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Unsung Heroes | How a monkey licking water spilt on road in Bidar sparked a thirst to help wildlife in summer
May 31, 2026 5:55 pm
A group of youngsters in Karnataka's Bidar has been installing and refilling water troughs in forests, helping birds and wild animals survive harsh summers.
Pune’s heat may be more dangerous than thermometers reveal, warn scientists studying human heat stress
May 31, 2026 12:32 pm
India is one of countries outside the global north that have not calibrated WBGT to their population, but the Pune study has established the WBGT threshold limits for the city.
‘Human life and cattle must not go thirsty’: Bombay High Court tells state over Melghat water crisis amid 48°C heat concern
May 07, 2026 5:05 pm
The Bombay High Court expressed concern that every village in Melghat be supplied with water during summer, noting that temperatures in Vidarbha are expected to soar to 48°C in May and June.
'It's as simple as that': Sadhguru shares how to reduce body heat in summer; expert weighs in
May 09, 2026 9:21 am
The body regulates temperature through complex physiological mechanisms, not quick topical fixes, a dietitian said
Dear men, hot weather may be affecting your sperm count and motility; here are 5 ways to protect your fertility this summer
July 04, 2025 5:26 pm
With heatwaves becoming more frequent and intense, especially in tropical regions, reproductive health may be at greater risk than ever before.
Can lotus leaves work as sun shields? Youth in China turn to nature for DIY summer protection
June 29, 2025 2:01 pm
Viral videos show young people using lotus leaves as full-face masks to beat the heat and UV rays, and securing them with helmets, hats, or straps.
A, O, or AB: Is one blood group likely to feel hotter than others?
June 26, 2025 11:30 am
Regardless of blood group, staying cool, drinking enough fluids, and avoiding direct sun are vital tips to beat the heat
After cool start to June, Punjab witnesses all-time high power demand of 16,249 MW amid heatwave
June 10, 2025 9:33 pm
After an unusually cool start to June, with good rainfall last month keeping temperatures in check, the return of summer heat has caused a sharp rise in temperatures in Punjab.
3 foods to avoid in hot weather; nutritionist shares better alternatives
April 05, 2025 2:32 pm
Consuming cooling, hydrating foods can help regulate body temperature and keep you comfortable in the heat.
With a very hot summer ahead, how prepared is India?
April 03, 2025 7:27 pm
IMD has said this summer will be extremely warm, and have above-normal heatwave days, which can have severe impacts. Although several states have heat action plans, their implementation is inadequate
SUMMER HEAT PHOTOS
Reasons your period may feel heavier and more painful during summer, according to a gynaecologist
June 17, 2025 11:17 am
This is how summer heat, dehydration, and lifestyle changes can make your periods worse
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