At least 16 people have died from heatstroke in the southern state of Telangana as a severe heatwave grips large parts of India. Prime Minister Narendra Modi urged citizens to take precautions.

In a series of social media posts, Modi warned of heat exhaustion symptoms and advised staying hydrated, especially for children, the elderly, and outdoor workers. He also called for providing water to birds and animals.

Temperatures have reached 47°C (116°F) in several regions, causing water shortages and endangering daily wage laborers such as construction workers and gig workers.

Forest fires erupted in Himachal Pradesh due to strong winds and dry conditions. Indian Air Force helicopters were deployed to battle the blazes, which have also affected Jammu and Kashmir.

Airlines IndiGo and Air India plan to cut domestic flights by 5-15% from June due to rising fuel costs and seasonal demand slump. The Federation of Indian Airlines had sought government intervention.

The Supreme Court upheld the controversial Special Intensive Revision of electoral rolls, which critics say targets minority communities. The court ruled it advances free and fair elections.

A Ugandan woman tested negative for Ebola after being quarantined in Bengaluru. India has stepped up airport screening amid the outbreak in Africa.

India secured the release of 10 sailors detained by Iran since July 2025. The seafarers were aboard the oil tanker MV Harbour Phoenix when intercepted near Jask Port.

Source: www.dw.com