Ground Report Desk

A cold wave gripped Madhya Pradesh as icy winds lowered temperatures to 6°C. Warmer weather is expected, with temperatures rising by 2-3°C. No rain is forecast, but cloud cover may increase. Heat waves could follow by late March.

Madhya Pradesh raises workers' DA by ₹50/month, effective from October 1, 2024. Agricultural workers will get ₹9,670/month, while government workers receive ₹11,850. The revision excludes textile and footwear sectors, with new wages expected soon.

Scientists at Scripps Research found that air pollution accelerates brain aging and Alzheimer’s by triggering harmful chemical changes. Blocking this process in key brain proteins restored memory in lab models, offering hope for future treatments

A powerful winter storm hit the U.S., killing six people and leaving thousands without power. High winds, blizzards, and tornadoes caused widespread damage from the Great Plains to the South. More storms and extreme weather are expected in coming days.

Global sea ice reached an all-time low in February, driven by rising temperatures. Scientists warn melting ice is accelerating climate change, impacting weather, ecosystems, and global temperatures, with long-term consequences for the planet.

Cold winds from the north have brought a sudden temperature drop in Madhya Pradesh, with 13 cities recording below 10°C. Bhopal hit 9.8°C, and Shajapur & Shahdol recorded 6°C. The cold spell will persist for two days before temperatures gradually rise.

A massive wildfire in Ofunato, Japan, has spread across 7,170 hectares, forcing 4,000 evacuations. Firefighters struggle with dry weather and tough terrain. Experts link the fire to climate change. Baseball star Roki Sasaki donates to aid victims.

Rajasthan faces a severe irrigation crisis as low water levels in Himachal's dams have halted supply in Indira Gandhi Canal. Farmers in Hanumangarh, Sri Ganganagar, and Bikaner struggle as crops dry up, sparking protests & urgent calls for water relief

Gujarat lost 286 lions, including 143 cubs, and 456 leopards in two years. Causes include road accidents and drowning. The govt is implementing measures like speed breakers, fencing, and patrolling to reduce deaths, but conservationists remain concerned

Madhya Pradesh is experiencing an unusual March cold wave, with temperatures dropping to 7.8°C due to strong winds. Major cities are affected, colder conditions are expected for 2 days. Another Western Disturbance on Mar 9 may bring further weather shifts