Flood, Extreme Heat Take 11 Lives in India

India is facing a deadly combination of extreme weather this week, with heatwaves, landslides, and floods claiming at least 11 lives, Dawn Newspaper reported today.

The capital, New Delhi, experienced its hottest June night in six years, leading to at least five heatstroke deaths.

Intense rainfall in the northeastern state of Assam triggered devastating floods and landslides, killing six people.

In a tragic incident, a woman and her three daughters were buried alive when their home on a slope was hit by a landslide.

Across Asia, scientists attribute these extreme conditions to the worsening effects of climate change. Authorities continue rescue and relief efforts as the severe weather persists in the region.