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...
03 Jun, 2026, 03.38 PM IST
Megacity heatwaves are now a fatal nightmareCities are becoming dangerous places at night due to rising temperatures. Lack of cool nights strains the body, increasing risks of serious...
03 Jun, 2026, 08.44 AM IST
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...
01 Jun, 2026, 02.39 PM IST
Retired IAS officer Dhanendra Kumar who worked with World Bank dies in AC blast at South Delhi home: How to prevent such blasts, 10 simple safety tipsRetired IAS officer Dhanendra Kumar AC Blast: Recent AC incidents in Delhi-NCR have raised safety concerns. A retired IAS officer tragicall...
29 May, 2026, 10.33 AM IST
CCI's first chairman Dhanendra Kumar dies in fire at south Delhi home; AC blast suspectedFormer Competition Commission of India Chairman Dhanendra Kumar passed away after a fire at his Hauz Khas residence. The blaze was possibly...
28 May, 2026, 11.05 PM IST
Heatwave drives surge in cold drink sales, AC and fridge demand stays weakIndia's scorching heatwave has boosted sales of soft drinks, ice-creams and dairy beverages, while higher prices and weak consumer sentimen...
26 May, 2026, 07.10 PM IST
Coal India dismisses shortage fears; says 168 MT buffer available to meet rising demandCoal India has built a substantial buffer of 168 million tonnes to meet rising summer power demand. Stocks at power plants and mine heads a...
26 May, 2026, 03.19 PM IST
India’s scorching nights strain power grid and threaten healthIndia faces a dual threat from dangerously hot summers and increasingly sweltering nights, exacerbated by global warming and urban heat isl...
26 May, 2026, 12.07 PM IST
India's rising heatwave triggers surge in eye problems; ophthalmologists urge preventative careIndia's extreme heatwaves are causing a surge in severe eye conditions, including dryness, redness, and allergies, as intense UV radiation ...
26 May, 2026, 11.43 AM IST
India’s peak power demand hits 271 GW, breaks record for fourth straight dayIndia's peak power demand neared 271 GW on Thursday, a significant increase driven by intense heat. This marks the fourth consecutive day o...
22 May, 2026, 12.27 AM IST
India's electrical equipment industry may scale to USD 235 billion by 2035: McKinsey reportIndia's electrical equipment industry could witness transformational growth over the next decade, driven by rapid expansion in high-growth ...
21 May, 2026, 03.31 PM IST
In India’s parched heart, high power costs put cooling out of reachIndia's scorching summers strain power grids, forcing costly upgrades. While cities like Nagpur manage peak demand with advanced cooling, m...
20 May, 2026, 08.33 AM IST
Heat from data centres can raise temperatures in downwind localities by 2.2 degrees Celsius: StudyA recent investigation conducted in Phoenix uncovers that data centers are contributing to increased local temperatures. The excess heat em...
19 May, 2026, 02.51 PM IST
Peak power demand hits all-time high of over 257 GW on MondayOn Monday, India's power demand hit an extraordinary 257.37 GW, a historic high that came after relentless heat waves swept across the land...
19 May, 2026, 01.00 PM IST
SC upholds HC order directing Flipkart not to use 'MarQ' nameThe Supreme Court has ruled against Flipkart India regarding its 'MarQ' electronics brand. The court found the name too similar to Marc Ent...
16 May, 2026, 12.50 AM IST
Carrier Global to minimise price increases in India, says its global CEOCarrier Global is working to keep prices stable in India amidst global supply issues. The company is investing $100 million in Andhra Prade...
15 May, 2026, 08.52 PM IST
Evening peak power demand exposes gaps in India’s energy transition: CitiIndia's power sector is shifting focus from electricity shortages to ensuring reliable power during non-solar hours. Rapid renewable energy...
10 May, 2026, 05.48 PM IST