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IMD Issues Heatwave Warnings and Safety Guidelines Across India
HealthTimes of Indiaindian-express3h ago2 sources

IMD Issues Heatwave Warnings and Safety Guidelines Across India

The Indian Meteorological Department (IMD) has issued heatwave warnings for regions like Pune, where temperatures are expected to reach 42°C, and has also released general safety guidelines advising citizens to stay indoors to beat the heat.

IMD Issues 5-Day Heatwave Alert for Northern India
Healthindian-express5d ago

IMD Issues 5-Day Heatwave Alert for Northern India

The Indian Meteorological Department (IMD) has issued a five-day heatwave alert for several regions in Northern India, including Uttar Pradesh, Chandigarh, Punjab, and Haryana, as many cities experience extreme temperatures.

African Dust Wave Brings Muddy Rain to Greece
Worldrzeczpospolitatelextvn24+18delfi-ltn1-serbiadnevnik-bgindian-expressdanasdh-les-sportsiefimeridaklix-ba+10 more10d ago21 sources

African Dust Wave Brings Muddy Rain to Greece

A new wave of African dust is expected to hit Greece, bringing with it muddy rain and raising health concerns. Temperatures are forecast to reach up to 23°C during this period of dust, clouds, and heat.

El Niño Threatens Global Weather and India's Monsoon with 'Below Normal' Forecast
EnvironmentThe GuardianYahooTimes of India12d ago3 sources

El Niño Threatens Global Weather and India's Monsoon with 'Below Normal' Forecast

Climate experts are warning of a high likelihood that an exceptionally strong 'El Niño' phenomenon could emerge this summer, leading to extreme weather events and record temperatures globally. Amidst these risks, the India Meteorological Department (IMD) has predicted a 'below normal' southwest monsoon for the country, with rainfall forecast at 92% of the long period average.

IMD Forecasts Below-Normal Monsoon Rainfall for India
Sciencehindustan-timesindian-express12d ago2 sources

IMD Forecasts Below-Normal Monsoon Rainfall for India

The Indian Meteorological Department (IMD) has reiterated its forecast for a below-normal southwest monsoon season, predicting rainfall at 92% of the long-period average due to the looming El Nino shadow.

Ukrainian Drones Again Damage Russia's Ust-Luga Port
WorldAPReutersBBC+60bloombergNYTwsjFTle-mondeThe Guardiannzzyle-uutiset+52 more25d ago63 sources

Ukrainian Drones Again Damage Russia's Ust-Luga Port

Ukrainian drone attacks have again damaged Russia's Ust-Luga port in the Baltic Sea, a key fuel export hub, according to the governor, following previous attacks that also damaged a school and resulted in injuries.

Péter Magyar Alleges Secret Service Operation Against Tisza Party, Video Goes Viral
Politicsder-standardtelexhvg1mo ago3 sources

Péter Magyar Alleges Secret Service Operation Against Tisza Party, Video Goes Viral

Péter Magyar revealed that the Israeli-developed Candiru spyware was found on Tisza Party computers, alleging a secret service operation against the party. A former National Bureau of Investigation captain's video detailing how the Constitutional Protection Office used police against Tisza Party IT specialists has since gone viral, garnering over a million views.

Russia Launches Massive Drone Attack on Ukraine on March 24, Causing Casualties
WorldAPReutersBBC+25The Guardiantagesschauukrainska-pravdaaftonbladetberlingskeorfdie-pressedelfi-lt+17 more1mo ago28 sources

Russia Launches Massive Drone Attack on Ukraine on March 24, Causing Casualties

Russia has launched a massive drone attack, firing nearly 400 drones at Ukraine, with signs indicating the start of a spring offensive, following previous massive strikes on critical infrastructure that caused power outages in multiple regions. On March 24, Russia launched nearly 1,000 UAVs, with Ukrainian air defense downing 541. These strikes on Khmelnytskyi, Zhytomyr, and Vinnytsia oblasts resulted in one person killed and 13 injured.

Greek Government Prepared for All Middle East Crisis Scenarios
PoliticsThe GuardianAl JazeeraSCMP+13France 24orfn1-serbiadnevnik-bgil-sole-24-oreindian-expressdanasiefimerida+5 more1mo ago16 sources

Greek Government Prepared for All Middle East Crisis Scenarios

The Greek government has been prepared for all scenarios since the beginning of the conflict in Iraq, demonstrating strong reflexes and the ability to manage major and difficult crises, according to Theodorikakos.

