With maximum daily temperatures around 25°C and minimum temperatures around 22°C, conditions are ideal for dengue and chikungunya-spreading mosquitoes. Experts fear an increase in dengue cases if these temperatures persist, as these mosquitoes, sensitive to temperature changes, primarily bite during the day and can hatch eggs months later. Karnataka has one of the highest dengue …
Several parts of Delhi recorded moderate to heavy rainfall on Wednesday, which brought down the maximum temperature and provided much-needed relief from prevalent humid conditions. The India Meteorological Department (IMD) has forecast light rainfall on Thursday and issued a yellow alert for Friday, predicting light to moderate rainfall. Dark clouds hover over Connaught Place on …
Researchers from the University of Groningen (the Netherlands) and colleagues from France and Germany studied how fever affects antimicrobial resistance. They found that a slight temperature increase from 37 to 40 degrees Celsius significantly increased mutation rates in E. coli bacteria. This could promote antibiotic resistance. If confirmed in humans, controlling fever could be a …
The situation in Rajasthan due to the persisting heatwave remained dire on Sunday, with at least eight cities crossing the 45°C-mark and the India Meteorological Department predicting a further rise of 1-2°C over the next 48 hours. The situation in Rajasthan due to the persisting heatwave remained dire on Sunday, with at least eight cities …
Wandering outdoors during peak heat hours is strongly discouraged and keeping yourself hydrated with water, fruits, vegetables, buttermilk, lemonade and coconut water is advised. (PTI File) A red alert has been issued due to the severe heat wave conditions across the city and its surrounding area. The temperature in Delhi has been rising and recently, …
The Delhi-NCR region is experiencing an intense heatwave, with temperatures exceeding 45°C at ten locations on Saturday. The highest recorded temperature was 46.8°C in Mungeshpur, northwest Delhi. The IMD has issued a ‘red alert’ for the entire region including Delhi, Noida, Gurgaon, Ghaziabad and Faridabad, warning of severe heat conditions for the next few days.Mercury …
Tardigrades, commonly known as ‘water bears,’ are eight-legged microscopic invertebrates renowned for their ability to withstand extreme stressors. Limb retraction and substantial decreases to their internal water store results in the tun state, greatly increasing their ability to survive. Emergence from the tun state and activity regain follows stress removal, where resumption of life cycle …
The Earth and the Solar System are fascinating subjects, encompassing a wide range of scientific disciplines, including astronomy, geology, and physics and their overview includes: a. The Earth: Structure: Earth is composed of layers, including the crust, mantle, outer core, and inner core. Each layer has unique properties and compositions. Atmosphere: Our planet is enveloped …
As the temperature in Sweden dropped to bone-chilling levels, a social media influencer from the country showed its impact on people. Elvira Lundgren demonstrated how unfavourable the weather is by freezing her hair in the icy -30 degrees Celsius temperature. Since she shared the video, it went viral on social media, garnering a flurry of …
Several parts of Delhi-NCR woke up to dense fog on Saturday, accompanied by a bone-chilling cold wave. The national capital, already grappling with chilly weather, experienced a further dip in temperature as the cold wave tightened its grip. Residents navigated through thick blankets of fog, with the mercury levels plummeting, making it a challenging morning …