Kerala, Tamil Nadu, and Lakshadweep Under Swell Surge Warning
Kerala, parts of Tamil Nadu and Lakshadweep face a swell surge warning as distant ocean swells threaten coastal inundation from August 19-20.
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INCOIS Issues Swell Surge Alert for Kerala, Tamil Nadu, Lakshadweep
Swell surge warning for Kerala, Tamil Nadu, Lakshadweep due to long-period ocean swells from southern Indian Ocean; possible inundation Aug 19-20.
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HeatWatch Report Shows Women Platform Workers Forced to Choose Between Health and Income During Extreme Heat
Women platform workers in Delhi-NCR face dire choices as extreme heat pushes them to sacrifice health for income, according to HeatWatch report.
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Jharkhand: Monsoon Loses Momentum, Several Districts Await Rainfall
Jharkhand's monsoon has weakened, causing heat and humidity. Most districts report below-normal rainfall, though Bokaro, Dhanbad, and others may see light rain soon.
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Air Pollution in India's Peripheral Towns: The Hidden Crisis
India's air pollution crisis extends beyond metro cities, with peripheral towns like Byrnihat facing year-round hazards. Lack of monitoring and regulatory oversight exacerbates the issue, affecting millions nationwide.
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Jharkhand Monsoon Expected Soon, Heavy Rain Alert Issued for Multiple Districts
Jharkhand may receive monsoon by June 14. Weather department issued alerts for heavy rain, thunderstorms, and strong winds in several districts.
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UN Warns: Oceans Under Severe Stress, Sea-Level Rise Accelerating
World Oceans Day report reveals alarming marine ecosystem decline, with sea-level rise doubling in a decade.
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Climate Change Threatens Hajj Safety with Rising Heat
New study warns that climate change is making the annual Hajj pilgrimage increasingly dangerous, with rising temperatures in Mecca exposing millions to extreme heat even outside summer months.
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UN Weather Agency Warns of Near-Permanent Global Temperature Records by 2030
UK Met Office report finds 86% chance of record-breaking heat between 2026 and 2030, with Arctic warming at alarming rate.
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Tremors near Tehran Renew Fears of Major Quake
Nine small earthquakes hit Tehran area, worrying scientists and residents about a potential major quake.
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How the US-Israel Conflict in Iran Poses a Threat to Whales Off South Africa's Coast
Increased shipping traffic due to the US-Israel war on Iran is putting South African whales at risk, with a significant rise in vessel traffic around the Cape of Good Hope.
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Just In: Delhi Earthquake Shakes Capital Early Monday
A minor earthquake made its presence known in Delhi early Monday, creating light tremors throughout the capital city. Around 5:36 AM, people in Delhi and nearby areas like Ghaziabad and Yamuna Par felt the ground shake. Even though the earthquake was...
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Caribbean Sea: 7.6 Magnitude Earthquake Triggered Tsunami Warnings
A strong earthquake shook the Caribbean Sea, leading to temporary tsunami warnings for nearby countries. The 7.6 magnitude earthquake struck Saturday evening, according to reports from U.S. monitoring agencies. Because of the potential danger, people...
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Jharkhand: 10 Districts in Red Zone for Severe Climate Change Risks
A new study from India's Ministry of Science and Technology has pinpointed ten districts in Jharkhand that are at high risk from climate change. These districts are facing severe effects from the changing climate, according to the research. This mean...
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Jharkhand Wetlands Awareness Program Highlights Role in Climate Change, Biodiversity
An awareness program recently took place near Chidia Lake in Maskalaiyya, Sahibganj, Jharkhand. The Earth Ideas Foundation organized the event to educate people about the vital importance of wetlands. Specifically, the program emphasized how these ec...
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Kashmir's Gulmarg, Sonamarg See Overnight Snowfall, Temperatures Rise
Kashmir's popular tourist spots, Gulmarg and Sonamarg, received fresh snowfall overnight, officials reported on Tuesday. The snowfall primarily covered the higher parts of the valley, creating beautiful scenery. This new snow also caused some issues ...
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Kashmir Cold Wave Returns: Srinagar Hits -3.2°C as Jammu Warms to 9.6°C
Imagine waking up to a frosty morning, where the air bites at your cheeks – that’s the reality for many in Kashmir right now. After a brief break, a cold wave has swept back into the Kashmir Valley, causing temperatures to plummet on Monday. This sud...
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Kashmir Gets Brief Warmth Before Rain, Snow Return This Week
Kashmir has been enjoying a brief respite from the biting cold, with temperatures nudging upwards ever so slightly. This little warm-up has been a welcome change, especially during the nights where the chill wasn't quite as harsh. It's like a mini-br...
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Arctic Blast Forces Trump Inauguration Indoors in Washington D.C.
Donald Trump is moving his inauguration stuff inside because it's gonna be super cold and windy in Washington DC on Monday. He said on his social media that the outdoor stuff is now happening in the Capitol Rotunda instead. So things like the swearin...
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2024 Hottest Year on Record: Global Temperatures Breach 1.5°C Threshold, Extreme Weather Grips the Globe
The year 2024 was the hottest ever recorded on Earth according to a new report from the EU's Copernicus Climate Change Service. For the first time the global average temperature went over 1.5°C above what it was before the industrial era. The report ...