Brutal monsoon rains since June 1 have claimed 131+ lives—70 in Uttarakhand and 61 in Himachal Pradesh—due to flash floods, landslides, cloudbursts, and road accidents . Uttarakhand saw swollen rivers like Alaknanda submerge ghats and idols, while Chardham Yatra halted in Uttarkashi. Himachal’s Mandi remains hardest hit, with missing villagers and buried homes, as multiple cloudbursts swept away infrastructure . Over ₹400 cr damage, 500+ road closures, and power outages reported. Rescue teams including NDRF are working round the clock amid fresh IMD alerts through July 7. (PC: ABP)

Heavy moonsoon rains have wreaked havoc across Himachal Pradesh, resulting in 69 deaths and an estimated ₹700 crore in damages. The state has been battered by intense rainfall since late June, triggering 29 landslides and 72 flash floods across districts including Mandi, Shimla, Chamba, and Kullu. Several houses were swept away, roads and bridges destroyed, and power and water supply systems disrupted. Over 100 people are injured, and rescue operations by NDRF, SDRF, and local authorities are underway. The IMD has issued a continued heavy rain alert till July 7, urging caution in vulnerable areas. (PC: PTI)

Himachal Pradesh is facing devastating monsoon impacts, with at least 37 confirmed fatalities and estimated infrastructural losses of around ₹400 crore since late June, per the State Disaster Management Authority . The India Meteorological Department has issued a red alert across key districts—including Mandi, Kangra, and Shimla—warning of continued heavy rainfall through July 7 . Mandi district, notably Thunag, remains severely affected: roads are blocked, essential services disrupted, and dozens of residents missing. Rescue efforts—supported by NDRF, SDRF, police, and the Indian Air Force—are underway in flood-ravaged areas. Authorities are proactively managing relief camps and critical infrastructure repairs. (PC: PTI)

At least 8 people have died across Europe as a record-breaking heatwave intensifies, with temperatures soaring above 40°C in Spain, France, Italy, and Germany. Spain’s Catalonia faced wildfires forcing 14,000 indoors and killing two people. France recorded its hottest June since 2003, with two deaths and 300 hospitalisations. Italy reported two more heat-related deaths, while Germany battles forest fires and extreme temperatures. Storms and mudslides disrupted transport in the Alps. A Swiss nuclear plant shut one reactor due to overheated river water. Scientists blamed human-driven climate change, citing greenhouse gas emissions and warming seas as factors in creating a deadly heat dome. (PC: AFP)

A deadly heatwave sweeping Europe has killed at least six people across Spain, Italy, and France, with temperatures soaring above 40°C. Two farmers died in a wildfire in Spain’s Catalonia, while three men in Italy died on beaches and one girl collapsed at Versailles in France. France also recorded over 300 emergency cases. Wildfires forced evacuations in Greece’s Crete and Halkidiki. Experts blame the extreme weather on human-driven climate change, warning such deadly heat will become more frequent. Vulnerable groups like the elderly and young children are most at risk, with cities facing greater danger due to the urban heat island effect. (PC: Getty Images)

The UK Met Office has issued a yellow thunderstorm warning for northeast England and southeast Scotland. The alert is in effect from 11am to 6pm on Wednesday. Heavy rain could bring 15-20mm in under an hour, causing flooding. Lightning may damage buildings, and strong winds could lead to power cuts. Train and road delays are expected. The warning follows Tuesday’s heatwave, when London hit 34.7°C—the hottest day this year. Cooler air is moving in, but showers may linger in the north. Experts warn dry weather has raised wildfire risks. “Fires can destroy wildlife and habitats,” said the National Trust. (PC: iStock)

UK weather maps are predicting a blistering heatwave across the country, with temperatures potentially reaching 34 °C–35 °C in parts of England. Detailed projections highlight the precise regions likely to boil, changing from the unsettled start to summer to a dramatic hot spell. The maps also show the timing of the rise moving from current averages in the low 20s up to mid-30s next week. Meteorologists caution that single-model “exact‑date” forecasts can mislead, as long-range prediction carries high uncertainty. Still, many areas especially the south and east should prepare for scorching days. Officials urge vigilance around heat‑health alerts. (PC: The Mirror)

A groundbreaking report by the International Council on Clean Transportation reveals private jets emitted approximately 19.5 million tonnes CO₂ globally in 2023, with U.S.-based flights responsible for a staggering 65% of private jet trips and 55% of emissions . The study links trajectory data to specific airports, identifying 18 of the top 20 worst private-jet polluters in the U.S., including Van Nuys. Short-haul flights, under two hours, are especially inefficient. Private jets emit 5–14× more CO₂ per passenger than commercial planes, and 50× more than trains . Despite proposals like fuel‑tax hikes, policy efforts have stalled, raising concerns about aviation emissions amid growing wealth disparities. Emissions have risen 25% over the past decade. (PC: Reuters)    

Spain and England recorded their hottest June ever, with Spain averaging 23.6°C and England 16.9°C. Portugal hit a record 46.6°C, while UK saw its hottest day at 34.7°C in London. Wildfires in Turkey forced 50,000 evacuations, and France issued red alerts across 16 regions. Italy, Germany, and Greece also faced soaring temperatures, hospital surges, and outdoor work bans. Climate experts and the UN blame human-driven climate change, warning of intensified future heatwaves. Rising sea temperatures are increasing invasive species threats, while shrinking glaciers highlight environmental stress. The crisis underscores urgent global need for climate adaptation and fossil fuel reduction. (PC: X )

The UK recorded its hottest day of 2025 so far as temperatures reached 34.7°C in St James’s Park, London, just after 2pm. This follows confirmation from the Met Office that June was England’s warmest on record, with a mean temperature of 16.9°C. The UK overall experienced its second warmest June since 1884. East Anglia saw mean temperatures 3°C above average. June’s heat included two significant heatwaves, capping off a record-breaking spring that was the UK’s sunniest and warmest. Heat health alerts have been extended as temperatures continue to climb, with forecasts showing little relief across the southeast and London. (PC: Reuters)