Iran Vows Retaliation After Larijani Killing, Claims Havoc in Occupied Territories
WorldNYTThe GuardianAl Jazeera+26tagesschauFrance 24index-hrhinduobservadoraktuality-skhaaretzindian-express+18 more1mo ago29 sources

Iran Vows Retaliation After Larijani Killing, Claims Havoc in Occupied Territories

Tehran has vowed vengeance after the killing of Ali Larijani, with the IRGC claiming to have 'shoveled' US and Israeli gathering points in retaliation and caused havoc in Israeli-occupied territories using new weapons. Iran's Foreign Minister stated that the loss of officials will not affect the country's robust political structure, and Iran is prepared for a long war with the US and Israel, relying on its 'mosaic defense'.

Bulgarian Legal Figures Call for Judicial Council Reforms
Politicsdnevnik-bg2d ago

Bulgarian Legal Figures Call for Judicial Council Reforms

Judge Tsarigradska has urged the Bulgarian Parliament to restrict the powers of the current judicial council, while Ekimdzhiev advocates for the creation of a new judicial body to oversee the re-selection of top officials within the judicial system. Both statements highlight calls for significant judicial reform.

Varied Weather Forecasts Across Europe and Asia
Worldruvaftonbladetlsm-lv+20rzeczpospolitatelextvn24vgmorgunbladiddigi24index-hrn1-serbia+12 more4d ago23 sources

Varied Weather Forecasts Across Europe and Asia

Weather forecasts across multiple regions predict a mix of conditions, including warm and sunny spells in some areas, while others anticipate cooler temperatures, clouds, and potential rain, with some changes expected in the coming days.

IMD Forecasts Sharp Weather Divide Across West Bengal
Environmentindian-express12d ago

IMD Forecasts Sharp Weather Divide Across West Bengal

The Indian Meteorological Department (IMD) has predicted a distinct weather pattern for West Bengal this week, with southern regions experiencing dry heat. In contrast, northern parts of the state are expected to receive rainfall, highlighting a significant meteorological divide.

Zelenskyy Secures Defense Cooperation with UAE Amid Gulf Visits
WorldAPBBCle-monde+67Al Jazeeradr-dkcnbcnosruvtagesschauukrainska-pravdafaz+59 more28d ago70 sources

Zelenskyy Secures Defense Cooperation with UAE Amid Gulf Visits

Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy visited the United Arab Emirates, securing a new defense cooperation agreement and discussing security. This visit follows a defense deal with Saudi Arabia, as Ukraine seeks broader arms partnerships with Gulf states to counter Iranian drones.

Ukrainian Drone Strikes Cause Fire at Russia's Ust-Luga Oil Port in Largest Attack of Year
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Ukrainian Drone Strikes Cause Fire at Russia's Ust-Luga Oil Port in Largest Attack of Year

Ukrainian forces launched a large-scale overnight drone strike on Russia’s Leningrad Oblast, causing explosions and a fire at the Ust-Luga oil port, which handles significant oil exports, and hitting energy infrastructure. Authorities confirmed firefighters are battling the blaze at the Baltic Sea port in what is described as the largest drone attack of the year.

Delhi-NCR Experiences Unusual Fog and Rain
EnvironmentTimes of Indiaindian-expressndtv1mo ago3 sources

Delhi-NCR Experiences Unusual Fog and Rain

Delhi-NCR woke up to dense, unusual fog accompanied by rain and thunderstorms. The India Meteorological Department (IMD) forecasts that this cool spell and precipitation are likely to continue across North India.

US Intelligence Concludes China Not Planning Taiwan Invasion by 2027
WorldbloombergwsjAl Jazeera+13yle-uutisetle-figaroder-standarddie-pressemorgunbladidThe Independentindex-hrobservador+5 more1mo ago16 sources

US Intelligence Concludes China Not Planning Taiwan Invasion by 2027

US intelligence agencies have softened their outlook, now believing China's leadership prefers peaceful unification with Taiwan and is not expected to invade by 2027, an assessment reiterated ahead of a Trump-Xi summit.

Iran President Confirms Intelligence Minister Esmail Khatib Assassinated
WorldBBCnzztagesschau+14fazberlingskeDWrzeczpospolitatvn24index-hrTimes of Indiahindustan-times+6 more1mo ago17 sources

Iran President Confirms Intelligence Minister Esmail Khatib Assassinated

Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian confirmed the death of intelligence minister Esmail Khatib, condemning it as a “cowardly assassination” after Israel reported killing him in a 'precise strike' in Tehran.

