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India's June power consumption rises 11.6% on heatwave, delayed monsoonIndia's power consumption surged by 11.62% in June, reaching 166.46 billion units, driven by a severe heatwave and delayed monsoon. This pu...
Cement sector faces muted Q1 FY27 as heat, water scarcity hit demand: Ashika's Jyoti GuptaIndia's cement sector faces a subdued start to FY27, with extended heat and water scarcity dampening construction despite a delayed monsoon...
Noida, Greater Noida schools revise timings for Classes 1 to 8: Reason, new schedule, and the advisoryNoida and Greater Noida schools for Classes 1-8 are now operating on a reduced schedule, from 7 AM to 12 PM, due to persistent heat. This d...
In Graphics: Europe searches for ACs in soaring heatEurope’s severe heat wave is forcing many to finally consider home cooling, an idea they had long resisted for reasons ranging from socio-c...
Delhi peak power demand hits all-time high of 8,748 MW amid heatwave conditionsIn an extraordinary turn of events, Delhi's power consumption skyrocketed to an all-time high of 8,748 MW on Monday, driven by a relentless...
Europe heatwave: Indian couple in Paris wait 90 minutes to buy a ‘luxury’ fan, say people are fighting to get oneEurope heatwave: An Indian couple in Paris waited 90 minutes to buy a fan as extreme temperatures hit Europe, disrupting transport, infrast...
Extreme heat adds pressure to food supplies already hit by warMeteorologists warn of prolonged high temperatures due to El Niño, compounding climate change impacts and already high farming costs. This ...
IMD says wait for monsoon may be over in 5-6 days even as Delhi, UP reel under heatMonsoon is poised for a significant advance into northern states over the next five to six days, according to the IMD. Meanwhile, Delhi swe...
UP govt issues heatwave safety protocol for schoolsUttar Pradesh schools are now equipped to combat heatwaves with the 'Teachers' Guideline-2026'. Teachers will educate students on heat prot...
Bleak job market for H-1B returnees; Delhivery investors' exitLaid off tech workers from the US face an unprecedented job slump back home. This and more in today’s ETtech Morning Dispatch.
Maharashtra: BMC alerts citizens after IMD issues 3-hour Orange weather warningMumbai is bracing for more pre-monsoon showers as the BMC issued an Orange warning for thunderstorms, lightning and gusty winds. While thes...
'America, learn from India': US woman riding Mumbai Metro for the first time compares it to New York subwayAn American woman's first ride on the Mumbai Metro left her talking about much more than just getting from one station to another. From the...
India's thermal coal imports sink to a 4-year low as green energy reshapes demandIndia's thermal coal imports have reached a four-year low. This decline is attributed to higher domestic coal output and a significant rise...
FIFA World Cup 2026: Visa woes, high ticket prices, empty seats but a smooth startFIFA World Cup: Despite concerns over heat, transportation, and high ticket prices, the World Cup's opening days saw enthusiastic fan engag...
WEF names 100 tech pioneers for 2026: AI, Clean Energy and Deep Tech lead the chargeThe World Economic Forum has named 100 early-stage companies from 23 countries as its 2026 Technology Pioneers. Spanning AI infrastructure,...
Betting big on mid and smallcaps; largecaps most expensive on PEG basis, says Dinshaw IraniHelios Mutual Fund is shifting investments from large companies to mid and small companies. This move follows earnings growth trends where ...
BRICS+ agriculture beyond borders: Trade and resilience for a food-secure worldWith India’s leadership and BRICS+ cooperation, agriculture can become not only a source of food, but a foundation for resilience, prosperi...
India's EV penetration crosses 11% for first time as auto retail sales hit record in MayIndia's auto sales reached a record in May, growing 9.55 percent. Electric vehicle penetration surpassed 11 percent for the first time. Dea...
Forget ACs: This Delhi couple's home stays cool even in 45°C heat. Here's how they did it naturallyIn Delhi's sweltering heat, one couple's 40-year-old home stays cool without heavy AC reliance. Their residence utilizes traditional archit...
India's power consumption grows 11.55 pc to 164.98 bn units in MayIndia's power consumption rose significantly in May. Heat waves across the nation drove up the use of cooling appliances. This led to a rec...