China renews red alert for high temperatures

Aug 21, 2022

Beijing [China], August 21 : Amid the sweltering heatwaves in several regions across the country, China's national observatory on Saturday renewed a red alert...

Gujarat's forest guards maintain water points amid heatwaves to protect endangered Khur Wild Ass in Rann of Kutch

Jun 15, 2024

In an effort to protect the last population of the Khur subspecies of wild ass, forest guards in Gujarat's Little Rann of Kutch are...

Sweltering heat pushes India's power demand to fresh high

May 23, 2024

A considerable part of India has been experiencing severe heatwave, necessitating the need for air conditioners and coolers round the clock.

Rain brings welcome respite from sweltering heat for Delhi

May 20, 2022

New Delhi [India], May 20 : Rains in parts of Delhi on Friday brought in much-needed relief from the scorching heat as the drizzle...

Madhya Pradesh recognizes heatwaves as natural disasters, ensures compensation for victims

Sep 30, 2024

In a significant decision, the Madhya Pradesh government has included heatwaves in its list of natural disasters.

Heatwaves worsen air quality and pollution: WMO

Sep 06, 2023

The 2023 WMO Air Quality and Climate Bulletin, the third in an annual series, puts the spotlight on heatwaves to draw attention to the...