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One Day Of Extreme Heat Causes 3,400 Excess Deaths Across India, Study Estimates
Heatwave to severe heatwave conditions were prevailing in north, central and east India, with temperatures consistently exceeding 45 degrees Celsius in Madhya Pradesh, Rajasthan, parts of Uttar Pradesh and Haryana over past few days.
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Scientists Warn Strong El Nino Could Disrupt Monsoon Patterns Across The World This Year
Scientists also noted that weather conditions before the monsoon season can influence how El Nino affects rainfall.
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Snow, Strong Wind Batter Parts Of US With Threat Of Thunderstorms, Tornadoes
A broad and erratic patchwork of severe weather rumbled across much of the U.S. on Sunday, dumping heavy snow and making roads impassable in the Upper Midwest while damaging high winds swept across the Plains.
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Centre Opposes Sonam Wangchuk's Release: What Preventive Detention Rules Say
The central government informed the Supreme Court today that it does not want to release climate activist Sonam Wangchuk on health grounds as suggested by the court earlier.
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Supreme Court Again Urges Centre To Reconsider Sonam Wangchuk's Detention
The Supreme Court once again asked the Central government to reconsider the detention of climate activist Sonam Wangchuk after noting concerns about his deteriorating health.
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Japan Citizens To Sue Government Over 'Unconstitutional' Climate Inaction
Hundreds of people across Japan will sue the central government Thursday seeking damages for "unconstitutional" inaction on climate change, the country's first such litigation.
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Himalayan Glacial Lakes Grew By 9.24% in 14 Years: Central Water Body Report
Glacial lakes and other water bodies in the Himalayan region have expanded by 9.24 per cent over the past 14 years, said a Central Water Commission (CWC) report, spotlighting the effects of climate change.
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'South Park' Episode Parodying Charlie Kirk Dropped By Comedy Central
The episode portrayed Charlie Kirk as a "master debater" online, showing him as a viral influencer who often criticised "woke" culture, opposed critical race theory, and denied climate change.
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Cities Are Heating Up The Planet, How They Can Tackle Climate Change
Cities have a central role to play tackling climate change. They contribute 67-72% of the greenhouse gas emissions which are heating up the planet.
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Thunderstorm With Rain Expected In Delhi Today: Weather Office
Thunderstorm and rain likely in Delhi on Friday, says India Meteorological Department, with minimum temperature stood at 29 degrees Celsius. Maximum may hit 37 degrees Celsius. AQI at satisfactory level, reading 95.
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US Hit By First Extreme Heat Wave Of The Year Impacting 160 Million People
A potentially life-threatening heat wave enveloped the eastern third of the United States on Monday impacting nearly 160 million people, with temperatures this week expected to reach 39 degrees Celsius in the New York metropolitan area.
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Working In "Silos": Top Court Notice To 8 Ministries Over Climate Change
Eight Central ministries have been asked to cooperate to counter climate change following a petition on the matter by an eight-year-old. Issuing notices to the ministries, the Supreme Court said it appeared that the ministries over seeing environment
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Climate-Driven Changes Reduce Agricultural Productivity in Central Europe, Claims New Study
Climate change has significantly impacted Central Europe's farmland, with over 50 percent of highly productive agricultural land already affected. A study combining historical data and climate projections highlights that rising temperatures and dry conditions have shifted fertile zones northward and westward. Regions like Slovakia, Austria and the ...
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Polar Vortex Could Bring Freezing Temperatures to the US, Be the Coldest in a Decade
A polar vortex is expected to bring extreme cold and heavy snowstorms across the eastern United States. Temperatures could drop as much as 30°F below average, with some regions experiencing sub-freezing conditions as far south as Florida. The cold blast is set to affect areas like the Great Lakes, Northeast, and Appalachians, causing significant s...
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Increasing Global Heatwave Hotspots Defy Climate Model Predictions
Heatwave hotspots exceeding climate models are emerging globally, with regions like northwestern Europe, central China, and the U.S. Pacific Northwest witnessing record-breaking extremes. Recent findings reveal jet stream wobbles, vegetation drying, and atmospheric patterns driving these anomalies. Notable impacts include wildfires, crop failures, ...
