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India logs record 6.1 GW wind capacity addition in FY26, targets 100 GW by 2030

April 23, 2026 revoi editor

New Delhi: India has recorded its highest-ever annual addition in wind energy capacity, installing 6.1 gigawatts (GW) during 2025–26, Union Minister for New and Renewable Energy Pralhad Joshi said on Wednesday. Speaking at the foundation day event of the Wind Independent Power Producers Association (WIPPA), the minister noted that India currently ranks fourth globally in […]

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Maharashtra launches Centre of Excellence to combat extreme heat, promote sustainable cooling

April 22, 2026 revoi editor

Mumbai: In a major move to tackle the escalating challenges of climate change, Maharashtra Chief Minister Devendra Fadnavis, through video conferencing, inaugurated the ‘Centre of Excellence for Heat Resilience and Sustainable Cooling’ (CoE-HRSC) at IIM Nagpur on Tuesday. The Chief Minister announced that this centre will eventually operate as a permanent wing of the State […]

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Yellow alert for heatwave in Delhi; temperature set to touch 44 degrees

April 22, 2026 revoi editor

New Delhi: New Delhi is likely to witness heatwave conditions from Wednesday to Friday, with the mercury expected to soar to around 44 degrees Celsius in several parts of the national capital. In view of the situation, authorities have issued a yellow alert. Despite gusty winds offering some temporary relief on Tuesday, the maximum temperature […]

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Earth Day 2026: Celebrating ‘Our Power, Our Planet’ worldwide

April 21, 2026 revoi editor

New Delhi: The National Science Centre, under the aegis of the Ministry of Culture, will commemorate World Earth Day on April 22 with a series of educational and interactive programmes for students and science enthusiasts. The celebration aligns with this year’s global theme, “Our Power, Our Planet,” highlighting the shared responsibility to protect and preserve […]

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India weather alert: IMD reports heatwave conditions alongside heavy rainfall and thunderstorms

April 21, 2026 revoi editor

New Delhi: Several parts of India are witnessing sharply contrasting weather conditions, with heavy rainfall, thunderstorms, hailstorms, and an intensifying heatwave affecting different regions simultaneously, according to the India Meteorological Department (IMD). The IMD reported very heavy rainfall (12-20 cm) in isolated areas of Assam, while Nagaland recorded heavy rainfall ranging between 7-11 cm. Thunderstorms […]

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Tamil Nadu Weather: Heatwave Persists, Thunderstorms Likely in Isolated Areas

April 21, 2026 revoi editor

New Delhi: Tamil Nadu is set to face persistently hot weather over the coming days, with the India Meteorological Department (IMD) forecasting that temperatures across interior districts are likely to remain 2–3 degrees Celsius above normal. In Chennai, daytime temperatures are expected to stay between 37°C and 38°C, with high humidity adding to discomfort for […]

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Delhi-NCR Sizzles Past 40°C as Heatwave Alert Issued, Air Quality Dips

April 20, 2026 revoi editor

New Delhi: With temperatures in Delhi-NCR exceeding 40 degrees Celsius, authorities have sounded yellow alerts for heatwaves as air quality levels continue to decline. The overall effect of rising heat coupled with poor air quality is posing a threat to the health of residents.  The alert follows reports of temperatures exceeding 40 degrees Celsius, signalling the […]

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Heatwave Intensifies in Tamil Nadu’s Interior, Limited Rain Likely

April 20, 2026 revoi editor

New Delhi: Heatwave is set to intensify across interior parts of Tamil Nadu over the coming days, with temperatures expected to rise above normal levels, even as light showers are forecast in isolated regions. The forecast signals continued discomfort for residents, particularly in inland districts already experiencing high heat conditions.  The Regional Meteorological Centre (RMC), […]

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Heat, humidity to cause discomfort in coastal TN; light rain likely in Western Ghats

April 18, 2026 revoi editor

New Delhi: The India Meteorological Department (IMD) has warned that a combination of high temperatures and elevated humidity levels is likely to cause discomfort in parts of coastal Tamil Nadu, Puducherry, and Karaikal over the next few days, while light rain is expected in the Western Ghats. According to the Regional Meteorological Centre in Chennai, […]

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Heatwave alert for Delhi-NCR, temperature to cross 40 degrees: IMD

April 17, 2026 revoi editor

New Delhi: Temperatures across the Delhi-NCR region are set to rise sharply over the next few days, according to the latest forecast issued by the India Meteorological Department (IMD). The mercury is expected to cross the 40-degree Celsius mark soon, intensifying heatwave-like conditions across the region. Thursday turned out to be the hottest day of […]

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