Summer

Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Sunday urged people to stay hydrated in view of soaring temperatures across the country. In his monthly radio broadcast Mann Ki Baat, he said people should take extra precautions when stepping out in the sun. "With temperatures soaring across much of the country, it is important to take extra care. Stay hydrated. If you need to step out in the sun, do so cautiously and take necessary precautions," he said. "Keep drinking water. Don't forget the guidelines issued by various government departments in this regard either," he said. Prime Minister Modi had on Wednesday last also urged citizens to take maximum precautions as the country is witnessing soaring temperatures, and said staying hydrated is key during such harsh weather. Modi also referred to the king of fruits, saying there is hardly a home where mangoes are not talked about in the summer season. He noted that every region has its own mango and its own aroma. "Hapus or alphonso of Maharashtra

Conflict in West Asia has choked a fifth of global LNG supply, but that hasn't resulted in extreme price spikes seen during previous energy crises, mainly due to weak Chinese imports

Researchers said surveyed homes showed little cooling after sunset, with nighttime indoor temperatures continuing to remain between 32°C and 35.5°C

Monsoon may arrive over Andaman and Nicobar Islands around May 14-16: IMD

Despite the uncertain backdrop of geopolitical tensions and economic challenges, 77 per cent of Indians are confident about travelling this summer, according to Skyscanner's 'Smarter Summer Report'. The report, which surveyed 2,000 Indian respondents, highlights that nearly 9 in 10 Indians have either planned or already booked their summer 2026 holiday, showcasing a strong desire to travel in the coming months. Released on Tuesday, the annual report delves into the evolving travel preferences of Indian travellers, offering insights into destination choices, the impact of fluctuating airfares, and shifting attitudes towards flexibility and budgeting. "Indian travellers are not stepping back; they are adapting within constraints. Instead of cancelling, they are staying flexible on where they go, with many willing to switch destinations in response to changing costs and conditions. "This growing openness to alternative and lesser-known destinations signals a more confident and ...

A global conflict, rising input costs, and strict government controls are squeezing India’s beer industry just as demand is set to surge.

Delhi recorded its highest temperature of the season at 42.8 degrees Celsius as IMD warns of continued heatwave conditions across north and central India

As temperatures soar, quick commerce (qcom) platforms are witnessing sharp growth in categories linked to cooling, hydration, and seasonal food

India's harsh summers are turning skincare from a routine into a necessity, pushing consumers to spend more on protection, hydration and comfort in increasingly extreme weather conditions

IMD flags rising temperatures across India with heatwave alerts in several states, even as parts of northeast, northwest and south gear up for rainfall and thunderstorms in coming days

Airlines will be operating lesser number of flights in the current summer schedule as the civil aviation authorities decided to be 'little more moderate" in approving the number of services in the backdrop of IndiGo's massive operational disruptions last December. A highly-placed source said the civil aviation ministry and regulator DGCA do not want a situation similar to what happened at IndiGo in December last year. The summer schedules of the airline have been approved after taking into consideration the availability of aircraft, pilots and other aspects, the source said. In the domestic summer schedule, airlines are set to operate at least 10 per cent less flights compared to the number flights flown during the same period a year ago. Aviation watchdog DGCA has published the domestic flights summer schedule, which is from March 29 to October 24, for nine scheduled airlines. During the 2025 summer schedule, there were 25,610 weekly flights and this time, a 10 per cent reduction

Strong summer demand, low base and inventory push to support AC growth despite price hikes, raw material inflation and evolving energy efficiency norms

The weather department has forecast thunderstorms, lightning and the possibility of hailstorms in Delhi over the next two days

Delhi is expected to witness a significant rise in electricity demand this summer, with peak levels likely to cross 9,000 MW, officials said on Thursday. According to the State Load Dispatch Centre (SLDC) figures, last year, Delhi's peak power demand was 8,442 MW. A BSES spokesperson said that peak power demand in BRPL discom areas of South and West Delhi, which clocked 3,798 MW demand last summer, is expected to reach around 3,997 MW this summer. On the other hand, in the BYPL discom area of East and Central Delhi, the peak power demand, which peaked at 1,824 MW last summer, is expected to touch around 1,991 MW this year. Delhi's peak power demand breached the 7,000 MW mark for the first time peaking at 7,016 MW - in 2018. The expected demand of over 9,000 MW represents an increase of over 300 per cent over the peak power demand of 2,879 MW in 2002. Based on current demand growth trends, Delhi's peak power demand is likely to cross the 10,000 MW mark by around 2028-2029, depend

The Kerala government on Tuesday decided to allocate Rs 1 crore each to district collectors to strengthen measures to deal with summer-related challenges across the state. The decision was taken at a meeting on summer disaster mitigation chaired by Chief Minister Pinarayi Vijayan. Officials have been asked to remain vigilant about issues such as drought, drinking water shortages, wildlife attacks, lightning, heat-related health problems and fire incidents during the coming months, a CMO release said here. The chief minister directed that district-level preparedness meetings be held and local bodies prepare heat action plans. A model plan has already been prepared by Moodadi grama panchayat in Kozhikode district, and other local self-government institutions have been asked to follow a similar approach. Authorities have also been asked to conduct a wide public awareness campaign on heat safety. The health department will start special heat clinics, while primary health centres will

Early summer-like conditions are emerging across large parts of India as temperatures rise above seasonal averages, with the IMD warning of warmer days ahead

The India Meteorological Department (IMD) has cautioned that maximum temperatures are likely to stay 4-6 degrees Celsius above normal in many parts of the country on most days this week

Above-normal heatwave days are expected over most parts of the country between March and May, the India Meteorological Department (IMD) said in its monthly forecast on Saturday. These parts include West Rajasthan, Gujarat, Haryana, Punjab, southern and eastern Maharashtra, eastern Uttar Pradesh, Bihar, Jharkhand, Gangetic West Bengal, Odisha, Chhattisgarh, Telangana, Andhra Pradesh, and parts of north Karnataka and north Tamil Nadu. "During the MarchAprilMay (MAM) season, the increased likelihood of heatwave conditions may pose significant risks to public health, water resources, power demand, and essential services, particularly affecting vulnerable populations such as the elderly, children, outdoor workers, and individuals with pre-existing medical conditions," IMD DG Mrutyunjay Mohapatra said at a press conference here. During March, however, maximum temperatures are likely to be normal to below normal over many parts of the country, except northeast and east India, and some part

As summer approaches with a steady rise in temperatures, Mother Dairy on Wednesday said it expects 30 per cent growth across key categories such as ice creams, curd, and dairy beverages. "With an early onset and a steady rise in temperatures, this year's summer season looks promising for the industry as a whole. We anticipate upwards of 30% growth across key categories such as ice creams, curd, dairy beverages, etc. and are fully geared to meet this surge with enhanced capacities, a robust cold chain, and early asset mobilisation," Mother Dairy Deputy Managing Director Jayatheertha Chary said in a statement. He said, innovation and product localisation are at the heart of our summer plans across both ice cream and fresh dairy portfolios. The wholly-owned subsidiary of the National Dairy Development Board (NDDB) highlighted that consumers can look forward to around 30 new offerings - from an industry-first 2-in-1 Matka and Tubs, indulgent Premium Cups and Cones in exciting flavours,

Companies prepare for summer demand after last year's weather disruption