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Apr292025 by Editor DeskNo Comments

Scorching Heat to Stormy Rains: India’s Weather Turns Extreme

Breaking News, Climate Actions, Environment

India is currently witnessing a dramatic clash of weather patterns intense heatwaves in northern states and heavy rainfall accompanied by thunderstorms and hailstorms in parts of the east and south. According to the India Meteorological Department (IMD) while regions like Delhi, Haryana, Punjab, and Rajasthan continue to sizzle, areas such as Odisha, Chhattisgarh, and the Northeast are battling heavy rains and hail. This complex weather situation is a result of a weak western disturbance, cyclonic circulations, and changing temperature gradients across the country. From the hilly terrains of North India to the vast plains, temperatures have soared, intensifying the heatwave gripping the region. However some relief might be in sight due to a weak western disturbance which could lead ...

Apr122025 by Editor DeskNo Comments

Heatwave Deaths in India Vastly Undercounted Researchers Warn

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New Delhi, April 10, 2025 — India soaring heat is killing far more people than official numbers suggest according to new research that reveals serious flaws in how heatwave-related deaths are tracked and reported. Experts say that doctors often fail to list extreme heat as a cause of death, instead writing down only immediate medical reasons like heart failure or dehydration. This leads to a critical underestimation of the true toll, which in turn affects how governments respond and allocate resources to tackle rising temperatures. Between 2000 and 2020, different government bodies reported vastly different figures from around 10,500 to over 20,000 deaths from heat-related causes. But these numbers pale in comparison to peer-reviewed studies, which suggest tens of thousands may be dy...

Apr102025 by Editor DeskNo Comments

La Niña fading India to see normal monsoon in 2025 says Skymet forecast

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India can expect a ‘normal’ southwest monsoon in 2025, according to private weather agency Skymet. The agency has forecasted rainfall at 103% of the long-period average (LPA) of 868.6 mm for the June to September season. In its statement released on April 8, Skymet explained that the brief and weak La Niña phase is now fading, while the usually disruptive El Niño is unlikely to return this season. Instead, neutral conditions in the equatorial Pacific referred to as ENSO-neutral are expected to dominate. This, combined with a potentially positive Indian Ocean Dipole (IOD), sets the stage for a stable and beneficial monsoon. Jatin Singh, Managing Director of Skymet says "ENSO-neutral paired with a positive IOD has historically brought good monsoons, second half of the monsoon season is...

Apr102025 by Editor DeskNo Comments

India launches first high-altitude climate research station in Jammu & Kashmir

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India has taken a major step in climate science with the launch of its first high altitude climate research station in Jammu and Kashmir’s Udhampur district. The station inaugurated by Union Minister Dr. Jitendra Singh is set to boost India’s efforts in climate forecasting and research, especially in the Himalayan region. Located at one of the highest altitudes in the northwestern Himalayas the new facility is expected to play a key role in understanding the changing climate patterns in sensitive mountain ecosystems. It also reflects India’s growing leadership in global climate initiatives under the guidance of Prime Minister Narendra Modi. Dr. Singh during the inauguration ceremony says “This station marks a significant milestone in India's journey toward climate resilience and scie...

Apr102025 by Editor DeskNo Comments

China Mega Dam on Yarlung Tsangpo Raises Water Security Fears in India Bangladesh

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China plan to build the world’s largest hydroelectric dam on the Yarlung Tsangpo river has triggered serious concerns in downstream regions like northeastern India and Bangladesh, with experts warning of the project’s far-reaching environmental and geopolitical impacts. The proposed dam, expected to generate a massive 60,000 megawatts of electricity, is part of China’s growing push for energy dominance. However, critics are calling it a “water bomb” that could severely disrupt the delicate ecosystem of the Brahmaputra river basin and increase the risk of devastating floods in downstream areas. Tapir Gao, a Member of Parliament from Arunachal Pradesh, expressed alarm over the possibility of China releasing large volumes of water without warning. “Such a move could cause flash floods i...

