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Topic: Summers

Heatwave in Delhi, IMD issues ‘red alert’ as temperatures rocket to 45 degrees Celsius

The warning urges residents to avoid heat exposure, remain hydrated and limit outdoor activity in order to limit likelihood of heat illnesses.

The ‘urban heat island’ phenomenon: Why some parts of Delhi are hotter than others

Over the last few years, the Capital's more urbanised & populated pockets have been recording warmer days by at least 2-3 degrees Celsius, compared to greener & spacious residential areas.

Everyone in north and central India must adapt to extreme heatwaves. Spring has vanished

Experts point to how pockets within city are experiencing higher temperatures because of extreme urbanisation, and suggest that everyone must learn to adapt to heatwaves.

Online searches for ‘long-lasting women’s perfume’ rose by 1,650% in past 6 months, finds survey

India is among top 10 locations for 'long-lasting perfume' searches. UAE, Pakistan & Singapore are top 3, finds survey by Arabic-language cosmetics website Tajmeeli.

Beat the heatwave this summer with 4-in-1 VarioQool Inverter AC

By incorporating advanced technology, Cruise air-conditioners assist in indoor air purification. The PM 2.5 filter prevents micro-dust and viruses from directly getting into lungs.

A summer like no other? Not really. India has seen worse heat waves

Here’s a look at the worst heat waves India has witnessed since Independence and measures taken by the country to mitigate the effects of excessive heat.

India’s heat risk interventions still new. Heatwave in 2022 shows it needs to learn fast

Experts have warned India will face more frequent and intense heat waves in the coming decades, and if global warming doesn’t slow down, they’ll only get worse.

La Niña, climate change — why Indian subcontinent got scorched so early & for so long this year

While heat waves are common this time of the year and peak in May, the ongoing heat wave was first declared uncharacteristically early on 11 March.

Summer relief, Indian immunity & more — fact-check on 4 viral theories from early Covid days

Many theories took root in the early days of the Covid pandemic, but not all have stood the test of time.

As temperatures surpass 45 degrees, IMD issues red alert for parts of north India

The red warning has been issued to caution people not to step out during 1 pm to 5 pm, when the intensity of the heat is the most.

On Camera

After losing no.2 carmaker spot, Hyundai is betting big on the new Venue

Indian car buyers are just as tech-obsessed as their Chinese counterparts, and that obsession has taken precedence over handling and performance.

Paper in MoSPI journal flags financial inclusion gap—highest among Hindus, lowest for Muslims

Research paper, however, finds lowest indebtedness level among Muslims at 12.3% & highest among Hindus at 14.9%. Overall national financial inclusion level at 87.2%, indebtedness at 14.7%.

From battle of wits and daring air strikes to artillery fury, new details emerge of Operation Sindoor

Fresh details of operation conducted by IAF, Army have come out in gazette notification giving citations of those who were awarded Vir Chakra for their bravery.

Deepfake on duty: when I asked AI to read Op Sindoor citations

On 21 Oct, a buzz went up that the govt had released full list of gallantry award recipients along with Op Sindoor citations. I put an AI caddy on the job. It took me into a never-ending rabbit hole.