Businesses and communities take precautionary measures to mitigate risks of floods

Businesses and communities take precautionary measures to mitigate risks of floods

SINGAPORE: Mr Tan Chiew Koon’s landed home in a low-lying neighbourhood has weathered several floods over the past few decades. The 79-year-old, whose family has lived in Pasir Panjang for the past 60 years, said floods used to be common there during the year-end monsoon season that brings about more rainfall. In one particularly severe … Read more

‘October heat’ is here. How does it affect your health? How can you stay safe? – Firstpost

‘October heat’ is here. How does it affect your health? How can you stay safe? – Firstpost

Just as you begin to settle into the idea of cooler days and refreshing autumn breezes, October heat rolls in, making it feel like summer isn’t done yet. With unseasonably high temperatures and lingering humidity, this distinctive weather phenomenon follows the rainy season, particularly in tropical regions like India. Unlike the dry heat of summer, … Read more

Hyderabad and other districts of Telangana asked to close schools if needed as rains lash state

Hyderabad and other districts of Telangana asked to close schools if needed as rains lash state

The Southwest monsoon remained active over Telangana, bringing heavy to very heavy rainfall across various districts, including the capital Hyderabad. On Saturday, Hyderabad witnessed heavy waterlogging in some parts of the city, leading to disruption in traffic. Narayanpet witnessed particularly heavy rainfall at isolated spots, while Mahabubabad experienced significant downpours across most areas. Additionally, Warangal, … Read more

Monsoon: Monsoon watch: Heavy rains likely across country

Monsoon: Monsoon watch: Heavy rains likely across country

Heavy rains lash across the country after an erratic monsoon in the month of June and July. Low to moderate flash flood warning has been issued over Haryana, Chandigarh, Delhi, Himachal Pradesh, Uttarakhand, West Bengal, Chhattisgarh, East Madhya Pradesh, Coastal Karnataka, Konkan, and Goa. Isolated heavy to very rainfall likely to continue along the west … Read more

Delhi wakes up to heavy rainfall, IMD predicts more rain

Delhi wakes up to heavy rainfall, IMD predicts more rain

The national capital woke up to heavy rains accompanied by thunderstorms in the early hours of Friday, bringing relief from the persistently humid weather.The India Meteorological Department on X informed that the Delhi and NCR region is likely to experience more rain during the next two hours. “Light rainfall/drizzle is very likely to occur at … Read more

Abhishek Malhan and Isha Malviya come together for Jubin Nautiyal’s ‘Zor Ki Barsaat Hui’ : Bollywood News

Abhishek Malhan and Isha Malviya come together for Jubin Nautiyal’s ‘Zor Ki Barsaat Hui’ : Bollywood News

Following the success of ‘Barsaat Ki Dhun’ and ‘Pehli Baarish Mein’, ‘Zor Ki Barsaat Hui’ will be the third song from the monsoon franchise by T-Series with vocals given by Jubin Nautiyal and produced by Bhushan Kumar. Readers would be aware that the monsoon song series has always captivated audiences with its soulful melodies and … Read more

Light rains, thunderstorm likely in Delhi

Light rains, thunderstorm likely in Delhi

Amid ongoing sultry weather conditions, Delhi is likely to experience light rains on Wednesday with the minimum temperature settling at 31.6 degrees Celsius, 3.7 notches above the season’s normal, according to the India Meteorological Department (IMD). It said the city’s humidity level stood at 62 per cent at 8.30 am. As per the IMD’s forecast, … Read more

Tips to maintain your car and be safe in monsoon – Inspect tyres

Tips to maintain your car and be safe in monsoon – Inspect tyres

Jun 24, 2024, 05:16:35 PM IST Proper tyre care is crucial during monsoons. Check tire pressure regularly, ensuring it meets the manufacturer’s recommendations. Look for signs of wear and tear on the treads, and replace worn-out tires to maintain good grip on wet roads. iStock 2/5 Clean windshield wipers Ensure your windshield wipers are in … Read more

IMD issues orange alert amid severe heatwave | India News

IMD issues orange alert amid severe heatwave | India News

NEW DELHI: Delhi is likely to see rainfall by the end of this month, the India meteorological department (IMD) said on Wednesday and added that the weather is improving in the capital and its adjoining areas. “In Delhi NCR, the temperature is expected to be around 40 degrees C. Monsoon is expected to hit Delhi … Read more

Monsoon likely to reach Mumbai by June 9-10

Monsoon likely to reach Mumbai by June 9-10

Mumbai: The monsoon marked its arrival in Maharashtra on June 6, by entering the southern Konkan region, said DDG of the Regional Meteorological Centre of MumbaiSpeaking with ANI, the Deputy Director General of the Regional Meteorological Centre of Mumbai said, “The monsoon rains arrived in Maharashtra on June 6 by entering from the southern Konkan … Read more