Summers

The Indian Meteorological Department (IMD) issued an alert for several states of India, amid rising temperature. In Odisha, alert has been issued till April 15, asking people not to venture out in scorching heat. In addition, districts of Telangana also witnessed extreme rise in temperature, following which the IMD issued an orange alert. In Andhra Pradesh also, 32 Mandals are under alert. In 2023, Indian states will witness extreme summers… read-more

Amid warm heatwave, the mercury levels increased, taking the temperature over 40 degrees Celsius in cities like Delhi, Allahabad, Jaipur, Kolkata, Jhansi, Lucknow, and others. Of all, Uttar Pradesh logged a record high of 47.4 degrees Celsius for April. This is the hottest summer the nation is witnessing. Schools and colleges also have been shut amid heat. Government has advised people to be cautious while roaming in the sun.

The scorching heatwave over the north Indian plains and hills has subsided while no heatwaves are likely to be experienced in the next five days, IMD said. The temperature is expected to drop by 3-4°C in the next five days. The fall in temperature is due to the south-westerly winds from the Arabian Sea. However, the discomfort will continue owing to an increase in humidity.

As summers are around the corner, Nutritionist Munmun Ganeriwal has proposed 'Variyali Sherbet' made with fennel seeds or saunf as an apt drink. Munmun said the drink, besides being an instant cooler, detoxifies the body and also helps in weight loss as it has anti-oxidant properties. Suggesting to add black raisins and rock-salt for taste, the nutritionist said that 'Variyali Sherbet' helps a person to remain properly hydrated in summers. … read-more