Brief by Shorts91 Newsdesk / 06:47am on 16 Apr 2025,Wednesday International
Telangana has officially declared heatwaves and sunstrokes as “State-Specific Disasters,” becoming the first Indian state to do so. Families of victims will now receive ₹4 lakh in compensation. The move comes as India faces rising temperatures, with Delhi reaching 37°C and Srinagar recording its hottest April day in nearly 80 years at 30.4°C. The IMD forecasts above-normal monsoon rainfall this year and predicts dry weather in Jammu & Kashmir until April 17. Gujarat has launched emergency water planning, ensuring summer preparedness. As extreme heat grips the nation, government responses are intensifying to protect public health and infrastructure. (PC: Hindustan Times)
