Science & Health

Delhi: IMD issues yellow alert for light rain, predicts drop in temperature

Dense fog, rain in Delhi-NCR parts; 29 trains delayed

Delhi-NCR woke up to heavy fog and light rain on Thursday, causing transportation disruptions, with 29 trains delayed and many flights. The India Meteorological Department (IMD) has issued a 'yellow' alert, warning of dense fog conditions and light rain throughout the day.

Jan 16, 2025

Kerala: Yellow alert in 6 districts; rain, thunderstorm till October 11

Weather department predicts heavy rain in nine TN districts

The Regional Meteorological Centre (RMC) has forecast heavy rain in nine districts of Tamil Nadu on January 18 and January 19.

Jan 16, 2025

Intense cold continues in J&K, Srinagar records minus 4.8 degrees

Mercury continued its free fall in the valley on Wednesday as the Meteorological (MeT) office forecast cloudy weather with snowfall at isolated higher reaches in Jammu and Kashmir during the next 24 hours.

Jan 15, 2025

Dense fog in Delhi-NCR: 184 flights delayed, 26 trains running late

A thick fog enveloped the national capital and surrounding areas early Wednesday morning, severely affecting visibility and causing widespread transportation disruptions. At least seven flights were cancelled, while 184 others were delayed. Additionally, 26 trains heading to Delhi were running late, with six train schedules altered due to the low visibility.

Jan 15, 2025

Heavy rains kill at least 11 in southeast Brazil

Heavy rains in southeastern Brazil have claimed the lives of at least 11 people, including nine who were killed in landslides in the valley region of Minas Gerais state during Sunday morning, said local authorities.

Jan 13, 2025

Study shows tumour DNA in blood can predict lung cancer outcome

A team of British scientists has found that a blood test used to detect circulating tumour DNA can predict the outcome of lung cancer.

Jan 13, 2025

224 cholera cases recorded in Angola with 18 deaths

Angola has registered 224 cholera cases, the Ministry of Health reported.

Jan 13, 2025

Flights delayed, cancelled at Chennai airport due to Bhogi festival smoke

The Chennai airport cancelled the arrival of three Indigo flights from Delhi and Bengaluru on Monday morning due to poor visibility caused by smoke from the burning of old clothes and tyres during the Bhogi festival.

Jan 13, 2025

Surge in arrival of migratory birds in TN's Pallikaranai after removal of encroachments

Migratory birds arrive in huge numbers after TN's Pallikaranai removes encroachments

Following the removal of encroachments, the Pallikaranai marshland in Tamil Nadu's Mettukuppam has witnessed the arrival of more than 10,000 birds from 100 different species, including 70 migratory species.

Jan 13, 2025

Delhi's air quality still in 'poor' category as cold wave persists, dense fog covers capital

After weeks of enduring air quality in the "very poor" category, Delhi witnessed an improvement, with the Air Quality Index (AQI) recorded at 282, placing it in the "poor" category on Monday at 8 a.m., as per the Central Pollution Control Board (CPCB).

Jan 13, 2025

Study links reel addiction with high BP in young, middle-aged people

Even as watching short videos or reels on social media platforms has become an integral part of the daily lives of young and middle-aged people, a new study shows that addiction to this can lead to high blood pressure.

Jan 12, 2025

16 dead in Los Angeles wildfires, officials warn of worsening conditions

Los Angeles wildfires claim 16 lives, situation expected to deteriorate

Los Angeles is currently grappling with a series of devastating wildfires. These fires, which ignited last week, have claimed at least 16 lives, obliterated over 12,000 structures, and disrupted the lives of countless residents. The fires continue to rage across different parts of Los Angeles County, leading to widespread disruptions, including school closures and the cancellation of numerous entertainment, sports, and community events.

Jan 12, 2025

Dense fog grips Delhi-NCR; IMD predicts light rain

A thick layer of fog enveloped Delhi-NCR on Saturday morning, with the India Meteorological Department (IMD) predicting cloudy skies and light rain in the region.

Jan 11, 2025

Global diagnosed HIV prevalence to reach over 2.2 mn in 2033: Report

The diagnosed prevalent cases of human immunodeficiency virus (HIV) are projected to increase globally at an annual growth rate (AGR) of 0.90 per cent from 2.00 million in 2023 to 2.18 million in 2033, according to a report on Friday.

Jan 10, 2025

America's wildfire risk: More people living in harm's way

The rapid spread of wildfires across the Los Angeles region has forced thousands of residents to evacuate their homes. The two main blazes, the Palisades and Eaton fires, have been fueled by weather conditions, and their origins are still under investigation. These areas, known as the wildland-urban interface (WUI), are becoming increasingly dangerous as climate change fuels more intense fires.

Jan 10, 2025