for summer with these healthy, hydrating drinks

    Healthy summer drinks to stay hydrated: Hydration in summer is about replenishing what your body truly needs. Drink sufficient water and understand how electrolytes, Vitamin C, and antioxidants play a role in keeping you energised and protected.

  • Heatwave alert: 9 tips to avoid heatstroke, stay healthy as temperature crosses 42°C

    Heatwave alert: 9 tips to avoid heatstroke, stay healthy as temperature crosses 42°C

    Vulnerable groups like the elderly, children, and those with preexisting health conditions are particularly at risk during extreme heat events.

  • Exclusive | Can’t be rushing through with nuclear energy laws: Union minister Jitender Singh

    Exclusive | Can’t be rushing through with nuclear energy laws: Union minister Jitender Singh

    The government is looking at models like IN-SPACe and the Bio-RIDE in the space and biotech sectors to involve private participation in nuclear power, Singh told Moneycontrol.

  • Delhi records high of 38.4 deg C; heatwave likely over next six days

    Delhi records high of 38.4 deg C; heatwave likely over next six days

    According to the six-day forecast issued by the India Meteorological Department (IMD), the national capital will experience heatwave conditions with the maximum temperature ranging between 39 and 42 degrees Celsius.

  • Summer skin care tips: Protect your skin from the sun, prevent pigmentation

    Summer skin care tips: Protect your skin from the sun, prevent pigmentation

    How to prevent pigmentation in summer: Sun-induced pigmentation can be managed and prevented with the right skincare routine and lifestyle habits. Here’s how sun protection, antioxidants, and avoiding  sun exposure can help you maintain healthy, even-toned skin.

  • Power Watch | Officials say enough power to meet Delhi's summer demand, but overload and local failures a key risk

    Power Watch | Officials say enough power to meet Delhi's summer demand, but overload and local failures a key risk

    Delhi’s peak power demand is expected to cross last year's record this summer, and the state government is preparing for network overload and other local factors. A Tata Power-DDL spokesperson said dedicated round-the-clock teams have been set up to attend breakdown and for supply restoration.

  • April-June to be hotter than usual, more heatwave days likely in many states, predicts IMD

    April-June to be hotter than usual, more heatwave days likely in many states, predicts IMD

    In April, most parts of India will likely witness higher-than-usual maximum temperatures.

  • India’s heat waves fuel air conditioner sales, defying consumer slowdown

    India’s heat waves fuel air conditioner sales, defying consumer slowdown

    Despite regular heat waves, very few Indian households have an air conditioner — just 10% compared with 68% of Chinese and 38% of Thai homes

  • Room ACs could contribute 120 GW to India's peak power demand by 2030: UC Berkeley study

    Room ACs could contribute 120 GW to India's peak power demand by 2030: UC Berkeley study

    The report also calls for updating AC test procedures to better reflect India's humid climate, where comfort depends not just on cooling but on moisture removal.

  • Power Watch: Ahead of another sweltering summer, Centre preparing thermal plants for a record peak demand

    Power Watch: Ahead of another sweltering summer, Centre preparing thermal plants for a record peak demand

    Coal stocks at domestic thermal power plants (TPPs) – a key indicator proportionate to India’s potential to generate electricity - is currently at a historic high of 54 million tonne (MT), according to Power Ministry.

  • Healthy summer drinks: 5 must-try recipes for cool, hydrating drinks to prevent heat stroke

    Healthy summer drinks: 5 must-try recipes for cool, hydrating drinks to prevent heat stroke

    Refreshing summer beverages: Want to stay cool in the summer heat, but don't want to keep drinking plain water throughout the day? Here are some refreshing beverages to complement your water intake and help keep you hydrated and energised.

  • Prevent heat exhaustion with these 8 simple nutritionist-approved tips

    Prevent heat exhaustion with these 8 simple nutritionist-approved tips

    Maintaining your health and hydration is crucial for combating summer heat. Here are some simple yet effective strategies suggested by a nutritionist to help protect yourself from heat exhaustion and ensure proper hydration during the summer.

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