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Nitish Kumar was accompanied by his deputy Sushil Kumar Modi and cabinet colleague Krishnanadan Verma.

Bihar CM Nitish Kumar visits heat stroke patients in Gaya hospital, holds review meet

Jun 21, 2019 14:13

Nitish Kumar was accompanied by his deputy Sushil Kumar Modi and cabinet colleague Krishnanadan Verma. read more

Chief secretary Deepak Kumar said on Monday as many as 562 persons suffering from heatstroke were admitted in government hospitals in different parts of the state.

Heatstroke toll in Bihar reaches 90 this month, sets off alarm bells

Jun 19, 2019 07:45

Chief secretary Deepak Kumar said on Monday as many as 562 persons suffering from heatstroke were admitted in government hospitals in different parts of the state. read more

Chances of another heat wave are remote, IMD said.

Mercury to touch 40°C in Delhi by weekend, says IMD

Jun 19, 2019 03:58

Chances of another heat wave are remote, IMD said. read more

It is common belief among Hindus that performing last rites at sacred Manikarnika and Harishchandra ghats of Kashi opens the gates for ‘moksha’, but the wait of the dead for salvation is getting longer for the last three days.

In queue even after death, wait for ‘moksha’ gets longer at Kashi ghats

Jun 18, 2019 17:50

It is common belief among Hindus that performing last rites at sacred Manikarnika and Harishchandra ghats of Kashi opens the gates for ‘moksha’, but the wait of the dead for salvation is getting longer for the last three days. read more

An official of the tourism department said it was for the first time that Nainital was witnessing such an unprecedented rush of tourists, primarily due to the ongoing heat wave in North Indian plains.

Water shortage worsens as tourist influx peaks in Uttarakhand

Jun 18, 2019 15:26

An official of the tourism department said it was for the first time that Nainital was witnessing such an unprecedented rush of tourists, primarily due to the ongoing heat wave in North Indian plains. read more

The Bihar government has already announced an ex gratia payment of Rs 4 lakh for the kin of victim of suspected Acute Encephalitis Syndrome.

Bihar government to pick treatment tab for encephalitis patients

Jun 18, 2019 12:43

The Bihar government has already announced an ex gratia payment of Rs 4 lakh for the kin of victim of suspected Acute Encephalitis Syndrome. read more

The maximum temperature in the central Bihar region, including Patna, has been hovering around 44-45 degrees Celsius for the past three days.

79 die of heatstroke in central Bihar, Gaya bans outdoor activities

Jun 17, 2019 21:35

The maximum temperature in the central Bihar region, including Patna, has been hovering around 44-45 degrees Celsius for the past three days. read more

The India Meteorological Department (IMD) has forecast that there could be more rain and thundershower in the next five days at least.

Rain falls, so does mercury: Temp to stay below 40°C in Delhi for next week

Jun 17, 2019 01:03

The India Meteorological Department (IMD) has forecast that there could be more rain and thundershower in the next five days at least. read more

Deaths were reported from Aurangabad, Gaya, Nawada and Jamui districts, where temperatures hovered around 45 degrees Celsius on June 15 and 16.

Heatwave kills 29 more in Bihar, death toll up to 78

Jun 16, 2019 23:25

Deaths were reported from Aurangabad, Gaya, Nawada and Jamui districts, where temperatures hovered around 45 degrees Celsius on June 15 and 16. read more

With the monsoon approaching, Delhiites would now have to brace for a sauna-like condition, in which the rising humidity would push the ‘heat index’ up adding to the discomfort levels.

Frying pan to sauna: Humidity likely, to make it more uneasy for Delhiites

Jun 12, 2019 03:48

With the monsoon approaching, Delhiites would now have to brace for a sauna-like condition, in which the rising humidity would push the ‘heat index’ up adding to the discomfort levels. read more

The deceased complained of uneasiness and went unconscious when the train was near Gwalior.

4 Kerala Express passengers die due to extreme heat in UP’s Jhansi

Jun 11, 2019 16:57

The deceased complained of uneasiness and went unconscious when the train was near Gwalior. read more

Besides Delhi,a visible heatwave in many isolated pockets over East Rajasthan and Madhya Pradesh, is also predicted.

Delhi continues to sizzle today as IMD predicts 46 degree Celsius

Jun 11, 2019 10:56

Besides Delhi,a visible heatwave in many isolated pockets over East Rajasthan and Madhya Pradesh, is also predicted. read more

The IMD’s seven-day forecast for Gurugram predicts that the maximum temperature in the city, on Tuesday, will dip to 45 degrees Celsius, and not climb any higher till at least June 16.

Gurugram smoulders, but mercury levels may dip

Jun 11, 2019 03:23

The IMD’s seven-day forecast for Gurugram predicts that the maximum temperature in the city, on Tuesday, will dip to 45 degrees Celsius, and not climb any higher till at least June 16. read more

The worst affected by this “severe heat wave”, a condition when the temperature hovers above 47 degrees, were those like Rani, who cannot afford air conditioners or coolers, or even remain inside their houses during the day.

Even being indoors doesn’t give relief from severe heat

Jun 11, 2019 03:18

The worst affected by this “severe heat wave”, a condition when the temperature hovers above 47 degrees, were those like Rani, who cannot afford air conditioners or coolers, or even remain inside their houses during the day. read more

The India Meteorological Department (IMD) has, however, forecast that there could be some respite from Tuesday as there are chances of dust storm and thunderstorm and may bring down temperatures by two degrees.

Meltdown in Delhi: June keeps getting hotter

Jun 11, 2019 03:11

The India Meteorological Department (IMD) has, however, forecast that there could be some respite from Tuesday as there are chances of dust storm and thunderstorm and may bring down temperatures by two degrees. read more