Sheohar, Banka, Kaimur and Kishanganj districts were the most vulnerable in Bihar, recording the highest casualty rate for lightning per million population
Lok Sabha Elections: As a scorching summer begins, investors are looking for winning stocks that can rise on a heat wave. Shares of air cooler makers and power generators have already rallied. The India Meteorological Department (IMD) has warned of extreme heat during the April-June period. The heat wave is a concern for politicians and voters alike. The Election Commission is making mid-poll corrections to boost voter turnout amidst the scorching temperatures. The impact of heat waves extends beyond business and economy, affecting voter participation and campaign strategies.
The Indian Meteorological Department (IMD) predicts extreme heat in India during April-June this year, particularly impacting central and western regions. More heatwave days are expected this year in most of the plains during summer, the IMD says.