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July 8, 2026 8:24 AM

Deadly heatwave hits US and Europe, claims hundreds of lives, shatters temperature records

A severe heatwave sweeping across the United States and Europe has emerged as one of the most devastating weather events of the year, claiming hundreds of lives, shattering temperature records and severely disrupting daily life. In the United States, extreme temperatures during the country's 250th Independence anniversary celebrations forced the cancellation of public events, overwhelmed hospitals and caused dozens of heat-related deaths across several states of the country. Meanwhile, Europe i...

June 28, 2026 4:07 PM

France records 1,000 excess deaths during record-breaking heatwave

France has recorded 1,000 excess deaths during the blistering heatwave sweeping Europe, the public health agency said on Sunday, warning that the true figure was likely to be higher. Detailing its preliminary count of excess deaths, Sante Publique said most of the fatalities involved older people and that it expected the mortality rate to rise as more information became available about deaths in residential care and homes. Europeans have been enduring blistering conditions during a heatwave th...

May 29, 2026 1:30 PM

IMD forecasts below-normal monsoon rainfall, above-normal heatwaves in June

The India Meteorological Department (IMD) on Friday forecast below-normal southwest monsoon rainfall across the country during the June-September 2026 season, while warning of above-normal heatwave conditions in several states during June. In its updated long-range monsoon outlook, the IMD said the country is likely to receive seasonal rainfall amounting to 90 per cent of the Long Period Average (LPA), with a model error margin of ±4 per cent. This places the monsoon in the “below normal” ...

May 27, 2026 12:20 PM

PM Modi urges citizens to take precautions amid soaring temperatures across India

Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Wednesday urged citizens across the country to take necessary precautions amid the intense heatwave conditions being witnessed in several parts of India. In a series of posts on X, the Prime Minister appealed to people to stay hydrated, carry water while stepping outdoors and extend help to others during the harsh weather conditions. “Different parts of India are witnessing soaring temperatures and the challenges that come with it. This heat is harsh on all of...

May 27, 2026 10:37 AM

IMD issues severe heatwave warning for Delhi-NCR, relief likely from May 29

The India Meteorological Department (IMD) has issued a two-day severe heatwave warning for the Delhi-NCR region, with the maximum temperature likely to touch 45 degrees Celsius on Wednesday. However, residents may get relief from the intense heat later this week as thunderstorms and rain are expected from May 29 onwards. According to the Met Department, the maximum temperature on Wednesday is expected to hover around 45 degrees Celsius, while the minimum temperature may remain close to 28 degre...

May 25, 2026 4:45 PM

Madhya Pradesh reels under heatwave as temperature climbs to 45.8 degrees; alerts issued for 25 districts

Madhya Pradesh is currently experiencing a severe heatwave, with maximum temperatures exceeding 45 degrees Celsius in various regions, prompting the weather department to issue alerts across 25 districts. According to the bulletin issued by the Meteorological Centre, Bhopal, western parts of the state recorded maximum temperatures between 42 and 44 degrees, while eastern parts saw 43-45 degrees. The highest temperature of 45.8 degrees was registered in both Khajuraho and Naugaon a day earlier...

May 24, 2026 9:35 AM

AIIMS doctor advises special care for pregnant women during heatwave

With temperatures soaring across different parts of the country, Dr. Anubhuti Rana, Associate Professor in the Department of Obstetrics and Gynaecology at All India Institute of Medical Sciences Delhi, said that heatwaves pose a serious risk to pregnant women. She urged expectant mothers to take special precautions during the prevailing weather conditions. Speaking to IANS, Dr. Rana said, “Pregnancy is already a special condition for women, as there is an increased demand on both the mother a...

May 19, 2026 10:22 AM

IMD issues yellow alert for heatwave in Delhi-NCR for next three days

The spell of intense heat across Delhi-NCR is steadily worsening, with the India Meteorological Department (IMD) issuing a yellow alert for severe heatwave conditions over the next three days. According to the latest forecast issued by the weather department, residents of Delhi-NCR are likely to face scorching temperatures, strong hot winds, and rising discomfort from May 19 to May 22. Delhi experienced its hottest day of the season on Monday, with temperatures nearing 44 degrees Celsius in se...

May 18, 2026 4:25 PM

Ayush Ministry issues heatwave advisory as temperatures soar across north India

Amid rising temperatures and intensifying heatwave conditions across several parts of the country, the Ministry of Ayush, in coordination with the Directorate General of Health Services (DGHS) under the Ministry of Health and Family Welfare (MoHFW), has issued a comprehensive public health advisory to help citizens protect themselves from extreme heat and heat-related illnesses. The advisory comes as the India Meteorological Department (IMD) forecast severe heat and dry weather across Delhi-NCR...

May 18, 2026 9:45 AM

Delhi-NCR braces for intense heatwave as temperatures may touch 45°C: IMD

Residents across Delhi-NCR are likely to face intense heatwave conditions over the next few days as temperatures continue to rise sharply across the region. The India Meteorological Department has forecast severe heat and dry weather till May 23, with daytime temperatures expected to range between 42 and 45 degrees Celsius. The weather department has issued a yellow alert for May 19 and 20, warning people about possible heatwave conditions and advising them to avoid unnecessary outdoor exposure...