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Heat wave havoc: Indians seek shelter from escalating temperatures

Heat wave havoc: Indians seek shelter from escalating temperatures

According to the PTI, the ongoing spell of heatwave which is the second this month, is broiling parts of West Bengal, Odisha, Jharkhand and Bihar. The intense heat could strain power grids and result in water shortages in parts of India. Global weather agencies, including the IMD, are also expecting La Nina conditions to develop later in the year

25 April,2024 05:00 PM IST | Editor
Vadodara boat capsize: Gujarat cops file case; PM Modi announces ex-gratia

Vadodara boat capsize: Gujarat cops file case; PM Modi announces ex-gratia

Following the boat capsize tragedy at Harni Motnath Lake, which resulted in 14 casualties—including teachers and students—Vadodara Police has opened a case. The ongoing post-mortem procedures and the case registration were confirmed by DCP Vadodara Leela Patil. Pics/ PTI

19 January,2024 02:45 PM IST | Sanjana Deshpande
Mass protests in Argentina against Prez Milei's economic reforms continue

Mass protests in Argentina against Prez Milei's economic reforms continue

Thousands gathered in Buenos Aires to protest President Milei's far-reaching economic measures aiming at deregulation and austerity; Milei's move garnered widespread opposition from the public. Pics/ AFP

28 December,2023 02:51 PM IST | Buenos Aires | Sanjana Deshpande
Northern Europe battling gale-force winds and floods, with tragic casualties

Northern Europe battling gale-force winds and floods, with tragic casualties

Northern Europe is grappling with the devastating impact of gale-force winds and widespread flooding, as the region confronts severe weather conditions. This natural disaster has claimed lives and led to significant disruptions. Pics/Agencies

20 October,2023 09:26 PM IST | Sanjana Deshpande
New York City faces torrential rain and flooding emergency

New York City faces torrential rain and flooding emergency

New York City is grappling with a torrential downpour, causing widespread chaos on roads and subways. Pics/Agencies & X

30 September,2023 08:51 PM IST | Sanjana Deshpande
IN PHOTOS: Everything you should know about the lethal Nipah virus from Kerala

IN PHOTOS: Everything you should know about the lethal Nipah virus from Kerala

Total six cases of the Nipah virus have been detected so far in Kerala of which two persons died while four others, including a nine-year-old boy are undergoing the treatment

20 September,2023 12:21 PM IST | Editor
In Photos: Heavy rains lash parts of Mumbai

In Photos: Heavy rains lash parts of Mumbai

Heavy rains lashed parts of Mumbai and Thane districts on Thursday morning. The  meteorological department has issued green alert for city starting September 7 until Saturday and yellow alert for Sunday. Photos/Satej Shinde

07 September,2023 10:23 AM IST | Editor
IN PHOTOS: Building collapses in Thane's Bhiwandi, infant among two killed

IN PHOTOS: Building collapses in Thane's Bhiwandi, infant among two killed

An infant and a woman were killed and five others injured when a residential building collapsed in Maharashtra's Thane district shortly after midnight on Sunday, civic officials said. Pics/PTI and RDMC

03 September,2023 04:30 PM IST | Asif Ali Sayed
IN PHOTOS: Europe's Slovenia faces worst-ever floods

IN PHOTOS: Europe's Slovenia faces worst-ever floods

European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen visited Slovenia on Wednesday to show solidarity and discuss how the EU can help its small member state which was ravaged by recent floods that killed at least six people and caused extensive damage. Pics/AFP

09 August,2023 08:10 PM IST | Asif Ali Sayed
Follow these 5 tips if you are alone while suffering from a heart emergency

Follow these 5 tips if you are alone while suffering from a heart emergency

A heart attack is a life-threatening condition that happens when the heart comes to a standstill and does not pump blood. If one finds themselves in such a condition, be alert to the symptoms and call for help. In case you find yourself alone in a situation where you are facing a heart health emergency like a heart attack or cardiac arrest, first call emergency services. For India, call 112, 102 (for ambulance), or 108 immediately, or keep private ambulance numbers handy and dentify the hospital closest to you that you can go to in an emergency

15 June,2023 08:30 AM IST | Editor

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