Southern China braces for severe floods, described as 'once a century' events, as torrential rains lash Guangdong province, triggering landslides and injuring six. Rescue efforts underway in Jiangwan, where villages are trapped and communications disrupted. The Pearl River Delta, a densely populated manufacturing hub, is inundated, with warnings of major storms and potential flooding up to 5.8 meters. Climate change exacerbates extreme weather, with China grappling with frequent floods, droughts, and record heat. Authorities issue emergency response as neighboring provinces Jiangxi and Fujian also anticipate severe rainstorms.

Intense heatwave grips several Indian states. IMD issues orange and red alert for Odisha and West Bengal, yellow alert for Jharkhand, Bihar, Uttar Pradesh, and Tamil Nadu. Chhattisgarh, Jharkhand, Odisha, and Gangetic West Bengal experience severe heatwave. Telangana, Andhra Pradesh, Tamil Nadu, and Gujarat also affected. Odisha records first sunstroke death in Balasore. Boudh and Baripada in Odisha hottest at 45.2°C. Midnapore and Bankura in West Bengal hit 44.5°C and 44.6°C respectively. Daltonganj and Jamshedpur in Jharkhand reach 43.6°C and 43.5°C. Rajnandgaon in Chhattisgarh touches 43°C. High temperatures persist, caution advised.

As summer grips India, West Bengal braces for intense heatwaves. The India Meteorological Department (IMD) has issued a red alert for several districts, including Jhargram, East Midnapore, and West Burdwan, from April 19 to April 23. Schools in West Bengal have announced an early summer break due to rising temperatures. Maximum temperatures are expected to soar. The IMD advises residents to stay hydrated, avoid outdoor activities during peak hours, and take necessary precautions. Orange alerts are in place for South Bengal districts like Kolkata and Nadia. Authorities urge vigilance and preparedness for the adverse weather conditions.

Normal life in Himachal Pradesh faced disruption as snowfall hit higher altitudes and rain lashed mid and lower hills, leading to the closure of 104 roads and three national highways. Vehicular movement to Keylong was halted due to a major landslide on the Manali-Keylong highway. The Border Roads Organisation is working to clear the blockades. A yellow alert has been issued for thunderstorms, with rain and snowfall forecasted for the next six days. Farmers and fruit growers express concern over potential damage to crops from stormy conditions and hailstorms.

Kolkata is experiencing a heatwave as temperatures soar above 40°C, with Dum Dum recording 41.5°C. The forecast predicts further rise, with no relief until the latter half of the week. Last year's highest April maximum of 41°C is likely to be surpassed. While the minimum temperature remains stable, an orange alert is issued till Tuesday, warning against sun exposure and advising hydration. Vulnerable groups are cautioned against heat-related ailments. Rising southerly winds may stabilize the minimum temperature. The Met office suggests precautionary measures for the public.

Over 2,100 people near Indonesia's Mount Ruang were evacuated due to ongoing eruptions. The volcano has erupted at least three times, sending ash up to 1,200 meters high. This poses risks of ashfall, falling rocks, and hot volcanic clouds, plus potential tsunamis. Manado's airport remains closed due to ash in the air. Satellite images show ash spreading across several areas. The situation is being monitored closely by authorities. Stay tuned for updates on this developing story.

West Bengal and Odisha are bracing for severe heatwaves, with temperatures soaring. Odisha has recorded its first sunstroke death, with Laxmikanta Sahu, 62, succumbing to the heat. Boudh and Baripada in Odisha saw temperatures reaching 44.3°C and 44.2°C respectively. 71 people have been hospitalized across the state due to heat-related illnesses, with Sundargarh reporting the most cases. The situation is dire, with the India Meteorological Department warning of continued heatwave conditions until April 22. Stay safe and take necessary precautions to beat the heat.

Temperatures in Odisha and West Bengal soar to 43°C, prompting severe heatwave alerts till April 21. The India Meteorological Department warns of scorching conditions, 7°C above normal. Kolkata and Bhubaneshwar brace for 42°C heat. Orange alerts issued, urging precautions. Residents advised to wear light clothes, stay hydrated, and avoid outdoor activities.

A magnitude 6.3 earthquake rattled southwestern Japan, with the epicenter located west of Uwajima. No tsunami warnings were issued, and no damages were reported. The Japan Meteorological Agency assured the public of no tsunami risk. Despite the strong jolt felt in some areas, no abnormalities were detected at the nearby Ikata nuclear power plant. Vigilance for aftershocks was advised, typical for quake-prone Japan. Sitting atop major tectonic plates, Japan experiences frequent seismic activity, with the 2011 earthquake and tsunami being the most devastating in recent history, leading to the Fukushima nuclear disaster.

The India Meteorological Department (IMD) has issued a heatwave alert for Odisha, West Bengal, Jharkhand, Maharashtra, Andhra Pradesh, Telangana, and Puducherry, with temperatures expected to soar over the next few days. IMD Director Manorama Mohanty reported temperatures exceeding 41 degrees Celsius in multiple cities, with coastal humidity levels ranging from 40% to 80%. Severe heatwave warnings are in place for Odisha until April 19 and West Bengal until April 21. Additionally, rainfall is forecasted for Jammu and Kashmir, Himachal Pradesh, Uttarakhand, Punjab, Haryana, Delhi, Uttar Pradesh, and Rajasthan, offering some respite from the scorching heat.