Thiruvananthapuram: Rising temperatures across Kerala have led to a record surge in electricity consumption, with the state registering a peak demand of 5,933 MW on Monday evening—the highest ever recorded. Officials said the total power usage for the day stood at 112.16 million units, marking the highest consumption for the month so far. Barring high-range Read More…
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Delhi Wakes to Warm Morning at 19.5°C, IMD Warns of Impending Heatwave
New Delhi: The national capital recorded a minimum temperature of 19.5 degrees Celsius on Saturday, April 5, 2025 — slightly above the seasonal average by 0.7 degrees. According to the India Meteorological Department (IMD), strong surface winds are expected during the day, with the maximum temperature likely to soar to 39°C. The IMD has also Read More…
Severe Heatwave Alert: India Braces for Rising Temperatures Amid Rainfall Deficit
The India Meteorological Department (IMD) has sounded a heatwave warning for multiple regions, forecasting above-normal temperatures in the coming days. February 2025 has been recorded as the hottest February since 1901, with an average temperature soaring to 22.04°C. Adding to the concerns, India experienced a 59% rainfall deficit between January and February, with central India Read More…
IMD Warns of Record-Breaking March Heat: ‘Unusually Hot Month Ahead’
New Delhi: The India Meteorological Department (IMD) has issued a warning about an exceptionally hot March this year, with both daytime and nighttime temperatures expected to remain above normal levels. A senior IMD official stated that the month is likely to witness prolonged heat spells, making it one of the hottest Marches in recent history. Read More…
Severe Heatwave Alert in Kerala: Temperatures to Soar Up to 39°C, Yellow Alert Issued
Thiruvananthapuram: Kerala is bracing for extreme heat as the India Meteorological Department (IMD) issues a heatwave warning for the state. A yellow alert has been declared in Kasaragod and Kannur, where temperatures are expected to reach a scorching 39°C in the coming days. District-Wise Temperature Forecast: The combination of high temperatures and humidity is likely Read More…


