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Hundreds of vehicles stranded due to massive landslide in Poonch district; BRO restores NH-144 after 5-hour haltThe BRO teams confirmed that after a 5-hour operation, the road was cleared and opened for general traffic, allowing the stranded vehicles ...
In 1907, a lawyer worried about shared water cups helped push a disposable paper cup into daily American lifeA simple invention, the disposable paper cup, transformed public hygiene in the early 1900s. Lawyer Lawrence Luellen's idea offered a safe ...
India sends measles vaccines, medical supplies to Maldives amid rising casesIndia has provided 20,000 measles vaccine doses and three tonnes of medical supplies to the Maldives. This assistance aims to address incre...
Paris accord threshold could be breached in 4 years as warming accelerates: AnalysisEarth's climate is warming rapidly due to human actions. Global temperatures reached 1.37 degrees Celsius last year. Scientists warn the 1....
Carbon monoxide levels register gradual rise in Delhi in first five months this year: DataDelhi's carbon monoxide levels have shown a steady rise this year, with monthly averages reaching their highest in years until May. This tr...
'Godzilla El Nino is coming to your doorstep': Why scientists are worried about a powerful climate threatScientists anticipate El Nino's arrival soon, with a 90% certainty, potentially becoming a strong event. This natural climate pattern, mark...
Namo Bharat records highest single-day ridership of 1.25 lakh commuters, says NCRTCA US fighter jet struck an empty tanker near Iran, suspected of involvement in the Iranian oil trade. The vessel's 24 Indian crew members w...
India monsoon update: Delhi weather to change soon; rain likely across Kerala, Punjab, Uttar Pradesh and Rajasthan. Check latest IMD forecastDelhi and North India are set to receive significant relief from scorching heat with forecasts of rain, thunderstorms, and strong winds. Pr...
Majority of Indian firms face persistent external disruptions: ReportIndian businesses face talent challenges due to external disruptions. Climate shocks, infrastructure issues, and health outbreaks are affec...
Tobacco-based mouth fresheners banned in Leh to protect school childrenLeh district authorities have banned the sale and distribution of mouth fresheners containing tobacco. The order aims to protect school-goi...
Heat, humidity of India's monsoon could extend summer heat stress as climate warms: Recent StudyIndia faces a growing threat of extreme heat stress. A recent study reveals that with a 2-degree Celsius global warming, the monsoon season...
World's most contagious disease detected in California wastewater: Key signs of virus and symptoms you should watchMeasles outbreak: California health officials are alarmed by the detection of measles in wastewater, coinciding with the state's worst outb...
Delhi, Noida, Gurugram to see rain and thunderstorms on June 5; Kolkata also under alert as IMD issues yellow alert for Bengal this weekDelhi, Noida, and Gurgaon brace for thunderstorms and gusty winds, while Kolkata and West Bengal anticipate light to moderate rainfall with...
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...
80% chance of El Nino developing between June-August: United NationsA strong El Nino is developing with an 80 percent chance. This natural climate event will warm Pacific waters and influence global weather....
Delhi LG reviews heatwave relief operations; dedicated cooling zones set up across 8 districtsDelhi's Lieutenant Governor Taranjit Singh Sandhu reviewed heatwave relief efforts. Dedicated cooling zones and mobile heat relief units ar...
Italy on red alert as Portugal beats record for hottest May dayEurope is battling a severe heatwave. Italy has issued a red alert for Rome and other cities. Portugal recorded its hottest May day ever. B...
Modi stresses whole-of-nation approach to tackle heatwave: Union Minister Ashwini VaishnawPrime Minister Narendra Modi has instructed Union cabinet ministers to take immediate steps to combat the severe heatwave. He emphasized a ...
PM Modi urges citizens to stay hydrated, protect vulnerable groups amid rising heatwavePrime Minister Narendra Modi has issued a strong appeal to citizens to take precautions against the ongoing extreme heatwave. He stressed t...
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 ...