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Eastern India on high alert as cyclone Yagi's new depression may cause another rain spell

Experts anticipate that Cyclone Yagi’s remnants could develop into a deep depression due to its strong organization and intense convection. A 72-hour alert has been issued for Bihar, West Bengal, Jharkhand, and North Odisha in anticipation of significant rainfall and associated risks.

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AICTE and OPPO India launch nationwide e-waste drive in colleges under 'Generation Green' campaign

AICTE and OPPO India have launched the second phase of their ‘Generation Green’ campaign with a nationwide e-waste awareness drive at Ramjas College, Delhi. This initiative aims to educate youth on responsible e-waste disposal and promote sustainability. Over 5,000 students are engaged in activities to spread awareness, with a goal to reach 10 lakh students by 2024.

Typhoon Yagi hits China

2 dead, 92 others injured as Typhoon Yagi strikes China's Hainan province

Yagi, the 11th typhoon of this year, made two landfalls in China on Sep 6, first striking Hainan and later Guangdong province.

University of Science and Technology, Meghalaya (USTM)

Assam, Meghalaya form joint committee to probe flood allegations

Assam Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma had accused the University of Science and Technology, Meghalaya (USTM) of being responsible for a ‘flood jihad’ after heavy rains inundated Guwahati on Aug 5.

Andhra Pradesh chief minister N Chandrababu Naidu visiting a flood-affected area

Heavy rains disrupt Telangana and Andhra Pradesh, severely impact rail and road traffic

The heavy rainfall has led to significant disruptions, including the closure of educational institutions in affected districts such as Hyderabad and Vijayawada. The extensive waterlogging has severely impacted rail and road traffic.

9-year-old Indian girl earns global recognition as she bags runner-up prize at Wildlife Photographer of the Year 2024

Shreyovi Mehta, a fifth grader from Faridabad (Delhi-NCR), captured a stunning image of two peafowl as she was on a morning walk with her parents in the forests of Keoladev National Park in Bharatpur, Rajasthan.

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Iran village hits 82.2°C heat index: Possible global record

The temperature at Dayrestan Airport was noted as 38.8°C at 10:30 am on Aug 28, according to data from the US National Weather Service, which gathers global data from METAR reports used by aviation and meteorology professionals.