Heatwave

Mass power blackout hits Europe's Balkan countries amid severe summer heatwave

Bosnia's state power company said that the outage was caused by problems in a regional distribution line, while Albania's state power company said the 'extreme heat' caused the problem

Explained: How heat affects your smartphone and how to keep it safe

As the world witnesses one of its hottest summers, you are finding ways to keep yourself cool. But what about your phone? Yes, your devices are at risk

A class question: Why some groups are more at risk from heatwaves than others

As climate change intensifies, heatwaves are becoming more frequent, impacting vulnerable groups disproportionately. From rural agricultural labourers to the poor in cities, those lacking access to healthcare and cooling facilities face heightened risks. Globally, lower-income countries bear the brunt of rising temperatures, exacerbating inequalities

110 heatwave deaths, most in UP, Bihar; over 40,000 heatstroke cases across India: Health Ministry sources

With 36 casualties, Uttar Pradesh reported the highest number of heatwave deaths in the country, followed by Bihar (17), and Rajasthan (16)

Why high nighttime temperatures are bad news for Delhi

Delhi recorded its highest minimum temperature since 1969 on Tuesday night with the mercury touching 35.2 degrees Celsius. Experts have raised alarm about the city witnessing warm nights after scorching throughout the day

Heatstroke unit and more beds: How Delhi hospitals are handling heat-related emergencies

Hospitals in the Delhi-NCR are seeing an influx of patients with complaints of heatstroke and heat exhaustion as the mercury continues to soar. At least 52 bodies were brought to hospitals in the past two days. The state government has ordered all hospitals to ensure immediate attention to patients and make more beds available

68 Indian pilgrims die during Hajj due to extreme heat, death toll rises to 600

Fatalities have also been confirmed by Indonesia, Iran, Senegal, Tunisia and Iraq's autonomous Kurdistan region, though in many cases authorities have not specified the cause

10 heat related deaths in Delhi-NCR, JP Nadda directs special heatwave units in central hospital

Union Health Minister JP Nadda reviewed the heatwave situation and preparedness of the Central government hospitals on Tuesday. He directed the officials to ensure that all hospitals are prepared for providing the best healthcare to those affected from heatwave

Tourists in Greece keep disappearing and turning up dead. Is extreme heat the reason?

Temperatures have soared above 40 degrees Celsius in Greece as the holiday season gets underway. Now, a half a dozen tourists have been reported dead or missing over the past week. But what do experts say? Is extreme heat really to blame?

Hajj pilgrimage deaths: Over 500 pilgrims die of heatstroke as Mecca's temperature soar over 50°C

Most of the rituals of the Hajj, an annual pilgrimage that Muslims are obligated to make at least once in their lifetime, are held outside under the direct sun. Pilgrims are often exposed to extreme heat as they walk around the Kaaba in circles