German Intelligence: Russia Downplays War Costs
Worlddie-presse1mo ago

German Intelligence: Russia Downplays War Costs

According to German intelligence, Russia is downplaying the economic consequences of its war against Ukraine, with the actual state of its economy and budget being significantly worse than officially reported.

IMD Forecasts Above-Normal Heatwave Days for India
EnvironmentTimes of India1mo ago

IMD Forecasts Above-Normal Heatwave Days for India

India's Meteorological Department (IMD) predicts an above-normal number of heatwave days across several states between March and May, with prolonged high temperatures expected. While March may see moderate temperatures, the IMD warns of significant risks in the coming months.

Russia Arrests German Woman on Terrorism Charges
PoliticsReutersFTAl Jazeera+47dr-dktimes-uknostagesschauukrainska-pravdafazaftonbladetDW+39 more5d ago50 sources

Russia Arrests German Woman on Terrorism Charges

Russian authorities detained a 57-year-old German woman, accusing her of terrorism and possessing explosives with a plan to attack a police building. Moscow suggested the incident could be a "false flag" operation.

Fugitive Bolsonaro Ally Arrested by US Immigration
PoliticsAPle-mondewapo+16The GuardianAl Jazeeradr-dknosaftonbladetDWle-figaroSCMP+8 more11d ago19 sources

Fugitive Bolsonaro Ally Arrested by US Immigration

Alexandre Ramagem, Brazil's former intelligence chief and an ally of Jair Bolsonaro, who was convicted in a 2022 coup attempt, has been arrested by US immigration authorities. He was apprehended by ICE while a fugitive in the United States.

IMD Forecasts Continued Rain and Thunderstorms Across Delhi and North India
Environmenthindustan-timesindian-expressndtv25d ago3 sources

IMD Forecasts Continued Rain and Thunderstorms Across Delhi and North India

The Indian Meteorological Department (IMD) has issued an orange alert for Delhi, forecasting rain, thunderstorms, and lightning until Tuesday evening, and now warns of continued rainfall activity and thunderstorms across parts of Punjab, Haryana, Chandigarh, Delhi, west Uttar Pradesh, and west Rajasthan this week.

India's Fuel Prices Stable Amid Global Surges; Government Continues Excise Duty Cuts
BusinessFTNHK Worlddennik-n+16n1-serbiairish-timesTimes of Indiahindustan-timesindian-expressjapan-timesn1-bihndtv+8 more28d ago19 sources

India's Fuel Prices Stable Amid Global Surges; Government Continues Excise Duty Cuts

Despite global crude oil surges, petrol and diesel prices in major Indian cities have remained largely stable, with the government's excise duty cuts of Rs 10 a litre and strategic measures continuing to shield consumers from international price volatility.

IMD Issues Thunderstorm Alerts Across India
EnvironmentTimes of India1mo ago

IMD Issues Thunderstorm Alerts Across India

The India Meteorological Department (IMD) has issued alerts for a widespread spell of thunderstorms, rainfall, and gusty winds expected to affect several parts of the country over the coming days.

Iranian President Confirms Intelligence Minister Killed; Foreign Minister Dismisses Impact of Deaths
WorldNYTwapoAl Jazeera+24Fox NewscnbcfazberlingskeDWSCMPorfdie-presse+16 more1mo ago27 sources

Iranian President Confirms Intelligence Minister Killed; Foreign Minister Dismisses Impact of Deaths

Iran's president confirmed that Intelligence Minister Esmaeil Khatib was killed by an Israeli airstrike, the latest assassination of a top Iranian official, following the death of security chief Ali Larijani. Despite this, Iran's Foreign Minister stated that the deaths of Khatib and Larijani would not harm the country's governance, asserting that the absence of an individual does not affect the state's structure.

Last Total Lunar Eclipse Until 2029 Is Coming Tomorrow
ScienceYahooTimes of Indiahindustan-times+3ndtvsbs-newstempo-english1mo ago6 sources

Last Total Lunar Eclipse Until 2029 Is Coming Tomorrow

On Tuesday March 3, the Moon will pass directly through Earth's shadow, creating a total lunar eclipse. Best of all, Australia and Aotearoa New Zealand are in a prime position to watch the show.