Kolkata is experiencing a heatwave as temperatures soar above 40°C, with Dum Dum recording 41.5°C. The forecast predicts further rise, with no relief until the latter half of the week. Last year's highest April maximum of 41°C is likely to be surpassed. While the minimum temperature remains stable, an orange alert is issued till Tuesday, warning against sun exposure and advising hydration. Vulnerable groups are cautioned against heat-related ailments. Rising southerly winds may stabilize the minimum temperature. The Met office suggests precautionary measures for the public.

Over 2,100 people near Indonesia's Mount Ruang were evacuated due to ongoing eruptions. The volcano has erupted at least three times, sending ash up to 1,200 meters high. This poses risks of ashfall, falling rocks, and hot volcanic clouds, plus potential tsunamis. Manado's airport remains closed due to ash in the air. Satellite images show ash spreading across several areas. The situation is being monitored closely by authorities. Stay tuned for updates on this developing story.

West Bengal and Odisha are bracing for severe heatwaves, with temperatures soaring. Odisha has recorded its first sunstroke death, with Laxmikanta Sahu, 62, succumbing to the heat. Boudh and Baripada in Odisha saw temperatures reaching 44.3°C and 44.2°C respectively. 71 people have been hospitalized across the state due to heat-related illnesses, with Sundargarh reporting the most cases. The situation is dire, with the India Meteorological Department warning of continued heatwave conditions until April 22. Stay safe and take necessary precautions to beat the heat.

Temperatures in Odisha and West Bengal soar to 43°C, prompting severe heatwave alerts till April 21. The India Meteorological Department warns of scorching conditions, 7°C above normal. Kolkata and Bhubaneshwar brace for 42°C heat. Orange alerts issued, urging precautions. Residents advised to wear light clothes, stay hydrated, and avoid outdoor activities.

A magnitude 6.3 earthquake rattled southwestern Japan, with the epicenter located west of Uwajima. No tsunami warnings were issued, and no damages were reported. The Japan Meteorological Agency assured the public of no tsunami risk. Despite the strong jolt felt in some areas, no abnormalities were detected at the nearby Ikata nuclear power plant. Vigilance for aftershocks was advised, typical for quake-prone Japan. Sitting atop major tectonic plates, Japan experiences frequent seismic activity, with the 2011 earthquake and tsunami being the most devastating in recent history, leading to the Fukushima nuclear disaster.

The India Meteorological Department (IMD) has issued a heatwave alert for Odisha, West Bengal, Jharkhand, Maharashtra, Andhra Pradesh, Telangana, and Puducherry, with temperatures expected to soar over the next few days. IMD Director Manorama Mohanty reported temperatures exceeding 41 degrees Celsius in multiple cities, with coastal humidity levels ranging from 40% to 80%. Severe heatwave warnings are in place for Odisha until April 19 and West Bengal until April 21. Additionally, rainfall is forecasted for Jammu and Kashmir, Himachal Pradesh, Uttarakhand, Punjab, Haryana, Delhi, Uttar Pradesh, and Rajasthan, offering some respite from the scorching heat.

Indonesia issued a tsunami alert as volcano Ruang erupted, spewing lava, rocks, and ash three kilometers high. Over 11,000 evacuated, and a provincial airport shut down. The eruption, marked by purple lightning, forced hundreds to flee, with reports of damaged homes and evacuations from a nearby hospital. Transport disruptions ensued, with Air Asia cancelling flights in East Malaysia and Brunei due to safety concerns. Officials widened evacuation zones and warned of a potential tsunami, recalling a deadly 1871 eruption that caused 400 deaths. Authorities remain on high alert as volcanic activity continues.            

Indonesian authorities issued a tsunami alert after Ruang Mountain erupted multiple times, sending ash clouds high into the sky. Over 11,000 people were evacuated from the danger zone on Sulawesi island. The volcano experienced five significant eruptions within a day, prompting the highest alert level. Officials warn tourists and residents to stay at least 6 kilometers away. Concerns mount over potential tsunamis, especially for Tagulandang island residents. Evacuees will be relocated to Manado, six hours away by boat. The incident echoes past disasters, like the 2018 Anak Krakatau eruption that triggered a deadly tsunami.

The India Meteorological Department (IMD) has issued a heatwave alert for several states until April 20, cautioning residents about high temperatures. Heatwave conditions are expected in Odisha, West Bengal, Maharashtra, Andhra Pradesh, Telangana, and others. Meanwhile, northern states like Punjab, Haryana, Delhi, and Rajasthan are forecasted to experience isolated to scattered rainfall with thunderstorms and gusty winds from April 18-20. Residents are advised to take precautions against heat exposure and stay updated on weather advisories.  

Heavy rain hits UAE, flooding Dubai and triggering concerns about cloud seeding. Experts link the downpour to artificial rain efforts, raising fears of flash floods. Cloud seeding aims to boost rainfall, crucial for water needs in arid regions like the UAE. However, it poses dangers, including diverting rain from other areas and ecological harm. Recent flooding in Oman, also using cloud seeding, raises alarm. Silver iodide, a key chemical, has long-term impacts on ecosystems, including ocean acidification and ozone layer depletion. As UAE faces aftermath, debate intensifies over the risks of manipulating weather.