heat wave

India has more cities in the world's 50 most heat-vulnerable list than any other country

June 04, 2026 11:59 pm

India leads the world's heat vulnerability ranking, with 14 cities in the global top 50, more than Nigeria and Pakistan combined, according to an Oxford University study of 205 cities.

Clothing, not air conditioning, should be the first layer of response to extreme heat

June 01, 2026 1:38 pm

India is one of the world’s largest textile producers, with both advanced textile engineering and a long history of climate-responsive fabrics. Yet in the sectors where heat exposure is most acute — schools, informal labour, and public-facing work — clothing systems remain disconnected from climatic realities

Heatwaves and migraines: Experts reveal why summer can trigger more headaches

May 29, 2026 9:30 am

Heatwaves can worsen migraines through dehydration, poor sleep, stress, irregular meals, and sun exposure.

Europe's record heat will end soon. But for the world, why the worst may be yet to come

May 29, 2026 1:35 pm

El Niño, the unusual warming of the equatorial Pacific Ocean, could be among the strongest ever this year. It could reduce India's monsoon rainfall and increase temperatures.

Delhi Confidential: Mission Beat the Heat

May 29, 2026 4:09 am

Prime Minister Narendra Modi, who has been appealing to people through social media to stay hydrated and take precautions, has given special directions to his Cabinet colleagues as well.

What is wet-bulb temperature, and why is it being discussed during heatwaves?

May 28, 2026 11:00 am

Hydration is critical, but water alone may not always be enough during prolonged sweating

After heat wave, moderate rainfall likely in Gujarat from May 30: Met

May 28, 2026 12:13 am

Weather department issues thunderstorm warning for several districts

Why men are at higher risk of heatstroke deaths in India: Experts explain NCRB data

May 27, 2026 6:57 pm

Persistent weakness, excessive sweating, nausea, dizziness, headache, muscle cramps, rapid heartbeat, confusion, or fainting are important warning signs

The long night of India’s heatwave

May 28, 2026 6:57 am

From poor sleep to higher mortality chances, rising nighttime heat is reshaping the country’s climate emergency

Nautapa 2026: How India’s nine-day heat period may affect health and daily life

May 25, 2026 2:12 pm

Nautapa 2026 is expected to bring intense heat across parts of north and central India, with high temperatures, hot winds, and health concerns affecting daily life and outdoor activity.

This summer, beat the heat with smoothie bowls

May 01, 2025 12:08 pm

Especially during the summer, smoothie bowls should be a part of your breakfast rotation.

Heatwave pushes Delhi to the edge, claims 18 lives

June 22, 2024 10:29 am

Delhi Water Minister Atishi said that she has written to Prime Minister Narendra Modi over the water crisis in the national capital.

Europe, US struggle to beat the heat as temperatures soar

August 24, 2022 10:54 pm

Almost half of the 27-nation EU is under drought warning, with conditions worsening in Belgium, France, Germany, Hungary, Ireland, Italy, Luxembourg, the Netherlands, Portugal, Romania, and Spain.

See how animals are beating the heat and staying cool

August 19, 2022 11:43 pm

As Europe sizzles in the worst-ever heatwave, this is how animals beat the heat with frozen treats

Relentless heatwave sweeps Europe, firefighters tackle wildfires

August 11, 2022 2:32 pm

An incessant heatwave has engulfed Europe. The governments in several countries have warned citizens of severe drought conditions. Farmers in France have started to see a decrease in production especially in fields of soy, sunflowers and corn.

India reels under intense heatwave

April 28, 2022 9:47 pm

Most parts of India are currently reeling under a severe heatwave condition. Mercury levels have already crossed 40 degree Celsius in many places and a respite is nowhere to be seen

Delhi sizzles at 40.8 degree Celsius, heatwave likely in coming days

April 26, 2022 7:59 pm

According to India Meteorological Department, the heatwave conditions are likely to persist in New Delhi for the next three days.

Northwest India continues to swelter under grip of heatwave

April 04, 2022 10:47 pm

Northwest India recorded the hottest March in 122 years, with the average maximum temperature in the region reaching 30.73 degree Celsius this year.

India reels under severe heatwave; monsoon delayed, to hit Kerala by June 7

June 03, 2019 7:25 am

IMD has said heatwave to severe heatwave conditions are very likely to prevail over Rajasthan, Vidarbha and Madhya Pradesh during the next five days and over Punjab, Haryana, Chandigarh and Delhi and south Uttar Pradesh during the next three days.

North, central India reel under intense heatwave

May 20, 2016 5:33 pm

Scorching summer temperatures, hovering well over 40 degrees Celsius (104 Fahrenheit) are making life extremely tough for millions of people across north India.

Pakistan: Heatwaves kill 65 people in Karachi

May 22, 2018 2:15 pm