Victor Dasgupta | Jun 6, 2026, 7:22 AM IST
Boudh town in western Odisha was the hottest place in the state, recording a maximum temperature of 41.7 degrees Celsius. Sambalpur recorded a day temperature of 41.2 degrees Celsius, closely followed by Bhubaneswar and Angul at 41.1 degrees Celsius.
Hritika Mitra | Jun 3, 2026, 8:48 PM IST
Uttar Pradesh weather forecast: The weather office has predicted both heatwave and thunderstorm conditions in the state for Thursday (June 4). While the temperatures are set to take a soar in many regions, some others will witness a spell of rain along with thunderstorms. Check out the weather forecast here
Hritika Mitra | May 29, 2026, 4:44 PM IST
Delhi AC blast: Air conditioners catching fire has been on the rise in India, especially during the ongoing heatwave in the northern and central parts of the country. Here's a look at why AC units are catching fire and how to prevent them
Tahir Qureshi | May 27, 2026, 8:28 PM IST
Meteorologists warn that this situation could persist for several days or even weeks. Furthermore, the impact of this phenomenon is becoming increasingly dangerous due to climate change.
Abhijeet Sen | May 26, 2026, 9:17 PM IST
Discover why the "wet-bulb" effect is more dangerous than a standard heatwave and learn why this rising climate phenomenon poses a significant health risk to India.
Victor Dasgupta | May 26, 2026, 10:31 AM IST
Chilled drinking water and Oral Rehydration Salts (ORS) are being supplied at designated traffic points to prevent dehydration and exhaustion among field staff
Joy Pillai | May 25, 2026, 1:08 PM IST
The IMD has forecasted severe heatwave conditions over central and northwest India for the coming week.
Tahir Qureshi | May 24, 2026, 10:51 PM IST
The severe heatwave has hit not only the northern parts of the country but other areas too are stumbling under the weight of the severe heatwave.
Abhijeet Sen | May 22, 2026, 10:02 PM IST
The IMD has predicted that heavy rain and sudden hailstorms will lash multiple states on May 23 while a severe heat wave continues to scorch the northern and central plains.
Tahir Qureshi | May 22, 2026, 4:24 PM IST
The Ministry had projected that the peak electricity demand this summer would reach up to 270 GW. However, on Thursday, the demand surpassed this threshold.
Abhijeet Sen | May 22, 2026, 4:34 PM IST
Amid severe heatwave conditions and chronic pollution, Delhi Chief Minister Rekha Gupta has announced a major green initiative to transform the capital's microclimate.
Hritika Mitra | May 22, 2026, 5:03 AM IST
Nautapa is a phenomenon in Indian culture when one of the hottest phases of summer begins. This year it take place from May 25 till June 2. Here is all you need to know about it
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