A lightning strike destroyed a house in Champhai, Mizoram, during a thunderstorm. The fire killed two pigs, 23 chickens, and destroyed cash worth Rs 1.91 lakh. Despite efforts to extinguish the fire, explosions from gas cylinders worsened the situation.

Web story The fatalities and damages caused by lightning strikes in Chhattisgarh and Rajasthan continue to raise concerns about safety during thunderstorms,

Lightning-related deaths in India have significantly increased since 2001, with Central North East India most affected. Experts emphasize role of climate change, socio-economic factors, call for policy changes and public awareness to reduce fatalities.

Uttar Pradesh plans a new Lightning Alert Management System to reduce lightning strike fatalities. Despite significant investment, experts question its effectiveness, citing challenges in forecasting and warning dissemination.

Odisha, facing a surge in lightning strikes, implements a palm tree planting initiative to mitigate casualties. Despite scepticism from experts, the state aims to protect rural communities through proactive measures

A tragic lightning strike in West Bengal's Birbhum district claimed the life of Robina Biwi, leaving her husband and sons devastated. The incident reflects a broader pattern of lightning fatalities in the region, exacerbated by climate conditions.

The alpine pastures in Jammu and Kashmir are picturesque – home to vibrant wildflowers and rare animals like the Hangul and Tibetan Antelope.

Lightning strikes are a powerful natural phenomenon that can have devastating effects on the human body. When a person is directly struck by lightning, which typically carries tens of thousands of amps,

New research reveals that lightning is the primary cause of wildfires in boreal forests, a crucial carbon storage area. The frequency of these lightning strikes is expected to increase with climate change.

In March 2023, there were numerous lightning incidents across 12 states of the country, resulting in significant loss of life, according to the latest report of IMD) highlighted these incidents in its March 2023 Climate Report.