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One Day Of Extreme Heat Causes 3,400 Excess Deaths Across India, Study Estimates
Heatwave to severe heatwave conditions were prevailing in north, central and east India, with temperatures consistently exceeding 45 degrees Celsius in Madhya Pradesh, Rajasthan, parts of Uttar Pradesh and Haryana over past few days.
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Scientists Warn Strong El Nino Could Disrupt Monsoon Patterns Across The World This Year
Scientists also noted that weather conditions before the monsoon season can influence how El Nino affects rainfall.
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Snow, Strong Wind Batter Parts Of US With Threat Of Thunderstorms, Tornadoes
A broad and erratic patchwork of severe weather rumbled across much of the U.S. on Sunday, dumping heavy snow and making roads impassable in the Upper Midwest while damaging high winds swept across the Plains.
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Centre Opposes Sonam Wangchuk's Release: What Preventive Detention Rules Say
The central government informed the Supreme Court today that it does not want to release climate activist Sonam Wangchuk on health grounds as suggested by the court earlier.
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Supreme Court Again Urges Centre To Reconsider Sonam Wangchuk's Detention
The Supreme Court once again asked the Central government to reconsider the detention of climate activist Sonam Wangchuk after noting concerns about his deteriorating health.
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Japan Citizens To Sue Government Over 'Unconstitutional' Climate Inaction
Hundreds of people across Japan will sue the central government Thursday seeking damages for "unconstitutional" inaction on climate change, the country's first such litigation.
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Himalayan Glacial Lakes Grew By 9.24% in 14 Years: Central Water Body Report
Glacial lakes and other water bodies in the Himalayan region have expanded by 9.24 per cent over the past 14 years, said a Central Water Commission (CWC) report, spotlighting the effects of climate change.
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'South Park' Episode Parodying Charlie Kirk Dropped By Comedy Central
The episode portrayed Charlie Kirk as a "master debater" online, showing him as a viral influencer who often criticised "woke" culture, opposed critical race theory, and denied climate change.
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Cities Are Heating Up The Planet, How They Can Tackle Climate Change
Cities have a central role to play tackling climate change. They contribute 67-72% of the greenhouse gas emissions which are heating up the planet.
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Thunderstorm With Rain Expected In Delhi Today: Weather Office
Thunderstorm and rain likely in Delhi on Friday, says India Meteorological Department, with minimum temperature stood at 29 degrees Celsius. Maximum may hit 37 degrees Celsius. AQI at satisfactory level, reading 95.
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US Hit By First Extreme Heat Wave Of The Year Impacting 160 Million People
A potentially life-threatening heat wave enveloped the eastern third of the United States on Monday impacting nearly 160 million people, with temperatures this week expected to reach 39 degrees Celsius in the New York metropolitan area.
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Working In "Silos": Top Court Notice To 8 Ministries Over Climate Change
Eight Central ministries have been asked to cooperate to counter climate change following a petition on the matter by an eight-year-old. Issuing notices to the ministries, the Supreme Court said it appeared that the ministries over seeing environment
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Climate-Driven Changes Reduce Agricultural Productivity in Central Europe, Claims New Study
Climate change has significantly impacted Central Europe's farmland, with over 50 percent of highly productive agricultural land already affected. A study combining historical data and climate projections highlights that rising temperatures and dry conditions have shifted fertile zones northward and westward. Regions like Slovakia, Austria and the ...
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Polar Vortex Could Bring Freezing Temperatures to the US, Be the Coldest in a Decade
A polar vortex is expected to bring extreme cold and heavy snowstorms across the eastern United States. Temperatures could drop as much as 30°F below average, with some regions experiencing sub-freezing conditions as far south as Florida. The cold blast is set to affect areas like the Great Lakes, Northeast, and Appalachians, causing significant s...
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Increasing Global Heatwave Hotspots Defy Climate Model Predictions
Heatwave hotspots exceeding climate models are emerging globally, with regions like northwestern Europe, central China, and the U.S. Pacific Northwest witnessing record-breaking extremes. Recent findings reveal jet stream wobbles, vegetation drying, and atmospheric patterns driving these anomalies. Notable impacts include wildfires, crop failures, ...
