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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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Tourist Rush In Sikkim As Visitors Escape Heatwave
Sikkim is witnessing a massive summer tourist surge as travellers escape the 4548C heatwave across India. From May 2428, 16,749 tourists in 5,375 vehicles crossed the 3rd Mile checkpost for Nathula and Tsomgo Lake.
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Nutritionist Explains: Can Eating Cold, Curd-Based Dishes Actually Help During A Heatwave?
Curd rice, buttermilk, fruits and chilled homemade meals may support hydration and digestion during heatwaves, experts say. However, doctors warn that food hygiene, balanced nutrition and avoiding excessive icy or processed foods are equally importan
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Can Short Power Naps Protect Your Health During Heatwaves?
Experts say short power naps during heatwaves may help improve alertness, reduce fatigue, and ease heat-related stress, especially when combined with hydration, cooling measures, and proper nighttime sleep.
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Fuel, Extreme Heat, El Nino: Why India "May Have A Terrible Year Ahead"
A weak monsoon, soaring temperatures, costly crude oil and food inflation could combine to squeeze households, businesses and economic growth in 2026.
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Self-Medication Mistakes To Avoid During Dangerous Heatwaves
Doctors warn that self-medicating during heatwaves may worsen dehydration, kidney stress, and heat illness. Here are the common medication mistakes people make during extreme summer temperatures and why they can be risky.
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Extreme Heat At Night May Be Drying Out Your Nose And Throat, Warns Doctor
Doctors warn that rising nighttime temperatures, dehydration, and prolonged AC or fan exposure may be increasing dry throat, blocked nose, and sleep-related ENT issues during Indian heatwaves.
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Why Warmer Nights During Indian Heatwaves May Be More Dangerous Than Hot Days
Hot nights during Indian heatwaves may pose a bigger health threat than scorching days. Rising nighttime temperatures prevent the body from recovering, disrupt sleep, strain the heart and kidneys, and increase heat-related deaths, experts warn.
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RML Hospital Reports First Heat Stroke Case Of The Season
A healthy 24-year-old student from West Bengal is battling for his life in critical condition after becoming Delhi's first heat stroke victim of the season, as temperatures prepare to spike towards a searing 46 degree celusis.
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Summer Heat Making You Sleepy? Doctors Explain Why It Happens, How To Cope
Hot weather can trigger daytime sleepiness, fatigue and brain fog by disrupting sleep, causing dehydration and forcing the body to work harder to regulate temperature. Doctors share practical tips to stay alert, productive and healthy during summer.
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Extreme Heat Is Making Lung Health Worse: Doctor Shares Protective Tips For Heatwaves
Extreme heat does not just affect the skin or body temperature but it can directly affect lung function, oxygen levels, and airway inflammation.
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Heatwaves Are Ruining Sleep Even In Air Conditioned Rooms: Doctors Explain Why
Heatwaves are now disrupting sleep even in air-conditioned rooms, doctors warn. Persistent high night temperatures, dehydration, abrupt cooling, and dry indoor air are triggering insomnia, fatigue, headaches, and worsening respiratory disorders.
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Impact Of Rising Heatwave Conditions On Heart Attacks And Stroke-Related Emergencies In India
Heatwaves, in particular, are emerging as a major public health threat due to their increasing intensity and duration. For India, already facing a high burden of hypertension, diabetes, and cardiovascular disease, this raises urgent questions about p
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Tomatoes Price Up 35%, Cauliflower 26%, Cooking Oil, Potatoes And Packaged Goods Face Fresh Hikes
Tomato prices may rise further during July-August due to lower summer sowing and heatwave concerns in key growing regions.
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Explained: How 'Heat Insurance' Can Help 76% Indians Exposed To Risk
As per NDMA, at least 23 states regularly see dangerously high temperatures. This underscores the emerging need for "heat insurance" in India.
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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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Tourist Rush In Sikkim As Visitors Escape Heatwave
Sikkim is witnessing a massive summer tourist surge as travellers escape the 4548C heatwave across India. From May 2428, 16,749 tourists in 5,375 vehicles crossed the 3rd Mile checkpost for Nathula and Tsomgo Lake.
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Nutritionist Explains: Can Eating Cold, Curd-Based Dishes Actually Help During A Heatwave?
Curd rice, buttermilk, fruits and chilled homemade meals may support hydration and digestion during heatwaves, experts say. However, doctors warn that food hygiene, balanced nutrition and avoiding excessive icy or processed foods are equally importan
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Can Short Power Naps Protect Your Health During Heatwaves?
Experts say short power naps during heatwaves may help improve alertness, reduce fatigue, and ease heat-related stress, especially when combined with hydration, cooling measures, and proper nighttime sleep.
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Fuel, Extreme Heat, El Nino: Why India "May Have A Terrible Year Ahead"
A weak monsoon, soaring temperatures, costly crude oil and food inflation could combine to squeeze households, businesses and economic growth in 2026.
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Self-Medication Mistakes To Avoid During Dangerous Heatwaves
Doctors warn that self-medicating during heatwaves may worsen dehydration, kidney stress, and heat illness. Here are the common medication mistakes people make during extreme summer temperatures and why they can be risky.
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Extreme Heat At Night May Be Drying Out Your Nose And Throat, Warns Doctor
Doctors warn that rising nighttime temperatures, dehydration, and prolonged AC or fan exposure may be increasing dry throat, blocked nose, and sleep-related ENT issues during Indian heatwaves.
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Why Warmer Nights During Indian Heatwaves May Be More Dangerous Than Hot Days
Hot nights during Indian heatwaves may pose a bigger health threat than scorching days. Rising nighttime temperatures prevent the body from recovering, disrupt sleep, strain the heart and kidneys, and increase heat-related deaths, experts warn.
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RML Hospital Reports First Heat Stroke Case Of The Season
A healthy 24-year-old student from West Bengal is battling for his life in critical condition after becoming Delhi's first heat stroke victim of the season, as temperatures prepare to spike towards a searing 46 degree celusis.
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Summer Heat Making You Sleepy? Doctors Explain Why It Happens, How To Cope
Hot weather can trigger daytime sleepiness, fatigue and brain fog by disrupting sleep, causing dehydration and forcing the body to work harder to regulate temperature. Doctors share practical tips to stay alert, productive and healthy during summer.
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Extreme Heat Is Making Lung Health Worse: Doctor Shares Protective Tips For Heatwaves
Extreme heat does not just affect the skin or body temperature but it can directly affect lung function, oxygen levels, and airway inflammation.
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Heatwaves Are Ruining Sleep Even In Air Conditioned Rooms: Doctors Explain Why
Heatwaves are now disrupting sleep even in air-conditioned rooms, doctors warn. Persistent high night temperatures, dehydration, abrupt cooling, and dry indoor air are triggering insomnia, fatigue, headaches, and worsening respiratory disorders.
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Impact Of Rising Heatwave Conditions On Heart Attacks And Stroke-Related Emergencies In India
Heatwaves, in particular, are emerging as a major public health threat due to their increasing intensity and duration. For India, already facing a high burden of hypertension, diabetes, and cardiovascular disease, this raises urgent questions about p
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Tomatoes Price Up 35%, Cauliflower 26%, Cooking Oil, Potatoes And Packaged Goods Face Fresh Hikes
Tomato prices may rise further during July-August due to lower summer sowing and heatwave concerns in key growing regions.
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Explained: How 'Heat Insurance' Can Help 76% Indians Exposed To Risk
As per NDMA, at least 23 states regularly see dangerously high temperatures. This underscores the emerging need for "heat insurance" in India.
