Ground Report Desk

Madhya Pradesh will face a heatwave from April 16. Gwalior and Chambal regions will see the highest temperatures. Bhopal, Indore, and Ujjain will also heat up. Light rain may occur today in parts of eastern MP including Shahdol and Balaghat

On April 13, 2025, Madhya Pradesh unveils its 25th wildlife sanctuary in Sagar, named after Dr. Bhimrao Ambedkar. The 258.64 sq km sanctuary will help conserve wildlife, support ecological balance, and offer local employment opportunities

Light rain in 11 districts of eastern MP today will bring temporary relief before temperatures rise. A heat wave is predicted from April 16-17, affecting Gwalior, Chambal, and Indore divisions, with temperatures exceeding 40°C in many areas.

A UCLA study shows that both synthetic and natural chewing gums release microplastics into saliva. A single piece can release up to 3,000 particles, adding to daily exposure. The research highlights potential health risks and pollution concerns.

Madhya Pradesh will not experience a heat wave until April 15, with rain, hail, and storms expected across 31 districts, including Bhopal and Gwalior. Temperatures have dropped, offering some relief, but heat will return in the coming weeks.

Union Home Minister Amit Shah’s visit to Bhopal on April 13 will lead to traffic diversions and restrictions from 11 AM to 5 PM. Key areas like VIP Road and Lalghati will be affected. Buses, heavy vehicles, and general traffic will face alternate routes.

A strong dust storm swept Delhi, grounding flights, damaging property, and prompting a red alert. IMD advised precautions as more rain, lightning, and winds up to 80 km/h are expected. Air quality slightly improved, settling in the 'moderate' range.

Madhya Pradesh braces for rain, hail, and storms in 42 districts, including Bhopal and Ujjain. Heatwave conditions will ease for 3 days as temperatures dip by up to 3°C. Weather shifts linked to western disturbance and cyclonic activity.

Heavy rainfall triggered flash floods and landslides in Uttarakhand's Chamoli, blocking highways and burying vehicles. A cloudburst near Nandprayag worsened the crisis. Rescue efforts are underway. One man died in Udham Singh Nagar due to lightning.

A major fire broke out at Signet Pipe Company in Pithampur around 2:30 am. 12 fire engines, SDRF, and police responded. Sand walls built to stop spread. No casualties reported. Fire partially under control. Cause still under investigation.