February saw India's warmest temperatures since 1901, and March-May is predicted to be warmer than usual with increased heatwave days, particularly affecting winter crops like wheat and rapeseed. Key regions include Rajasthan, Gujarat, and Haryana. Vulnerable populations face significant health risks due to heatwaves. Central and South India recorded notably high temperatures.
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A team of scientists in the US, led by Indian-origin astrophysicist Raga Deepika Pucha, has discovered the largest samples of intermediate-mass black holes and dwarf galaxies with active black holes. Utilizing the Dark Energy Spectroscopic Instrument (DESI), this discovery enhances our understanding of the dynamics between dwarf galaxy evolution and black hole growth.
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