Apr102025 by Editor DeskNo Comments

India Opens High-Altitude Climate Research Centre in Himalayas Boosts Global Role in Climate Science

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India has taken a major step forward in global climate leadership by inaugurating its first Himalayan High Altitude Atmospheric and Climate Research Centre at Nathatop in Jammu & Kashmir. The cutting-edge facility, located 2,250 meters above sea level, was opened by Union Minister Dr. Jitendra Singh and is poised to play a vital role in understanding and tackling the complex challenges of climate change, particularly in the ecologically sensitive Himalayan region. Calling it a “major leap” in India’s climate journey, Dr. Singh emphasized that the Centre would position the country as a global hub for atmospheric and climate science. Strategically located in a low-pollution zone ideal for high-accuracy studies, the research station is expected to significantly boost scientific underst...

Apr92025 by Editor DeskNo Comments

India Temperature Trends Remain a Mystery, Says Harvard Atmospheric Scientist

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India temperature trends continue to baffle climate scientists with one of the leading voices in atmospheric science, Dr. Loretta J Mickley of Harvard University, admitting that experts still don’t fully understand the forces shaping the country’s warming patterns. In an interview wirh Mickley explored the complex role aerosols play in India’s climate and why projections for the future remain highly uncertain. Despite decades of rising global temperatures, India has warmed only about half as much as the rest of the Northern Hemisphere since 1950, based on NASA data using 1951–1980 as a baseline. While this may seem like a positive anomaly, it raises significant scientific questions. Mickley, senior research fellow and co-lead of the Atmospheric Chemistry Modeling Group at Harvard Say...

Mar292025 by Editor DeskNo Comments

India Braces for Intense Summer as IMD Predicts Doubling of Heatwave Days

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The India Meteorological Department (IMD) has warned that northwestern parts of the country will likely endure an unusually hot summer, with nearly twice the usual number of heatwave days. Typically, the region experiences five to six heatwave days per season, but this year, the IMD forecasts 10 to 12. Extreme Heat Expected Across West and Central India IMD scientist Soma Sen Roy stated that heatwave conditions will be "slightly above normal," particularly in West and Central India. However, she clarified that this seasonal outlook does not mean every day will be excessively hot. A heatwave is officially declared when temperatures reach at least 40°C in the plains, 30°C in the hills or rise five degrees above the seasonal average. Will 2025 Break Last Year’s Record Heat? Whi...

Mar292025 by Editor DeskNo Comments

India Rising Heat Worsens Water Crisis, Government Efforts and Sustainable Solutions

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India is grappling with an escalating water crisis worse by rising temperatures with 2024 recorded as the hottest year since 1901. As heatwaves intensified the country saw 733 deaths due to extreme heat according to a report by Heat Watch. The gap between water availability and consumption termed the water gap is increasing at an alarming rate. A study in Nature Communications found that India leads globally in water scarcity, with a baseline shortfall of 24.3 cubic km per year. Under a 1.5°C warming scenario, this gap is projected to increase by 11.1 cubic km annually, further straining resources. The worst-affected basins include the Ganga-Brahmaputra (56.1 cubic km per year) and Sabarmati (52.6 cubic km per year), where water demand far exceeds supply. Government Efforts and Su...

Mar212025 by Editor DeskNo Comments

India Biotech Revolution Bill Gates and Dr. Jitendra Singh Discuss Startup Growth and Global Impact

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In a landmark discussion aimed at propelling India biotechnology sector to global prominence Microsoft co-founder and philanthropist Bill Gates met with Union Minister of Science and Technology Dr. Jitendra Singh during his visit to India. The high-profile meeting focused on strengthening public-private partnerships fostering startup innovation, and leveraging India’s expanding biotech and biomanufacturing ecosystem. The meeting, attended by delegations from both sides, explored collaboration in key areas, including gene therapy, vaccine development, and biomanufacturing. Dr. Singh emphasized India’s unprecedented surge in biotech innovations under Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s leadership, citing the Bio E3 Initiative a policy framework focusing on Biotechnology for Economy, Employment...