Delhi-NCR Thunderstorm: Gusty Winds, Rain, AQI Improves

Delhi-NCR residents received an emergency weather alert on Thursday evening warning of severe thunderstorm and winds up to 90kmph. Actual winds reached 70kmph at Palam. Rain improved air quality to satisfactory after 21 days.

Heavy Rain, Gusty Winds Destroy Farms in Tumakuru

Heavy rain and gusty winds have caused widespread damage to farms in Tumakuru, Karnataka, particularly in villages like Mattihalli, Gurugadahalli, and Tadasur, destroying banana and other crops.

Kerala Trawling Ban from June 9 to July 31

Kerala's annual 52-day trawling ban begins June 9 midnight, ending July 31. The monsoon ban, effective since 1988, aims to protect fish breeding. Control rooms and patrol boats are deployed.

Karnataka Rail Dream Sparks Western Ghats Clash

A proposed railway line in Karnataka's Western Ghats has reignited a debate between development and environmental conservation, pitting infrastructure needs against ecological concerns.

Old Mortar Shell Defused in Poonch Park

An old mortar shell was found in a park near Sher-i-Kashmir Bridge in Poonch, Jammu and Kashmir. The bomb disposal squad safely defused it after a youth alerted police.

Rare Blue Moon and Micromoon to Illuminate Chennai Skies

Chennai will witness a rare Blue Moon combined with a micromoon on Sunday night. Despite the name, the moon won't appear blue; it's the second full moon in a month. The micromoon occurs near apogee, making it slightly smaller and dimmer.

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