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Multiple regions in India are currently experiencing severe weather conditions, including heat waves and rain alerts. The Meteorological Department has issued warnings for heat waves in Rajasthan, Western Madhya Pradesh, Saurashtra, Kutch, as well as scorching temperatures in Jharkhand, Bengal, Uttar Pradesh, and Odisha.

Cricket West Indies takes proactive steps to reassure stakeholders and address safety concerns in light of recent terror threats targeting the upcoming T20 World Cup. Amid heightened security measures and intelligence alerts, CWI emphasises its commitment to ensuring the safety and security of players, officials, and fans during the prestigious cricket tournament.

The India Meteorological Department (IMD) has issued warnings of severe heat waves across multiple regions until May 5, with temperatures soaring in various parts of the country. Gangetic West Bengal and certain areas of Bihar are expected to experience intense heat.

Bengaluru has shattered temperature records, with Kengeri hitting a historic high of 41.8 degrees Celsius. The Indian Meteorological Department has noted a city-wide heatwave, with several areas experiencing temperatures above 40 degrees. A heat wave alert has been issued across Karnataka, with predictions of continued high temperatures until May 5.

Ooty, renowned for its cool climate, recently faced an unprecedented temperature surge, hitting 29°C, the highest since 1986. This spike, 5.4°C above average, prompted a heatwave warning in Tamil Nadu. Nationally, West Bengal and Jharkhand saw alarming temperatures, leading to an Orange Alert. Kerala's government initiated measures, including extended vacations in Palakkad, to cope with the heat.

In 2023, 3,143 new objects were recorded from 212 launches and on-orbit breakup events globally, compared to 2,533 objects from 179 launches in 2022. 

WhatsApp is said to be developing new features for enhancing user connectivity, including a favourites tab for chats and a faster response mechanism for status updates. It should be noted that no alerts are sent out to users when contacts or groups are designated as favorites.

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Amid Bengaluru's water crisis, cholera cases surge, prompting BBMP alert. A 27-year-old in a PG was diagnosed, triggering health checks for residents. No further cases found yet. Precautionary measures include mandatory health screenings for all PG occupants. Concerns rise due to water scarcity exacerbating cholera risk.

A major earthquake hit Taiwan's east shortly before 8:00 am (0000 GMT) local time Wednesday, prompting tsunami warnings for the self-ruled island as well as parts of southern Japan.

Till April 1, Kollam, Thrissur and Palakkad districts have been warned that the temperature will rise to 39°C, Pathanamthitta and Kottayam districts up to 38°C, Alappuzha, Ernakulam, Kozhikode, and Kannur districts up to 37°C and Thiruvananthapuram district up to 36°C.

This week, France's education ministry reported that over 30 schools in the Paris region received alarming messages alongside "disturbing" footage of beheadings.

Naushad Khan, the father of Indian cricketer Sarfaraz Khan, issues a cautionary message against the rise of fake social media accounts impersonating him. 

The Karnataka Road Safety and Traffic Department introduces a pioneering initiative to send instant SMS alerts to motorists within two minutes of committing traffic violations. Utilizing advanced cameras across key areas, the system aims to promote road safety and deter reckless driving behaviours, although challenges persist in densely populated urban centres.