Summer is officially here and it’s time to brace for soaring temperatures and heat waves. The India Meteorological Department (IMD) has already forecasted heat wave like conditions in isolated parts of north Madhya Maharashtra and Marathwada from March 30th. These heat waves will likely occur in Akola, Amravati, Yavatmal, Buldhana and Washim. The day temperature … Read more
Marine heat waves are leading to a decline in phytoplankton populations, and affecting the ocean fisheries. Maharashtra, Odisha and Madhya Pradesh suffered the most from extreme weather events last year, India Meteorological Department (IMD) chief Mrutyunjay Mohapatra said on Wednesday. He also said that heavy rainfall and flood-related incidents last year had claimed over 750 … Read more
According to the IMD’s 48-hour forecast, Mumbai is likely to witness partly cloudy skies with the possibility of thunder lightning. (File) Mumbai recorded its second warmest November morning in the past 10 years as the mercury on the minimum temperature hit 27°C. The city recorded the highest minimum temperature of 27.4°C on November 4, 2018. … Read more
Ramnath Temple submerged in flood water of Aji River after heavy rain, in Rajkot, Gujarat. (Courtesy: PTI Photo) Incessant rains claimed nine lives in Gujarat on Monday and flooded major rivers in the state, prompting 1,900 people to move to safety, even as the IMD forecast heavy showers for parts of north India, Bengal and … Read more