A 5.1 magnitude earthquake struck the Bay of Bengal on Sunday morning, according to the National Centre for Seismology (NCS). The quake was felt in coastal areas, but no major damage or injuries have been reported. Earlier, a 3.0 magnitude earthquake was recorded in Noklak town, Nagaland, at 3:36 am. The tremor occurred at a depth of 10 kilometers. Fortunately, no casualties or significant damage were reported in either event. Authorities are monitoring the situation closely.

Severe rainstorms have caused major flooding in Andhra Pradesh and Telangana, resulting in eight deaths and significant disruption. Roads and train services are heavily impacted, with Hyderabad schools closed as a precaution. In Andhra Pradesh, landslides in Vijayawada and Guntur have further exacerbated the situation. Train services on several routes are halted due to submerged tracks. Both states are bracing for more rain, with control rooms and relief operations in full swing. Chief Ministers of both states have mobilized resources to manage the crisis and support affected residents.

Severe flooding and landslides have ravaged Andhra Pradesh due to heavy rainfall, resulting in at least eight deaths. Over 80 people were rescued as disaster relief teams worked to evacuate residents from low-lying areas. Train services in Vijayawada and Warangal have been disrupted due to flooded tracks. Neighboring Telangana remains on high alert for more rain. Andhra Pradesh Chief Minister N Chandrababu Naidu is closely monitoring the situation and has allocated ₹3 crore for relief efforts. The India Meteorological Department warns of further heavy rain in both states due to the ongoing depression in the Bay of Bengal.

The Met Office has issued a yellow thunderstorm warning for large parts of England and Wales, effective from 4 a.m. to 9 p.m. on Sunday. The warning covers areas from the Isle of Wight to the Scottish border, including western parts of Wales. Heavy showers, thunderstorms, and hail are expected, with some regions potentially receiving up to 75mm of rain within an hour. The storms may cause flooding and significant disruption. Frequent lightning strikes and hail are additional hazards, particularly in southern and central England. The weather is expected to remain unsettled into next week.

Typhoon Shanshan, one of Japan's strongest in decades, made landfall in south-western Japan, causing widespread disruption. At least six people have died, and over 100 have been injured. Although now downgraded to a tropical storm, it still brings winds of 90 km/h. Millions of residents in Kyushu faced evacuation orders, and heavy rainfall of up to 300 mm is expected. Shanshan has damaged buildings, uprooted trees, and caused severe flooding. Bullet train services were suspended, and flights canceled nationwide. Authorities continue to warn of landslides and overflowing rivers due to ongoing heavy rain.

The Indian Meteorological Department (IMD) on Saturday warned that Cyclone "Asna," a deep depression over the Arabian Sea, is likely to move West-Northwest over the Northeast Arabian Sea and away from the Indian coast within the next 24 hours. The depression, moving at 14 km/h, is located 250 km west of Naliya in Gujarat, 160 km south-southwest of Karachi in Pakistan, and 350 km east-southeast of Pasni in Pakistan. The cyclone has caused heavy rains in Gujarat, with the IMD predicting light to moderate rainfall in Ahmedabad and Gandhinagar.

Cyclone Asna has formed over the Arabian Sea, intensifying from a deep depression that caused severe flooding in Gujarat. The Indian Meteorological Department (IMD) has issued an alert for the Kutch region, where torrential rains have led to waterlogging in several towns, including Bhuj and Mandvi. Despite some areas remaining dry, the cyclone is expected to move west-northwestward over the next two days. Over 26 people have died due to rain-related incidents in Gujarat, with more than 18,000 displaced and around 1,200 rescued.

HSBC Holdings Plc reports that extreme heat is now a better predictor of food inflation in India than rainfall. Over the past decade, the correlation between high temperatures and the cost of agricultural commodities like fruits and vegetables has increased to 60% from 20% in 2014. This shift is attributed to climate change, which impacts crop yields more significantly than rain patterns. As inflation remains high due to volatile food prices, HSBC forecasts that easing temperatures might help stabilize consumer prices later this year, though rising heat poses a long-term challenge.

A village in southern Iran may have reached a dangerous heat index of 82.2°C on August 28. The weather station at Dayrestan Airport recorded a temperature of 38.8°C, combined with 85% humidity. If verified, this could be one of the highest heat index readings ever recorded. Prolonged exposure to such conditions increases the risk of heatstroke, underscoring the growing threat of extreme weather in West Asia. Experts warn that heatwaves are likely to become more severe and frequent in the Global South due to climate change.

The India Meteorological Department (IMD) has issued a cyclone warning for Gujarat, predicting a deep depression over western Kutch to intensify into a cyclonic storm by Friday noon. Heavy rainfall has already claimed 36 lives in the state. In the last 24 hours, Mandvi taluka in Kutch received 15 inches of rain, with Kutch and Devbhoomi Dwarka districts averaging 4 and 2 inches, respectively. The IMD has forecast heavy rain and strong winds in Kutch, Morbi, Jamnagar, and Devbhoomi Dwarka. Residents have been advised to stay indoors and follow safety precautions.