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The monthly average maximum temperature in the region settled at 38.02 degrees Celsius, 1.96 degrees Celsius above normal. The average minimum temperature stood at 25.44 degrees Celsius, 1.35 degrees Celsius above normal, according to IMD data.

The Druids celebrated this period of standstill by gathering at Stonehenge. Modern-day astrologers believe that we can take a cue from this cosmic pause to reflect and realign our energies. Every zodiac sign can focus its contemplative efforts durin...

Strawberry Full Moon 2024: Space enthusiasts are in for a treat as one of the most celebrated celestial events, the Strawberry Moon, illuminates the night sky on Friday, June 21, 2024.

The summer solstice is a significant event celebrated by cultures worldwide. Taking place between June 20 and June 22 in the Northern Hemisphere, the summer solstice marks the longest day and the shortest night of the year.

The summer of 2024 in India has claimed over 100 lives and affected the health of thousands amid a prolonged heatwave and severe floods. Over 40,000 suspected heatstroke cases have been reported due to the relentless heat. Simultaneously, heavy rain...

As the Earth spins on an axis that is tilted 23.5 degrees away from vertical, the sun’s height in the sky each day changes. So, the hemispheres lean either toward or away from the sun, it depends of on the time of year. Summer solstice and winter so...

The authorities warned thousands of people heading to Stonehenge for this year's summer solstice. About 8,000 gathered at the ancient site last year to celebrate the longest day of the year.

Between the summer solstice and the winter solstice, people have been observing the spring and autumn equinoxes from time immemorial. They celebrate it as a festival when sunlight and night are evenly distributed.

Summer Solstice 2024: Solstices mark the changing of seasons with longest and shortest daylight hours. The June solstice signifies the beginning of summer in the Northern Hemisphere and winter in the Southern Hemisphere. The solstices occur twice a ...

The June full moon will appear remarkably low in the sky, making it the lowest full moon seen in years, according to the Old Farmer's Almanac. This low position contributes to the phenomenon known as the "Moon Illusion."

The second-longest Lok Sabha elections in the history of the nation spanning 44 days have thrown up a slew of handsome and instant earning opportunities for migrant workers back home, from attending election rallies and door-to-door pamphlet distrib...

​Have a look at some of the numbers, history and lore behind the (not quite) every four year phenom that adds a 29th day to February.

While the North is busy celebrating the harvest festival of Makar Sankranti, Tamils are gearing up to observe Pongal, their own version of the same festival!

It is the exact moment when a hemisphere is tilted as far away from the sun as possible. Is it also the coldest day of the year? Does it span the whole day? Know these and many more things.

As Daylight Saving Time bids farewell and twilight arrives much earlier, we enter the period commonly referred to as solar winter in the Northern Hemisphere. This season is characterized by diminishing daylight which means we are entering into the S...

The summer solstice is an astronomical event that occurs when the sun reaches its highest point. It is the time when the Sun travels the longest path in the sky.

Beyond cultural celebrations, the summer solstice also holds scientific significance. Astronomers and researchers take advantage of this time to study the sun and its effects on Earth. They conduct observations and experiments to understand the sola...

People around the world celebrate the summer solstice, marking the official start of the summer season in the Northern Hemisphere. This annual celestial event is a time of joy, ancient traditions, and an opportunity to connect with nature. The artic...

Summer solstice 2023 is all set to take place in the US this week. We have details pertaining to 2023 Summer Solstice date and time.